French March Break Programs

Kids' Space

Teens

Magic, music, storytelling, theatre and MUCH, MUCH MORE! Have some fun at the Library during March Break.

For information on free children's programs and events at your local branch, look up your branch here.

SPECIAL Touring ARTISTS and PERFORMANCES

These amazing performers will be appearing at several library branches. Click on the branch name for up-to-date performance information.

MAGIC

Owen Anderson presents The Magic, Mirth, & Mayhem Show! A magical adventure featuring giggles galore, silly rabbit Ruby, and lots of audience participation! Owen Anderson's web site. At Palmerston, Steeles, Evelyn Gregory, College/Shaw

Magical comedian, Stephen Elvay presents a very funny show with lots of laughs and gasps. Read about Steve Elvay. At Beaches, Mount Dennis, Brookbanks, Maryvale

Mark Lewis' Children's Magic Show is full of comedy and audience participation. Visit Mark Lewis' website. At New Toronto, S. Walter Stewart, Jones, Flemingdon Park

MUSIC

Muhtadi introduces kids to the drum - the heartbeat of all music - and features rhythms from around the world. Muhtadi is an artist with Mariposa In The Schools. At Burrows Hall, Hillcrest, Downsview, Humberwood

Markus combines upbeat melodies with quirky lyrics in his 'toe-tappin knee-slappin' music. Markus is an artist with Mariposa In The Schools. At Dufferin St. Clair, Barbara Frum, Sanderson, Locke, Woodview Park

Singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Ken Whiteley, leads students in an interactive sing-along. Ken Whiteley is an artist with Mariposa In The Schools. At Main Street, Runnymede, Swansea, Jane/Dundas, Deer Park

Turkey Rhubarb performs traditional children's folksongs from all over the world - in English, French and Spanish. Visit Turkey Rhubarb's website. At Parkdale, Oakwood Village, Spadina, Sanderson, St. Clair/Silverthorne

Jim Parker takes the audience on an exciting and crazy adventure. Visit Jim Parker's website. At Malvern, Humber Summit, Weston, McGregor Park

Sing along with Andrew Queen to old favourites and crazy call-&-repeats. Yodel, howl and laugh. At Albion, Fairview, Pleasant View, Mimico

STORYTELLER

Sandra Whiting draws upon the rich oral traditions of West African mythologies, folklore, and traditional tales from the Caribbean. Tales to live by. Visit Sandra Whiting's website. At Black Creek, Maria Shchuka, Richview

THEATRE

Really Little Theatre presents I Heard A Story a one person tour-de-force featuring music, puppetry, mime, comedy and lots of audience imagination and participation with tales from Italy, Canada and Russia. Visit the Really Little Theatre website. At Bayview, Brentwood, Victoria Village, Annette, Guildwood.

Join Cindy Cook from "Polka Dot Door" in The Environment Show with lovable puppets, songs and games. Learn to take care of this beautiful world. Visit Cindy Cook's website. Click on Riverdale, Parliament, North York Central, Don Mills, Kennedy Eglinton, Agincourt, Cliffcrest, Bendale

... and that's just the beginning! There is much more March Break Fun at your local branch.

MARCH BREAK for TEENS

Stand up comedian? Comic book artist? Musician? Mad scientist?

DAILY SPECIALS
Don't miss these awesome artists. Click on the branch name for up-to-date information.

Tabla Fusion
Gurpreet Chana creates and performs music merging the rhythmic patterns of the tabla with all genres of music. His world beats include the djembe, congas, dhol, zarb, doumbek, daf, and anything else he can get his hands on! Visit Gurpreet Chana's website.

Thursday, March 19, 2 p.m.

Albion

Mystic Drumz
Hands on drumming circle. Jam on drumz and percussion while learning rhythms and beats. Visit the Mystic Drumz website.

Monday, March 16, 2 p.m.	S. Walter Stewart
Wednesday, March 18, 2 p.m.	Flemingdon Park
Thursday, March 19, 4 p.m.	Bendale
Friday, March 20, 2 p.m.	Agincourt

Comic Book Art
Learn to draw comic art with the creators of Blac Ice! Learn what it takes to create your own comic book how to create original comic characters, animals, and much, much, more! Visit the Blac Ice Comics website.

Saturday, March 14, 2 p.m.	Fairview
Monday, March 16, 2 p.m.	Weston
Tuesday, March 17,2 p.m.	North York Central
Wednesday, March 18, 2 p.m.	Malvern
Thursday, March 19, 2 p.m.	Brentwood
Saturday, March 21, 2 p.m.	Downsview

Comedian Evan Carter & Ann Vautour's Comedy Workshop
Let's have some laughter and learn the "how to" of stand up comedy along with improving your self esteem and building confidence. Visit Evan Carter's website.

Wednesday, March 18, 2 p.m.	High Park
Thursday, March 19, 2 p.m.	Centennial
Friday, March 20, 2 p.m.	Forest Hill

Super Science
Dry ice, bubbling potions, hair raising demos, air pressure and much more. Fast paced with lots of audience interaction. Visit the Super Science Toronto website.

For information on more free March Break events for teens – check your local branch.