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Reptile World

a CCPL Summer Learning Challenge Program!

2025-07-12 14:00:00 2025-07-12 15:00:00 America/New_York Reptile World Waldorf West Branch -

Saturday, July 12
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-07-12 14:00:00 2025-07-12 15:00:00 America/New_York Reptile World Ticketed Event; tickets passed out 1 hour before the event. Waldorf West Branch -

Ticketed Event; tickets passed out 1 hour before the event.

Come meet and learn about 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 westref@ccplonline.org 301-645-1395 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: | 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.

Waldorf West Branch

Phone: 301-645-1395

Hours
Mon, Jul 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 31 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 01 1:00PM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 02 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 03 Closed

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