A Shadow Theater & Light Science Event at Wellesley Free Library

The Great Zodiac River Race

What happens when 2,000-year-old shadow theater meets modern light technology?

Join MGenius Academy and Ying Qu Fang – Shadow Joy Lab for The Great Zodiac River Race, a unique family-friendly event that brings science, storytelling, art, and culture together.

Through colorful shadow puppets, live storytelling, and an exploration of light and shadow, children and families will discover how an ancient art form can be transformed into something surprisingly modern.

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Event Details

Event Name: The Great Zodiac River Race
Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026
Time: 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Time Zone: Eastern Time – US & Canada
Location: Wakelin Room, Main Library
Venue: Wellesley Free Library
Audience: All Ages
Category: Children’s Event / External Presenter
Presented by: MGenius Academy and Ying Qu Fang – Shadow Joy Lab
Sponsored by: Friends of the Wellesley Free Libraries

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About the Event

The Great Zodiac River Race is a playful exploration of art, culture, storytelling, and the science of light. In this special program, participants will watch colorful shadow puppets come alive on stage while learning how light, shadow, movement, and technology work together to create visual storytelling.

This event is designed for curious minds of all ages and introduces children to both traditional shadow theater and modern STEM-based creativity.

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What Families Will Experience

Families and children will have the opportunity to:

• Watch a colorful shadow puppet performance
• Explore the connection between light, shadow, and storytelling
• Learn how ancient shadow theater can be combined with modern technology
• Experience a creative blend of STEM, art, and culture
• Enjoy an engaging children’s event at Wellesley Free Library

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Why This Event Matters

At MGenius Academy, we believe that meaningful learning happens when students connect creativity with real-world science. The Great Zodiac River Race introduces children to the physics of light and shadow through an artistic and cultural experience.

By combining traditional storytelling with modern light technology, this event helps young learners see how science can support creativity, performance, and design.

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Join Us at Wellesley Free Library

We are excited to partner with Wellesley Free Library and Shadow Joy Lab to bring this special children’s program to the community.

Families are welcome to attend and enjoy an afternoon of storytelling, creativity, culture, and hands-on STEM inspiration.