As a Children’s Librarian I am grounded by well-considered goals and objectives in my work bringing library service to the public. But one informal goal rules them all and that is “Libraries are Fun!” A fun library will linger in a child’s memory long into adulthood and instill a sense of belonging and ownership that no other goal can achieve. A recent visit from “Wild Rumpus Circus” met and surpassed this favorite goal of mine. The children and families who attended the lively program are still talking of the event and therefore, the library will live on for them as a very happy place. Action, comedy, costumes, masks, stilts, music, funny voices, juggling, participation, and hats are just some aspects of this family program that reminded everyone how important live theatre can be to young audiences. One hour spent in the company of this dynamic duo led to hours of extended play in the homes and imaginations of the children and adults in attendance. Lifelong learning at its best.

You got me started playing again, and I can’t thank you enough. I am now recommitted to exercising more and getting back into shape again.

I have nothing but positive things to say about the Wild Rumpus Circus members. They were easy and flexible to work with, adapted to our school schedule and facility, and were a wonderful creative addition to our educational program.

Dear Marcia and Jacob- What can I say that you haven’t already heard? You were a hit in Plain and you are a hit with me! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for making the pilgrimage to Plain! You have enriched my life and the lives of Plain’s residents with your professionalism and talent. We are grateful to you and hope you will be able to return soon.

Mars and Jacob, Advanced camp 2013 has come to an end, but really it is just the beginning. We, your circus family, would like to thank you for showing our children a world of expansion. Through these eyes of expansion they see the possibilities. They gain as they can give. They grow with inner confidence and a unique way of self expression. Your circus family would like to thank you for the endless hours during the day and night, your creative spirits and desire to share your talents with our children. You, too, are helping us raise our children to be confident, expressive and unique individuals. We love and appreciate you both! Take a bow and run away!!!