Events at Observer Ranch
November 13, 2026 · 2:00–3:30 PM
Observer Ranch · Penrose, Colorado
Meet the Strings Family
With Rebecca MacNamee · Cañon City Strings
Have you ever wondered what it's like to play a string instrument? Come meet the string family! Local string teacher Rebecca MacNamee of Cañon City Strings will demonstrate the violin, viola, and cello and show how each one makes its own special sound. Then comes the best part: kids get to try the instruments themselves!
What's included
- Live demonstration of the violin, viola, and cello
- Hands-on time for every child to try the instruments, with one-on-one help
- No experience needed, and instruments are provided
Free for families. For kids ages 5–12. Registration is required; space is limited to 15 children. Starts at 2:00 PM on Friday, November 13, 2026, at Observer Ranch, 4509 CR 123, Penrose, CO 81240.
About your host
Rebecca MacNamee is a local string teacher and the founder of Cañon City Strings, offering violin, viola, and cello lessons in Cañon City. Her primary instrument is the viola, and her goal is to give kids the chance to see and hear string instruments live and try them for themselves.
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November 13, 2026 · 2:00–3:30 PM
Free Registration
Free
Ages 5–12 · Max 15 children · Registration required