# Turtle Back Hatchlings — Early Childhood Program at Turtle Back Zoo

> Event for families in the New York–Newark–Jersey City area (NY / NJ). Times are Eastern Time.

- When: Sun, Nov 8 · 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
- Where: Essex County Turtle Back Zoo — Berson Learning Center, 560 Northfield Avenue, West Orange, NJ 07052
- Ages: Young children with a caregiver (age limits apply)
- Price: $30
- Organizer: Essex County Turtle Back Zoo
- Official page: https://my.hornblower.com/assets/scripts/checkout.html?propertyID=ectbz&bookingTypeId=1112613
- Last checked: Fri, Oct 30

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## About

A monthly early-childhood class where young children and caregivers discover nature through gentle play, art, stories and animal visits. Meet at the Berson Learning Center; age restrictions apply.

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