Programs

Throughout New England - children, parents and librarians truly enjoy this program! (Read the outstanding reviews by librarians at Dale's website!) For over 10 years, Dale has performed his own songs...Full Description

Performing Award-winning children's music (2008 NAPPA & Parents' ChoiceAwards), Little Groove is groovy, fun, educational music that includes a lotof audience participation. They will...Full Description

Veteran arts journalist Nick Zaino explores Boston’s long history of comedy, from vaudeville to YouTube, highlighting some of the personalities that have defined laughter in America for 100 years.Fred...Full Description

The story about the sacrifice Cuban baseball players and their families endured when professional baseball was abolished in Cuba by the Castro Regime in 1961....Full Description

A Cuban Exile Story about Discovery and the Search for a Better Life. Leaving Cuba as an unnacompanied fifteen year old, living in a refugee camp and foster homes and ultimately reunited with his parents...Full Description

I love that what I do 100% versatile. I can perform for any age and incorporate entertainment suitable for that age.  I can also perform OUT of make-up, although I wear VERY friendly and fun clown...Full Description

I offer a very fun, interactive action packed comedy magic and juggling show.  I can perform as a clown or not. My clown show can also include a make up demo which the kids love as they get to...Full Description

Dazzle your guests with dad jokes and dangerous balancing feats!  Family Friendly Circus Variety that is adaptable indoor or outdoor venues. Peter was trained in theatrical clowning...Full Description

A 20 minute lecture, coupled with 40 minutes of active learning.  Peter goes over 5 TOP SECRET things you can be doing to be a better learner!  ...Full Description

Gravity, Gyroscopic Stabilization, and Newton’s laws.  In this show, we learn about the scientific properties that make circus arts possible!...Full Description

Two Performers, One Show. Popcorn is a family friendly, feel-good performance that showcases a ton of nostalgic toys, buttery smooth skills, and an explosive amount of popcorn. Show can run 45-60 minutes....Full Description

Popcorn is a family friendly, feel-good performance that showcases a ton of nostalgic toys, buttery smooth skills, and an explosive amount of popcorn.  Show can run 45-60 minutes....Full Description

Spinning tops, Yoyo's, Indian club juggling, and the first depictions of juggling in Egypt.  This show features several circus arts from around the world.  Learn about different cultures through...Full Description

A Cultural and Historical Reflection of the 1960s Through the Music of The Beatles is a 60-minute multi-media presentation that highlights the influence The Beatles had on world culture, particularly...Full Description

4th.St.String Band, an acoustic quartet featuring guitar, twin fiddles, harmony vocals, bass, er-hu (chinese folk fiddle) & a variety of other unique instruments, enjoys playing everything from Celtic...Full Description

Tour Spanish history, culture, and music with Aaron Larget-Caplan and his guitar. Students learn about the geography, literature and poetry, vocabulary and culture of Spain, as well as the building...Full Description

Music of the East & West From the songs of Schubert & Gershwin to myths and dances of contemporary Japan & India, Aaron explores the sounds, poetry and aesthetics of classical music...Full Description

Latin Travels A rousing journey via music & poetry through wild jungles & rainforests, gorgeous cathedrals, & bustling colonial cities of Latin America with Aaron Larget-Caplan &...Full Description

The Spirit of Spain with ¡Con Fuego! Spanish history, culture & music are on display in this rousing & interactive performance by ¡Con Fuego! (With Fire!) Guitarist...Full Description

Family-fun magic show featuring comedy magic, audience participation and always a live bunny rabbit. Voted RI's Best Family Entertainment by the RI Parents' Paper Three years in a row!...Full Description

The Magic of Reading promotes the FUN of recreational reading and the use of the library. Children's literature is used as a stepping-stone to each magical illusion. Utilizing the techniques of stage...Full Description

This program is specifically geared towards the creative imaginations of children 3 1/2 to 6 years oid. The show is replete with comedy, magic, tons of audience participation and always a live bunny...Full Description

Through a unique blend of story, dance, song, and rhythm, Abigail brings to life traditional stories from around the globe with an emphasis on stories from Africa and the African Diaspora. Her performances...Full Description

Pottery Wheel Demonstration with Optional Hands-On Pinch Pottery Workshop60 min. or 90 min. workshop This is an all ages, family-friendly pottery wheel demonstration program...Full Description

Pottery Wheel Demonstration with Optional Hands-On Pinch Pottery Workshop60 min. or 90 min. workshop This workshop is a celebration of the similarities and differences...Full Description

Pottery Wheel Demonstration with Optional Pinch Pottery WorkshopRock to Clay - Clay to Imagination - Imagination to Creature60 min. or 90 min. workshop Out...Full Description

Pottery Wheel Demonstration with Optional Hands-On Pinch Pottery Workshop60 min. or 90 min. workshop Tales of the unusual, the unknown and the unpredictable are told at...Full Description

Pottery Wheel Demonstration with Optional Hands-On Pinch Pottery Workshop60 min. or 90 min. workshop The indigenous people of the Southwest have a saying "Every piece of...Full Description

Pottery Wheel Demonstration with Optional Hands-On Pinch Pottery Workshop60 min. or 90 min. workshop Patrons will experience the studio of the SEG (Saturday Evening Girls)...Full Description

Festival Open Air Demonstration - 60 min. or 90 min. workshopThis is an informal performance due to the casual nature of the strolling audience. I produce pots and/or animals...Full Description

Pottery Wheel Demonstration with Optional Hands-On Pinch Pottery Workshop60 min. or 90 min. workshop Writers have alluded to clay and the potter at work in numerous poems...Full Description

Pottery Wheel Demonstration with Optional Hands-On Pinch Pottery Workshop60 min. or 90 min. workshop This is an exciting program where the pottery wheel will connect our...Full Description

Hands-On Workshop - No Pottery Wheel DemonstrationThis is an all ages, family-friendly hands-on workshop, exploring creativity and techniques. We will use self-hardening clay...Full Description

Hands-On Workshop - No Pottery Wheel Demonstration This is an all ages, family-friendly hands-on workshop, exploring creativity and techniques. We will use self-hardening clay to create...Full Description

Hands-On Workshop - No Pottery Wheel Demonstration This is an all ages, family-friendly hands-on workshop, exploring creativity and techniques. We will use self-hardening clay to create...Full Description

This is an all ages, family-friendly hands-on workshop, exploring creativity and techniques. We will use self-hardening clay to create an under the sea creatures or tile project. It will be painted...Full Description

Overview of the techniques and locations of the industries with relevance to your area, from the Colonial era to 1860....Full Description

I will be sharing the stories of potters who fought during the Revolutionary War, War of 1812 and the Civil War. The emphasis in on Revolutionary and War of 1812 Massachusetts potteries but includes...Full Description

I discuss the origins of familiar phases still in use today such as hob-knob and slob that relate to the potters and the pots they made....Full Description

The audience will have the opportunity to handle various types of historical, unique drinking and eating vessels while we discuss the food and drink consumed in them....Full Description

In “John Parker His Book, 1747 May 23”, the story of this Charlestown, Massachusetts potter comes alive as told with this powerpoint presentation. The son of the celebrated potters, Isaac...Full Description

This is an overview of the techniques and locations of the industries with relevance to your area. Presentation illustrates the tools used, techniques practiced and displays examples if regional style...Full Description

Sharing the stories of potters who fought during the Revolutionary War, War of 1812 and the Civil War. The topic has more emphasis on Revolutionary and War of 1812 Massachusetts potteries but includes...Full Description

Hands-On Workshop - No Pottery Wheel Demonstration This is an all ages, family-friendly hands-on workshop, exploring creativity and techniques. We will use self-hardening clay...Full Description

Act!vated Story Theatre stages two multicultural folktales before a giant oversized book, encouraging reading and the love of theatre. Presented with physical comedy, mime, dance, music and audience...Full Description

Two stories theatrically performed and filmed from multiple camera angles that bring the viewing audience in on the action. Performed before a giant book with costumes, creative props and lots of physical...Full Description

Professional performers present a multicultural theatrical production full of nonstop action. American Sign Language, acrobatic tricks (including a grown woman squeezing through a tennis racket),...Full Description

A 45-minute musical for audiences who like to rock out. A fun show with a variety of characters from Shakespeare's classics, some jammin' tunes, an electric guitar and even the Bard himself.The...Full Description

Zephyr's dynamic Young Author Workshop turns on imaginations, excites young writers and gives them the tools to publish their own books.Teen author Zephyr Goza wrote "Tales From Under...Full Description

Jape performs a dramatic reading of his hit adventure series, Jape the Grape Ape from Outer Space.This workshop is fortified with loads of action, singing, games as the children experience a...Full Description

I.Improvs:For the quick witted! A fast and fun workshop patterned after the T.V. Show "Whose Line is it Anyway?II. Monologues:Take center stage and express yourself! Big stories told...Full Description

Babies get to play instruments for tiny hands while Sarah plays guitar and sings to get them into the groove. This interactive music for the very youngest library partons lets them explore and caretakers...Full Description

Little ones get to play along with instruments for Fall Songs about bats, leaves, pumpkins, trick or treating, with fun recognizable melodies. Also classic songs adapted for Halloween such as Twinkle...Full Description

This show features joyful hopping dixieland songs to get humans tapping their toes. Introducing jazz music to the younger generation through happy tunes, Sarah Gardner combines her knack for children's...Full Description

Warm up the winter with frolicking snow songs, and dance the Snowman Pokey. We'll flap our flippers for the Penguin Dance and there will be plenty of jingling and jumping. (Song list is customized to...Full Description

Kids get to rock out on instruments for little hands while Sarah plays guitar and sings to get them into the groove. This interactive program introduces basic band concepts such as counting off, playing...Full Description

Sarah Gardner performs favorites from the 1920s-50s (American songbook, movies, singalongs, and old standards) accompanied by her father Jazz musician Herb Gardner on piano, to help bring good vibes...Full Description

Kids get to rock out on instruments with Sarah as she plays guitar and sings to get them into the groove with space songs! This interactive program introduces basic band concepts such as counting off,...Full Description

This is a fully involved family jam with ukeleles, percussion, bells and drums. Everyone gets to join the library band led by Sarah for kids songs, folk and pop sing a longs. We also stand up and dance....Full Description

The Headless Horseman Rides Again! Storyteller J.T. Turner portrays Washington Irving telling his most famous tale, The Legend of Sleepy Hollow. Taking on all the roles of this Halloween tale, Turner...Full Description

Hear the stories behind Frost's work - the tragedy as well as the humor - as he shares some of his most popular poems, including Mending Wall, Birches, Nothing Gold Can Stay, Late Walk, Desert Places,...Full Description

Printer, Scientist, Inventor, Author, Ambassador, Patriot - Benjamin Franklin has been called "the First American." His rich and colorful life is recounted in this wonderful one-man show. Meet...Full Description

What if......William Shakespeare, famed playwright and poet, has spent the last 400 years haunting theaters? And what would happen if he decided one evening to speak with you? J.T. Turner, in...Full Description

What if......William Shakespeare, famed playwright and poet, has spent the last 400 years haunting theaters? And what would happen if he decided one day to speak with you? Join J.T. Turner in...Full Description

The greatest storyteller in the world would like to visit with you! Aesop shares the story of his own life, which is mixed in with his classic fables such as the Tortoise and the Hare, The Lion and...Full Description

Join professional actor J.T. Turner in this funny, engaging, and fascinating look at the varied and rich life of C.S. Lewis, author of The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe series, famed lecturer, and...Full Description

Witness the classic tale of A Christmas Carol come beautifully to life as actor J.T. Turner portrays Charles Dickens and every single character from the story in this one-man show. Charles Dickens was...Full Description

A young reporter (played by your student or volunteer) interviews Charles Dickens just before a performance in Boston. Dickens relates his life story using excerpts from his major works. The program...Full Description

Award-winning actor, writer, and teaching artist J.T. Turner appears as F. Scott Fitzgerald to discuss the author's own life, times, and work, with specific focus on The Great Gatsby and its protagonist...Full Description

Through a combination of gentle movement, mental concentration and breathing,  Qigong helps to balance energyand improve participants' focus, circulation, mobility, and sense of well-being. This...Full Description

 In “Animal Tai Chi: The Journey of Chen,” with teaching artist J.T. Turner, you will hear an original animal-based story while learning fun, easy to follow exercises that are based...Full Description

Choose from our popular American literature and history focused programs especially suited for October (but fun for any season)!: a) WITNESS: Miller's The Crucible and the Salem "Witch"...Full Description

Award winning actor and storyteller J.T. Turner shares exciting folktales and fables about unlikely heroes, like a little mouse, a spoon, and a shy boy and his dog. You will have a chance to be part...Full Description

Customize a set of traditional stories from around the world, based on your current season, learning themes, and audience, all brought to life by award-winning professional actor J.T. Turner.  All...Full Description

John Muir was a brilliant inventor who went through a life changing  to become  one of the world’s most recognized and impactful  conservationists.  His writings have inspired...Full Description

An award-winning adventure travel journalist for The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, The Los Angeles Times, and National Geographic Kids, Peter Mandel hunts his stories...Full Description

Having a children's book published in today's tough market can seem like an impossible dream. But in reality, getting your book idea into shape and into print can hinge on just the right advice from...Full Description

Having a book published in today's tough market can seem like an impossible dream. But, in reality, getting your book idea into shape and into print can hinge on just the right advice from a pro. Do...Full Description

Origami is the art of folding paper to create decorative or functional forms. It is magical to see paper take shape with each fold to become something new and wonderful. Origami teaches...Full Description

Create a fabulous journal to tell and illustrate your story of what you love about nature! Perhaps the ocean, boating, seasonal sports, animals, weather, camping, or the awesome beauty? During the program,...Full Description

We explore the world of functional origami. Beautiful and practical objects are created in a relaxed atmosphere. We use both traditional and recycled papers....Full Description

If you want MORE practical origami, this workshop adds more fun and creative adventures for the folding enthusiast!...Full Description

Modular origami is the art of folding multiple units and joining them to form a more complex construction. Create boxes, cubes, and ornaments. Each finished piece is a different work of art as paper...Full Description

Adventure into the world of modular origami kicked up a level. For the folding enthusiast who wants more modular fun!...Full Description

Origami, the art of folded paper, lends itself to the creation of wonderful birds, bugs and flowers in this spring/summer workshop. These forms can be enjoyed by themselves or as illustrations...Full Description

Have fun with this Fall/Halloween origami workshop. Bats, spiders, and more take shape to amaze and reward the folding artist....Full Description

Origami, the art of folding paper, takes shape with a December holiday theme. Symbols of Christmas and Hannukah are represented in cards, ornaments, wreaths and more....Full Description

Have fun using your imagination creating your personal Fairy House from recycled natural materials! Then share your story! Is it a woodland retreat or zen garden? Is it a beach front summer home...Full Description

Unleash your imagination creating fun and funky hand bound books. Participants will create and decorate 4 amazing styles of books. ...Full Description

We have a universe of stories to share as we travel through space and time! In this beginning origami program, we will learn to fold things that fly and imagine the rich experience of the journey...Full Description

