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WAKE, NC · THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2026 · PARKS & REC

Kids Discover Nature: Beetle Bop

Join us as discover the wonderful world of beetles!

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An artist's still-life corner with sketches and brushes, woodcut illustration

Fig. 01 — Cypress Shelter at Harris Lake County Park

About the event

Join us as discover the wonderful world of beetles! Together we will read Beetle Bop by Denise Fleming, a colorful illustrated story of all the many kinds of beetles in the world. Then we will play some fun beetle games and make a craft to take home. For ages 2-5 with accompanying adult. Meet at the Cypress Shelter.

Schedule: Jul 9, 2026 Thursday from 10am to 11am

Duration: 1 hour

Ages: Age at least 2 yrs but less than 6 yrs,

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