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Day Off Camp: “Secret Behind the Wooden Door”

November 13, 2019 - November 13, 2019 @ 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Location

The Laboratory Collective

W North Ave

Chicago, IL 60647

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Description

You never noticed that door in your bedroom before. As you creep towards it, you see a light shining brightly beneath it. You slowly turn the knob, your eyes squinting from the light. Your eyes widen in amazement as you see it for the first time…

Spend a Day Off of school becoming part of the story as we harness the powers of hands-on science to uncover the mystery.

Event Cost: $90

Event Times: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: https://www.thelaboratorychi.com

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5)

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