The nitty-gritty of how to get started for those new to homeschooling or just considering it. Topics covered include an overview of homeschooling, deciding whether or not to homeschool, getting...Full Description

For those writing an education plan for the first time. This workshop will cover Massachusetts homeschool guidelines; the history of homeschooling in MA; writing your education plan; choosing a form...Full Description

Follow Dutch/American author and photographer AgathaO (alter ego of historian Pleun Bouricius) and her Canadian/American traveling companion across the northern United States to British Columbia, and...Full Description

A Fairy Tale with a modern twist: Famous fairy tale characters wonder why and how the Trees of Fairy Land are disappearing. Because trees are missing, Pinocchio, Hansel and Gretel, Peter and Piggy and...Full Description

An educational program teaching young children the letters of the alphabet. Performed with a group of string marionettes, engaging music, song and sets.Perfect for early childhood programs,...Full Description

Stringed marionettes want to learn what children learn in school and Lily Rose teaches them how to count to ten.Using music, song, beautiful sets and hand carved wooden marionettes, this program...Full Description

Have you ever gazed up at the stars and wondered if we are really alone here in the universe? The Ain't it Scary? with Sean & Carrie podcast's presentation covers a short history of UFOs, from early...Full Description

Have you ever had an experience that you simply cannot explain? The Ain't it Scary? with Sean & Carrie podcast covers a short history of paranormal and ghost stories in New England - from the cases...Full Description

Have you ever listened to your favorite podcast and thought, "I could do that!"? Are you an expert in a niche topic, or passionate about something enough that you could talk about it for hours? Do you...Full Description

The program features Amazing Magic, Hilarious Comedy, Oodles of Audience Participation plus the unbelievable appearance of a fluttering white dove and an adorable fuzzy bunny. For library events, Bonaparte...Full Description

This Interactive Zoom Virtual Programs includes an adorable bunny and beautiful white bird, plus several of your guests will be the featured ‘Spotlight Guest Stars’. The presentation...Full Description

The author lived through, and drove home through the biggest regional blizzard of the last century or more. He is the author of Arcadia Publishing's Greater Boston's Blizzard of 1978...Full Description

Along with my co-author, Dr. Robert Krim, I recently published Boston Made: From Revolution to Robotics, Innovations that Changed the World. This book catalogs the deep and broad history of innovation...Full Description

This program provides an overview of the MANY firsts in Bay State Libraries as well as a discussion of library leaders, pioneers and philathropists, architecturally distinctive libraries and art treasures....All...Full Description

This program provides an overview of the MANY firsts in Bay State Libraries as well as a discussion of library leaders, pioneers and philathropists, architecturally distinctive libraries and art treasures....All...Full Description

At the end of World War II, Eastern Massachusetts was in crisis as its traditional industries began to collapse or move. The surprising combination of a new beltway, entrepreneurs, pioneer venture capitalists,...Full Description

Alastair Moock is a 2014 Grammy Nominee, Parents' Choice Gold Award Winner, and three-time National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) Gold Award Winner. Long one of Boston's premier folk artists,...Full Description

In this structured, educational program, award-winning songwriter Alastair introduces the music that shaped and connected three of America's most important movements for social change: the Labor Rights...Full Description

In this structured, educational program, award-winning songwriter Alastair Moock brings his guitar and his passion for American folk music to teach language arts skills in this lively, interactive workshop....Full Description

American folk music, like all folk music, is rooted in tradition. But the form is constantly evolving, with songwriters reworking older songs to tell new stories. In this lively, upbeat performance...Full Description

This past year, numerous libraries reported breaking crowds when Alex the Jester performed his hilarious act. Inspired by the medievil fool, this delightful mischief maker will also motivate readers...Full Description

Join our puppet host Oliver as he learns about real live animals! This program mixes the silliness of puppetry with a series of live exotic animals for an educational and entertaining virtual program!...Full Description

Our Caricature Drawing Workshop, is taught by our very own Oliver! Oliver will take the participants step by step through drawing several different caricatures of well known characters that go with...Full Description

Join Dewey the Dragon and his puppet friends while they read and act out a few of your favorite fun filled fairy tales! ...Full Description

Ever wanted to learn how to create 2D animation? Participants will use free, open source animation software and will learn to create several different animations in the traditional style of animation....Full Description

This program is offered live via Zoom. It is a one hour workshop that will teach basic sculpting techniques to create three-dimensional figures. Will your tweens & teens sculpt Crewmates or Imposters?...Full Description

Lecture & Piano Recital: Classical: Alfred will perform selections from the music of the Nutcracker Suite Ballet by Tchaikovsky. In addition he will tell the story of each scene, providing interesting...Full Description

Lecture & Piano Recital: Classical Romantic Music:Chopin:Join us for an unusual view into the history of Poland and Paris through the eyes of Chopin in the 1800's. Through his aristocratic Polish...Full Description

Lecture & Piano Recital: Classical Music: An introduction to the world's greatest and most loved classical dance music. Have you ever wondered which country the waltz really came from or what...Full Description

Lecture & Piano Recital: Classical Music:The program includes the story behind Valentine's Day; stories about the love interest of some of the composers and what inspired their love songs and...Full Description

Lecture & Piano Recital: Classical:Alfred will perform selections from the music of the Swan Lake Ballet by Tchaikovsky. In addition, Mr. Watson will tell the story of each scene, provide interesting...Full Description

Lecture & Piano Recital: Classical:Alfred will talk about inspiration and how some composers were inspired to write their own music. Interesting anecdotes on the composers will also be included....Full Description

Lecture & Piano Recital: Classical:Alfred will perform works by Eastern European composers. He will speak about his Polish background and some Polish history as well as his travels to Poland....Full Description

Lecture & Piano Recital: Classical:The program will feature Alfred's award winning CD entitled "America", and many more Classical favorites. Alfred will tell the story of how each composer's...Full Description

Lecture & Piano Recital: Classical:Who better to speak to the music, culture and history of Poland, than a man who's heritage is in the Tatra Mountains of Poland? Who better to play the beloved...Full Description

A MUSICAL TRIBUTE TO GREAT ART AND LITERATURE. Sing the timeless words of Benjamin Britten, Sir William S. Gilbert, William Blake, and Robert Louis Stevenson. This is a musical tribute to great literary...Full Description

Alicia and her Koala hand puppet, Pierre, entertain young children with participatory stories from folklore and original humorous songs....Full Description

"99.9% True" is a workshop in storytelling/memoir writing. Participants are encouraged to tap their memories (and imaginations) to create short, memorable stories from their own experience....Full Description

Using entertaining games and exercises storyteller Alicia Quintano invites participants in grades 3 and up to create their own stories of how things came to look and be the way they are....Full Description

Families are invited to join storyteller Alicia Quintano for an evening (or afternoon) of stories and songs.  Featured is Alicia’s  “Pet Song,” a tale from her Manhattan...Full Description

In a half-hour visit to Kindergarten and pre-K classrooms storyteller Alicia Quintano and her koala hand puppet, Pierre, entertain and delight young children with stories including “the Gunniwolf,”...Full Description

What to do if your favorite coat wears out? Take what’s left and make a jacket! For the summer 2024 reading program storyteller Alicia Quintano invites family audiences to meet the thrifty tailor...Full Description

The purpose of this one hour workshop/presentation is to encourage creativity in kids through music. The presenter - Yury Shenkar goes over a few of the most basic concepts of music in a simple, entertaining...Full Description

Using soft all cotton cord children learn several different knots to create their own jewelry. Ex: necklace- bracelet - anklet - bookmark - key chain.Shells from local beaches are added for...Full Description

Get Inspired by the "Masters Museum" - Let creativity flow with soft pastels.Prepare your work for the "New Artists Museum"Event is in several parts... participants must be on time...Full Description

Hand painted rolled paper beads with a matte finish. Leave with a unique piece of jewelry made from your handiwork. Great for all ages....very creative project......Full Description

Learn perspective... how our eyes distort what is... I learned perspective when I was 7 and love to teach it to children and adults!!!Great for a once a month class! ...Full Description

Choose a workshop of specific gift making - can be a parent child event or a teen thru adult event.. or a childrens event. ...Full Description

This is a whimsical, but also a personal chat, using our musical instrument demonstration with a hands-on approach! Our mission is to inspire children to become musicians. We offer a description of...Full Description

I bring my etching press and printmaking supplies to teach this fun art of the monoprint with it's painterly uniqueness. I love this process because it is loose, and leads to the creation of a series....Full Description

Young children with allergies need a special level of protection, as they may not be aware enough of the issue to monitor risk. Food Allergy advocate, Marci Komssi will talk about the importance of...Full Description

Young children with allergies need a special level of protection as they may not be aware of the issue enough to monitor risk. Food allergy advocate Marci Komssi will talk about the importance of understanding...Full Description

Greg uses songs and stories that will get your audience up and involved with the performance. Music is a mystery. What makes us tap our toes and sing along? IT DOESN"T MATTER! KIDS WILL JUST GET INVOLVED...Full Description

Greg uses fun and heart warming songs, stories and demonstrations that encourage young people to respect the earth and each other. What goes up, must come down.What is thrown on the ground...Full Description

Fun for the entire family. Begin the summer with a celebration of music and fun that encourages kids to read. OR End the summer with a tribute to all of the kids that made reading a fun part of their...Full Description

A is for Apple, B is for GREEN.What ever letter of the alphabet you are on, it is important to think GREEN.Greg Cooney has been using crazy original songs and stories for 30 years to teach...Full Description

Performing Award-winning children's music (2008 NAPPA & Parents' Choice Awards), Alphabet Rockers gets kids and families singing, moving, grooving, counting and spelling with this interactive show....Full Description

The 3 class days include the basics of hand sewing,  and sewing machine operation.  I can provide sewing tools,  Machines and fabric if not available.  In the class attendees will...Full Description

This is an open workspace set up for sewers to start or complete projects with machines and other sewing tools provided. Attendees are welcome to bring their own machines and join the community of other...Full Description

Groove and Flow Yoga is a special blend of yoga styles where the participants can explore and experience the joy of movement and freedom of expression within a supportive, creative environment, regardless...Full Description

In times of quarantine and social distancing, technology can be a blessing and/or a curse. From psychiatric hospital to public speaker, Amber shares a lively presentation filled with stories...Full Description

Amy Conley presents movement songs, dances, fingerplays and humorous puppets with guitar, banjo, harmonica and leads parents with young children to experience the joy of singing and family music-making,...Full Description

Amy Conley started Ukulele Revolution in 2013, teaching classes to teens and adults.  She now teaches online (Zoom platform) as well, with classes in Beginner, Advanced Beginner, Intermediate,...Full Description

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During a concert we play guitars, mandolin, banjo, ukulele, harmonica and other instruments. We tell stories through our songs. Even though our songwriting style has its roots firmly planted in traditional...Full Description

Andy and Veronica Fish are professional working artists-- Andy is even listed on Wikepedia-- who have worked extensively in comics, film and animation. In addition, both are faculty members of...Full Description

(This is Live In-Person) Learn about the Roman Legionary soldier during the Roman Empire in the 1st Century AD/CE, In this unique and engaging presentation, utilizing the latest Archaeological...Full Description

Online Version:  I am working on a virtual presentation "podcast" style where I show images of Old Master artwork, and have a "live" demonstrations of techniques.  I am also...Full Description

Online Programs: Working on pre-recorded vignettes on major developments in Printing techniques and styles, artistic movements, impact of prints, and other topics.  A pre-recorded...Full Description

(note new email address: avarthistory@gmail.com) Join Andy Volpe with an in-depth look at the Printing methods used in the New England (English) Colonies from the 1630s to 1790s, learn about...Full Description

The written language is one of the most important technological and cultural developments in human history, and the Romans were instrumental in establishing a written and literary culture that is still...Full Description

(Note: this is specifically for Online/Zoom or Slide Lecture Presentation)In 2020, Andy hand-engraved a full-size replica copperplate of Paul Revere's "Boston Massacre", As part of...Full Description

This is specifically for an Online / Virtual Presentation Roman Legionary - Online Includes my Live In-Person arms, armor & archaeology program, but can be arranged to include slides/images...Full Description

(Note: This is for a Live, In-Person active printing display)Andy Volpe researches and prints in the same techniques of the Old Masters and early New England Colonial printers (ca 1470s...Full Description

Angela Easterling is an Americana singer-songwriter based in Greenville, SC who tours frequently to the northeast for concerts. She presents a performance of her own original songs interspersed with...Full Description

Staffed by professional educators, animal handlers, show presenters and volunteers, Animal Adventures is dedicated to teaching people about the world we live in and the diverse animal life we share...Full Description

Join us for an exciting animal-themed story hour .... and meet the animals from the book! Reservations are REQUIRED. Please call 978-779-8988 to put your name in for one of these exciting events!...Full Description

Come catch a glimpse of the animal night-life at one of Animal Adventures Nocturnal Night:A one of a kind opportunity to witness our many nocturnal creatures at their most active. Following...Full Description

Ed Laquidara is excited to announce our new, cutting-edge bullying and self-esteem programs. With the use of our premium exotic animals to captivate the attention of children and adults and to illustrate...Full Description

The most hands-on show anywhere with approximately two dozen animals at each show. Includes turtles, lizards, snakes, tree frogs, hedgehog, chinchilla, bunny, and alligator (where allowed). A fixture...Full Description

Join the Animal Man for a 1 hour interactive slideshow and Q&A all about local wild edible, medicinal and utilitarian plants. After the slideshow, the group will venture outside for a 1 hour wild...Full Description

Be a hero to your family! Learn basic wilderness survival skills that may someday save your life or the lives of loved ones. Learn the construction of the warmest yet simplest shelter on the...Full Description

Come learn how to get you and your family more prepared for emergencies! But why, you say? It will never happen to me! People tend to get very comfortable in their day-to-day routines and...Full Description

What is a Bug Out Bag? It's a bag that you keep packed and ready to go for an emergency, that's what! Your Bug Out Bag is not really for the "Zombie Apocolypse" or "The End Of The World" like on TV....Full Description

Learn the ancient art of making stone tools such as arrowheads, knives, drills, scrapers and axes! We will cover material selection, tool selection, & safety. Participants will then learn several...Full Description

Learn the sport & skill of primitive archery! The "Animal Man" will walk you through the basics of primitive archery tackle, techniques and safety. Then we have a practice session shooting real...Full Description

Teens & adults get the chance to come learn how to survive the zombie apocolypse! This 2 hour workshop is designed to be an extremely fun, engaging, workshop style program where everyone gets involved!...Full Description

Calling all tributes! Welcome to the 74th annual Hunger Games! The time has come to say goodbye to loved ones and journey to the capitol to begin your training. Learn to create life-saving shelter...Full Description

You have survived the arena, but the odds are never in your favor! Now you have been selected for the lethal Quarter Quell. Pitted against a deadly pool of other victors, this Hunger Games will not...Full Description

Join the Mockingjay and the rebels as they storm the capitol and unite the districts! In this 2 hour workshop, participants will learn city and suburban survival skills that go way beyond our Hunger...Full Description

