The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey clowns David and Cherie Gregg will make a special appearance at Rockford Public Library’s Starlight Storytime on Tuesday, October 2 from 6:30 – 7:15 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium, 215 N. Wyman St. (Enter from Mulberry St).  This promotion is part of the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey’s circus tour scheduled to be in Rockford November 6^th – 7^th.

Kid of all ages can listen to clown stories, sing songs, make a clown-inspired craft and meet these amazing characters from the circus. Kids are encouraged to wear their pajamas to this family fun-filled event.

“Clowns have long been the best storytellers, comedians and acrobats and the Barnum and Bailey clown is the best of the best,” said Sue Stevens, Youth Services Manager at Rockford Public Library. “We are excited to give the families at this event the chance to interact directly with what has been described as the greatest show on earth.”

Registration is not required. This program is free and open to the public.

For more information, please call 815-965-7606 ext 676.

About the Library

The Rockford Public Library, founded in 1872 as the second library in Illinois, currently has six facilities, including the Main Library and five Branch Libraries. The Rockford Public Library’s mission is to enhance community life and development by informing, educating, entertaining, and providing cultural enrichment to all people of all ages by collecting information to address the diverse interests of our dynamic community.

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