Come to the Bainbridge Public Library for a special showing of the classic fairytale, “The Shoemaker and the Elf,” presented by Mary Shaver Marionettes at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 17.

Watch as the miniature world of marionettes enchants your children, bringing to life the tale of a poor shoemaker puzzled by the mystery of who could be crafting beautiful shoes in his workshop at night.

Who could be making shoes for the sweet old shoemaker? Will his daughter overcome her baking issues? And can a Queen ever collect too many shoes? Children adore the thrill of anticipation as they watch the shoemaker puzzle his way through the mystery of beautifully finished shoes.

This charming production is live-voiced, complete with 5-inch to 10-inch marionettes, lush red velvet drapes, colorful lighting, detailed scenery and classical music.

Mary Shaver, puppeteer extraordinaire, is an award-winning puppeteer. Her productions are seen from universities to preschools, libraries to museums, USA to Europe.

The program is free.