Sunday, October 28, 2007, Noon–6 p.m.
MYSTERIOUS MUSIC
| Noon–12:30 | Mariachi Academy of New YorkToe-tapping traditional Mexican rhythms performed by kids ages 7–17Location: Main Stage Mariachi Academy of New York website |
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| 12:45–1:30 | Constant Wonder & the Wonder BandA virtual naturewalk of original songs about the earth, earwigs, and moreLocation: Main Stage Constant Wonder & the Wonder Band website |
| 1:45–2:30 | Bill Carney's Jug AddictsA raucous ruckus of ragtime, early blues, and Tin Pan Alley tunesLocation: Main Stage Bill Carney's Jug Addicts website |
| 2:30–2:45 | Lady Corvid and her Flock of CrowsBroken black umbrellas and crows on stilts take flight...caw, caw.Location: Main Stage |
| 2:00–2:45 | Gwendolyn and the Good Time GangAll the way from L.A., a band to rock your socks offLocation: Tractor Stage Gwendolyn and the Good Time Gang website |
| 2:45–3:30 | AudraRox"I Hope My Mama Says Yes" and other award-winning tunes that make kids shout, shimmy, and rock outLocation: Main Stage Audra Rox website |
| 3:45–4:30 | Slavic Soul PartyA funky romp of brash brass, Balkan beats, and gypsy groovesLocation: Main Stage Slavic Soul Party website |
WEIRD WORKSHOPS
| Noon–4:15 | Recycled Junk InstrumentsCreate your own instrument to take home (and bug your parents). |
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| Noon–4:15 | "Bug out!" Mask MakingTransform into a dragonfly, spider, ladybug, or the insect of your dreams. Presented by the Puppetry Arts TheaterPuppetry Arts Theater website |
| Noon–4:15 | Creepy Crawly Compost CrittersWorm power forever! Meet some wiggly worms and discover the Brooklyn Compost Project. |
| Noon–4:15 | Great Singing Gourds from Around the WorldJoin international folk singer Daria as she presents gourd instruments from Africa, Latin America, and beyond.Daria A. Mormaluk-Hajioannou website |
| Noon–4:15 | Sassafras Leaf Ghost PortraitsMake your own ghostly plant picture to take home. |
| Noon–4:15 | Shake, Rattle, and Roll with Gourd ShakersGet all shook up and create a gorgeous gourd instrument you can keep. |
| Noon–4:15 | Corn GrindingPut in a little elbow grease and try your hand at this traditional harvesting activity. |
| 12:30–2:30 | Northeastern Brazilian Drum and DanceShimmy, shake, and wiggle with Brazilian dance master Cacau Arcoverde and drummers from Maracatu NY.Maracatu NY website |
OTHER ODDITIES
| Noon–4:00 | Carouse with a Pack of Giant PuppetsTransform yourself and strut your stuff in our puppet menagerie. NOTE: Puppets can be signed out for the costume parade with an adult's driver's license or other valid ID.Puppeteers Cooperative website |
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| Noon–4:15 | Botanical Beads: Plants as JewelrySquash seeds and dried flowers are strung into wearable gems by jeweler Margarita Poulson. |
| Noon–4:15 | Ghouls and Gourds Tattoo ParlorGet inked! |
| 12:30–1:30 | Phydeaux's Flying Flea Circus of FateMarvel as these tiny acrobats hit the big top.Location: Tractor Stage |
| 2:00–4:15 | Carnivorous Plant FeedingsWatch as Morticia Addams (aka BBG Gardener Jennifer Williams) feeds her hungry house plants. |
| 3:00–4:00 | Phydeaux's Flying Flea Circus of FateMarvel as these tiny acrobats hit the big top.Location: Tractor Stage |
BATTY BOOK CORNER
| Noon–4:15 | Meet some of the regions's most exciting children's book authors and illustrators in person! Enjoy book signings and selected readings with: |
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DRAMATIC DRUM PARADE
| 4:30–5:45 | Costume Parade and Drum CircleNorthern Brazilian drum corps Maracatu NY leads our celebrated costume parade and drum circle like nobody's business! Join in the fun and carry larger-than-life puppets and colorful banners, make raucous music, shake your bag o' bones, or just show off your costume for all to see!Parade begins at the Main Stage. |
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Mariachi Academy of New York
Audra Rox
Constant Wonder & the Wonder Band
Slavic Soul Party
Bill Carney's Jug Addicts