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Cleveland Events Happening This Week
Hope everyone had a Happy Valentine's Day!
There are many great events happening around town this week. We hope to check out the 4th Annual Super-Dino Weekend at Sandy Ridge Reservation in the Lorain County Metro Parks.
Are you interested in learning how to save money? Read the Couponing with Rachel article to learn about her coupon classes!
Due to the snowstorm of the past weekend, Emerald Valley Mothers of Multiples will have a table set up at the Brunswick Library from 9:30-11:30 in honor of the ...
Westlake Hosts Area's First Ever "Big Kid Resale"
March 17 at Westlake High School
For years, savvy moms have purchased baby items, children’s clothes and toys at area resale events – saving money and helping repurpose things that have been barely played with or worn.
Now, for the first time in the area, Westlake’s Holly Lane PTA is organizing a Big Kid ReSale for clothing sizes 5T to Junior and gear more appropriate for the older set, rather than the toddler set.
Westlake’s Big Kid ReSale will be held on Saturday, March 17, 2012, from 8:00 am to 12:00 Noon ...
Couponing with Rachel
Coupon Class at Midway Baptist Church, 2/21 & 2/25
Want to learn how to save money and get things for FREE? Attend a Coupon Class!
Teacher, Rachel Krych, writes a weekly article in The Chronicle Telegram on saving money and shares deals on her Facebook page "Couponing with Rachel". Each attendee will receive a folder of information that is theirs to keep. This class covers a variety of topics including, Where to get coupons, How to organize your coupons, Coupon tips, What is a catalina, How to stack coupons, How to make money shopping, and How to shop at ...
Saturday, February 18 through Monday, February 20 - 4th Annual Super Dino Weekend
Where: Sandy Ridge Reservation, Johnson Wetland CenterWhen: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.metroparks.cc
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Saturday, February 18 - Teddy Bear Picnic
Where: Westlake Porter Public LibraryWhen: 2:00 PM - 2:45 PMWho: Ages 3 to 6 with an adult.How: Register in advance.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.westlakelibrary.org
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Wednesday, February 15 - Parents & Tot Skate: Valentine Skate
Where: Hamilton Ice Arena, Rocky River Recreation CenterWhen: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Parents & TotHow: Pay at the door.Cost: Child skates free with paying adult. Adults: $4.75, Skate Rental: $2.50.For more info: Call (440) 356-5656 for more information.
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Wednesday, February 15 - Car Seat Fit Stop
Where: Brook Park Fire Station, 17401 Holland Road, Brook ParkWhen: 4:30 PM - 8:30 PMWho: Anyone who would like their child's car seat reviewed for safety.How: By Appointment only, to register call 216-433-1215.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.injurypreventioncenter.com
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Wednesday, February 15 - Winter Story & Craft
Where: Olmsted Falls LibraryWhen: 6:30 PMWho: Ages 3 to 7 with an adult.How: Register in advanceCost: FreeFor more info: www.cuyahogalibrary.com
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Thursday, February 16 - Garden Sprouts: Senses
Where: Miller Nature Preserve, AvonWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: Children 3-5 years old with an adult companion.How: Pay admission at the door.Cost: Admission to conservatory is $2 - children 42" and under are free.For more info: www.metroparks.cc
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Thursday, February 16 - Twinkle Tots
Where: Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, Bay VillageWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Newborn and up with an adult caregiverHow: Pay at the front desk.Cost: 1.00 per person including infants.For more info: www.lensc.org
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Thursday, February 16 - Children & Family Storytime
Where: Brunswick LibraryWhen: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Register in advance, www.mcdl.info.Cost: Free
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Thursday, February 16 - Game On - Video Gaming
Where: North Ridgeville LibraryWhen: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: Students in grades 3 to 12.How: For registration information, call the North Ridgeville Branch Library at 440-327-8326.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.lorain.lib.oh.us
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Thursday, February 16 - Homework Help and Reading Buddies!
