The Kids Corner Garden Stage*

Hosted by Kathy O'Connell

Saturday, July 12th

Bubboon's Tunes

Bubboon & Bubbles are officially known as "Bubboon's Tunes" and in real life they are the creative team of Bill and Jennifer Winegardner, who write, record, and perform their own music, including the Kids Corner classic tune "The Cheese Song"! Bill first created his character, Bubboon, the Royal Fool, at a Renaissance festival. Their voices are comedic, exaggerated, and over the top, which serves the content of the songs perfectly. All of their songs - including their latest hit "Worm Collection" - are truly foolish, completely goofy and ridiculous, and kids (and adults) will find them vastly entertaining!

Set Time: Kids Corner Stage, Saturday from 12-12:45pm
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Song Clip: The Cheese Song
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Two of a Kind

Two of a Kind delights audiences of all ages with their music, good humor and audience participation. This award-winning, nationally touring, husband-wife duo specializes in interactive musical programs for children and families. David and Jenny Heitler-Klevans have been singing together since 1987. Their beautiful harmonies accompanied by David's powerful, rhythmic guitar playing and Jenny's multi-ethnic percussion instruments create magic on stage... add some puppets, movement, and stories - and it's a recipe for fun!

Set Time: Kids Corner Stage, Saturday from 1-1:45pm
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Song Clip: Harriet The Spy
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Bill Harley

A Grammy award winning artist, Bill uses song and story to paint a vibrant and hilarious picture of growing up, schooling and family life. His work spans the generation gap, reminds us of our common humanity and challenges us to be our very best selves. A prolific author and recording artist, Bill is also a regular commentator for NPR's "All Things Considered" and featured on PBS. He joined the National Storytelling Network's Circle of Excellence in 2001 and tours nationwide as an author and performing artist.
(Official Website Bio)

Set Time: Kids Corner Stage, Saturday from 2-2:45pm
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Song Clip: 50 Ways to Fool Your Mother
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Steve Pullara & The Cool Beans Band

There is something about a Steve Pullara show that connects with kids in a special way. Maybe it's the infectious joy in his performance. Maybe it's the way he brings together music and art and kids. Maybe it's the good feeling he gives their parents. Or, it could be his love for all things Italian! No matter what it is, you can be sure that Steve Pullara & The Cool Beans Band are always a friendly, fun experience for the entire family!

Set Time: Kids Corner Stage, Saturday from 4-4:45pm
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Song Clip: Pasta Pasta Pasta
Purchase Steve Pullara & The Cool Beans Band from Amazon.com

Skip Denenberg

With styles ranging from country to pop and rock to children's music, Skip's music can be heard in all forms. Phillies fans know Skip Denenberg from his moving tribute to Veterans Stadium, "Concrete and Steel". Skip added to his Phillies resume in 2004 and presented the Phillie Phanatic with his very own song, "A Little Bit Phanatic". Most recently, Skip has embraced Harry Potter in the Kids Corner mega-hit "Teach Me Your Magic". So, come and be sure to either wear your Phillies colors or your best Potter outfit!

Set Time: Kids Corner Stage, Saturday from 5-5:45pm
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Song Clip: Teach Me Your Magic
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Sunday, July 13th

Kids Corner Birthday Celebration Sunday, 2pm!

Stick around between Audra Rox and Miss Amy's sets on Sunday as we celebrate the 20th Anniversary of Kids Corner - complete with birthday hats, colorful beads and the presentation of the Big Birthday Card to Kathy O'Connell! Get there early and be sure to sign it!

John Hadfield

John Hadfield, most famous for highly-requested song "Monkeys In The House" has been performing for families for years! John also spends his free time competing in dog agility with his (Akita) dog Kenny, is a black belt in aikido, ski races with the Wilmington Ski Club and owns a Robot Monkey Head - the title of his latest CD! Besides Crash the Clown and The Crash Brothers, John performs The Science Show and Monkeys In The House: John Hadfield in Concert.

Set Time: Kids Corner Stage, Sunday from 12-12:45pm
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Song Clip: Robot Monkey Head
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Audra Rox

Singer/songwriter/music educator Audra Tsanos has been rocking out with New York City families for the past eight years. AudraRox, her high-energy kid-rock band, is made up of six professional musicians, (mostly) moms and dads, who perform insightful, original songs that tackle everything from lost shoes and broken toys to sugar highs and short attention spans with a wry wit that appeals equally to children and their parents. The band’s critically acclaimed debut CD, I Can Do It By Myself!, features Audra’s impeccably smooth vocals, catchy sing-along melodies, and a distinctive blow-the-roof-off-the-playhouse sound. AudraRox has performed live at Symphony Space and the Knitting Factory in NYC, the Nickelodeon Hotel in Orlando, and Radio Disney’s Peanut Butter & Jams @ the World Cafe Live in Philadelphia.
(Official Website Bio)

Set Time: Kids Corner Stage, Sunday from 1-1:45pm
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Song Clip: Short Attention Span

Miss Amy

Miss Amy is a spirited and lively singer/songwriter who grew up in Kansas. Delighting multitudes of children and adults with her live shows, she has appeared at venues through-out the central New Jersey and Philadelphia area, including World Cafe Live, the Philadelphia Academy of Fine Arts, McCarter Theatre and major NJ state funded special events. Miss Amy has won wide acclaim for family entertainment by fostering children's imaginations through her music - and it's a great way to start off another fun day of live music on the Kids Corner stage!

Set Time: Kids Corner Stage, Sunday from 3-3:45pm
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Song Clip: Penguin Dance
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Video: Miss Amy with Happy Duck

Ernie & Neal

Not your average family entertainment, Ernie & Neal's enthusiasm and professionalism know no bounds. Typical of a show is the entire audience, young and old alike, dancing in - and out - of their seats. Ernie & Neal encourage audience participation from beginning to end. The kids enjoy making music, dancing, singing and acting out the various songs as Ernie & Neal explore the many different genres of music, including rock, reggae, ska, jazz, folk, and more. They truly "Rock The House"!

Set Time: Kids Corner Stage, Sunday from 4-4:45pm
Website
Song Clip: Preschool Punk
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Video: Pink Piggy Polka Pancake Picnic,
(Recorded at World Cafe Live)

John Flynn

From "The Duck Song"and "Roadkill Cafe" to "My Brother Ricky's For Sale"and "A Manatee Sneezed On Me", John Flynn has been part of the Kids Corner family since his very first CD came out back in 1993. For the past 14 years, kids and adults have grown to love a John Flynn concert experience - and it's become a tradition to close out the Kids Corner stage at our annual festival with a powerful performance from John Flynn. Come out and sing along!

Set Time: Kids Corner Stage, Sunday from 5-5:45pm
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Song Clip: A Manatee Sneezed On Me
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*Please note:

Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times while in the Camden Children's Garden. All performances and activities are subject to change based upon weather conditions.