January 21, 2012, Saturday - Childish Films at Central Library

Time: 10:30am

Location: Pohlad Hall at Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall

Childish Films: Purple Doodles, Squiggles, and Dots

Watch vintage Harold and the Purple Crayon cartoons wildly interspersed with hand-drawn on film experiments by Norman McLaren.  Create your own imaginative journey through coloring activities with Children’s Theatre Company staff.

FILMS:

    Harold and the Purple Crayon © Weston Woods, 1969. 7 min.
    Dots © National Film Board of Canada, 1940. 2 min.
    A Picture for Harold’s Room © Weston Woods, 1971. 6 min.
    Loops © National Film Board of Canada, 1940. 3 min.
    Harold’s Fairy Tale © Weston Woods, 1974. 6 min.
    Boogie Doodle © National Film Board of Canada, 1948. 3 min.

Doors open at 10 am for seating, snacks, and hands-on activities. Live pre-show performances begin at 10:30 am.

Childish Films @ the Library is a free program of children’s cinema and arts for all ages. Each screening features a pre-show activity, an educational introduction, and complimentary healthy snacks. Admission is free with open seating to the public. Admission is free with open seating to the public.

Most films are best enjoyed by ages 3 and older, but children and people of all ages are welcome to attend. If you have specific questions about the content of a particular film, please e-mail our curators. Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Call 612.543.8107 for more information.