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Branch Programs for April 2008

Daniel and the Wild Man

After stumbling into an enchanted river a young gardener discovers he can be a knight in shining armor. Join us on the journey of Daniel and the Wild Man and discover how true friendship can make all your wishes come true. Presented by Storybook Puppet Theatre.

Saturday
April 12, 2008

11:00 am
First AvenueBranch

282 First Avenue
973-733-8091

Saturday
April 26, 2008

11:00 am
Roseville Branch

99 Fifth Street
973-733-7770

 

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Fun On A String Puppets and Marionettes

Join Miss Penny as she uses puppets and marionettes to make you laugh. There will be many surprises and lots of fun as we meet some of her friends, including Twinkles, and Octavius the Octopus!

Saturday
April 12, 2008

11:00 am
Springfield Branch

50 Hayes St.
973-733-7736

Friday
April 25, 2008

4:00 pm
Vailsburg Branch

75 Alexander St.
973-733-7749

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Pirates - The Curse of the Mutating Hand

Experience the story of Hendricks the Hand—the most feared pirate of the seven seas—and his cursed mutating hand! Andrew Piccirillo uses the science of exploding bottles and mysterious liquids to tell this story.

Wednesday
April 16, 2008

4:00 pm
Branch Brook Branch

235 Clifton Avenue
973-733-6388

Wednesday
April 23, 2008

4:00 pm
North End Branch

722 Summer Avenue
973-733-7683

Wednesday
April 30, 2008

4:00 pm
Van Buren Branch

140 Van Buren St.
973-733-7750

 

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The Lizard Guys

Join The Lizard Guys for an exciting glimpse into the fabulous world of exotic animals, such as lizards, turtles, frogs, and a huge guest for the finale. You will learn many different facts about these animals, such as where they live and what they eat.

Wednesday
April 23, 2008

4:00 pm
Clinton Branch

739 Bergen St.
973-733-7754

Mikaylee and the Huge, Gigantic, Enormous Boulder

The King has had it with his entire people thinking only of themselves, but what can he do? His clever daughter devises a plan that involves a bag of gold, a deep hole, and one huge, gigantic, enormous boulder in the middle of the road. Join us on this magical journey to find out how the king solves his problem. Presented by Storybook Puppet Theatre.

Wednesday
April 23, 2008

4:00 pm
Weequahic Branch

355 Osborne Terrace
973-733-7752

 

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These programs are made possible by a grant from the Newark Public Schools.

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