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Meet Frankie the Friendly Dinosaur

October 05, 2019 - October 05, 2019 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

Location

Orland Square Mall

288 Orland Square

Orland Park, IL

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Description

Families are invited to Orland Square’s center court for a photo opportunity with Frankie the Dinosaur, a 9-foot tall, 12-foot wide animatronic prehistoric creature.

Event Cost: Free.

Event Times: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Additional Information

Website: https://www.simon.com/mall/orland-square/stream/meet-frankie-the-friendly-dinosaur-6140234

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Preschool, Toddlers

Neighborhood: South Suburbs

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