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Richland 101 for Kids

Do you know a student that’s in need of a summer adventure? Well don’t pack their bags just yet….Richland County may have the answer to the summer time blues!

Come explore and navigate your way thru Richland County Government as it hosts Richland 101 For Kids, a FREE one day youth event on Thursday, July 28, 2011 at Dutch Square Center from 9am to 1pm. Free lunch will be provided.

This year’s theme is:
"Navigating Your Way Through Richland County"

This fun and educational youth program is designed to teach students ages 6-12 about Richland County Government and the greater Midlands community

Students will learn about animal care, climb inside a real fire truck and ambulance, meet the 9ft deputy, and talk insects with the County’s Bug Man.

For more information and to register for this exciting event please call Richland County Office of Public Information 576-2067 or register at http://www.richlandonline.com/News/Richland101_Kids/KidsOnlineRegistration.asp

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