Knights, Alligators and Storytellers: Upcoming Family Events at Wescott Library

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WHAT: Writing Workshop with Author Ethan Rutherford: Dialogue
AGES:  Teens 12-18 years old.
WHEN: 4 to 5 p.m. on June 18 at .
WHY GO: Brush up on your short story writing skills in this unforgettable workshop by author and writing teacher Ethan Rutherford. Registration required. Registration opens two weeks prior to program start date. A Minnesota Legacy program. Click here to register.

WHAT: Create a Play: Circus Berserkus with SteppingStone Theatre
AGES: Children 9-12 years old
WHEN: 2 to 3:30 p.m. on June 19 at .
WHY GO: The lions are taming the animal tamers, the aerialist is afraid of heights, and the elephants simply refuse to stand on one leg. Work with a professional SteppingStone Theatre actor to create a play and put things right. Registration full, but wait list applicants still accepted. Click here to register.

WHAT: A Night on Bear Island with The PuppetTellers
AGES: Children of all ages
WHEN:  7 to 8 p.m. on June 20 at .
WHY GO: Let The PuppetTellers entertain you with the story of Basil and Samantha who are marooned on Bear Island and must overcome their fears of imagined monsters. No registration required.

WHAT: RAD Zoo
AGES: Children of all ages
WHEN: 10:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. on June 22 at .
WHY GO: Learn about the incredible lives of frogs, turtles, lizards, snakes and a small alligator. You'll also have the opportunity to touch one or two. No registration required.

WHAT: The Royal Guard
AGES: Children ages 4 and older
WHEN: 2 to 2:45 p.m. on June 27 at .
WHY GO: Fully-costumed Renaissance characters teach about history through entertaining storytelling. No registration required.