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Big Kid Storytime

Today · 10 AM

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FREEAges 3–6Classes

Big Kid Storytime October 27, 2026, 10:00 AM&thinsp;-&thinsp;10:30 AM @ Billy Enriquez Branch Library Big Kid Storytime 2026-10-27T10:00:00 A weekly storytime series designed for children ages 3-6 and their parents and caregivers. Billy Enriquez Branch Library 2250 Ambler Ave. Abilene TX 79603 A weekly storytime series designed for children ages 3-6 and their parents and caregivers. More Details

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Mother Goose on the Loose

Today · 11 AM

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FREEAges 0–5Classes

Mother Goose on the Loose October 27, 2026, 11:00 AM&thinsp;-&thinsp;11:30 AM @ Main Library Mother Goose on the Loose 2026-10-27T11:00:00 A weekly storytime series designed for children ages 0-5 and their parents. This activity will be hosted in the Storybook Forest. Main Library 1699 S. 1st St. Abilene TX 79601 A weekly storytime series designed for children ages 0-5 and their parents. This activity will be hosted in the Storybook Forest. More Details

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Preschool Storytime

Tomorrow · 11 AM

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FREEAges 3–6Classes

Preschool Storytime October 28, 2026, 11:00 AM&thinsp;-&thinsp;11:30 AM @ South Branch Library > Children's Area Preschool Storytime 2026-10-28T11:00:00 Weekly storytime offering at your South Branch Library for kids ages 3-6. South Branch Library > Children's Area 4310 Buffalo Gap Road Abilene TX 79606 Weekly storytime offering at your South Branch Library for kids ages 3-6. More Details

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Toddler Time

Tomorrow · 11 AM

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FREEAges 2–3Classes

Toddler Time October 28, 2026, 11:00 AM&thinsp;-&thinsp;11:30 AM @ Main Library Toddler Time 2026-10-28T11:00:00 A weekly storytime series designed for children ages 2-3 and their parents. Hosted in the Storybook Forest. Main Library 1699 S. 1st St. Abilene TX 79601 A weekly storytime series designed for children ages 2-3 and their parents. Hosted in the Storybook Forest. More Details

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P.E. Hour - Sports at G.V. Daniels

Tomorrow · 10 AM

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FREEAges 9–12Outdoors

P.E. Hour - Sports at G.V. Daniels October 28, 2026, 10:00 AM&thinsp;-&thinsp;11:00 AM @ G.V. Daniels Recreation Center P.E. Hour - Sports at G.V. Daniels 2026-10-28T10:00:00 P.E. Hour We’re excited to introduce our brand‑new Sports Skills as part of our P.E. Hour lineup. This session is all about teamwork, coordination, & learning the fundamentals of a variety of sports in a fun, encouraging environment. Join us for a fun & active P.E. Hour in the gym! This hour features structured, staff-led activities designed especially for kids ages 9 - 12, with games & equipment that keep everyone moving, playing, & having a great time. All ages are welcome to participate, & we encourage families to come enjoy the space together. Please Be Aware: Children 8 & under must be directly supervised by an adult at all times. Children 9 - 12 must have an adult present in the building. Locations: • G.V. Daniels Recreation Center 532 W Washington St • Sears Park Recreation Center 2250 Ambler Ave Room: Gymnasium Membership required Register: www.abilenetx.gov/recsignup More Info: (325) 676-6217 & www.abilenetx.gov/recevents G.V. Daniels Recreation Center 532 W Washington St Abilene TX 79601 P.E. Hour We

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Books to Blockbusters: "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory"

Today · 4:45 PM

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FREEAges 6–12Festivals

Books to Blockbusters: "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" October 27, 2026, 4:45 PM&thinsp;-&thinsp;5:45 PM @ Main Library Books to Blockbusters: "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" 2026-10-27T16:45:00 Hosted in the Adventure Room for School-Aged Kids, Ages 6-12 Main Library 1699 S. 1st St. Abilene TX 79602 Hosted in the Adventure Room for School-Aged Kids, Ages 6-12 More Details

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Big Kid Storytime

Today · 10 AM

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Wiggles & Giggles

Today · 11 AM

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FREEAges 1–3Festivals
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Baby Steps

Today · 10:30 AM

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FREEAll agesClasses
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Parent Playdate

Today · 10:30 AM

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FREEAll agesClasses
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Coffee & Crosswords

Today · All day

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FREEAll agesFestivals

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