Join the Maltz Museum for two days of conversations, workshops, artist meet-and-greets, family activities, and special events inspired by the exhibition Icons in Ink: The Jewish Comics Experience.
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Events This Week
July 5, 2026 - July 12, 2026
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July 6
Sensory Cinema
July 6
A theater environment tailored to attendees with sensory processing challenges and their families.
July 6
Summer Story Time
July 6
Make the Library a part of your bedtime routine with an evening story time.
July 6
Baby And Me Story Time
July 6
Experience a fun interactive session using songs, rhymes, puppets, and musical instruments.
July 7
Little Legacy at Legacy Village on July 7 — Water Party Fun
July 7
Get some relief from the heat at our Water Party from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This free event includes entertainment, education, and giveaways. The fun features inflatable water activities, such as a mini splash pad, obstacle course, a fishing pool, as well as waterproof tattoos and a bounce house.
July 7
Summer Story Time
July 7
Make the Library a part of your bedtime routine with an evening story time.
July 7
Jurassic Kids
July 7
Children that have completed kindergarten through third grade read, create, and explore! 6/2-7/21.
July 7
Books, Beats and Bubbles
July 7
A musical story time for families with toe-tapping tunes, instruments and dancing.
July 8
Astronomy Club
July 8
Explore the world of astronomy in a fun, social environment on the second Wednesday of each month.
July 8
July 9
Growing and Grounded
July 9
Learn grounding skills through expressive arts, gain self-awareness, develop coping skills, and learn how to navigate challenges. Classes are facilitated by a licensed therapist.
July 9
Olde Canal Days Festival
July 9
Amusement rides, games, canal boat rides, a vintage baseball game, and much more.
July 11
Once Upon a Story
July 11
Join in the fun with: stories, crafts, songs, and more to celebrate the tales that bring pure joy.
July 11
Farm Fest
July 11
Celebrate 36 years of farm-themed experiences at this FREE, family‑friendly event.
July 11
July 11
Olde Canal Days Festival
July 11
Amusement rides, games, canal boat rides, a vintage baseball game, and much more.
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