This message comes from SFBAPG member, Elisheva Hart:

"In commemoration of National Library Week and the 200th Anniversary of Hans Christian Andersen's birth, the Friends of the San Rafael Public library present: AN EVENING WITH HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN, performed by Randel McGee. Friday, April l5th, 7:00 pm.

Suitable for adults and children ages 8 years and older. Randel McGee portrays H.C.Andersen as he may have shared his stories as he traveled among the rich and famous of Europe in the mid-l800's, complete with elaborate paper cut designs to illustrate the stories. Hear and enjoy some of the less familiar stories that show the wit, personality, and sensitivity that Andersen's stories are famous for. San Rafael Public Library, ll00 E Street (at Mission), San Rafael, Ca 415) 485-3322."

Note from Elisheva: Randel is doing storytelling, not puppetry. He is a former regional director of our Puppeteers of America Region. Check his website to see what other Bay Area appearances he will make during National Library Week. www.storyteaching.com

Randel's other performances in the Bay Area:

Saturday, April 9, 2:00 p.m. Pleasanton Library

Tuesday, April 12, 3:00 p.m. Orinda Library
Tuesday, April 12, 6:30 p.m. Kensington Library

Wednesday, April 13, 7:00 p.m. Santa Clara Library

Friday, April 15, 7:00 p.m. San Rafael Library