Sword swallower among highlights of Modesto area summer performances for families
Families can enjoy a series of performances held at various Stanislaus County Library locations this summer.
The library’s Summer Performer Series in June and July is “designed to foster learning and exploration for local children and their families,” according to a press release.
The events — two of which also will be held at the Modesto Certified Farmers Market — are free to attend.
Here’s a look at the performance series schedule, according to the release:
“Didgeridoo Down Under” combines didgeridoo rhythms, percussive beats, storytelling and audience participation. Participants will learn about Australian music, how didgeridoos are made and more.
▪ Oakdale Library: Monday, June 2, 12:30 p.m.
▪ Ceres Library: Monday, June 2, 4 p.m.
▪ Denair Library: Tuesday, June 3, noon
▪ Newman Library: Tuesday, June 3, 3:30 p.m.
▪ Keyes Library: Wednesday, June 4, 1 p.m.
▪ Patterson Library: Wednesday, June 4, 3:30 p.m.
▪ Waterford Library: Thursday, June 5, 10 a.m.
▪ Riverbank Pop-Up Library: Thursday, June 5, 12:30 p.m.
▪ Empire Library: Thursday, June 5, 3 p.m.
“Uncle Jer’s Traveling Bee Show” will teach about the society of bees and offer a chance to see live bees in a hive.
▪ Ceres Library: Thursday, June 12, 4 p.m.
▪ Nick W. Blom Salida Regional Library: Tuesday, June 24, 1:30 p.m.
▪ Riverbank Pop-Up Library: Thursday, June 26, 11 a.m.
▪ Grayson Pop-Up Library: Thursday, June 26, 3 p.m.
“Cruzin’ Critters” is a Turlock-based nonprofit animal education organization that will educate audiences in an interactive show.
▪ Modesto Certified Farmers Market: Saturday, June 14, 9 a.m.
▪ Hughson Library: Tuesday, June 17, 3 p.m.
▪ Waterford Library: Saturday, June 28, 10 a.m.
▪ Denair Library: Monday, June 30, 11 a.m.
▪ Newman Library: Tuesday, July 15, 3:30 p.m.
▪ Empire Library: Wednesday, July 16, 3:30 p.m.
▪ Grayson Pop-Up Library: Thursday, July 17, 3:30 p.m.
▪ Oakdale Library: Monday, July 21, 3 p.m.
▪ Turlock Library: Tuesday, July 22, 4 p.m.
“George the Giant” is a sword swallower who will perform.
▪ Keyes Library: Monday, July 7, 1 p.m.
▪ Patterson Library: Monday, July 7, 3:30 p.m.
▪ Salida Library: Tuesday, July 8, 1:30 p.m.
▪ Turlock Library: Tuesday, July 8, 4 p.m.
▪ Riverbank Pop-Up Library: Wednesday, July 9, 11 a.m.
▪ Hughson Library: Wednesday, July 9,t 3 p.m.
▪ Modesto Farmers Market: Thursday, July 10, 9 a.m.
▪ Ceres Library: Thursday, July 10, 4 p.m.
The performer series is sponsored by the Stanislaus Library Foundation. Some events require advance registration. For registration and other details, see the calendar of events at www.stanlibrary.org.
“These events reflect our commitment to our roles as a cultural center and community hub,” said Children’s and Teen Services Librarian Jessica Geiss. “In bringing these shows to our community, families will have opportunities to learn together and connect through experiences that spark curiosity as much as they entertain.”
