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The Humane Society Presents: Getting a BAT Attitude
2025-10-04 14:00:00 2025-10-04 15:00:00 America/New_York The Humane Society Presents: Getting a BAT Attitude Waldorf West Branch -

Saturday, October 04
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-04 14:00:00 2025-10-04 15:00:00 America/New_York The Humane Society Presents: Getting a BAT Attitude Come learn about the role bats play in our local ecosystem! Waldorf West Branch -

Come learn about the role bats play in our local ecosystem!

Bats are more than a Halloween decoration—they're important for eating bugs, pollinating crops, and maintaining our ecosystem!

Come learn about how bats contribute to our environment and how to appreciate these misunderstood animals. Through real-life examples and hands-on demonstrations, you'll get to better understand bats and how they impact your life and the local community.

Registration is required. Recommended for ages 4 and up.

If you have questions, please contact the Waldorf West Branch at 301-645-1395 or email westref@ccplonline.org.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Special Presenter |

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Charles County Public Library events are accessible for all. If you have an accessibility request, please contact programs@ccplonline.org three business days prior to the event.

Waldorf West Branch
Phone: 301-645-1395
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We're closed Monday September 01 due to CLOSED: LABOR DAY
Mon, Sep 01 Closed
(CLOSED: LABOR DAY)
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Thu, Sep 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 05 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 07 Closed
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