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Registration opens:
August 13th, 2026

Insects in Amber

Slime Making
2026-08-27 18:30:00 2026-08-27 19:30:00 America/New_York Insects in Amber Marysville Public Library - Meeting Room B

Thursday, August 27
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-08-27 18:30:00 2026-08-27 19:30:00 America/New_York Insects in Amber You remember that scene in Jurassic Park, where Hammond has a cane with a mosquito trapped in amber? Let's make that! For tweens and teens! Marysville Public Library - Meeting Room B

Marysville Public Library

Meeting Room B

You remember that scene in Jurassic Park, where Hammond has a cane with a mosquito trapped in amber? Let's make that! For tweens and teens!

We will mix together slime and add some red and yellow to create an amber appearance. Once the slime is created we will add in small bug charms.

AGE GROUP: | Tween/Teen |

EVENT TYPE: | Crafts | Arts and Culture |

TAGS: | Slime | Crafts | Craft |

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Insects in Amber - Slime Making
Thu, Aug 27, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
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You remember that scene in Jurassic Park, where Hammond has a cane with a mosquito trapped in amber? Let's make that! For tweens and teens!
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