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Reptile World

a CCPL Summer Learning Challenge Program!

2025-06-18 14:00:00 2025-06-18 15:00:00 America/New_York Reptile World La Plata Branch -

Wednesday, June 18
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-18 14:00:00 2025-06-18 15:00:00 America/New_York Reptile World Come learn about and meet all sorts of cool reptiles! La Plata Branch -

Come learn about and meet all sorts of cool reptiles!

All sorts of scaly friends are coming to the library! Come spend an afternoon with an interesting selection of live, large, colorful, and gentle reptiles from all over the world! Participants can learn what reptiles are, what makes them different from birds and mammals, and how important they are in our environment, as well as information about general reptile characteristics, adaptation, and their importance in the food chain!

About the Presenter: Since 1970, Michael Shwedick has introduced America to the fascinating world of reptiles. One of America’s leading reptile wildlife educators, his program has educated and entertained more than 15,000 audiences from Miami to Boston. More than 100,000 people a year experience Reptile World. A highly qualified herpetologist, Michael pursues every opportunity to further his knowledge and understanding of reptiles.  

This program is a ticketed event. Tickets will be handed out one hour prior to the event's start time.

Please contact laplataref@ccplonline.org or call us at 301-934-9001 with any questions!


This year’s 2025 Summer Learning Challenge was made possible through the generous support provided by the Citizens for the Charles County Public Library, Inc.

AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | STEM | Special Presenter | Learning Challenge |

TAGS: | Summer Learning Challenge |

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.

La Plata Branch

Phone: 301-934-9001

Hours
We're closed Saturday May 24 due to CLOSED: MEMORIAL DAY
Mon, May 19 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, May 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, May 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, May 22 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, May 23 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, May 24 Closed
(CLOSED: MEMORIAL DAY)
Sun, May 25 Closed

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Thu, Jun 05, 11:00am - 11:45am
Join us for Morning Story Time and share the fun of reading with your children!

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Tue, Jun 17, All day
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