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Upcoming Events

28 January

Sophisticated Science 2023

January 28, 2023 Berson Education Center, 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ, USA $30.00 Available General 		View Details
02 February

Groundhog Day 2023

February 2, 2023 Available Family Fun, Holiday Themed, Special Event 		View Details
05 February

Family Nature Club

February 5, 2023 Essex County Turtle Back Zoo, 560 Northfield Ave, West Orange, NJ 07052 $15.00 Available Conservation Program, Education Event, Family Fun 		View Details

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