Meet a variety of exotic animals from around the world in our most popular program ever! Children get to truly "experience" mammals, reptiles, amphibians and invertibrates like never before. All ages...Full Description

Going Green with Your Pets In this imaginative program, children will discover why it is better to "adopt" their pets rather than buy one or catch a wild animal from outdoors. As always, we will...Full Description

What in the world does helping animals have to do with Going Green? Actually, more than you would expect! In this program featuring live animals, we show kids how an ecosystem is made up of plants,...Full Description

Imagine if there was a way for your backyard to benefit wildlife while still being beautiful and functional to you. There is! In this intriguing and interactive program we discuss why animals have such...Full Description

Join Animal World Experience for our newest program option, Global Safari! This program, developed for the 2011 summer reading theme World Culture/World Travel, takes children and adults alike on a...Full Description

"Jackson's Wild Journey" is a children's book written and illustrated by Matt Gabriel from Animal World Experience. The story is about a little boy who falls asleep and dreams he travels the world meeting...Full Description

Nocturnal Nights is meant to showcase our night-time animals. We will explore all of the great reasons animals come out at night such as lack of predators, availability of food, better weather conditions,...Full Description

This one of a kind program is a blast from the prehistoric past! Meet our most ancient animal friends in person and you even get to touch and hold real fossils that are millions of years old!...Full Description

Meet an array of our amazing animal friends as we learn why some of them hang out underground. From nesting to hunting and everything in between, you will find out that the world underground is as active...Full Description

These crafty critters give the saying down to earth a whole new meaning! Come learn the reasons why so many different animals dig, and the various ways they do it....Full Description

Learn the many unique ways that animals communicate with each other, as well as people. You may come to realize that animals really do talk, just a little differently than us....Full Description

From lizard lounges to millipede mansions, learn about a variety of different shelters animals build and use. You will begin to understand the many ways in which they are very similar to as well as...Full Description

It is true; the world is mostly water, and us land dwellers sometimes have to find creative ways to get enough of it!...Full Description

Ever wonder what animals do in the winter? Join us as we explore the many ways that animals survive in, and thrive in the winter. What you find out will shock and amaze you!...Full Description

You will have more fun than a barrel of monkeys as you learn the truth about common animal myths....Full Description

Discover the wonderful world of poop like never before as you learn how to be a "Poop Detective" and you will even get to meet some real-life super poopers!...Full Description

Meet amazing animals that can climb just like spider-man, survive sub-zero temperatures, use their tongue as a fishing lure and more!...Full Description

What's all the commotion? Animals move in many different ways, and we'll explore how they slither, crawl, hop, climb and swim...Full Description

Find out how to expand your own senses by learning from our animal friends....Full Description

Meet interesting animals that defend themselves by showing their tongue, dropping their tail, vibrating, peeing and many more!...Full Description

Right in your own backyard lies a secret world of animals that are seldom seen or heard....Full Description

Learn about different desert animals as they all prove one thing: You've gotta be tough to survive in the desert!...Full Description

Meet a menagerie of exotic animals that help to paint a unique picture of life in the rainforest....Full Description

Learn about all things that slither, creep and crawl! This program includes plenty of reptiles, amphibians & bugs....Full Description

Experience reptiles like never before in this program great for junior reptile wranglers and adults alike!...Full Description

This is our all-furry animal program perfect for the furry fanatic!...Full Description

This program will warm your heart right from the start. Meet some of our adopted animals while you hear their stories and learn why adoption is the best option....Full Description

Calling all tributes! Welcome to the 74th Annual Hunger Games! The time has come to say goodbye to loved ones and journey to the capitol to begin your training.Learn to create life-saving shelter...Full Description

You have survived the arena, but the odds are never in your favor! Now you have been selected for the lethal Quarter Quell. Pitted against a deadly pool of other victors, this Hunger Games will not...Full Description

Spiderman! Batman! Aquaman! Just like many famous superheroes have animal powers, every animal has the power to be a superhero. In our newest children's program, "Wild Heroes," children get the opportunity...Full Description

Be a hero to your family! Learn basic wilderness survival skills that may someday save your life or the lives of loved ones. Learn the construction of the warmest yet simplest survival shelter...Full Description

Come walk on the wild side and learn how animals stay fit and healthy. Whether it’s digging like a degu, eating healthy like a tortoise, or soaking up the sunshine like a lizard, we all have a...Full Description

Our most exciting program to date, teens get the chance to come learn how to survive the zombie apocolypse! This is designed to be an extremely fun, engaging, workshop style program where everyone gets...Full Description

NEW FOR SUMMER READING 2022! Join us as we travel "Beyond the Beaten Path" to discover the world of animals like never before! Come with us as you meet & touch unusual & amazing animals that...Full Description

The Hoosac Tunnel took 25 years to build, went bankrupt three times and came in ten times over budget. You'll be amazed at the similarities of this 19th century transportation project with a more recent...Full Description

An anecdotal look at ideas, projects and products that were imagined, stolen, manufactured, developed, or otherwise associated with New England over the centuries. Includes songs....Full Description

Kids learn best by doing. Teams will drill through solid rock and porridge stone, fake obviously. We'll also sing songs about the railway accompanied by a kid-friendly ukulele as we learn about the...Full Description

The rise of the textile industries across New England meant a changing population and lifestyle. Each audience member will weave on a hand loom to take home and all will sing a labor song....Full Description

"Every Day is Earth Day" is a fun-filled, interactive concert about the wonders of nature and what we can do to preserve them. Topics such as global warming, overflowing landfills, water pollution,...Full Description

Discover the wonders of marine life in "Whales & Tales." Annie & the Natural Wonder Band will take you on a musical cruise from the depths of "Welcome to the world of Benthos" to the heights of "Flying...Full Description

"On Safari" is a fun-filled, interactive concert full of original songs about the rainforest.Get ready to dance along to the "Hippa Hippopotamus", become a "Beautiful Frog", act like a "Real Cool Cat"...Full Description

Don't get bugged, get totally bugged out! How? Why, hop like a green grasshopper, follow the journey of the monarch butterfly, learn the waggle dance of the honeybee field worker and celebrate pollination...Full Description

Upbeat, interactive songs for the pre-school set about colors, shapes, letters, numbers, sequencing, animals, parts of the body, and music, itself. Annie will play guitar and joyfully share her bags...Full Description

The Memory Masterclass - How to Remember Everything, and Never Forget a Thing! How good is your memory? Do you often misplace items? Do you have a hard time remembering people’s names,...Full Description

A few years ago I inherited my father's World War II Army foot locker. It turned out to contain hundreds of letters and other documents from his Army service and his time working with displaced persons...Full Description

Let's Gogh Art is a mobile arts and crafts studio. We bring any of our more than 150 arts and crafts projects, themes and activities to your location. We supply all of the materials and instruction...Full Description

Let's Gogh Art will take you on a whirlwind tour of the world, traveling among different countries. Artists will get a lesson in geography, culture and art, creating: watercolor hot air balloons, Puerto...Full Description

A combination of literacy education and creative enrichment. Our expert story teller reads a popular children's book and follows with hands-on art activities related to the story. We have dozens of...Full Description

Stuff a furry 8" friend with fluff, love and a heart and decorate a t-shirt for it. Then stuff a 4" bear to donate to a sick child at your local hospital. After the stuffing is done, write a note to...Full Description

Kids will really sprout wings in this art-rageous workshop. Everyone will paint a wooden plane, design a rocket and decorate and assemble a kite.This is a great workshop for large groups, extended...Full Description

Get ready to 'create some fun'! Creatively educational, inspiring,whimsical and unconventional, this series of workshops exposes children to a world of artistic wonder and ignites their imaginations....Full Description

These Art-rageous Art-ventures explore the world of critters. choose the whole series of workshops or just one. During each workshop we create a different animal, fish, reptile or insect usinga...Full Description

Play with clay and paint some ceramics in this popular workshop. Children learn how to make different types ofpots (coil and pinch), while discovering different types of clay. They also paint...Full Description

A session that deals with the interpretation of the written word into a visual image. Either poetry, a narrative, or personal thoughts can be deciphered, and recreated into an illustration, during a...Full Description

Students will experience over 275 selected images in less than one hour. A message about the importance of education and life-long learning is woven through lessons about art, children's books, and...Full Description

What a great way to prepare for the shortest day of the year - make your own decoupaged solstice lantern. Learn to create silhouettes. Dress for the mess for this one! ...Full Description

This popular and well-received workshop focuses on the most important aspect of photography, developing one's "eye." Using simple examples and entertaining exercises, we'll enrich the participants'...Full Description

From Warren, Rhode Island, the internationally acclaimed husband-wife duo, Atwater-Donnelly, presents an enthralling blend of traditional Appalachian, Celtic and original folk music sung with gorgeous...Full Description

"The Addiction Nobody Will Talk About" is a look at the state of pornography addition in today's world of the Internet. As noted therapist Tony Overbay has said, "It's not a matter of if...Full Description

Have you ever wandered through the woods and wondered who’d been there before? New England’s woods and wild places are full of stories: cannibalism in Vermont, Thoreau’s cold...Full Description

So Close to Home is a fascinating look at an American family's experience during World War II when the ship they were traveling on was torpedoed by a German submarine in the Gulf of Mexico. A surviving...Full Description

Hikes Through History is a popular library program based on the author's recent Appalachian Mountain Club book, Best Day Hikes Near Boston. The program uses maps and photos to discuss land use...Full Description

An Ecological Look at the Magic in Our Own Back Yard. Robb and his wacky cast of Characters take your readers on a wild imaginary tour of their own backyards and parks. Through Magic and Puppetry they...Full Description

A magic class based on the Harry Potter Books. The children will learn how to perform magic and they will get everything they need to perform the magic including magic wands!...Full Description

Fizz,boom,Read presented by The Greg and Axel Show will be the most talked about show this year!Your young library goers must help Secret agents Greg and his trusty dog Axel (yes a real dog)...Full Description

Greg and Axel Save Halloween from the zombie book worms and teach kids how to be safe when they go trick or treating plus we talk about books!This 40 minute program featuring magic, comedy, audience...Full Description

Greg and Axel the magic mutt will teach your library friends the importance of recycling! Axel the magic mutt wants all your young friends to help him save the environment and help save wildlife!books...Full Description

The participants will learn everything that they need to know to start using sign language with their babies right away.  Sheryl has been teaching these classes for 20 years at more than 80 libraries...Full Description

Each week Sheryl models signing with the babies for 30 minutes with props to engage them.  Handouts are provided each week with 20 new signs learned weekly.  Parents are given detailed ways...Full Description

Sign language show for babies through age 4.  Sheryl brings a bag of props and signs with stories, rhymes and play....Full Description

In this introductory class the parents will learn everything that they need to know to start massaging their babies.  Sheryl has been teaching these programs in more than 80 libraries since 1999....Full Description

The class will teach parents how to be their baby's first teacher from newborn through 12 months.  They will be guided in all areas of the babies growth and development; social, emotional,...Full Description

The class is designed to practice mindfulness with the children while modeling for the adults how to get the children to be more aware and in the present moment. Mindfulness can help children increase...Full Description

Baby Massage can help with gas, constipation, bonding, soothing, and sleep.  Sheryl will model the strokes on a doll as the parents practice the techniques on their babies.  ...Full Description

The participants will learn how to practice Mindfulness in their lives through relaxation exercises, breathing techniques and baby massage. Moms feel refreshed after some well deserved self care....Full Description

I am a balloon twister available for parties or special events. I have worked for the town of Norton doing their Founder's Day as well as the public library. I have also worked for Roche Bros. for special...Full Description

Travel across the globe with Bamidele Dancers and Drummers and experience the dances, rhythms, folklore and songs from West Africa, Brazil, and the Caribbean. This program includes audience participation,...Full Description

Ballooning (making balloon animals): This event is for all ages. I create balloon sculptures of dogs, teddy bears, crazy hats, swords, and much more. This event prices at: $45.00 for the first...Full Description

A respected musicologist once referred to The Beatles as “One of the most transforming entities of 20th century music” and claimed that they changed the course of popular music forever. Can...Full Description

NASA once approached a famous musicologist and asked, “We’re planning to launch a rocket into deep space, and want to include a sample of Music of Earth. What would you suggest we send?”...Full Description

Ludwig Van Beethoven moves me deeply, and I only speak about people and topics about which I am passionate.  Beethoven took the musical world into which he was born, mastered it, and then...Full Description

Jazz was born in the U.S., but is our gift to the world. This presentation delves into its origins, evolution, styles and milestones.  We’ll explore structure, artists, and the...Full Description

There’s an expression in the classical music world, “The Three Bs”, and it refers to Bach, Beethoven, and Brahms.  But this is a broader, modernized version of that esteemed...Full Description

She was born in the 19th Century, worked to change the 20th century and her wisdom still resonates today, in the 21st century. Blanche Ames, a 20th century activist, resided in Massachusetts and fought...Full Description

An interactive multicultural music program for children of all ages. With joyful songs and games, movement and laughter, the Beautiful Future Band guides children young and old on a lively musical...Full Description

Three twenty minute videos combine magic, ventriloquism, puppets, songs, jokes and a simple craft or magic trick using common household items in a joyful, engaging format. Bee Bee's “Noodle...Full Description

Participants bring their own puppets to this video class and learn the basics of ventriloquism. Jackie Reynolds, has taught the ABC's of ventriloquism to both school aged children in summer camps, and...Full Description

For Makers! Here are fast, fun, easy craft projects with balloons, pennies, tape, plastic cups and other common things. This combines a bit of science, and learning by doing. Download the craft instructions...Full Description

Peter Rabbit and Squirrel Nutkin fans take note: Betsy Bray, an international authority on Beatrix Potter presents a lively look at the remarkable life of this acclaimed children's author/illustrator....Full Description

Betsy a Chatham, MA resident, illustrated talk about the evolution of Cape Cod residential architecture, from traditional Cape Cod homes to mid-century modern houses built on the Outer Cape. She will...Full Description

In this illustrated talk, Betsy Bray, a retired children’s librarian, will present: “My Friend: Maurice Sendak”  Sendak was famous for writing and illustrating the book: Where...Full Description

Frank Lloyd Wright said, “a good building does not hurt the landscape but one which makes the landscape more beautiful than it was before the building was built.” He also said:...Full Description

Storytelling featuring props, puppets and audience participation. Stories range from classic and multicultural tales to my own original works! I am now featuring a Virtual Storytelling show for...Full Description

Storytelling, Music and Movement, Puppets and Interactive Play!...Full Description

Celebrating astronomy in the exuberant style of Radio WOOF, Bill Wellington leads his audience on a merry adventure in Outer Space. Using songs, stories, and fantastic images from the Hubble Space...Full Description

Radio WOOF is fast-paced, fun adventure in the world of folklore. Storyteller and folk musician (banjo, fiddle, guitar, and Irish flute) Bill Wellington presents a show filled with funny songs, stories,...Full Description

The opportunity for students and teachers to observe the combined talents of author and illustrator is very rare... until now!Author, Peter Thomas, and illustrator, John Mahomet, of the children's...Full Description

