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Never Play Music Right Next to the Zoo is the featured story for North Oregon Coast Symphony’s May Musical Storytime. This zany picture book follows a boy who attends a concert next to the zoo. Bored with the performance, he begins dozing off when suddenly the animals take over
the stage. The humorous verse is full of zoo creatures and instruments that children will want to learn more about. The artwork is vibrant and
engaging. Children will be giggling at both the song and the illustrations, such as the one of a hippo playing a tuba.
These free readings, for children ages 2 to 5, will feature a live accompaniment by multiple North Oregon Coast Symphony musicians; including flute, oboe, drums and violin. After the reading, preschoolers will participate in making their own music with a variety of instruments provided.
the stage. The humorous verse is full of zoo creatures and instruments that children will want to learn more about. The artwork is vibrant and
engaging. Children will be giggling at both the song and the illustrations, such as the one of a hippo playing a tuba.
These free readings, for children ages 2 to 5, will feature a live accompaniment by multiple North Oregon Coast Symphony musicians; including flute, oboe, drums and violin. After the reading, preschoolers will participate in making their own music with a variety of instruments provided.
The violins used in this program were purchased
through a grant funded by Clatsop County Cultural Coalition and Oregon Cultural Trust. We thank both organizations for their generosity.
The first reading will be held on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 10:30 at the Astoria Library. There will be a second reading at the NorthTillamook Library in Manzanita on Monday, May 11, 2026 at 10:30. The
last story time will be held at the Seaside Library on Wednesday, May13, 2026 at 10:30.
Similar events are planned monthly in partnership between North Oregon Coast Symphony, North Tillamook Library, Seaside Library, and
Astoria Library. For more information, visit the symphony’s website at www.nocsymphony.org. or www.astoria.gov/dept/Library at 503-325-7323.