Afraid of Clowns?!

Imagine your library turned into the center ring! Marvel at children turned into wild animals! Be amazed by young clowns and tightrope walkers! Based on Moogie's acclaimed "Afraid of Clowns?!" program, this is ideal for preschoolers who've never seen a real live clown or who may be hesitant about one. Moogie shows up in her everyday clothes. While the children are enchanted by her silly antics she transforms into a clown. Once she becomes a clown, she and the children create their own circus.  Through the power of imagination, Moogie's rainbow parachute becomes a circus tent. An adventure in pretending!
This innovative program  is most appropriate for ages 3 - 7 and last about 45 minutes. The fee is $225. Mileage charges may apply. Discounts for additional programs on the same day in the same library system.

Moogie has her bags packed and the show is on the road again!

Moogie brought her "Afraid of Clowns?!" program to all these places...

Somerville Public Library

Readington Township Library

Border's Books & Music (E.Brunswick)

Three Bridges Public Library

Dunellen Public Library

Border's Books & Music (Bridgewater)

Flemington Public Library

Raritan Township Public Library

North Plainfield Public Library

Middlesex Public Library

Bound Brook Public Library

South Plainfield Public Library

Clarence Dillion Library - Bedminister

Readington Township Library

Rocky Hill Library

Westfield Public Library

Bunvale Library

Your visit during Toddler Tales this past week was truly a joy. I have known some of these youngsters since they were practically babies and have never seen them so enraptured or animated as when they were interacting with you during your clown program. It was a very special part of our National Library Week Celebration.
And if there's anything I can do to get the word out that "Moogie the Clown is GREAT!" please let me know,

- Mary Ellen Monahan, Children's Librarian,
Flemington Free Public Library

Moogie the Clown's "’Afraid of Clowns?!" Program was featured on "News 12 New Jersey" and in several newspapers.

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Suggestions for parents

Put yourself in your child's place. To you, A clown is an old friend. To a young child, a clown is someone who looks, dresses and acts differently than the people they are used to. They do not have your frame of reference and a clown is a stranger. Take some time to prepare them for the experience. Find a picturebook or video about clowns. Describe what Clowns look like and how they may dress and act differently than what your child is used to. Don't make the suggestion that, "You might be scared" because your child might think you're suggesting that clowns are something to be feared. The more prepared and positive your child feels, the more likely a positive outcome. Be accessible to your child, it is a new experience, stay within view, preferably within reach if your little one is unsure. Take your time and don't rush her into the experience. Little children might be fascinated by a clown from a distance but face to face may be an entirely different matter. Move in slowly and if your child seems tentative, let him sit back and watch while other children interact with the clown. Parents might also want to shake hands with the clown and chat for a few minutes to show that this strange person is fun, not frightening. A parent should keep an eye out for "hyper" entertainers -- the ones who talk too loud and move too fast. Head them off when necessary. Fear of costumed characters is normal. You needn't be embarrassed by it and don't compare your child to other children who are enjoying the experience it's o.k. if your child doesn't like clowns -- life will go on and the child who reacts with dismay this year may be the very one who want to run off to join the circus next year.

For information about Moogie the Clown’s "Afraid of Clowns?!" program for libraries, nursery schools and kindergartens, as well as party and event booking information, contact her at (908)725-1213

Thanks for visiting!
Moogie the Clown

Thanks for visiting!
Moogie

718-857-9409 moogieland@gmail.com 908-725-1213