Atlanta-based African-American spiritual singer Oral Moses joins Birdsongs of the Mesozoic for an exciting and moving musical collaboration between the traditional and the experimental...Full Description

"A Life of Sorrow" is a one-man show that uses storytelling and music to bring to life the saga of an Appalachian Mountain Music Legend.  As an architect of the genre of music known today as bluegrass,...Full Description

This is a complete comedy magic and ventriloquist show. It can be tailored for any venue.Library shows a specialty. Audience participation. Bob Carroll,Guinness World Record Joke Teller, can perform...Full Description

'Love Letters From The Front' is a musical love story centered around the reading of actual letters from GI's, families and loved ones that are performed against the backdrop of the music from the war...Full Description

Join us on a bookmaking expedition to explore the territory closest to home: your own family history! Come prepared with a story to tell, or join us for word games that will spark your memory and uncover...Full Description

Map-making allows us to explore our world and our imaginations. Some maps are geograpical (a map of your bedroom, or your neighborhood); some are poetic (a map of your heart) or thought-provoking (a...Full Description

This two-session project combines a passport-travel journal and a magic fold-out map book that both fit into a folded paper wallet. Use this travel pack full of books to tell a story about a journey,...Full Description

Learn about bookmaking around the world, and the magic scroll books from Ethiopia. We will create our own scroll book with our wishes and hopes, and build a case for it, covered with magic symbols,...Full Description

Build a simple book and use it to tell a story about a journey. Write about a place you have been to, or have always wanted to visit. It can be a real place on Earth or a mysterious world that exists...Full Description

This pentangle-shaped coloring book open like a lotus flower to reveal 5 petal-shaped pages with geometric patterns or coloring-book nature designs for you to color. Or if you like to write, use your...Full Description

Explore your inner powers and multiple identities with this popular teen project. After a game to build a personal word pool, you will create new names for yourself and design power symbols to match....Full Description

In this workshop, we'll first make a series of models to learn the basic skills of pop-up engineering. Then we'll choose our favorite designs and make pop-up cards and simple books, and decorate them...Full Description

Teens and adults will enjoy making a blank journal that can be used as a sketchbook or a mixed-media artist journal. The book structure has multiple pages of drawing paperand a soft cover with...Full Description

Spend a relaxing few hours learning how to design and color freehand Mandalas. These circular designs are found in many cultures and spiritual traditions. We'll look at a variety of examples...Full Description

 In this workshop, we'll explore two creative traditions from Japan: Asian  bookbinding techniques and Haiku poems. Using both pictures and words,we'll create a side-sewn book and fill it...Full Description

Mike Dorval has Mike has been performing for, with, and around kids for the past 15 years all around the world! He was a part of three international Children's Tours. The Wizard of OZ, The Pied Piper,...Full Description

Boston Dance Collective's program offers an exciting and entertaining introduction to dance and choreography. Dances are created from falling, sports, gestures, martial arts, newspapers, and telephones....Full Description

Poetry and Dance have much in common, from rhythm and meter to metaphor. Dance Collective brings physicality and feeling to the words of many poets, such as William Carlos Willams and e.e. cummings....Full Description

Students will explore self-expression through movement. The workshops focus on the creative process of dance and choreography. The workshops and residencies can be tailored to meet the curriculum...Full Description

The children have a choice of a stencil/tattoo design. It can be applied to the face or the arms. It is done with airbrush face and body paint. It is easily removed with soap and water. ...Full Description

Glitter tattoos are very popular today. An adhesive tattoo is attached to the skin and a medical adhesive is applied, then dried, then glitter is applied. We then remove the stencil and see a beautiful...Full Description

Children will learn basic face painting skills. I will provide all that is necessary for this educational program....Full Description

Boston Jazz Voices is one of New England's premier jazz, a cappella singing groups, using eighteen voices and six-to eight-part close harmonies to produce a uniquely beautiful sound. Boston Jazz Voices...Full Description

Boston Jazz Voices is one of New England's premier jazz, a cappella singing groups, using eighteen voices and six-to eight-part close harmonies to produce a uniquely beautiful sound. Boston Jazz Voices...Full Description

Brass Connection is a professional brass quintet that performs many styles of music, including classical, ragtime, dixieland, blues, latin and swing. We can offer your audience an all-classical program,...Full Description

From the late 1920s through the end of World War II, studios like MGM, Warner Bros, 20th Century Fox, Paramount, and RKO would dominate film production, not only in America but throughout the world....Full Description

American television was all set to launch in the late 1930s, but its progress was interrupted by the start of World War II. Finally, by the end of the 1940s, NBC and CBS began broadcasting to their...Full Description

Fred Astaire was one of the twentieth century’s greatest magicians—his sorcery depended on making some of the most complex dancing ever seen on the screen seem as effortless as breathing....Full Description

Gene Kelly is one of the most engaging and influential dancers in motion picture history. He came at a time when movie dance was basically just a showcase for elegant partners in motion, but within...Full Description

Watching television used to be a fairly simple enterprise—you turned on the set, selected one of 500 channels, and enjoyed your program. Now, television is changing in front of our eyes. More...Full Description

From its start in the early 1950s, the talk show has been one of television’s most versatile and durable formats. Pioneering programs like Today, Person-to-Person, and Tonight established the...Full Description

Over the last nine decades, the Walt Disney Company has transformed every facet of the entertainment business—from the creation of feature length cartoons like Snow White, Bambi, and Pinocchio,...Full Description

Alfred Hitchcock is probably the most famous film director who ever lived. For five decades, first in England, then in Hollywood, he made fifty-four films, including classics such as The Thirty-Nine...Full Description

Voted the most inspirational movie ever made by the American Film Institute, Frank Capra’s It’s a Wonderful Life has been a beloved Christmas classic for many generations. The snowbound...Full Description

For more than seven decades, Carl Reiner and Mel Brooks made America laugh—either through their remarkable solo careers or their legendary partnership. Whether together or apart, they were giants...Full Description

A ventriloquism and music show featuring world class ventriloquism and classic musical hits from the fifties and sixties. Brian presents two different types of shows. One is a G/PG rated adult...Full Description

The morning of November 25th, 1856, Mary Chipman Lawrence set sail aboard the whaling ship Addison bound for the Pacific on a voyage that would last three and a half years. In this performance, Mary...Full Description

In 1759, Martha Dandridge Custis married the handsome and successful soldier George Washington, a decision that would lead her from the battlefields of the American Revolution to the highest echelons...Full Description

Meet the first woman to run a full presidential campaign, in 1884! Belva Lockwood, the first woman to be admitted to the Supreme Court Bar, will delight your audience with a lively campaign speech detailing...Full Description

"Victoria Yule" welcomes you into her parlor and shares her plans for the 1895 Christmas season. Learn the history of many Christmas traditions, passed down to her from "Grandmama and Grandpapa." She'll...Full Description

Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the 19th Amendment ratifications!  When Abigail Adams begged her husband to "remember the ladies" in drafting a new code of laws, John wrote back that he "could...Full Description

Charles Lindbergh's vision of coast-to-coast travel by plane and train in just 48 hours was only a dream until July 7th, 1929, when Transcontinental Air Transport's inaugural journey left New York City....Full Description

If you miss the baseball season and long for a taste of it, here's a chance to learn about the game's history.  Variations of baseball have been played for hundreds of years, including a rousing...Full Description

Discover how Hollywood evolved from a small, conservative community into a glittering movie mecca full of glamorous stars and eye-popping scandal.  See clips of the early films that launched the...Full Description

Lynn clairvoyant Moll Pitcher's predictions of an ill-fated voyage were so powerful that they could render a ship crew-less if word got out.  This 17th century sybil is said to have made predictions...Full Description

As Seen On PBS, NBC's Today Show And Annually At Boston's Symphony Hall For His "Music & Magic" Series: Matt Roberts Presents An Unforgettable, Professional Show That Will Make Your Next Family...Full Description

Learn about the exciting and varied world of pollinators! From bees to lemurs, pollinators are an important part of our ecosystems. Participants will learn about the basics of pollination, the life...Full Description

From tiny wildflowers to towering redwoods, the planet is covered in plants. This one hour seminar introduces students to the importance of plant science and potential careers in the field. We will...Full Description

With an easy going manner, Bruce charms his audience with colorful, visual magic tricks. Lots of audience participation and comedy Bruce can entertain any audience. Bruce is an expert at working...Full Description

The wizard headmaster of a magic school entertains the audience with an introductory demonstration in magic wizardry! This show takes on the "Harry Potter" theme and presents very colorful/visual magic...Full Description

An entertaining balloon art show. To music, Bruce creates unbelievable balloon creations. These are not your poodles and giraffes. He includes cartoon characters, storybook charaters and unusual fun....Full Description

World famous balloon artist Bruce Kalver will come into your library and create an art show entirely out of balloons! His dioramas have included themes such as: Outer Space, Cartoon Classics, Life in...Full Description

This multimedia presentation entertains and educates as you learn about the history of performance magic. Houdini was not the only great magician who performed. Learn about the magician that stopped...Full Description

Family entertainer Bryan Flint of Showtime Productions in Connecticut will magically motivate young people to want to read after experiencing "The Magic of Reading" program.Bryan travels all...Full Description

Bryson lang has entertained thousands around the world with his creative, high-energy, family-frendly Comedy-Juggling Act. His versatility as an entertainer has put him in hotel-casino shows, night...Full Description

This show is a collection of six multicultural folk tales brought to life with a tabletop rod puppets. The cast of animals, dressed in brightly colored stylized international clothing brings to life...Full Description

From the moment he meets her, Edward Wonderful knows Myrtle doesn't believe in magic. He knows he must prove her wrong. With a little help from Mother Nature and a contrary grasshopper, Edward's mysterious...Full Description

Meet Juan Bobo! He always tries to do the right thing, but often makes mistakes. For Juan, even the smallest task can lead to the silliest of results. But can Juan Bobo's seemingly foolish actions end...Full Description

What can a donkey, a dog, a cat, and a rooster do when they have to leave their farm? Become world famous musicians, of course! CactusHead Puppets brings to life the hilarious tale of four farm animals...Full Description

The town of Hamelin has a rat problem, and there's only one person who can help! CactusHead Puppets brings the story of The Pied Piper to life in this comedic, updated adaptation of the traditional...Full Description

Little Red Riding Hood goes off through the woods to visit her grandmother, but to make it there safely she will have to outsmart the tricky Big Bad Wolf. Join us for our sly and silly adaptation of...Full Description

Magnificent Monster Circus Come one, come all, to a circus like no other! Encounter magnificent creatures from the wilds of your imagination as their quirky human caretaker tries to teach them...Full Description

Learn how to make your own puppet with household materials! ...Full Description

Caera is a Celtic musician from the Boston area, who is very passionate about the music, languages, and history of her ancestors. She plays a clairseach, a brass-strung harp modeled after historical...Full Description

Easy traditional Irish Gaelic children's songs can be taught to adults as well as children. Lyrics and translations are available to those who can read. Some songs involve extra fun, such as accompanying...Full Description

Traditional Irish Gaelic lullablies can be taught to adults as well as children (I can also just sing and play them for a nap time event, but that would be as a performance, not a class). The songs...Full Description

This class teaches what the three modern Gaelic languages are and the languages they are descended from. Participants will learn pronunciation and a very small vocabulary. Discussion often moves according...Full Description

Calm down from the day with Yoga. We will read some stories, move our bodies, stretch, breath and reset. You will need a mat, towel or blanket. Stuffed animals and comfy clothes welcome...Full Description

Establish mindfulness wirh journaling, music, and movement. We will use yoga concepts, postures, and meditation to help with stress, improve posture, and provide connection....Full Description

We will use home or easily accessible materials to explore a scientific topic such as Chromatography, Water cycle, pH/Chemistry. Children have a chance to interact and learn via different mediums....Full Description

Play, move, dance, balance and learn with yoga. We will do yoga poses related to a theme and a book to support that theme. Kids will dance, stretch, play and relax. ...Full Description

Together we will make a sensory material, and then kids will play with the material while I read a corresponding story to the theme. Getting messy can build hand muscles for writing/pre writing, and...Full Description

Using props from home we will support our bodies for restorative yoga postures. Restorative yoga helps relieve muscle tension, allows for deep relaxation, reduces anxiety and stress, and supports better...Full Description

No studio, no problem! Use home items for a full body workout that is energizing and fun. Modifications are available for all fitness levels. Barre uses pilates, ballet and strength training components...Full Description

Strengthen and lengthen muscles using yoga and pilates movements. Class can be done with bodyweight only and a mat or using light weights or soup cans. ...Full Description

Strengthen family bonds and strengthen your muscles as you play, laugh, and stretch together. Family yoga can provide a positive family interaction in a challenging time. ...Full Description

Kickstart some healthy habits and a positive mindset with this 4 week virtual program. Each week patrons will make goals, discuss progress, learn healthy habits and add movement to our daily lives....Full Description

Cameron Zvara brings his popular Comedy Magic Show to your living room! Get ready for mind blowing magic, comedy, juggling, music, and audience participation... You don't want to miss out!...Full Description

Cameron Zvara performs in 140+ libraries across the state of Michigan each year. Cameron combines mind blowing magic, laugh out loud comedy, juggling, music, and TONS of audience participation into...Full Description

A chilling collection of propaganda short films from World War II, "World War Toons" offers a glimpse into the psychological warfare tactics employed by both Allied and Axis powers. These animated shorts,...Full Description

Timeless Tales Caravan's "best of" collection of world tales and original skits. Audiences are treated to a wide diversity of puppetry styles with beautiful staging and original music. Some stories...Full Description

A hilarious take on the ancient fable spinner's greatest hits. From a crabby crow to dancing grapes, Caravan brings Aesop's positive lessons to life with wildly creative hand made puppets, interaction...Full Description

Caravan's Halloween program focuses on the wonder and mystery of the holiday, with puppet, witches, fantastic fantasy creatures and music (not TOO scary!). "Tales Of Mystery features hand crafted puppets,...Full Description

All over the world people light up December's darkness with holiday's, festivieties and traditions. THE SEASON OF LIGHTS is a secular celebration of winter holidays around the world. Christmas,Hanukkah,...Full Description

Celebrating Irish culture with with classic tales, music and poetry. Audiences meet leprechauns, magical creature and wonderous people from irelands rich past and legends. ...Full Description

Caravan brings beloved children’s literature and characters to the puppet stage. “From Page To Stage” brings young readers (or soon to be) to the joys of reading and drama....Full Description

Join Caravan Puppets on a globe trotting journey with world tales, hand crafted puppets, beautiful staging and original music. Programs feature four stories from our huge repertoire to highlight different...Full Description

Audiences are treated to a wide diversity of puppets and puppetry styles with beautiful staging and original music. GETTING ALONG blends classic original, and world tales (four stories in a show) and...Full Description

Audiences are treated to a wide diversity of puppets and puppetry styles with beautiful staging and original music. GETTING ALONG blends classic original, and world tales (four stories in a show) and...Full Description

