Call 503.988.6002 for this month's title. Sue Roake of BeBop USA showcases her miniature horses and teaches people about these wonderful animals. Kids will have some hands-on time to meet the animals. 2 p.m. Il Teatro Calimari uses tabletop puppets and a Russian puppetry style to tell this traditional story. 2 p.m. This three-dog team entertains and educates audiences with sports demonstrations such as frisbee, soccer, football and basketball.
Audience participation is encouraged.
Nancy Aldrich demonstrates three styles of puppetry in this trio of friendship stories. Soft hand puppets, bright shadow puppets and a colorful marionette teach the values of respect and cooperation. In Frog and Snake , Frogchild and Snakeson meet and become best friends. Shadow puppets are featured in the classic Aesop's fable, The Lion and the Mouse . Flint and Scorch is an original story performed with marionettes.