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Weekly Knitting Club (Children's)
Jun19 6/19/2013 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Farmington Public Library - Downtown Branch, 23500 (map)

Bring your needles; we will provide the yarn and volunteers to teach you some basic stitches. At the end of summer, you will have completed an owl project.

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Family Fun in Riley Park
Jun19 6/19/2013 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Sundquist Pavilion, 33113 Grand River Ave. (map)

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Pavilion Story Time
Jun20 6/20/2013 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

33113 Grand River Ave., Farmington, MI 48336 (map)

Hosted by the Farmington Community Library - Downtown Branch. Bring a blanket; we will provide a fun-filled story time and outside toys. Pack a picnic or pick up something from one fo the local restaurants to enjoy after the program.

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Farmington Downtown
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33316 Grand River Avenue
Farmington, MI 48336
(248) 473-7276

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Family Fun in Riley Park

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Wednesdays
June 19
July 10 & 24
August 7 & 21

Performances begin at 7:00 pm

Great summertime fun for kids, parents and grandparents!

Bring a lawn chair or blanket and come enjoy the show.

Forget making dinner! Come early, visit your favorite Downtown Farmington restaurants for carry-out and have a picnic in the park.

Raining? All activities will be held at the Farmington Community Library, 23500 Liberty Street. In case of inclement weather, a decision will be made by 5:30 pm to have the concert at the pre-determined rain location or cancel.

Please contact the Farmington Community Library at 248-553-0300 ext. 220 or visit www.farmlib.org for information.

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2013 Family Fun in Riley Park Schedule

June 19 Gemini Sponsored by The Learning Experience San and Laz combine uncannily matched voices with wonderful musicianship on nearly a dozen instruments. Gemini brings to their concerts a natural ease around children, and they're equally at home in an intimate setting or in front of an audience of thousands. The twin brothers have an upbeat flair for involving everyone, from tots to grandparents, in the music making. The result is a dynamic show ranging from laughter, grins, and boisterous fun, to the magic of hushed lullabies and tender ballads. Click here to check out Gemini
July 10 Jim Gill Sponsored by Stoneybrook Dental Jim Gill is a musician and author with unique credentials among children’s artists. Jim is a child development specialist, having completed his graduate studies in child development at the Erikson Institute of Chicago with a special emphasis on the study of play. Jim has won acclaim for bringing the same emphasis on family play to his live concerts. Anyone who has ever attended one of Jim’s family concerts knows that rather than performing for the children and parents, Jim leads them to sing and play together. Click here to check out Jim Gill SMART and the Farmington Community Library invite patrons to “Stuff A Bus!” Families attending the concert are encouraged to bring new or gently used books to help stuff a bus. The initiative issponsored by SMART, and benefits the Farmington Community Library.
July 24 Dynamic West:Old Time Rock-n-Roll Sponsored by ACO Hardware "Just take those old records off the shelf!" This rockin' program is a hip-hoppin' musical event and a look back at history. Fast-paced and energetic, it combines the music of the early rock and roll era with history, comedy, dance and audience participation. Kids will love this LIVE rock and roll show as the presenter takes them on a high-energy trip back through time. While they hear and enjoy some of the classic music that helped lead to the rock sound, they will also be educated and entertained with info about what life was like in the1950's and early 60's. Click here to check out Dynamic West
August 7 The Amazing Clark Sponsored by ACO Hardware Comedian The Amazing Clark captures each and every audience member with his quick humor and incredible stage shows featuring magical illusions, puppetry, and escapes. The Amazing Clark will dazzle and astound with his comedy magic stage shows. Each show combines magic with audience participation. Click here to check out The Amazing Clark
August 21 The Wanna Bees Sponsored by ACO Hardware Music Made for Kids, Enjoyed By All... The Wanna Bees, as in what do you wanna bee when you grow up, is a band that writes songs catchy enough to grab the attention of kids, and cool enough for the whole family to enjoy. The Wanna Bees aim to use fun music and video to introduce children to careers and overall positive themes, such as "Work Together" and "Dream Big" and encouraging kids to exercise. Sing and dance along with The Wanna Bees as they rock out to songs telling you what a day on their job is all about. Click here to check out The Wanna Bees