Child’s Play Takes ‘Center’ Stage

Two end-of-semester events capped another fun-filled and instructive year at the Dunham Children’s Learning Center: The Penn College facility’s annual Family Appreciation get-together – in which children made turkey headbands and prepared snacks that were appropriately “gobbled” up – and a visit from mime Dan Kamin, who was in town for a holiday appearance with the Williamsport Symphony Orchestra.

– Photos by Tia G. La, student photographer

Modeling the latest in fall fashion

Mark T. Kriner Jr., a welding and fabrication engineering technology major from Williamsport, gets a loving mouthful from son Cody.

Kamin entertains preschoolers and their parents with his animated artistry.

Recruiting a partner-in-mime

Early childhood education students Janelle F. Keller (left), of Annville, and Mackenzie R. Ade, of Williamsport, contribute to the CLC’s success.

Children are entranced by Kamin’s talent.

A superhero joins the party!

With comedic flair and childlike wonder …

… the visitor elicits easy smiles.

With food this good, who needs utensils?!??!

Holding the children in thrall, Kamin taught them sound effects and how to inflate an imaginary balloon.

A mother and child reunion

It’s indisputable: There is nothing more contagious than a child’s giggle.

Let’s talk turkey

After engaging his appreciative audience in an interactive experience …

… Kamin takes a bow.