Ready for new and exciting experiences? Willing to be bold and make discoveries through interactive and hands-on activities? Live From The Library is excited to bring you programs and performances, especially for children ages 5-12, that will be magical, inspiring, and a whole lot of fun! Just Add Rhythm - June 11, 2025; Clark's Critters, LLC. - June 18, 2025; Anyone can be an Author! with STEM Author Jennifer Swanson - June 25, 2025; Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens - July 2, 2025; Dadician, The Family Magician - July 9, 2025; Jazz it Up - July 16, 2025
June 11 - Just Add Rhythm
Let's go on a sonic adventure and experience rhythm in a whole new way! We'll focus on the sounds of different drums, shakers, and Boomwhackers, and practice turn taking, sharing, and listening skills. Our programs are completely hands-on and interactive; everyone gets to drum! We use evidence-based concepts to encourage communication and social skills in a way that's fun and high-energy. Let's get drumming!
June 18 - Clark's Critters, LLC.
Clark’s Critters provides fun and educational reptile shows for all ages! Experience a once in a lifetime chance to meet these unique animals up close and in person!
June 25 - Anyone can be an Author! with STEM Author Jennifer Swanson
Meet an award-winning author of over 50 nonfiction books and learn firsthand the creative process of how she turns her ideas into books you’ve checked out from the library! Featuring her books The Secret Science of Sports and Up Periscope!, a picture biography of groundbreaking engineer Ray Montague. Leave with tips for how to write your own book.
July 2 - Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
Colors are everywhere in Nature, whether you want to blend in or stand out! Join the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens’ Animal Ambassadors to see how all types of living things Color Our World.
July 9 - Dadician, The Family Magician
Dadician- the Family Magician is proud to present Libraries Rock! A fun family program where we bring the excitement of reading and the power of imagination to life.
July 16 - Jazz it Up
This interactive jazz workshop explores varied styles of jazz through fun activities. We'll develop an appreciation of jazz as an art form while developing teamwork and unity through song.
Attendance is limited, and is first-come first-served. Please arrive early to check in. Check in starts 30 minutes prior to the start of the program.
This program is intended for youth participants and their families. Large groups or organizations should send program requests to jplyouthservices@coj.net two days prior to the program. All requests may not be accommodated.
Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please allow 1–2 business days to process. Last-minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill. Please ask for Learning Services at 255-2665 or email JPLprograms@coj.net.
AGE GROUP: | School Age |
EVENT TYPE: | Youth Program | Summer |
TAGS: | Youth Program | summer | perfomer |