Monday, July 14, 2008

The Summer Reading Program is Going Strong in 2008

The Summer reading program seems poised to set another participation record this year. We have had excellent attendence at the events and patches are being collected as quickly as we can hand them out.A Bumble-pig puts in an appearence at the Wonders of Wildlife program at Malaga Cove.



Abbit the Average Magician astounds his audiences with tricks at Miraleste.


David Cousin the Juggler and audience at Malaga Cove.


Parents and children making "Bug Crafts" at Malaga Cove.





The Cactus Eaters: Reading by Author Dan White

Author Dan White regales the audience with stories from his exploits on the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). His humorous book details his quest to through-hike the PCT, which stretches the length of California from the Mexican border to the Canadian.
Dan signs a copy of his book for PVLD staff member Kendel.

Jim Jones and the Sunset Syncopators at Miraleste

A large crowd turned out to see Jim Jones and the Sunset Syncopators perform music from the 20's and 30's. Jones accompanied the music with narration, putting the music in its historical context.