Where: Westlake Porter Public LibraryWhen: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Homework help is for students in grades K-12. Reading buddies is for kids in grades K and up.How: You must have homework/book to read with you to walk in. Children under nine must have adult caregiver in the department. Help Center is open when Westlake Schools are in session.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.westlakelibrary.org
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Thursday, February 16 - Twilight Treats
Where: Independence LibraryWhen: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Ages 2 to 5 with an adultHow: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.cuyahogalibrary.com
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Friday, February 17 through Monday, February 20 - Medina Ice Festival
Where: Medina Public SquareWhen: n/aWho: Everyone is welcomeHow: Just show up!Cost: Admission is freeFor more info: www.mainstreetmedina.com
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Friday, February 17 through Sunday, February 19 - Family Weekend Wonders: Wish Winter Away
- Friday: 10:30am - 2:00pm - 7:00pm
- Saturday: 10:30am - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
- Sunday: 2:00pm
Where: Lakewood Main LibraryWhen: n/aWho: FamiliesHow: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.lkwdpl.org
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Friday, February 17 - Preschool Playtime
Where: Bay Village Community Gym (west entrance doors of Middle School)When: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Children ages 5 and under with an adultHow: Pay at the doorCost: 2.00 (NR:$4.00) per child/visitFor more info: www.bayrec.org
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Friday, February 17 - One-Minute Picasso
Where: Brunswick LibraryWhen: 10:30 AMWho: Ages 2 to 7 with an adultHow: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.mcdl.info
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Friday, February 17 - Come Play with Me!
Where: Westlake Porter Public LibraryWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AMWho: Children ages 2 through 5 with an adult. Siblings welcome!How: Register in advance.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.westlakelibrary.org
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Friday, February 17 - Toddler Open Gym
Where: Medina County Recreation CenterWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Kids ages 1 to 8 with an adult.How: Call 330-721-6900 for program information.Cost: Member: $1.00, Non-Member: $2.00For more info: Parents must remain with children. Supervision is not provided by the Medina Recreation Center. www.medinarec.org
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Friday, February 17 - DJ Skate
Where: North Olmsted Ice RinkWhen: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: Kids, AdultsHow: Please call (440) 734-8200 for more information.Cost: 10.00 (skate rental is included)For more info: www.north-olmsted.com
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Saturday, February 18 - Kids Garage Sale
Where: Ehrnfelt Recreation Center, StrongsvilleWhen: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Everyone is welcomeHow: Pay admission at the doorCost: Early bird admission is from 9am-10am for $3. Shopping from 10:01am-12pm is free.For more info: www.strongsville.org
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Saturday, February 18 through Sunday, February 19 - Hand Feed a Chickadee
Where: Brecksville Nature CenterWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.clemetparks.com
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Saturday, February 18 - Winter Early Childhood Playgroup
Where: Fairview Park LibraryWhen: 10:00 AMWho: Ages birth - 5 with an adult.How: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.cuyahogalibrary.org
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Saturday, February 18 - Twinkle Tots
Where: Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, Bay VillageWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Newborn and up with an adult caregiverHow: Pay at the front desk.Cost: 1.00 per person including infants.For more info: www.lensc.org
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Saturday, February 18 - Edible Snowman
Where: Medina LibraryWhen: 11:30 AMWho: FamiliesHow: Register in advance, www.mcdl.info.Cost: Free
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Saturday, February 18 - Stellar Stars
Where: Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, Bay VillageWhen: 12:00 PMWho: Ages 2 and up with an adultHow: Pay at the front desk.Cost: 2.00 per personFor more info: www.lensc.org
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Saturday, February 18 - Family Open Studio: Printmaking with Kate Snow
Where: Art House, Inc., 3119 Denison Avenue, ClevelandWhen: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Just show up! Arrival within 20 minutes of the start time is recommended.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.arthouseinc.org
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Saturday, February 18 - Art Afternoon!
