Kids Making Music

Normal Public Library
Saturday, June 23, 2018
10:00am – 3:00pm
Make musical instruments and learn something fun about music as we celebrate our local Make Music Normal event throughout the Town of Normal. On Saturday, we’ll have some great musical performances here at the library at 11:00, 1:00, and 2:30!
Stop in from 10 am–12 pm try out instruments provided by The Music Shoppe.
Please note: Children must be accompanied by an adult age 16 or older at all summer activities. If you have questions about supervision requirements, please ask!
This free activity is part of our Reading Takes You Everywhere Summer Reading Program for kids. You do not have to be registered for Summer Reading to attend this activity, but it is encouraged! Register for the Summer Reading Program at the library or online at rebrand.ly/nplsummer (link is external) anytime between May 30 and August 6.

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