Join (puppet) Astonaut Alta on her epic trip to the moon! This fact filled musical fantasy comes complete with interactive music, spaceships and (some of our wildest puppets!) aliens! “Journey...Full Description

In “Jurassic Journey!”, the esteemed (puppet) Professor Diggins journeys back in time with rocking songs, creative movement and dino puppets galore!  Jurassic Journey, a fast-moving...Full Description

Featuring Professor Diggins and His Time Travelin' Band, “Jurassic to Mammoth!” tells the rollicking tale of Professor Diggins journey to the land of the dinos!  The good professor...Full Description

“Four Season Bear” is The delightful tale of the year of a young bear with memorable songs, beautiful puppets, storytelling, and movement. Audiences are treated to a beautiful hand...Full Description

Imaginations take flight with Caravan's "Our Flying Friends!" We've combed our repertoire and found a wealth of stories and puppets to celebrate flight. From the prehistoric, to the avian to the skies...Full Description

Caribbean for Kids performs particpatoryshows which include calypso, reggae, andsoca beats with steel drum, limbo dancing, and many call and response songs. Audiences of all ages will...Full Description

This participatory sing a long presentation is half in Spanish and half in English. The goal of this performance is to teach children simiple words and songs in another language. At times, the same...Full Description

Storyteller Megan Wells and I retell the Christmas chapter from Louisa May Alcott's Little Women. From Alcott’s birthday in November throughout December, the story of the March family might...Full Description

Hands on Geography workshop utilizes an oversized world map and manipulatives to enhance geographic learning. Now Voyager has designed several versions of this learning experience to satisfy educational...Full Description

  "An Evening with Eleanor Roosevelt"Join author and historian Carol Cohen for a look into the life of EleanorRoosevelt.  During this presentation, meet Eleanor Roosevelt at...Full Description

Join Eleanor Roosevelt at her home in Val Kill as she takes you on a journey throught the history of Human Rights from Ancient Times to the present.   Emphasis is on the Declaration of Human...Full Description

Meet Eleanor Roosevelt in backyard of her home called Val Kill located in Hyde Park NY. It is the summer of 1949. Eleanor has gathered together friends relatives and colleagues for a garden picnic where...Full Description

Colonial School Days : Living History Program - Prudence Gray – owner of a dame school in Colonial America  ( 1700's Virgina ) invites students  into her home for lessons and...Full Description

BEGIN WITH A Box Creative teaching and learning during quarantine!Join educator, historian and author Carol Cohen as she shares her unique approach to hands-on learning through her favorite tool...Full Description

Carol Weis is the author of the picture book, WHEN THE COWS GOT LOOSE, which was given a starred review by Kirkus, and was illustrated by the best-selling artist, Ard Hoyt. In...Full Description

Carol Weis is the author of the picture book, WHEN THE COWS GOT LOOSE, which was given a starred review by Kirkus, and was illustrated by best-selling artist, Ard Hoyt. In this...Full Description

Carol Weis is the author of the picture book, WHEN THE COWS GOT LOOSE, as well as a collection of poetry for adults. In this program, Carol explores the feelings of children...Full Description

Carol Weis is the author of the picture book, WHEN THE COWS GOT LOOSE, which was given a starred review by Kirkus, and was illustrated by the best-selling artist, Ard Hoyt. Dressed in her Cow-lady...Full Description

The Science of Sound LIVE STREAMING from   STUDIO STEAM-ARAMA THE SCIENCE of SOUND is a LIVE STREAMING Multi-Media Interactive S.T.E.A.M. Extravaganza!! Sound is transformed through...Full Description

Casey Abrams is a songwriter and acoustic jazz/folk guitarist with two albums receiving international sales and airplay. He performs his songs, as well as works by traditional american writers (from...Full Description

Casey Carle, soap bubble consultant to Cirque du Soleil, presents "BubbleMania!" a fusion of clean humor, big-band swing music and "the untamed, often unbelievable qualities and beauty of spherical liquids....Full Description

Bubble Master Teaches The Basics of Controlled Bubble Art.  Gather a bunch of bubble enthusiasts and enjoy a live, liquid lesson with internationally recognized, award-winning bubble master Casey...Full Description

A virtual-only presentation featuring Casey Carle, professional comic bubble-ologist. Wash your hands to stay healthy! Good idea...but Why and How does soap work?? In "Bubble-Mania: The...Full Description

Castle Nitor creates immersive historical experiences for people to enjoy. We are offering a taste of what we do for your patrons! We will set up a historical setup (tent, tables, and chairs) and teach...Full Description

Castle Nitor creates immersive historical experiences for people to enjoy. We offer a variety of craft classes. Many of the arts cover a range of periods. Basic crafts can be done in 1-2 hours; in-depth...Full Description

Dynamic presentation/workshop for up to 20 people. Each participant gets a journal to work on and take home. The program runs 2 hours and is a presentation for half the time and hands-on time working...Full Description

Ever wonder what a pumpkin pasty tastes like? Find out in our Magical Food program!  We'll demonstrate how to make pasties-both sweet and savory and attendees will have a chance to taste them. ...Full Description

We help children learn science! Catch the Science Bug has been offering entertaining and educational science programs to schools and libraries since 2000. 25 different science programs are offered...Full Description

Marionette show running approx. 35 minutes followed by questions and answers or meet and greet the puppets depending on the size of the group. Puppet show is an adaptation of Jack and the Beanstalk,...Full Description

25-35 minute puppet show followed by meet and greet the puppets. This Marrionette show is about a lonely princess who teaches a naughty bird the true meaning of friendship and the value of honesty....Full Description

Adventure under the sea with a marionette show bringing you pirates, a mermaid and all kinds of sea creatures. Choose one of two versions of this show. 1)An old fashioned "fairy tale" version with an...Full Description

See the unicorn in this enchanting Marionette show about dreams and imagination. A princess loves to read books and look at the clouds but her uncle wants her to do her chores. What happens when a...Full Description

Mummy, Daddy and Baby dragon live happily in the forest till naughty Goldilocks arrives to cause a commotion. Enjoy an original take on the Goldilocks story. Show uses marionettes, singing and audience...Full Description

Not your grey haired "Mother Goose" but her younger "Aunty" with her own Goose and other hand puppets to tell stories. In full costume Charlotte Dore is "Aunty Goose", using hand puppets, pictures a...Full Description

When Rosalita ( a marionettte)drinks a bottle of something strange she shrinks to become the same size as the bugs in her garden. She meets Mr Bob the Catepillar, Queen Ant, Mummy ladybug, the big spider...Full Description

Marionette puppet show adapting the traditional tale of Rumplestiltskin. In this show a poor girl plays on her drum. The music delights her mother so much that the mother says the music is like gold....Full Description

King Leopold protects the fabulous creatures of the forest from the imp and his two knights Hanz and Franz. The imp and the knights want to take over and cut down the trees. Who will save the day? Will...Full Description

Two seafaring brothers (pirate marionettes, I might add) are washed up on a treasure island unaware that the other has survived. Will they find the treasure and will they find each other? And what will...Full Description

A marionette show re-telling the story of Purim. Appropriate for families....Full Description

Rudolph the red nosed dragon is teased by all the other dragons. When Santa's reindeer fall sick, it is Rudolph who pulls the sleigh and saves the holidays. For a non-denominational version (without...Full Description

This delightful marionette show tells the story of Grandma's dinner party. During the Holidays everyone is invited to grandmothers house for a wonderful meal. However when some of the guests are sent...Full Description

Marionette show with audience participation and songs. In this story Rosalita discovers a new planet in her telescope. She then travels on an adventure into space to find it. Enjoy watching Rosalita...Full Description

Four short marionette stories presenting Aesops fables. : " The Fox and the Crow", "The Fisherman and his catch", "The Town mouse and the Country mouse", " The Donkey and the Lap dog" can also replace...Full Description

An original musical performed by three singer/actors. Puppetry by Charlotte Dore of Rosalita's puppets help tell the story. Also includes live singing in harmony. Three sisters go on an adventure to...Full Description

Rosalita visits Egypt and ends up on an adventure into the pyramids where she meets a mummy and Anubis. Great marionette show adventure...Full Description

Professional actor , storyteller, puppeteer and audio book narrator can visit your library and tell a selection of stories many completely original. Some traditional. She has selections of short stories...Full Description

Proffesional actor and storyteller, puppeteer and audio book narrator presents 3 chilling ghost stories in full Victorian gothic costume using real antique props and handmade dolls, objects and mementos....Full Description

Using marionettes Rosalita's Puppets presents the story of Little Red Riding Hood. The show includes Grandma, the Wolf the huntsman. The dialogue is spoken live and there are songs and audience participation......Full Description

Great marionette show for October. In the Haunted wood all must do good. As the cauldron boils to make soup the princess is challenged by the three sisters who need her help. Will the princess break...Full Description

Family show. Godmother glitter hosts her enchanted castle filled with 3 short puppet shows . The stories include a dragon, a wizard, a Unicorn, a fairy, a princess This show has been recently re crafted...Full Description

Marionette show ideal for a family audience. Queen Emerald decides to have an Olympics for all the fairy tale creatures of the kingdom. As they compete the Queens freind Simon, learns about what it...Full Description

Educational, imaginative, character-building and interactive concerts, with themes on Inclusion, diversity celebration, self-esteem, kindness, empathy, friendship, love, and concrete ways to...Full Description

Interactive, positive messages for self-esteem, music, movement, storytelling, puppets and imagination. Fun, joy, expert pacing,. 40 years of experience as a music movemetn and imagination educator,...Full Description

Joyful interactive singing, stories, clapping games, finger plays, bounces, tickle chants, listening skills, dancing, musical concepts within songs, puppets, stuffed animals, peek a boo's, instruments,...Full Description

We call it "all-rock" - we're a family of seven and we play big, fun, electronic rock. Our focus is on emotional health, singing songs that will make both parents and the kiddos think, and hopefully...Full Description

Chibi Kodama is the Cullimore family, a family of 7 who typically plays big, loud, fun electronic rock that we call "all-rock." It's rock for all ages, but just a bit off of the beaten path.  We...Full Description

Toddler Town™ (STREAM for Toddlers) Set up as a town, Toddler Town™ toddlers and their guardians will navigate through each station to learn and experience...Full Description

Virtual Program: Wonderful Weekend Family Fall Activity!!! Create a “2020-Time...Full Description

Join us for a trip around the world as we investigate animal science through popular folktales and legends! In this entirely virtual program, participants travel from East Africa to Brazil and beyond...Full Description

Arithmetickles is a highly interactive program that combines storytelling, mime and games with the everyday application of basic math concept. On stage participation allows selected audience members...Full Description

I will play familiar and fun songs for kids to sing and dance to. Mom and dad might even join in to the limbo, loco-motion, the twist and more. Holiday music is especially fun for shows at Christmas,...Full Description

Do you or someone you love struggle with anxiety? For many of us, anxiety is an emotion we deal with on a regular basis.  Come join  certified life coach, Chris Rich, to learn what causes...Full Description

We start the year off with new year's resolutions and have plans to make all sorts of changes to become our best selves.  As the month progresses, a lot of times we have given up on our goals and...Full Description

What if we are wrong about what happiness is and how we can get more of it? We are all in the pursuit of happiness.  We often spend so much time looking for it, we miss out on the happiness right...Full Description

The 2023 Summer Theme is "Find Your Voice".  In this presentation patrons will learn the importance of they way we talk to ourselves.  Our inner voice has a significant impact on all of our...Full Description

Come gather around with Christopher 'Kavi' Carbone,the musical storyteller of lightness and warmth! Participate in songs and stories to help you find your inner smile and bring it bubbling...Full Description

'Come gather around with Christopher 'Kavi' Carbone,Musical Troubadour of light and warmth! Participate in music and movement geared towards the Whole Familyas we "Catch the Beat" and...Full Description

Come celebrate the joys of Yoga!Program offered in two formats:For large audience: songs and experiences about Yoga: breathing, moving, taking care of ourselves and others.For smaller...Full Description

We come together with Stories and Songs and Imagination exercises, to celebrate the Creative spirit within each one of us, as individuals, as families, and as community. Using our Minds and...Full Description

'Come gather around with Christopher 'Kavi' Carbone, Musical Troubadour of light and warmth! Participate in Music, Movement, Interactive Storytelling, Fun Songs, Rhythms, & More - geared towards the...Full Description

Through a dynamic blend of Interactive Storytelling and Music and Song, we'll explore the Wild Kingdom of Animals together! Come gather around with Christopher 'Kavi' Carbone, the musical storyteller...Full Description

Honoring the Earth and Each Other: with Stories and Songs from around the globe we celebrate the Earth and all the natural world. Excellent for ecological themes and for encouraging respect and care...Full Description

All cultures tell stories about animals, often with human voices and feelings that everyone can relate to. This entertaining program of folktales from Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas encourages...Full Description

Children have a strong sense of fairness and justice. These multicultural stories present characters in predicaments and pose questions about making choices about how one should act.  There...Full Description

Some people are inherently generous, others need to be shown the way to opening their hearts to others. These stories from many lands lift us up with examples of communities coming together and generosity...Full Description

Invite the One-Man Circus in-a-Suitcase to your library and give everyone an opportunity to participate in an enthralling, whimsical celebration of the imagination. This show has been performed over...Full Description

CircusYoga is an invitation into a co-authored practice of discovery. Artfully designed to engage all ages, CircusYoga blends the consciousness of yoga with the communal celebration of circus. CircusYoga...Full Description

"The History and the Adventures of Tom Thumb" is a lively comedy where the audience takes a bow. 22 adults and children from the audience will play various parts in the show including fairy queens...Full Description

"Folk Tales East & West" is a 40 minute show that dramatizes three traditional tales from European, Chinese and Native American cultures. All three of the tales ("The Tale of the Three Little Pigs",...Full Description

"Folktales North & South" is fully participatory play composed of three traditional tales from three different cultures. The tales are:"The Little Red Hen & Chicken Little" from the British...Full Description

Award winning guitarist Francesco Barone has performed throughout the United States as a soloist and chamber musician. He has been presented at guitar festivals and societies in New England including...Full Description

Learn about our collective New England history in this entertaining and educational folksong presentation. Stories of the Lowell Mill Girls, Maine Lumberman, Nantucket Whalerman, Gloucester Sailor are...Full Description

I spent my summers as a kid living on my grandparents dairy farm in rural Nova Scotia. During this program I share stories and songs about life on the farm. The humorous and participatory songs...Full Description

Older Adults are among the fastest growing group of cannabis consumers. This  makes sense, as many seniors have serious health concerns for which cannabis can be useful. Despite the benefit seniors...Full Description

Ten award-winning short films from four continents explore our complicated feelings about climate change and the possibility of our inspired response to it. Rhode Island...Full Description

With concerns about climate change increasing by the day, cacao producers around the world are working to ensure their farms survive the changing growing seasons. Likewise, small batch chocolate makers...Full Description

Most Boston visitors and students of American history know the story of the Boston Tea Party. But did you know that when the colonists stopped drinking tea due to taxation they instead turned to drinking...Full Description