Where: Fairview Park LibraryWhen: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Children with an adultHow: Register in advanceCost: FreeFor more info: www.cuyahogalibrary.com
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Saturday, February 18 - Saturday Story Time
Where: North Ridgeville LibraryWhen: 11:30 PM - 12:00 PM (Come 10 minutes early to make the craft.)Who: Ages 3 to 5. Children go into the story room alone or with caregivers.How: Preregistration is required by calling the North Ridgeville Branch Library at 440-327-8326.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.lorain.lib.oh.us
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Sunday, February 19 - Maskerade
Where: Susan Hambley Nature CenterWhen: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: All agesHow: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.medinacountyparks.com
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Sunday, February 19 - The Peking Acrobats
Where: Palace TheatreWhen: 3:00 PMWho: Families (no children under the age of 2)How: Purchase tickets online at www.playhousesquare.org or by calling 216-241-6000.Cost: 10.00 - $35.00 per ticketFor more info: www.playhousesquare.org
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Monday, February 20 - Preschool Playtime
Where: Bay Village Community Gym (west entrance doors of Middle School)When: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Children ages 5 and under with an adultHow: Pay at the doorCost: 2.00 (NR:$4.00) per child/visitFor more info: www.bayrec.org
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Monday, February 20 - Holiday Program: President's Day
Where: Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, 28728 Wolf Road, Bay VillageWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Ages 1 to 5 with an adultHow: Register in advanceCost: $5.00/childFor more info: www.lensc.org
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Monday, February 20 - Pioneer Kids: Presidents and Silhouettes
Where: French Creek Nature CenterWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PMWho: Children with an adultHow: Call 1-800-LCM-Park to register.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.metroparks.cc
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Monday, February 20 - Storytime with Miss Shar
Where: Pat Catan's, StrongsvilleWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Kids and an adult caregiverHow: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.patcatans.com
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Monday, February 20 - Zentangle Class
Where: Pat Catan's, 14225 Pearl Road, StrongsvilleWhen: 12:30 PM - 2:30 PMWho: Children, AdultsHow: Register in advanceCost: Class fee is $20 for adults and $10 for children. Supplies are included.For more info: www.patcatans.com
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Monday, February 20 - Kids Love Musicals!
Where: Westlake Porter Public LibraryWhen: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: For kids in grades 1 and up with an adult.How: Please call the Youth Services Department at 440-250-5471 to register for this program starting February 13.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.westlakelibrary.org
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Monday, February 20 - Pioneer Kids: Log Cabin
Where: Carlisle Visitor CenterWhen: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Children with an adultHow: Call 1-800-LCM-Park to register.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.metroparks.cc
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Monday, February 20 - If I Were President
Where: Brook Park LibraryWhen: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Children in Kindergarten and upHow: Register in advanceCost: FreeFor more info: www.cuyahogalibrary.com
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Monday, February 20 - Princess/Pirate Night
Where: Chick-fil-A, 4779 Great Northern Blvd., North OlmstedWhen: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Call to reserve your spot, 440-716-0300.Cost: Purchase dinner at Chick-fil-AFor more info: www.chick-fil-a.com
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Monday, February 20 - Winter Family Storytime
Where: Berea LibraryWhen: 7:00 PMWho: Children ages 2 to 6 with an adultHow: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.cuyahogalibrary.org
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Tuesday, February 21 - Tiny Talons: Feathers
Where: Carlisle Reservation, Carlisle Visitor CenterWhen: Sessions from 10 to 11 pm and 2 to 3 pmWho: Preschoolers with an adultHow: Just show up.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.metroparks.cc
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Tuesday, February 21 - Homework Help and Reading Buddies!
Where: Westlake Porter Public LibraryWhen: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Homework help is for students in grades K-12. Reading buddies is for kids in grades K and up.How: You must have homework/book to read with you to walk in. Children under nine must have adult caregiver in the department. Help Center is open when Westlake Schools are in session.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.westlakelibrary.org
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Tuesday, February 21 - Family Fun Storytime
Where: North Ridgeville LibraryWhen: 7:00 PM - 7:30 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Preregistration is required by calling the North Ridgeville Branch Library at 440-327-8326.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.lorain.lib.oh.us
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Tuesday, February 21 - Winter Pajama Storytime
Where: Brecksville LibraryWhen: 7:00 PMWho: Children ages 2 to 4 with an adult.How: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.cuyahogalibrary.com
