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Joyful Hedgehog Magic - An Interactive Magic Show

with Sedgie the Hedgie, a live hedgehog!
2026-06-26 13:00:00 2026-06-26 14:00:00 America/New_York Joyful Hedgehog Magic - An Interactive Magic Show Find joy with Erica Carlson and Sedgie the Hedgie! Pickerington Main - Atrium, Pavilion

Friday, June 26
1:00pm - 2:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-06-26 13:00:00 2026-06-26 14:00:00 America/New_York Joyful Hedgehog Magic - An Interactive Magic Show Find joy with Erica Carlson and Sedgie the Hedgie! Pickerington Main - Atrium, Pavilion

Pickerington Main

Atrium, Pavilion

Find joy with Erica Carlson and Sedgie the Hedgie!

How do you find joy? Reading a book? Playing with your pet? In a world where joy sometimes seems hidden, Erica will encourage participants to take control of their emotions and choose a positive attitude when they can. Sedgie the Hedgie, the live hedgehog, will surely bring joy to all when he magically appears!

If you need accommodations for a class or event, contact communications@pickeringtonlibrary.org or call 614-837-4104 ext. 221.  

This event is supported by the State Library of Ohio with federal funds from the Institute of Museum and Library Services. 

AGE GROUP: | Kids | Families |

EVENT TYPE: | Summer Reading | General |

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Find joy with Erica Carlson and Sedgie the Hedgie!
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