We’ll answer questions like what chemicals in the brain are released when we eat chocolate that makes us feel so good? Does chocolate really have caffeine in it? What is cocoa butter, and why...Full Description

Fascinating Rhythms" stage performance. Using his drumming, dance and cultural anthropology training, a wealth of African, Afro-Cuban and Brazilian percussion, award-winning teaching artist Cornell...Full Description

Perhaps women need to be reminded of how far we’ve come in order to see how far we still can go. Discover what life was really like for New England's colonial women - because we've always been...Full Description

The Not-So-Good Old Days is a hands-on history program for kids. As a teacher, I know that students are more engaged and focused when they're working on hands-on projects. What could be more hands-on...Full Description

West Indian and American Music Music Pepper Pot : An educational, cultural and entertaining program that is interactive, with group participation. The audience is always invited to sing, dance, ask...Full Description

This program explores how Delta and Piedmont blues informed the poetry of Langston Hughes. It also talks about poetic devices and their use in blues music, as well as dabbling in songwriting if the...Full Description

Riding the waves of a spacious backbeat, Robin O'Herin and Stefanie Weber are two women who've paid their dues. O'Herin's pounding Delta beat is the motor that drives this rhythmic conversation...Full Description

2013 Boston Blues Finalist Robin O'Herin specializes in historically rich, often interactive concerts that include original and traditional American music, for small listening rooms, libraries, festivals,...Full Description

Learn the basics of songwriting. This is a workshop open to all ages and abilities. We will talk about songwriting, write songs, and perform them at a concert for family and friends....Full Description

Blues for kids of all ages. Come explore the rhythmic roots of blues music in an interactive event that follows blues music from its African inception through the '20s and '30s ....Full Description

The Melting Pot of American Music with Marylou Ferrante and Robin OHerin This musical and interactive program explores early American instruments, songs and songwriters: where they come...Full Description

Cool Banana Wig children’s band offers LIVE concerts where kids are invited to join the band by playing a variety of unique homemadeinstruments built by the band! Cool Banana Wig supports...Full Description

"I wonder where that came from?" Ever wonder where those everyday items came from, superstitions, fairytales, songs, customs, expressions and more. Fun facts are explored using humour, music and storytelling....Full Description

A relaxing hour of tradional, contemporary and original jazz. Sit back and let us take you on a musical journey from 1920's to the future of music is explored....Full Description

Interactive program designed to lead children through the fundamentals of making a song and music together. A song will actually be composed by the audience using a variety of hand instruments to include:...Full Description

Participants will explore fundamentals of music theory, instrument tuning, basic chords and writing and playing songs. Fun and informative, learn to play that guitar you've put away. On completing...Full Description

Participants with some knowledge of guitar playing will expand their horizons. They will explore different musical scales, patterns, techniques, playing styles, more advanced chords. Playing songs as...Full Description

This workshop will cover chord scales, more advanced note scales, modern hammering techniques, group improvisation will be explored. Various styles including jazz, rock, country, blues and more....Full Description

Tour the world of beats and music with Cosmic Moxa. Using an array of ethnic instruments i.e. Jambe (african drums), Native american drum, Latin American Conga drum, rain shoot, Russian Balalaka, wooden...Full Description

Legend of the Loch-Ness, Big foot, and other wild legends are explored with humor, song, and music. ...Full Description

Engaging storyteller Nancy Valois, weaves her magic telling stories from her upcoming book "The Legend of the Christmas Pickle and other tales" "Hella's Christmas Tree Surprise" "Mr. Mean and His Potato...Full Description

Take a trip around the world exploring WILD WORLD BEATS, African, Asian, Spanish and more are played. Audience participation using a variety of ethnic instruments. First part of program we describe...Full Description

Storyteller Nancy Valois weaves magical legends from around the world, the legend of the pickle (Germany) the legend of the spider (Finland) the legend of the Rose (Mexico) and more. A beautiful hour...Full Description

Performance storyteller Nancy Valois weaves her stories and draws the audience in so completely that you'll find yourself saying, more more. Stories are told in dramatic form without using book to the...Full Description

Storyteller Nancy Valois weaves her magic and takes you on wild adventures through outer space. Tales of other worlds, fantastic creatures, and even some legends of our own universe, planets etc. Accompanied...Full Description

Myths and legends of outer space and our solar system. Marvelous tales that have you on the edge of your seat, laughing until you cry, and learning more than you thought you would. Storyteller Nancy...Full Description

Storyteller Nancy Valois weaves her magic once again telling the tale from Finland of "The legend of the Christmas Spider" accompanied by John Salonen on guitar and keyboards a magical hour is assured....Full Description

Going GREEN what does it mean? Engaging storyteller Nancy Valois reveals the origins of everyday items, and along with musician John Salonen sings and tells amusing tales, and then the fun really begins...Full Description

Discover tales from Native Americans, how constellations were named, myths of forest creatures, how thunder came to be, culture, legends, clothing, shelter and more, plus we'll make an authentic native...Full Description

Crabgrass Puppet Theatre presents Anansi Spiderman of Africa.This clever performance is a side-splitting selection of famous folktales from Africa, starring Anansi the Spider, whose appetite always...Full Description

Crabgrass Puppet Theatre presents a lighthearted adaptation of Dickens' famous tale, starring Mr. Punch as Scrooge. Beautifully crafted puppets tell the tale of the man who hated Christmas and put...Full Description

Crabgrass Puppet Theatre presents a delightful Mexican folktale in which creative problem-solving is the key ingredient that helps a poor couple outwit a gang of bullies. A poor woodcutter and his wife...Full Description

Crabgrass Puppet Theatre's hilarious retelling of the tallest tales is full of fun and loaded with laughs. Sent to the market to sell his old cow, Jack returns home with a measly handful of beans....Full Description

Crabgrass Puppet Theatre invites you to thrill to the adventures of "Fearless Flying Hotdogs!" Dance with the "Funky Snowman!" Watch as "The Goblin" overcomes his fear and makes friends with the terrifying...Full Description

Can a tortoise win a tug of war with a mighty elephant? Can a mouse help an enormous lion? Can a jackal outwit a terrifying tiger twice his size? With beautiful puppets and their signature hilarious...Full Description

A swashbuckling pirate and princess adventure!A pirate's life isn't all "yo-ho-ho and a bottle of grog," ya know. But it's worth it when ya haul in that treasure chest . . . but the treasure...Full Description

African Adventure Tales!Two funny folktales from Africa come to life with stunning puppetry, spectacular scenery, and infectious music. In "Koi and the Kola Nuts," the young son of a chief sets...Full Description

Get kids thinking, inventing, and creating this summer with a workshop that lets them design and build their own robot! Participants will learn what robots are and the engineering basics needed to bring...Full Description

Learn about clean energy resources, electrical circuits, engineering, and coding and make projects to take home! Workshops teach real STEAM concepts use crafts materials and simple electronics. Ages...Full Description

Join STEAM and homeschooling expert Kathy Ceceri (kathyceceri.com) for hands-on Maker workshops for kids and teens! I offer virtual at-home or group workshops,...Full Description

Experience a hands on workshop to learn how to take stunning photos with any cell phone, tablet or device with a camera. Craig Norton has been a photographer for over 30 years and he's been teaching...Full Description

New Traditions for Thanksgiving: Slide Presentation, Cooking demonstration and tasting Learn the art of creating a Thanksgiving menu that is easy, artistic, and delicious. Liz will talk you through...Full Description

Edible landscaping is the newest gardening trend that answers the old question of how to utilize your limited garden space so it can be productive and beautiful at the same time. Chef and gardener...Full Description

Chef Liz Barbour of The Creative Feast will show students how to shake, stir, and swizzle their way to creating two seasonally inspired cocktails. You'll learn how to incorporate herbs, spices, and...Full Description

Start your day right with a variety of low-carb breakfast ideas. Liz will share recipes and tips that will help you keep on track with your low-carb lifestyle.Chef/Cooking Instructor Liz Barbour...Full Description

Chef Liz Barbour of The Creative Feast is going to turn your waffle world upside down. What's a chaffle? Chaffles are low-carb waffles that can be used in so many ways. They can be turned into sandwiches,...Full Description

The instant pot craze is here, are you onboard? Whether yours is tucked away in a cupboard or still in the box, it’s time to take out your electric pressure cooker and put it to use. Join Chef...Full Description

Cooking an entire meal on a single sheet pan is the latest cooking trend. Spreading your ingredients out on a large pan is simple and gives your meal a crispy, colorful, and intensely flavorful result....Full Description

A warm bowl of soup is like a comforting hug. Its even better when you know how to make it yourself. During class Liz will demonstrate two seasonal soup recipes you can have on the dinner table in minutes....Full Description

This artisan bread recipe and method is truly the easiest bread you will ever bake-even if you have never baked bread before! This class will focus on the "Master Recipe" from the best-selling cookbook...Full Description

A delicious pie is one crust and one filling away. In this class Liz Barbour of The Creative Feast will demonstrate her favorite pie dough recipe and prepare a a beautiful and delicious pie you will...Full Description

Chocolate is not just dessert; it’s everything you need! Join chef Liz Barbour of The Creative Feast for this delicious class. Enjoy a cooking demonstration of two delicious chocolate dessert...Full Description

This no-knead 5-minute artisan bread is truly the easiest bread you will ever bake-even if you have never baked bread before! This class will focus on the "Master Recipe" from the best selling cookbook...Full Description

Cocktails & Mocktails Secrets to the Perfect Summer Drinks UnlockedLiz will unlock the secrets to creating inspired flavors for summer drinks with a demonstration of seasonal syrups, herbal...Full Description

Cocktails & Mocktails Secrets to the Perfect Summer Drinks UnlockedLiz will unlock the secrets to creating inspired flavors for summer drinks with a demonstration of seasonal syrups, herbal...Full Description

The Intermittent Fasting (or Time Restricted Eating) lifestyle is less about what you eat and more about when you eat. It is known as the health plan with the side benefit of weight loss. Chef Liz Barbour...Full Description

This wonderful program introduces a number of strange rain forest creatures while we read the book "If I Ran the Rain Forest." This Cat in the Hat Learning Library book takes a whimsical romp through...Full Description

Enjoy an entertaining, informative and interactive live animal program provided by experienced wildlife educators! Birthday parties, schools, libraries, senior centers, scout troop meetings, and summer...Full Description

With colorful, dazzling costumes and a wealth of cultural and historical information the dances are inspired by the rich music and dance traditions of the Middle East. Programs are for all ages, are...Full Description

Middle Eastern belly dance is fun and good exercise! A brief performance will be followed by a dance class introduction to the art of Middle Eastern dance, including warm-up and an easy to follow routine....Full Description

Illustrated lecture/concert of the life and work of sailor, sea chantey collector, and social worker Joanna (Nan) Carver Colcord (1882-1960) of Searsport, Maine. Born at sea and raised on sailing ships,...Full Description

Wes-hael! Be hale and hearty in good company. Complement your family traditions to drive the cold winter away and hail the returning light. This festive workshop is rich with midwinter customs for wassailing...Full Description

Do you love the old songs of the Auld Sod? Want to sing along on rousing choruses, close your eyes and listen to the sweet airs of traditional ballads, and raise a pint to the luck of the Irish? You've...Full Description

Traditional chanteys and original ballads in the maritime tradition from Lynn's home port of Boston. Enjoy true tales in song of the first Maypole in North America, the Boston Tea Party, our nation's...Full Description

The year is 1008. Stand on the Viking knarr with Gudrid and her son Snorri as she looks back at VInland and the New World. Feel the wind snap her cloak pin. Seek through the grass for her spindle whorl....Full Description

A CELEBRATION OF APPLES Balance on a ladder and bite into a crisp Macoun or Macintosh. Peel and slice Cortlands or Jonathans into a fresh-baked pie. Quaff a pint of cider fresh from the press or aged...Full Description

The crosscurrents of the Gulf Stream and the Labrador Current create some of the richest fishing grounds in the world. The Gulf of Saint Lawrence is the gateway to the interior of North America, and...Full Description

Make story hour even more magical by inviting princesses to tell their stories, and lead a sing-a-long with all of the most popular songs from their movies. Watch the magic happen as families sing and...Full Description

Live, Interactive, Educational programs for the young and old. We bring a collection of exotic and unusual creatures to you to touch, hold and learn about their habitats and behaviors....Full Description

Run Along! is a musical movement show designed for children and their caregivers aged 4-8.  During the program, the audience and I set a goal to take 5,000 steps (projected from a pedometer)...Full Description

I have been sword fighting professionally for 6 years as an instructor, entertainer, and educator and I love bringing the excitement of historical and fantasy combat to adults and children through real...Full Description

An interactive lighsaber training session!Using safe-for-contact foam weapons, participants learn lightsaber combat by exploring historical swordsmanship techniques and the potential physics...Full Description

A variety of costumed living characters to fit historical and fictional themes are available; Characters from literature, Pirates, Knights, Vikings, Jedi, etc. Available for a wide varieties...Full Description

Swordsmanship training and duels using safe-for-contact foam swords. This event can be tailored to any age group, however only a single age group should participate. Costuming and theme can be adapted...Full Description

"The sport of Fencing is comprised of three disciplines: the foil, the épée, and the sabre; One of the first sports to be played in the Olympics, fencing is based on the traditional skills...Full Description

A unique presentation that combines historical swordsmanship with physics: A discussion of Newton's 3 Laws of Motion, Levers, Gravity, Friction, Potential and Kinetic energy, human physiology,...Full Description

a. In this popular presentation, Dan gives an overview of jazz history and the major jazz styles. b. (If desired, Dan performs solo or with ensemble to illustrate the lecture.)...Full Description

a. There have been many great musicians in jazz. Every so often, jazz artists come along that change the direction of the music and set the standards for others to come. In this well-received presentation,...Full Description

This exciting presentation serves as a great introduction to listening to jazz. In this lecture, Dan shares recordings from various periods/jazz styles and discusses the following: a. Why certain...Full Description

Jazz isn't just music, it's a lifestyle! It has its own slang, for example. 'Cats' use phrases like 'the eagle has flown"--phrases the average person doesn't understand. The jazz arena has its own...Full Description

Jazz encompasses many different styles-a feature that has allowed jazz musicians great flexibility and has helped jazz music to endure. a. In this well-loved presentation, Dan discusses the development...Full Description

Dan and vocalist Robin Ellis maintain an outstanding, well-respected duo called "dos FAULK." The duo uses midi/computer sounds as well as having Dan perform on sax, keyboards, midi wind horn, and Robin...Full Description

This very popular group wowed the audience in performance at a recent concert in the JPMorgan Chase Summer Series. The funky jazz trio has the following instrumentation: sax, organ (keyboard), and...Full Description

This is the renowned straight-ahead quartet featured on Dan's Songbook CD. Songbook has received rave reviews from Japan's Swing Journal, the UK's JazzReview, the US' All About Jazz, and just recently...Full Description

A high-energy exciting ensemble (vocals, sax, keyboard, drums) specializing in funk, fusion, and R&B. The group has performed to great acclaim at the Randolph Township's Music Series (August 2004)...Full Description

