Is there anything more magical than getting lost in a good book? Well, maybe an actual magician. JPL Presents turns the stacks into your new favorite performance venue, bringing entertaining and educational performers – including musicians, animal handlers, dancers and yes, even magicians! – to showcase their talents for children ages 5 to 12. Join us and enjoy the magic! June 17- Jazz It Up June 24- Jacksonville Zoo July 1- Jennifer Swanson July 8- Art-Z-Faces July 15- Wild Wonders Animal Show July 22- Just Add Rhythm
June 17– Jazz it Up! – Noteworthy is an exciting local jazz and groove band, performing live music. Get ready to dance, sing, and have a great time!
June 24– Jacksonville Zoo Join the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens as we discuss some of the amazing adaptations of aquatic creatures. How does a saw-nosed shark hunt? Why can crocodiles swim in the ocean, but alligators can’t? How is a crab shell different from a turtle shell? Come get your sea-life questions answered and meet some animal ambassadors as we explore an Ocean of Possibilities!
July 1– Jennifer Swanson In this corner, we have ASTRONAUT in the spacesuit! In this corner, we have AQUANAUT in the wetsuit! Who will be the ultimate explorer?!? Join Jennifer Swanson, author of children's book Astronaut or Aquanaut, for a debate with interactive questions and help us compare and contrast the benefits of each extreme environment. This exciting event will have you soaring into space or diving deep into the ocean.
July 8– Art-Z-Faces Underwater Clown Show – Make a SPLASH with Pinkie as she learns there's an Ocean of Possibilities to make new friends. It's a fun interactive magic show for all ages to enjoy.
July 15– Wild Wonders Animal Show is proud to present “Dinosaurs Among Us.” This is an informative and interactive live show that displays local and exotic reptiles. Of course, we will have a few warm fuzzies to pet. Come join us as we investigate these interesting prehistoric creatures.
July 22– Just Add Rhythm 1, 2, Let’s All Play – a hands-on drumming experience! Join Just Add Rhythm as we harness the power of everyone’s superpowers! We’ll drum, we’ll move, we’ll play games, and best of all – we’ll all work together to make each other shine!
Registration is required for this event, and must be completed two hours prior to the start time. A library card is required for registration. If you do not have a card, click here to obtain a card.
Attendance is limited to 10 participants.
Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please allow 1–2 business days to process. Last-minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill. Please ask for Learning Services at 255-2665 or email JPLprograms@coj.net.