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Bubblemania - Summer Events

2026 Dates / Locations

BubbleMaker Doug Rougeux will use magically-designed bubble crayons to draw laughs, oohs and aahs from children of all ages. Experience soap bubble science and artistry plus storytelling, music, and hundreds of bubbles.

** Supported by funds from the M&T Charitable Foundation

Betts Branch
Tuesday, July 7
3:30 PM

Hazard Branch
Monday, July 13
2:30 PM

Paine Branch
Thursday, July 16
2:00 PM

Soule Branch
Tuesday, July 28
2:30 PM

Petit Branch
Wednesday, August 5
3:00 PM

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