Date: Sat, Sep 12, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Venue: Southeast Regional Library, Garner
Price: Free
Category: Family
Join Marbles Kids Museum at the library for family play to support kids ages 3-5 in getting ready for school. Build language, reading, math, and problem-solving skills through hands-on fun and exploration.
Family · Garner
“Arrive fifteen minutes early to grab a spot and settle in before play begins.”
Ready Set School Community Playdates are interactive learning sessions hosted by Marbles Kids Museum at local library branches to help preschoolers prepare for kindergarten. Kids can explore math, language, and problem-solving concepts through guided games and collaborative activities. This event is designed specifically for children ages three to five and their caregivers. It is completely free to attend, and no library card or registration is required to join the fun. The Southeast Regional Library in Garner offers plenty of free parking in its main lot, and you can easily combine the playdate with a trip to the children's book section. It is an excellent weekend option because it brings the high-quality educational play of Marbles Kids Museum directly to southern Wake County, saving you a trip downtown while keeping your preschooler active and learning.
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Ready Set School Community Playdates runs Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM.
Southeast Regional Library is at 908 7th Ave., Garner, NC. Open in Google Maps.
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