Live Events

Ms. Christina leads live, interactive, musical programs for children and caregivers to enjoy together.

Patron feedback is always excellent for Ms. Christina’s visits at the library. The ukulele song time is tons of fun and parents always appreciate chatting with her after the program.

Jess Borchetta, Mary Riley Styles Public Library

Current / Upcoming

Culture Days Open Mic by Arts Milton

(In-Person) Country Heritage Park

  • When: Sunday, Sep 21, 2025 at 11 a.m. Eastern Time
  • A showcase of voices and talents during Ontario Culture Days
  • Bring your own lawn chair.
  • Get a free tractor ride!

Past

Ukulele Baby Lap Time Series

(In-Person) Mary Riley Styles Public Library

  • When: Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time — Summer 2025.
    • Jun 13
    • Jun 20
    • Jun 27
    • Jul 11
    • Jul 18
    • Jul 25
    • Aug 1
  • A series of multilingual lap sit programs with songs on the ukulele, rhymes, bounces, and playtime. For ages 0-2. Older siblings welcome.

She was totally prepared each time; succeeded in being inclusive of all, even in an extensive group of attendees.

Mary Lee Warren, Board Member, Friends of the Georgetown Waterfront Park

Children’s Story and Song Time — Outdoors!

(In-Person) Georgetown Waterfront Park

  • When: Three Thursdays this Summer 2025 at 10:30 a.m. Eastern Time
    • June 26
    • July 10
    • July 24
  • On the lawn near the Wisconsin and Water Street entrance to the Georgetown Waterfront Park in NW Washington, DC.

Dinosaur Pajama Party

(In-Person) Mary Riley Styles Public Library

  • When: Saturday, July 19 at 11am Eastern Time.
  • Dinosaur-themed songs, rhymes, books, and games in this pajama dance party for kids and families. Best for ages 0-5. Program is drop in; first come, first serve. Dinosaur pajamas encouraged!

Story Time at the Spring Market & Cherry Blossom Celebration

(In-Person) Museum of Contemporary Art Arlington (MoCAA)

  • When: APR 14, 2024 at 1 and 2:30pm.
  • Ms. Christina performs two story time sets in a vibrant and fun-filled afternoon of live music, local vendors, and art-making. For ages 0-5 and families.

Sing, Rhyme, and Play LIVE with Ms. Christina

(Virtual) YouTube LIVE @RhymeSing

  • Winter 2024 session available to view at your convenience.
  • An 8-part series of YouTube LIVE programs for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers to enjoy together. Engage in songs, rhymes, games, and books—and visit library websites around the world looking for joyful programs and early literacy tips.

Augusta Baker Storytelling Experience with Ms. Christina and Storytime Solidarity

(Virtual) University of South Carolina School of Information Science

  • Description: A joyful experience of songs, rhymes, and books that celebrate neurodiversity, gender-neutrality, and the power of good food to bring us all together.
  • When: SEP 12, 2023

Dance With Your Baby!

(In-Person) Mary Riley Styles Public Library

  • Description: A fun time of live ukulele songs, dancing, and bubbles for ages 0-2.
  • When:
    • JUL 28, 2023
    • JUL 7, 2023