Hear a dazzling and heartfelt Solo Piano concert. Dan Kennedy is an award-winning composer, pianist and recording artist whose music has been lauded across the country for its style...Full Description

Virtual Kids ShowsDance Parties,  Sing-alongs,  Scavenger Hunts,  Early Education,  Interactive Fun Kids...Full Description

Author Daniel A. Gagnon discusses his acclaimed biography, A Salem Witch: The Trial, Execution, and Exoneration of Rebecca Nurse.  The 1692 Salem Witch Trials is a fascinating event...Full Description

Forlano Does A Back-roll As he’s waiting for the cat, moving an inordinate pile of books, dying of thirst, or attempting a backward tumbling roll, his desire for comfort...Full Description

With keyboard, felt board, finger puppets, and other engaging visual props, Dara weaves songs (old and new favorites), finger plays, rhythmic activities, creative movement, and simple instrument playing,...Full Description

David Costello is the author and illustrator of Here They Come, a story about two young monsters at their first Halloween party. School Library Journal declared, 'readers will be grabbed, teased and...Full Description

Centered around David's book I CAN HELP, a combination of reading, drawing, music, and puppetry expand on the theme of a community formed by the spirit of helpfulness....Full Description

One of the messages of LITTLE PIG JOINS THE BAND is that everyone has something to contribute to a group endeavor - especially when the endeavor is making music. In this mostly-musical program, David...Full Description

People often ask an author, "Where do you get your ideas?" For David Hyde Costello, it often starts with a sketch. In this program, it starts with a scribble. Audience members provide ideas for how...Full Description

Award winning composer, David Polansky presents a fabulous rainbow of original song styles (funny and serious) explaining how he creates each work. David improvises songs on the spot. Song subjects...Full Description

The very educational program features award winning original songs aboutanimals from all over the world. I'll introduce each song with some information about the country where the animal lives. Camel:...Full Description

This concert gets the entire audience singing. I've written award winning songs for Christmas, Hannukah, and Kwanzaa and, as a result of being a musician for so many years, my repertoire of standards...Full Description

...songs to steal your heart away; favorites that take you back a hundred years or more. Many are singalongs that have become part of the great American Songbook. A couple are hysterically...Full Description

David's Jewish/Yiddish repertoire is expansive and features songsin Yiddish, Hebrew, and Ladino. Some of it comes from Eastern Europe.Some of it comes from Yiddish Theater of the early...Full Description

Music for young and old alike.......Music that makes it impossible for one to sit still.......Music whose chestnuts endure as classics....Music that makes you smile....bigtime. All of these phrases...Full Description

MUSIC THROUGH THE DECADES Recently the Norman Rockwell Museum commissioned David Polansky to develop MUSIC THROUGH THE...Full Description

This is a real trip down memory lane. Many of the most beloved songs from early “talkies” to today’s big screen. (Smile, Singin' in the Rain, An Affair to Remember, Somewhere Over...Full Description

In "Poetry in Motion," now in its 17th year with Young Audiences, David Zucker brings to vivid life the best of English language poetic literature. This participatory program recreates the fine tradition...Full Description

David Zucker-1996 National Young Audiences' Artist of the Year-and award winning actor, Richard McElvain, blow the dust off centuries of stories from ancient Greece, bringing the power, majesty and...Full Description

Participatory stories and songs from around the world presented by two Parents' Choice award winning performers with over 50 years of combined performing experience. Roger plays guitar, banjo, mandolin,...Full Description

Earth Rhythms is an exciting music and storytelling program that celebrates and teaches environmental awareness and responsibility. Lively songs, interesting facts and humor combine with audience participation...Full Description

Participatory stories and songs celebrating the season and adaptable to a wide variety of age groups. Can focus on Halloween, Thanksgiving, the Winter Holidays of the Solstice Season, Spring or Summer....Full Description

Participatory stories and songs from around the world presented by a Parents' Choice award winning storyteller. Instruments played include limberjack and spoons. Adaptable to a wide variety of ages,...Full Description

Earth Rhythms is an exciting music and storytelling program that celebrates and teaches environmental awareness and responsibility. Lively songs, interesting facts and humor combine with audience participation...Full Description

Participatory stories and songs celebrating the season and adaptable to a wide variety of age groups. Can focus on Halloween, Thanksgiving, the Winter Holidays of the Solstice Season, Spring or Summer....Full Description

Celebrating families, the imagination and the 2020 Summer Reading Program, the performance involve's the audience, through song & story, in a variety of cultural traditions.  Hear how stars...Full Description

Traditional folklore, ghost stories, seasonal songs and tales of the supernatural.  Celebrating Halloween and the harvest season.  Lots of sing-alongs, spoon playing and other traditional...Full Description

Get kids and families laughing and excited about reading. Humorous poetry, music, laughter and fun abound in this magical session for families. There's a parent-kid contest, a family project, and more...Full Description

Learning language arts through HUMOR and music. Gets the right brain to help in traditionally left-brained subject areas. See www.IncredibleAssemblies.com for details on these incredible programs. A...Full Description

Award-winning children's author and poet Jeff Nathan provides unique ADHD insight, delving into why the inattentive mind wanders (and to where). He shares specific ideas to help ADHD (and non-ADHD)...Full Description

The Dazzle Dogs are a unique, fun and exciting group of doggies, consisting of three clown like Pembroke Welsh Corgis, Winston, Checkers, and Charm,a silly but beautiful Australian Shepherd,...Full Description

From the moment the Debbie launches into her first song, “I’m Glad You’re Here,” the children understand their role: to participate, sing, dance, jump and interact with Debbie...Full Description

I share my writing journey as I created my debut mystery 'The Uninvited Guest'. From initials idea through character creation, plot contrivance, writing groups, and publishing, I share amusing anecdotes...Full Description

Longtime professional puppeteer and artist Deborah Costine of Gerwick Puppets has her own unique and engaging style of puppetry especially for the young child. Each story has integrity and fun drawing...Full Description

In this new version of the classic story, Cinderella is a fairy who lives with her stepmother and stepsister in an enormous old Oak Tree. The King of all woodland fairies wants his son to marry a fairy...Full Description

In this original story by Award Winning puppeteer/artist Deborah Costine, one meets "The Twig Family": "Leaf", "Fern" and their daughter "Mossy" who live in an Oak Tree in Harmony with nature. Also...Full Description

This original story by Deborah Costine is about a wetland habitat and some of the animals that live there. It includes the Blandings Turtle, the North American Beaver and a Blue Spotted Salamander....Full Description

How Specific Foods May Be Causing Your Weight Loss Resistance & Low Energy Do you try to eat healthy but can't seem to lose weight and keep it off? Always tired? Certain...Full Description

Lizzie Borden was accused of the vicious ax murders of her father and stepmother. Did she do it? The audience must decide. The actors portray characters from the Borden trial. The audience hears the...Full Description

"A Christmas Carol" by Charles Dickens enacted complete with period costumes, by a narrator and two professional actors. With the help of 3 ghosts, Ebenezer Scrooge transforms himself from miser to...Full Description

Meet Julia Child! - the beloved French Chef.  A live performance featuring Lynne Moulton as Julia Child doing what she did best. Learn more about Julia's life – from her privileged...Full Description

Charles Dickens wrote some of the funniest, most imaginative characters in literature. Three actors take on the roles of Scrooge & Marley, Mr. & Mrs. Mikawber, Miss Havisham and several more...Full Description

"Louisa’s Girls" features an artistic interpretation on Louisa May Alcott’s beloved story, "Little Women".  This live, one-woman, multi-character “edutainment” production...Full Description

Denise is a singer/songwriter/guitarist and entertainer. She will play the guitar and sing along with wonderful background accompanyments. Music will include, but is not limited to Traditional favorites,...Full Description

Catchy, original melodies and stories that incorporate movement. Easy to sing choruses. Songs range from very humorous and fun to how to deal with issues of feeling different....Full Description

Songs about the old west. Some original, some as hold as them thar hills. Easy to sing along with....Full Description

Our shows consist of magic, comedy, live animals, audience participation and fun for all ages. We can tailor our show to meet any needs or budget from a magician alone for 30 minutes to a magician and...Full Description

Using storytelling, ventrilloquism and magic, the following story unfolds:Seymour is a homeless dragon looking for food and shelter when he comes to a library late at night.He enters the...Full Description

Through storytelling, ventrilloquism and magic, the following stories unfold:Vinny the vulture becomes too careless with his friends. He is held accountable for the problems he causes by being...Full Description

An exceptional adventure of three children on a journey to a distant planet....Full Description

A magician's magic brings forth three wishes....Full Description

Professional circus performers and teaching artists Marci & Marisa Diamond (Diamond Family Circus) will demonstrate fun circus arts skills like juggling and balancing, and show you what you...Full Description

In "Tea with Mrs. Dickens",  Catherine Hogarth Dickens welcomes you into the Dickens Family Home at Tavistock in December 1852. During your visit, Mrs. Dickens shares stories, from her early life...Full Description

An interactive storytelling time - the children will become involved in a variety of stories from around the world - an exciting time for all as the storyteller uses puppets, props and songs....Full Description

See the world of BUGS in a whole new way with Diane’s fun-filled stories. In her original tale, Kate’s Acorn, we meet a fast-talking earthworm, pill bug, and centipede...Full Description

Diane's popular dinosaur adventures complement their scientific facts with a happy dose of humor. Dinosaur lovers of all ages will enjoy the colorful posters, Dinosaur Sign-Language and participation...Full Description

Diane's entertaining original stories explore vital topics like Recycling, Water Conservation and Habitat & Wildlife Protection in the most engaging way. Enjoy:  What Now, Cloacina?!!...Full Description

In “Night Lights” entertaining stories of stars take us on a multi-cultural voyage across the heavens. These favorite tales and songs celebrate our starry skies and luminous planets as well...Full Description

From the banks of the Amazon River to the heart of the West African jungle avorite folktales and songs about the animals and birds tell why the Amazon Birds grew feathers as brilliant as the colors...Full Description

'Welcome in the Spring!' with the very best of spring folklore, nature tales and contemporary stories. We'll meet Kate in 'Kate's Acorn', who gets...Full Description

Tall Fall Tales brings alive the autumn world of nature with original stories and songs sure to delight both young and old. In Diane's hilarious original tale Plenty of Nuts,...Full Description

What would Halloween be without some chillin’ tales for the spookiest time of the year? Once Upon a Halloween! is a fun-filled, Halloween event – complete with...Full Description

Warm your hearts and your imaginations with this performance of tales from long ago. These stories of wintertime magic and fun are drawn from many cultures ranging from the lyrical Grimms tale of Snow...Full Description

Native American Nature Tales brings to life tribal myths and legends of the animals and birds of North America. Ranging from the humorous to the heart-felt, these stories celebrate native culture and...Full Description

This lively performance introduces library audiences to this pivotal Middle Eastern culture. Featuring Diane's first book: A Fire in My Heart: Kurdish Tales, Diane brings to...Full Description

There is plenty of laughter and delight in this animated retelling of Ireland's best-loved gems. The storytelling includes Irish favorites like the tale of Gilly Blackfoot where a young lad's aversion...Full Description

Diane Edgecomb presents an unusual collection of eerie tales and story-songs- definitely not for kids! This evening event features Diane's true ghost story about the misshapen standing stones of Avebury,...Full Description

Master Storyteller Diane Edgecomb accompanied by multi-instrumentalist Tom Megan offers a fascinating look at the legends behind our holiday traditions. Classic evergreen lore, haunting legends of light...Full Description

The magical time of the Summer Solstice resonates in folktales and songs from many lands told by master storyteller Diane Edgecomb accompanied by Celtic harper Margot Chamberlain Midsummer Magic...Full Description

Immerse yourself in nature with this story and music event celebrating the deep spirit of trees. This exquisitely crafted collection of myths, folktales and songs from around the world ranges from the...Full Description

What do China, Africa, and South America all have in common? Superheroes!!! Before Spiderman, there was Anansi the cunning Spider from Africa. Watch him weave a web to the sky, tricking Nyame...Full Description

Master storyteller Diane Edgecomb entertains young and old with this delightful performance of unusual fairy tales. From enchanted bears, to determined princesses, to Jack’s hilarious adventure...Full Description

Virtual Offerings are here!  If you’re a librarian looking to create community I have you covered with videos tailored for your library that are sure to make you smile!  I’ve...Full Description

Fabulous Folktales of Flowers a storytelling and music entertainment A delightful weave of story, music and song that brings to life the dramatic myths surrounding favorite garden flowers. In...Full Description

Game Time! features three topsy-turvy adventures where everybody wins! Diane’s jazzy version of the Tortoise and the Hare encourages reading at your own pace. No matter what your...Full Description

All over the world, people have used songs and chants to tell their stories. Master storyteller Diane Edgecomb will entertain with favorites from her repertoire with plenty of participation sure to...Full Description

Based entirely on true events, A Thousand Doorways follows author and storyteller Diane Edgecomb’s perilous quest to find the last Kurdish storytellers in Turkey. Aided by her Kurdish allies who...Full Description

LOOKING FOR A SHOW FOR THE COLLABORATIVE SUMMER LIBRARY PROGRAM: “Color Our World?”Choose: Colorful Tales around the Maypole! From an...Full Description

Folk songs give us a glimpse into the lives of ordinary women in centuries past, who left behind few written records. In a clear, vibrant voice, Diane sings compelling songs used for centuries to speed...Full Description

Diane presents the music enjoyed by both sides during the American Revolution, exploring the fascinating world behind the lyrics. In colonial dress, she sings and accompanies herself on dulcimer and...Full Description

Diane sings beloved classics from a dark yet inspiring time, exploring how people from all walks of life responded to a war that tore at the nation's heart. She accompanies herself on dulcimer and guitar...Full Description

Many of our holiday traditions and much of our Christmas music was revived or created during the Victorian era, in the mid-1800s. Diane presents beloved carols and stories about their origins, accompanying...Full Description

The DDU Show is an energetic fusion of Australian music, culture, puppetry, comedy, storytelling and audience participation. The didgeridoo has been played by Aboriginal Australians for at least 1,500...Full Description

The Aussie Fun Jam (Didgeridoo Workshop) is a unique musical and cultural experience. The didgeridoo is an Australian Aboriginal instrument with a funky, fresh sound that’s as exotic as its name....Full Description

Virtuoso didgeridoo player Rob Thomas takes the audience on a musical journey to Australia and beyond, as he plays an assortment of didgeridoos and worldly percussion instruments. The didgeridoo, usually...Full Description

Join us on an epic adventure, from the birth of the universe to the age of the dinosaurs to the modern world. With awe-inspiring visuals, we’ll explain how the air we breathe was created; we’ll...Full Description

Deep in the mystical mountains of western North Carolina, if you listen quietly at night, you might hear the ancient and enthralling sound of … a wolf! Although wolves no longer live in the wild...Full Description

Dinosaur tracks and they lead right to your library. Join Dinoman and his pet raccoon Reflex on an up to the minute kid-fun scientific romp through the world of dinosaurs. Through mystifying magic,...Full Description

