Christie's Critters New Friends

We have 2 new additions to Christie's Critters menagerie. An Albino Corn Snake, named Ruby, and a beautiful baby Netherlands Dwarf Bunny, who is yet to be named. We are taking a vote over at my Facebook Page to name this sweet creature.

My new kitten, Fiona was very interested in all of the animals today, as we got them ready for an assembly. Zoe, my seven year old cat thought she'd join us. (she's sitting on one of the boxes)

We are booking now for upcoming programs, birthday parties and visiting with the seasoned folks.

Sun Catchers and Tissue Paper Fish

The Summer Reading Game is in full swing, with the libraries offering many opportunities to enjoy performances and craft times. At the Niles library, the children enjoyed creating sun catchers. Many used the special paint, while others used sharpies to make their masterpieces. I loved the use of color and their imaginations! Librarian Sally amused us with her sea hat as well. At the Union City library, we made tissue paper fish. The children were excited to create their own fish. Some took only moments, others took awhile to finish. I enjoyed watching them use their creative minds and here are some of the results.

Upcoming Library Programs

The Summer Reading Game has started at your local library. I will be at the following libraries for the next few weeks doing an assortment of crafts. Every program is free, so come on out and enjoy an afternoon of creativity!

Sat., July 3rd Tissue Paper Fish 2pm Union City
Wed., July 7th Under the Sea Mobiles 2pm Irvington
Wed., July 14th Assortment of crafts 1 & 2:30 Dublin
Wed., July 21st Fish Catch Game 3pm Warm Springs Comm. Center
Thur., July 22nd Pinwheels 2pm Centerville
Wed., July 28th Assortment of crafts 2pm Fremont Main
Thurs., July 29th Tissue Paper Fish 2pm Albany

Wed., Aug 11th Japanese Fish Mobiles 3pm San Lorenzo
Mon., Aug 16th Sand Art 2pm Castro Valley

Go to www.aclibrary.org , click on branches and pick a branch to see if they have any requirements for you to attend.

Mother's Day Tote Bags

I so enjoy working with the seniors. They are happy to see me and I am delighted to reconnect and visit with each of them. Today, we made tote bags. I was thrilled to see the creativity flow. One woman made a gift for her granddaughter, the rest of the ladies made a tote for themselves. Each one was very different, and all were very colorful and beautiful. While we work on our projects we share stories and enjoy time together. I look forward to each and every visit!

Upcoming Events

Saturday, May 1st, 2o1o A Homeschool 101 Workshop from 10:30-12, at the Newark Library. Registration is required. www.aclibrary.org

Saturday, May 22nd from 11-12 I will be teaching Butterfly/Native Gardening at the Newark Library. This event is open to all. There will also be a craft for the children.

Saturday, June 12th at 2:00 we will be creating a sand art piece at the Newark Library. This is a drop-in, free event.

Tuesday, June 29th at 2:00 we will make suncatchers at the Niles Library.

Catci Gardening with the Seniors

I had seniors waiting for me to arrive for this program. One woman was so happy to be able to do some planting, like she used to do when she owned her home. I had a couple of men join in too. We had a marvelous time talking about gardens, favorite plants and flowers and how beautiful the catci gardens were that they were creating. We had a pleasant afternoon, and each participant took home two catci to take care of.

Christie's Critters Visits the Newark Library

An excited room filled with children and adults greeted me as I began the show. The animals and reptiles get very active and expressive as they wait their turn to meet the children. This year, we had only one little guy that was afraid of touching the snakes, but with careful coaxing-he did and was so proud of himself afterwards. Moms and Dads get so much useful information regarding pets for their children, and their questions are great. The kids just love petting, touching and holding the menagerie of friends. Sprite, the bunny, continues to be the most popular with Torch, the Bearded Dragon in second. This time, I had many new babies and everyone had a blast getting to know them.