New Orleans jazz band to entertain children
Kids can party Mardi Gras-style Saturday with Jazzy Ash and the Leaping Lizards. Enjoy sounds from the Crescent City with this New Orleans jazz band. The musicians' high-energy show, blending different sounds, ranging from zydeco to bebop to swing will keep youngsters and their caretakers dancing. Jazzy Ash infuses some of her Trinidadian background in her grooves, so get ready to boogie.
Kids can party Mardi Gras-style Saturday with Jazzy Ash and the Leaping Lizards.
Enjoy sounds from the Crescent City with this New Orleans jazz band. The musicians' high-energy show, blending different sounds, ranging from zydeco to bebop to swing will keep youngsters and their caretakers dancing. Jazzy Ash infuses some of her Trinidadian background in her grooves, so get ready to boogie.
WXPN's Kids Corner, the Fids and Kamily Awards, and Metro Kids magazine all honored Jazzy Ash's 2014 album, Home, in year-end lists.
Popovich Comedy Pet Theater
Start the weekend with laughter Friday night at the world-famous Popovich Comedy Pet Theater at West Chester University's Asplundh Concert Hall, where juggler and comedian Gregory Popovich will show off his skills and talents alongside his performing pets.
The show features 15 cats and 10 dogs rescued from animal shelters that combine forces with human performers to demonstrate their entertainment chops. Balancing acts and clowns will also amuse.
Play-a-Palooza at Smith Playground
Celebrate the seasonal grand opening of Smith Memorial Playground from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday with the Play-a-Palooza party.
Families can explore Smith's 61/2 acres of play space while enjoying such activities as Philly Art Center's crafts, hands-on science from the Hacktory, soccer fun from Soccer Shots, and honeybee demonstrations from Manayunk Farm. Whole Foods' Callowhill store will provide healthy snacks.
The event is designed for children 10 and younger.