What possible connection could dinosaurs have to our solar system? More that you would think. Dinoman-space!, a fun-filled exploration of the heavens. From Mercury to meteors, from planetoids to...Full Description

Join a DINOSAURS ROCK expert for a fun and educational Jurassic journey—complete with museum-quality, life-size and genuine specimens as the backdrop to exploring the world of dinosaurs and fossils. ...Full Description

Join a DINOSAURS ROCK expert for this fun and educational geological journey, exploring of the world of Rocks & Minerals, complete with real, massive museum quality specimens as the backdrop! Plus...Full Description

Join us for an under-the-sea adventure to explore the world of sharks, oceans, and sealife with a DINOSAURS ROCK expert - learn about awe-inspiring topics related to Sharks & Oceans through visual...Full Description

Join a DINOSAURS ROCK expert for this Virtual exploration of the insect world, with the backdrop of a Museum exhibit filled with unusual insects (taxidermy under glass or acrylic). Learn about prehistoric...Full Description

Learn the facts to keep yourself and your identity safe online....Full Description

Computer beginner friendly! Learn the magic of basic computer troubleshooting and impress your family and friends....Full Description

For those enthusiasts who want to try a hand at building their own desktop computer, and want a chance to practice before they get started....Full Description

Get started learning HTML and CSS, and build your own webpage with nothing but Notepad! We will cover the anatomy of a .html document, using CSS in-line vs stylesheets, and a number of important tags....Full Description

Everyone needs a website now-a-days, but diving straight into HTML can be daunting. Thankfully there are CMSs (Content Management System) that can do the heavy lifting for those who have no interest...Full Description

A hands-on opportunity for participants to learn how to solder electronics. When participants arrive they will sign in, and the instructor will go down the list, giving each person instruction as they...Full Description

Each summer, I offer a new summer reading magic show that is themed for the national CSLP theme.For the summer of 2014, I am presenting an all-new program titled Fizz Boom Read Magic Show, which...Full Description

Domino The Great is a New England-based rising star and hilarious comedy magician for kids and families. His Just 4 Fun Magic Show is perfect to entertain your patrons and have your library filled with...Full Description

The Ukulele and You is an exciting and engaging workshop for beginner ukulele players. We learn how to hold and strum an ukulele, a few chords, and everyone will be playing fun songs in no time. Ukuleles...Full Description

Please note that this program is on hold due to current health situation, and the availability and price of workshop materials. Check out my "Ukulele and You" workshop for a fun music activity. In...Full Description

Ventriloquism never stops amazing children or adults. Donna Marie and Her Friends provide that amazement and a whole lot more. Beginning as a singer and dancer, she soon discovered ventriloquism,...Full Description

Come travel together, while Doria tells stories from countries all around the world! Enjoy stories told in Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and also by the native peoples of North...Full Description

Not for the very young or faint of heart, Doria's programs of scary stories from around the world will enthrall, amaze and terrify. Treat yourselves to a memorable screen-free thrill, as we...Full Description

Let's enjoy some spooky - but not overly scary - stories for PreK and Elementary Schoolers! Enjoy a screen-free experience as we travel the world, exploring ghosts and sea monsters and more! These...Full Description

Tea: The First Wicked WeedWomen’s Role in Revolutionizing the Colonies. In December, 1767, the Town Meeting of Harvard, Massachusetts voted to discourage the sale and purchase of...Full Description

Doug Schmolze, singer and guitarist with his own classy style.  Doug sets the stage for some of the great American songs from the Broadway composers, many of whom also wrote for the movies....Full Description

“Sentimental Journey”- Songs of the 1940’s Doug Schmolze, voice and guitar, revisits some of the great songs of the swing era. Works by composers such as Duke Ellington, Rogers...Full Description

 Songs of the 1950’s,  “Something Old, Something New---“, Doug Schmolze, singer and guitarist, presents some favorites that he remembers from childhood.  A...Full Description

“Patriotic Americana” Doug Schmolze, singer and guitarist, presents a lively and stirring program of American patriotic music spanning our country’s history from the Revolution...Full Description

Real science fun from a real science PhD! Choose amazing hands-on programs with topics from sound to light to fingerprinting and forensics...Full Description

Weetamoo and the King is my original score of choral music with narration. telling the story of the Pokanoket Indigenous Nation from 1600 precontact through the end of King Philip's War in 1676. ...Full Description

The Bombing of Laos and the Continuing Tragedy of Cluster BombsDr. Walter Haney, Professor at the Lynch School of Education at Boston College offers to give a talk on "The Bombing of Laos and...Full Description

In this workshop, participants will learn and practice improvisation activities and techniques that will help to improve expressive language skills as well promote faster thinking and decrease stress....Full Description

Mindfulness is something we all aspire to, and theatre is a wonderful method to help us get there. Actors rely on mindfulness to help them to connect with their character and with others in a scene....Full Description

This program is designed as an introductory class to the basics of acting. Participants will learn about different styles and teachings, explore character and scene development, and practice with introductory...Full Description

What is improv? Improv is the act of making up a scene, plot, characters and dialogue spontaneously without preparation. Actors work together to create a scene, often based off a suggestion from the...Full Description

Want to build language, creative thinking, problem solving, and socialization skills for your school-aged child while engaging in fun and laughter together?! Children are natural actors and pretenders....Full Description

This program is designed especially for children 5 and under and explores creative expression, with a link to literature. Classes begin with a story, and through the ideas of participants and guidance...Full Description

Once upon a time there was a miller who bragged that his daughter Kathleen could spin straw into gold. When the King heard about this, he commanded the girl to spin for him. He had a lot of reason to...Full Description

Jack and the Beanstalk is a joyous, original adaptation of the classic tale about poor Jack who went to sell his cow and came home with three magic beans. Jack's daring adventure up the huge beanstalk...Full Description

The workshop invites children to participate in a production of the play "The Joseph's Boat," an original adaptation of a Cape Cod folktale from Elizabeth Reynard's book: "the Narrow Land: Folk Chronicles...Full Description

Puppeteers can bring entire worlds to life using nothing but imagination, movement, and simple materials. Want to know their secrets? In this workshop students will work together as an ensemble to tackle...Full Description

Dream Tale Puppets is working on its next production which invites to a world of fantasy, make-believe, and play. As two vagabond-like characters banter and tease each other, they find and bring to...Full Description

This is a really fun and engaging presentation for children and people of all ages to help them understand that simply slowing their breath down can help to ease anxiety, improve sleep, sharpen focus,...Full Description

In this workshop you'll learn how to apply research-based sound techniques to your life that will help improve your sleep cycle and boost your immune system. Participants will also have access...Full Description

Kids learn better when they laugh™  When we perform WITH children, we bring our clown car full of dummies, drums and percussion instruments for the children to play WITH our dummies.   Children...Full Description

Can you talk? Almost anyone can become a ventriloquist!  This introductory course provides step-by-step instructions and reveals the secrets to this amazing and rewarding art form.  Bring...Full Description

The Driscoll Dummies NO BULLY ZONE interactive ventriloquist show helps students identify bullies and bullying behaviors and provides effective strategies in coping and dealing with bullying. Through...Full Description

Invite TheRealBeardedSanta,  his wise-cracking 40" elf Jerry, Doug the Talking Dog, and Willie the Singing Whiteboard to your event. Holiday themes customized per your requirements. ...Full Description

How about something completely different for St. Patrick’s day?  Please consider inviting a Leprechaun to your St. Patrick’s Day events.  The 40" mischievous, wise-cracking Leprechaun...Full Description

Invite Harry Potter, Hermione, Dumbledore, and all the fantastic fantasy figures/puppets from DriscollProductions.com Have you ever worked with dummies?  Ventriloquist dummies? ATTENTION...Full Description

Children ages 2 to 102 are invited to join the free INTERACTIVE facebook LIVE fun and drum along VIRTUALLY with our Driscoll Drumming Dummies... using anything at home that you hit, shake, or scrape...Full Description

40" Ventriloquist puppet Jerry, Doug The Talking Dog, Greg - Boston's Green Monster, Shelly The Sheepdog and all the Driscoll Dummies demonstrate kindness, friendship, and unity as part of our interactive...Full Description

Invite Paul Revere to your school or library.  Kevin Driscoll, M. Ed. is a Massachusetts Certified Teacher with decades of teaching experience.  His FIVE STAR Paul Revere & Friends INTERACTIVE...Full Description

Percussionist, educator, storyteller, and host of a weekly radio show, Craig Harris provides a key to stress relief and emotional success through percussion and rhythm. ...Full Description

Percussionist, educator, storyteller, host of a weekly radio show, and the author of "Bluegrass, Newgrass, Old-time, and Americana Music," Craig Harris leads an insightful, informative, and fun multimedia...Full Description

Jimi Hendrix a Native? Hank Williams? This stereotype breaking multimedia program celebrates the diverse music of America's First People...Full Description

This fast-paced multimedia program combines archival audio tracks, rare video footage, and behind-the-scenes stories. It's the rapid fire of rockabilly and the sweet harmonies of doo-wop. Remember Elvis...Full Description

Drum Circles are a perfect fit for the 2008 "Wild Reads" Summer Reading Program.DRUM CIRCLES are completely interactive events. I share fun songs and rhythms, body percussion and percussion...Full Description

“Bob was fantastic. The crowd thoroughly enjoyed the program. We ended up with 98 people. I especially loved the hands-on aspects and the fact that every child had a chance to use 3 different...Full Description

DRUM DOGS© Creative Writing Meets Interactive Drumming                  Age 8 to Senior Citizen This presentation of creative...Full Description

This hands-on program engages teens as a musical team, "The Drum Riders".  As the "Ride Leader", I engage the Drum Riders to be musical with full-size, professional-quality hand drums. The...Full Description

Participants keep what they create. They make and decorate a "ganza", a Brazilian-style musical shaker instrument.  All of the construction materials are provided. To enjoy playing...Full Description

 Bob provides a colorful cargo of professional-quality drums for entire groups and audiences to get their hands onto at this interactive drumming hoot.  Everyone plays with Bob as he launches legendary...Full Description

Everyone gets their heart and hands around Bob's cargo of melodic drums. Bob leads them to sing legendary songs and play along with lovable drumsticks with cool, musical patterns to the catchy lyrics. ...Full Description

Entire audiences are captivated by Salsa rhythm patterns that have roots in the Caribbean Region. They partner with the artists to enjoy playing the patterns. Together, they launch legendary and contemporary...Full Description

Humans have been gathering in circles to play drums since before recorded history.  This timeless activity touches something inside us, confirming that drumming with others is a deeply satisfying...Full Description

This lively program, presented in a fun game-show format, is appropriate for children of all ages. Find out how deep penguins can dive, how far they can shoot their guano (penguin poo!), how they feed...Full Description

This program highlighting penguin behavior is tailored for younger audiences. Using photographic examples, The Penguin Lady has the children mimic her as she demonstrates various penguin calls and behaviors....Full Description

It's the 'March of the Penguins' for kids! This presentation, featuring beautiful images of penguins, tells the amazing story of the Emperor penguin's unique breeding season, including their incredible...Full Description

This compelling presentation tells the incredible story of the massive rescue and rehabilitation of 20,000 African penguins that were oiled when a ship sank near their breeding grounds. Dyan was a key...Full Description

Penguins are an indicator species, alerting us to the state of the environment they live in. They are the proverbial 'canary in the coal mine'. It is now clear to scientists that penguins are being...Full Description

“Dyeing to Wear It” ™ is an interactive workshop where participants will create a beautiful and versatile piece of wearable art. Classes are infused with storytelling by theartist,...Full Description

Covers the basics of selling on eBay. Participants will learn how to:1. establish a seller's account2. research what products to sell3. create great item listings4. create...Full Description

This program introduces participants to the essentials of buying wisely and safely on eBay. Included is discussion of how to search for items, how to evaluate a listing, how to evaluate a seller, bidding,...Full Description

How do animals find their homes, food, and friends? Learn about animals through a themed storybook reading, touchable bones and pelts, and visit with a live animal....Full Description

How do turtles to survive in different habitats and through seasonal changes? Meet a live turtle, touch turtle biofacts and gather information about turtle adaptations and life cycle in this interactive...Full Description

What properties make a structure stand or a bridge span? Discover your inner engineer as you manipulate materials in a real-life building design challenge....Full Description

What structures and behaviors do animals exhibit that help them survive? Observe live animals, bones and animal pelts. Draw conclusions about how structure and function influence evolutionary success...Full Description

What happens to the animals that live in an ecosystem when humans move in? Take on a real-world conservation issue as you work with classmates to develop a parcel of land. Meet a local animal most often...Full Description

How can you design an efficient wind turbine that converts wind energy into electricity? Build a working wind turbine, measure its performance, and learn firsthand how the design process can create...Full Description

Why does the weather change from day to day and season to season? How are weather and climate different? What variables affect the weather? Experience the forces driving weather through interactive...Full Description

My name is Ed Popielarczyk. I am a professional magician, balloon sculptor, and storyteller. I have been entertaining children and family audiences for over 30 years. My magic show is a comedy...Full Description

My Flea circus is an entire big top circus in miniature! My fleas perform on the high wire, they do a high dive into a pool of water,and Fernando gets shot out of a cannon and into a volunteers hand....Full Description

Storytelling & Art Adventures take children on exciting and engaging adventures into the world through picture books and art projects. These workshops emphasize the process of creative...Full Description

Edward Lodi profiles a number of remarkable women who played major roles in King Philip's War: making history-changing decisions, performing heroic deeds, enduring hardships, chronicling their experiences,...Full Description

Learn about the Indian attack on Hadley on September 1, 1675, when a mysterious stranger suddenly appeared to save the day, then just as suddenly vanished, causing the settlers to believe that he was...Full Description

Edward Lodi (author or editor of more than a half dozen books pertaining to King Philip's War) talks about his book, Who When Where in King Philip's War. Lodi spent years researching material for his...Full Description

Edward Lodi talks about his latest book, The Pequot War.  In 1637 the Puritans waged a genocidal war against the Pequots, the most powerful...Full Description

 Hear Edward Lodi talk about his latest book, Massasoit’s Town Sowams in Pokanoket Its History Legends and Traditions.  In the1620s...Full Description

Edward Lodi talks about his most recent book Benjamin Church in King William’s War.  King William’s War (1689-1697) was the first in the series of bloody conflicts known collectively...Full Description

percussionest, salsa dancer and teacher, singer...Full Description

Participatory folktales from around the world to sing, dance and drum along with. Help Anansci Spider Drummer teach a lesson on sharing. Play the Cat Drum. Dance with the Rainforest Monster and save...Full Description

Participatory folk tales from around the world. Be a Monkey in Caps for Sale, Help Brer Rabbit outsmart the greedy tiger, help make the rain storm in a story about inclusion. Sing, chant, and move with...Full Description

Participatory, fun and just a wee bit scary tales from around the year to delight young audiences, without any nightmares! ...Full Description

Folk tales from around the world of monsters, ghosts and goblins and how they are vanquished and appeased often by young people, using creativity, and cooperation. Program of scarier stories for preteens...Full Description