Cool Cats!

The final downtown library Family Night of 2011 happened on December 6th. The theme, Cool Cats, was definitely the cat's meow. Families made paper bag cat puppets and painted their faces like cats (or other creatures).

A family works on their paper bag puppet together.

Rachel from Gastineau Humane Society visited us bringing along her feline friend. She talked briefly about cats and then families were invited to pet our (feline) guest before both visitors returned to the Humane Society.

Children visit with our restless furry friend.

The evening ended with a story about a dog who acted more like a cat and a surprise visit from a big black dog who was, in fact, dressed as a cat!

Surprise! Do you think this dog really wants to be a cat?

Dance Together!

In October, Family Night at the Turf became an evening of dance/movement related activities! Several families were in attendance and participated in free-style dance to some fun tunes as well as a creative movement session where we acted out a nature walk using our imaginations and bodies.

A blur of arms and legs during our creative movement activity!

Of course, the usual Turf activities were available. Many new families attended Family Night in October and were given a great example of what a great time it is! Free dance- and movement-themed books were given to each child who participated in dance activities. We continue to invite families from nearby neighborhoods and communities to attend this event!

Kids hitch a ride as one father gets his exercise by pulling them around!

One family samples the free books before deciding which one to take home.

Time for a snack break... This family has a picnic on the Turf! A common sight at Family Night!