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Wednesday, February 15 - Dance Dance Revolution
Where: Brook Park LibraryWhen: 7:00 PMWho: Students in grades 6 to 12How: Register in advanceCost: FreeFor more info: www.cuyahogalibrary.com
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Friday, February 17 - Friday Night Chillin'
Where: Serpentini Winterhurst Arena, 14740 Lakewood Hts. Blvd, LakewoodWhen: 8:30 PM - 10:30 PMWho: TeensHow: Pay at the door.Cost: 10.00 per person includes 2 hour session, skate rental, fun music, pizza and pop.For more info: www.icelandusalakewood.com
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Monday, February 20 - TAG - Teen Advisory Group
Where: Brook Park LibraryWhen: 3:30 PMWho: TeensHow: Register in advanceCost: FreeFor more info: www.cuyahogalibrary.com
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Tuesday, February 21 - T.A.G. Teen Advisory Group
Where: Berea LibraryWhen: 7:00 PMWho: Students in grades 6 to 12.How: Register in advanceCost: FreeFor more info: www.cuyahogalibrary.com
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Wednesday, February 22 - February Family Fun Day: Be An Artist
Where: Westfield SouthPark MallWhen: 11:30 AM - 1:30 PMWho: Ages 0 to 6 with an adultHow: This event is for WFamily members. If you are not a member, you can sign up (for free) at the event.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.westfield.com
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Wednesday, February 22 - Winter Story & Craft
Where: Olmsted Falls LibraryWhen: 6:30 PMWho: Ages 3 to 7 with an adult.How: Register in advanceCost: FreeFor more info: www.cuyahogalibrary.com
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Friday, February 24 through Sunday, February 26 - Family Weekend Wonders: To Market, To Market
- Friday: 10:30am - 2:00pm - 7:00pm
- Saturday: 10:30am - 2:00pm - 4:00pm
- Sunday: 2:00pm
Where: Lakewood Main LibraryWhen: n/aWho: FamiliesHow: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.lkwdpl.org
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Friday, February 24 - Animals a la Mode
Where: Lake Erie Nature & Science Center, Bay VillageWhen: 6:30 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Register in advanceCost: $5/person (children 1 and under are free)For more info: www.lensc.org
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Saturday, February 25 - 6th Annual WSCCC Kids Resale
Where: West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church, 20401 Hilliard Boulevard Rocky River, Ohio 44116When: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Early Bird Sale from 8am-9am)Who: Anyone in need of baby/kids items.How: Pay admission at the doorCost: $5 admission from 8 am to 9 am; $1 admission from 9 am to Noon.For more info: For more information, please contact Courtney Bischof at (440) 333-2040 or cbischof@wschildcare.org.
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Saturday, February 25 - ACT Practice Exam
Where: Westlake Porter Public LibraryWhen: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PMWho: Students in grades 10-12How: Register in advanceCost: FreeFor more info: www.westlakelibrary.org
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Saturday, February 25 - Lowes "Build and Grow": Rumblin' Race Car
Where: Most Lowes LocationsWhen: 10:00 AMWho: Ages 5 and upHow: Register online, the first 50 kids to register and be present at the store at 10am will receive a kit, aprons and goggles.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.lowesbuildandgrow.com
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Saturday, February 25 - Guild of the Brick
Where: Rocky River Public Library, Children's Purple RoomWhen: 2:00 PMWho: Ages 5 and upHow: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.rrpl.org
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Saturday, February 25 - Family Music & More: Jungle Terry
Where: Lakewood Main Library, 15425 Detroit Avenue, LakewoodWhen: 7:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.lkwdpl.org
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Saturday, March 3 - BVECPTA Children's Resale
Where: Bay Village High SchoolWhen: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Everyone is welcomeHow: Pay admission at the doorCost: Early Shopping for the public begins at 8am ($5.00 admission), General Shopping for the public 9am- noon ($1.00 admission)For more info: Visit www.bvecpta.org for more information.
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Saturday, March 3 - Fairview Park ECPTA Spring 2012 NEW-TO-YOU Tag Resale
Where: Gilles-Sweet Elementary School, 4320 West 220th St., Fairview ParkWhen: 9:00 AM (12:30-2pm: Closed for Bag Sale Prep)Who: Anyone looking for maternity, baby or children's items!How: Want to sell? Code Registration Fee is $5 plus the cost of tags. Visit www.fpecpta.org for Registration Form and complete details. Deadline for seller registration is February 8th or while tags supplies last.Cost: 9-10am: $5 early bird, 10-12:30pm: $1 admission, 2-3pm: Bag Sale ($2 per bag/large items 50% off/free admission)
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Saturday, March 17 - Big Kids Resale
Where: Westlake High School, 27830 Hilliard Road, WestlakeWhen: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Everyone is welcomeHow: Pay admission at the door. If you are interested in selling, spaces are only $15 and vendors are welcome from all communities. Registration forms are available at: wlake.org (click on the Parents tab at the top of the page and then click Holly Lane at the left side).Cost: Admission is $5.00 for the early-bird preview from 8:00 am – 9:00 am and $1.00 for entrance from 9:00 am – 12:00 Noon. Cash sales only. Please, no bills larger than $20.00. Small bills appreciated at the door.
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