Storytime with traditional crafts at Clermont in Germantown
Storytime is a regular part of family life for many of us with kids, but on Sundays at 10 a.m., storytime at Clermont has a twist: Each gathering includes a related craft, such as butter-churning. This weekly storytime is geared for ages 2 to 6 years. I think that it’s wonderful to engage children this way in local historic sites like Clermont.
Programs are free, but there is a $5 parking fee on weekends from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Clermont is located at One Clermont Avenue in Germantown. For more information, call (518) 537-4240 or visit www.friendsofclermont.org or https://nysparks.com.
Sensory Storytime for special-needs kids at Poughkeepsie’s Adriance Library
If the very idea of attending storytime stresses you out because of your child’s sensory needs, check this out: On Saturday, July 13 from 10 to 11 a.m., the Poughkeepsie Public Library District presents “Rhythm & Rhyme: A Sensory Storytime.” This program is geared for children who are preschool and elementary ages with special needs, “including those with autism, Down Syndrome, sensory integration issues, speech/language delays, ADHD and other challenges.” Participants will experience a half-hour storytime that incorporates a schedule board and sensory opportunities, followed by a half-hour of socialization. Children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver, and reservations are required.
“Rhythm & Rhyme: A Sensory Storytime” takes place at Adriance Library in the Cavallaro Program Room located at 93 Market Street in Poughkeepsie. For reservations or for more information, call (845) 485-3445, extension 3320, or visit https://poklib.org.
Big Time Rush & Victoria Justice play Bethel Woods
Did you know that Carlos is a certified rescue SCUBA diver? Or that Kendall’s favorite ice cream flavor is chocolate chip cookie dough? How about that Logan’s favorite animal is a lizard? That James can do push-ups while doing a handstand?
If you recognize this group of names, then you or someone you know is probably a fan of the hit singing group and actors Big Time Rush. They’ll be performing with Victoria Justice for the Summer Break Tour this Friday, July 12 at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts at 7 p.m. Here are two fun facts about Victoria Justice: She loves to swim; and her favorite cartoon is SpongeBob SquarePants.
The gates open at 5:30 p.m., and tickets range in price from $36.50 to $111.50. For tickets or more information, call Ticketmaster or visit www.bethelwoodscenter.org. To learn more about the musicians, visit www.btrband.com/us/home and www.victoriajustice.net.
Bill Robinson brings wildlife show to Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck
I always appreciate the chance to take our family to a nature show, because we usually learn something new that helps me to appreciate the unique qualities of each animal, and it’s fun to see the critters interact with the presenters. This Saturday, July 13 at 11 a.m., the Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck presents Predators of the Wild with Bill Robinson. This interactive show includes live birds of prey and reptiles.
Tickets cost $7 for children, $9 for adults and seniors. The Center is located at 661 Route 308 in Rhinebeck. For tickets or more information, call (845) 876-3080 or visit https://centerforperformingarts.org. To learn more about the presenters, visit https://robinsonswildlifelectures.com.
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