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Carbondale’s Mountain Sprouts Play Cafe opened Jan. 19, 2026. The indoor recreation area features a coffee and tea bar, kid-friendly amenities, classes, and a place for parents or caregivers to relax outside the home and connect with other adults.
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A new indoor recreation area in Carbondale combines a place for kids to play with a coffee shop — serving both children and their caregivers.
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