 🌿 Play in the ParkWednesday, April 15 & 29th
3:00 PM – 6:00 PM Join SIUC for an afternoon of fun, creativity, and community connection at our Play in the Park event! This is a relaxed, family-friendly space where youth and community members can come together to enjoy outdoor games and activities including:
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