Chapel Hill Public Library, at 100 Library Drive in Chapel Hill, hosts many free events for kids and adults.
This summer there are a lot of special performances and activities for kids. Here are a few upcoming events, but make sure to check the library’s website for full listings.
Special Performances
Grey Seal Puppets: Salsa Cinderella
June 21, 2017
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
A classic tale of love and footwear told with a spicy twist! All the familiar characters are re-imagined as ingredients in a jar of salsa! Peppers, onion, garlic, and of course, tomatoes, all make up the ingredients of this spicy cast of puppets!
Recommended for ages 4+
Grey Seal Puppets: Salsa Cinderella
June 21, 2017
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
A classic tale of love and footwear told with a spicy twist! All the familiar characters are re-imagined as ingredients in a jar of salsa! Peppers, onion, garlic, and of course, tomatoes, all make up the ingredients of this spicy cast of puppets!
Recommended for ages 4+
April Turner: Dancing Stories
July 12, 2017
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Enjoy a performance featuring interactive storytelling, African dance demonstrations, and traditional African songs and rhythms.
Recommended for ages 4+
April Turner: Dancing Stories
July 12, 2017
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Enjoy a performance featuring interactive storytelling, African dance demonstrations, and traditional African songs and rhythms.
Recommended for ages 4+
Jeghetto: Family Puppet Show
July 26, 2017
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Join us for a family puppet show written and performed by master puppeteer Jeghetto and his son Tarin! This father and son duo will entertain with famous tales and newly written stories all with puppets made of recycled materials.
Recommended for ages 4+
Jeghetto: Family Puppet ShowJuly 26, 2017
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
– Join us for a family puppet show written and performed by master puppeteer Jeghetto and his son Tarin! This father and son duo will entertain with famous tales and newly written stories all with puppets made of recycled materials.
Recommended for ages 4+
Rags to Riches: Build a Better Web
August 9, 2017
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
A lively, theatrical performance featuring Ananse the Spider! Join us to see if he can build a better web of stories to catch his unwitting prey.
Recommended for ages 4+
Rags to Riches: Build a Better Web
August 9, 2017
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
A lively, theatrical performance featuring Ananse the Spider! Join us to see if he can build a better web of stories to catch his unwitting prey.
Recommended for ages 4+
Summer Science at Chapel Hill Public Library
These programs require pre-registration. Some of them might be filled up when you read this post, and some may not be open for registration yet. Make sure to follow each link to find out.
NC Zoo: Animal Architects
June 29, 2017
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
NC Zoo: Animal Architects
June 29, 2017
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Morehead Planetarium: Newton in Motion
July 6, 2017
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Morehead Planetarium: Newton in Motion
July 6, 2017
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Piedmont Wildlife Center: Wild Kingdom & Raptors
July 20, 2017
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Piedmont Wildlife Center: Wild Kingdom & Raptors
July 20, 2017
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
Chapel Hill Fire Department: Sci Why
August 3, 2017
2:00 pm – 2:45 pm
Chapel Hill Fire Department: Sci Why
August 3, 2017
4:00 pm – 4:45 pm
