Children’s Programs

This Winter the Friends of the Westfield Memorial Library are making Saturday Special with programs for children. Performers and educators entertain and engage this inquisitive group of library patrons. Please pick up tickets for the FREE programs at the Children’s Desk at the library the day of the program.  Space is limited, so arrive early to get your tickets.  If you have any questions please ask a Youth Services Librarian.

For suggestions/ideas for other programs you’d like to see for your children contact the Friends at info@fwmlnj.org. We’d love to hear from you. Enjoy the programs!

2025 Children’s Saturday Programs

The program listing will be available in January 2025. Please check back for the schedule. To check out what was offered last year, please continue.

2024 Children’s Saturday Programs

 

Snakes and Scales

 

March 2:   In this show you get to see and touch all the animals including snakes, lizards, and turtles…both local and exotic. They tell stories of their rescue and all the cool facts you need to know!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Salazar Magic

 

March 23:   Two shows – 10:00 and 12:00.  Prepare to be amazed as the Friends of the Library bring you Anthony Salazar, magician!  This show includes award-winning sleight-of-hand magic with elaborate props, mind-reading, live animals and music.  Fun for the whole family

 

 

 

 

Shows from earlier this season…

 

Jester Jim! Juggling and Beatboxing

January 20, 10:30-11:30 with Jester Jim.  Jim juggles, Jim beatboxes, but most of all, Jim entertains.
Recommended for children in grades K-5.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Eyes of the Wild

January 27, 10:00 and 11:15    We have TWO shows booked with them.  One at 10:00 and one at 11:15. Come meet a selection of animals and learn all about them from this wonderful group that rescues exotic animals.
Recommended for children in grades K-5.

 

 

 

Rockness Music

February 3, 10:00 -10:45. Their high-energy shows are performed live on guitar and djembe drum by one of their expert performers.  The shows fully engage children of all ages, creating an unforgettable, playful and imaginative musical adventure.
Recommended for children ages 4-8.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

February 10: Zoophoria Storytime  – We will read a story book involving some of the preconceived ideas about animals, especially reptiles, and we will meet some creatures after story time! Children will have the opportunity to interact with the animals while discussing the themes presented in the book.  We will meet a 60 pound tortoise, among other friends.

 

February 17:  Miss Jolie Bubbly Beats.  This is a music & movement program that includes a bubble show and bubble popping fun! Miss Jolie showcases various bubbles in all shapes & sizes + bubble tricks, “popping” songs & games!

 

March 2:  Snakes and Scales.   In this show you get to see and touch all the animals including snakes, lizards, and turtles…both local and exotic. They tell stories of their rescue and all the cool facts you need to know!

 

March 23:  Salazar Magic.  Two shows – 10:00 and 12:00.  Prepare to be amazed as the Friends of the Library bring you Anthony Salazar, magician!  This show includes award-winning sleight-of-hand magic with elaborate props, mind-reading, live animals and music.  Fun for the whole family

 

 

 

A Tale of Sleeping Beauty by Trilogy Repertory

January 13, 2024 – 3:00 PM
An interactive children’s theater performance based on Sleeping Beauty.   It’s up to the audience to help the Royal Family see that Beauty and the Prince find a happily ever after.

Recommended for children ages 4-10 with an adult.

Read about how to attend this FREE program click here.