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! Anyone can be an Author! with STEM Author Jennifer Swanson - June 12, 2025; Wild Wonders Animal Show - July 10, 2025; Just Add Rhythm - July 17, 2025
These programs are made possible by the generous support of: Friends of Mandarin Branch Library
June 12 - 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 10 - Wild Wonders Animal Show
Wild Wonders is proud to present “Scaly Sensations”, an interactive program that is both educational and entertaining for all ages. This program includes local and exotic reptiles that goes into their interesting habits and backgrounds. It uses story, music and humor to enhance and excite learning of our natural world. Of course, we will also have a few warm fuzzies in the program. Children and adults will be asked to help us hold selected animals. Come see this interesting program and join us as we explore the colorful and exciting world of reptiles.
July 17 - 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!
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 |
