Laurie Ardis brings Mother Goose to life at Fairy Tale Forest. You’ll hear some classic nursery rhymes and stories, upbeat sing and play-a-long songs, some written by Laurie Ardis herself, that youngsters will adore. Her singing, guitar playing and story telling charms her young audiences and they’ll wonder what she’ll pull out next from her basket of surprises. The children will get involved too as she invites them to be A Star and accompany her with props, bell, and rhythm instruments. Look for her on the Bluebird Stage or at the Schoolhouse on selected days.  Plus Interactive Storytime, Fractured Tales and fun activities on the Enchanted Lawn with Fairy Tale Forest friends!  Come enjoy the shady park under the canopy of tall oaks.  

Several sets throughout the day from 11:30 to 3:30

A Family Drum Circle Experience for our park visitors!  Discover the joys of a community drum circle as you reap the benefits of this evidence based program designed to reduce stress.  HealthRythms group drumming experience encourages creativity and self expression.  Your journey to well-being is just a drum beat away!  Bring your instrument of choice, drum, rattles, shaker, maracas, bells, flutes, didgeridoo, rain sticks, or a bucket to deliver your beat.  No experience necessary just the willingness to let go and have fun! ( there will be instruments available to borrow)

Circle lead by Margaret Johnson RN RYT HealthRythms Drum Circle Facilitator