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  • Timezone:> America/Phoenix
  • Start Date: 29 Mar 2025
  • End Date: 29 Mar 2025
  • Start Time: 10:00:00 AM
  • End Time: 12:00:00 PM

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Date:
March 29th
Time:
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost:
Free with admission
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Date
Mar 29, 2025 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Time
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Cost
Free with admission

Nature Play

Discover Nature Play at the Children’s Garden!

When: 10 am – 12 pm, Saturdays from October to April, no registration needed
Where: Children’s Garden
Cost: Free with admission

Unplug and Reconnect with Nature!
Join us for Nature Play at the Children’s Garden, where families can escape the screens and dive into the wonders of the great outdoors. Every Saturday, from October to April, bring your kids to explore, play, and learn using nature-based activites.

Outdoor play isn’t just fun; it’s essential! Benefits include:

Improved mental health
Increased physical activity
Prevention of myopia (near-sightedness)
Reduced risk of developmental delays
And so much more!
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to boost your child’s health and well-being. Best of all, it’s free with admission!

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