Funnyman Fred Penner highlights kids fest

Funnyman Fred Penner highlights kids fest Fred Penner, one of Canada's most celebrated children's entertainers, committed his life to the world of entertainment when he was just a young man in the early '70s after tragedy struck his family. "What we need to do is really focus on the kids. Having been a pioneer in the industry for forty years, he said children's entertainment has been watered down by businesses looking to make money, rather than working on a philosophy of putting kids first. Penner, who asked that his age not be shared, says he feels like he's 30 years old, based on the life, emotional energy and youthful exuberance he continues to exude. The battles which are raging in every corner of this planet are constant," Penner began, "and the only way, I think, to find a balance in this is through human contact. Moreover to music, there will also be kids crafts, face painting, children's yoga, storytelling and a bouncy castle. "We're in an absolutely messed up world. That's why, he said, events like this weekend's Island Children's Festival, are crucial. "There needs to be a whole new level of commitment of work for children and families. Penner will headline this Saturday's Island Children's Festival at the Island Montessori House School at 5575 W. "Never underestimate your ability to make a difference in the life of a child. Funnyman Fred Penner highlights kids fest Trade News selected by Local Linkup on 09/05/2012