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Manatee Talk
2026-07-22 15:00:00 2026-07-22 17:00:00 America/New_York Wacky Wedensday Presents... Join us for a presentation all about manatees! Alachua Branch - Meeting Room

Wednesday, July 22
3:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-22 15:00:00 2026-07-22 17:00:00 America/New_York Wacky Wedensday Presents... Join us for a presentation all about manatees! Alachua Branch - Meeting Room

Alachua Branch

Meeting Room

Join us for a presentation all about manatees!

An engaging look into the world of Florida’s manatees while highlighting Save the Manatee Club’s mission to protect manatees and their habitat for generations to come. Participants will explore manatee biology, their natural habitats, and the challenges they face in today’s changing environment. The session also emphasizes how awareness, education, and community involvement support the Club’s efforts.

Participants will be given educational handouts and a craft will be prepared for after the presentation.

AGE GROUP: | Elementary (6-11 years) |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading Program | Arts, Crafts, & DIY | Animals & Nature |

TAGS: | #manatees | #educational | #conservation | ##summeratthelibrary |

Alachua Branch
Phone: 386-462-2592
Branch manager
Daniel Cespedes
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