CARRABASSETT VALLEY — Children’s singer Rick Charette will bring his catchy and inspirational songs to Sugarloaf on Saturday, Feb. 13, as part of the ski resort’s Family Entertainment Series.

A lifelong resident of Maine, Charette has been capturing the imaginations and hearts of children and adults alike for many years. His performances blend original contemporary pop music and lyrics with activities that call for participation from audience members.

Among his popular songs are “Alligator in the Elevator,” “Where Do My Sneakers Go At Night?” and “I Love Mud.”
Charette is a graduate of the University of Southern Maine and holds degrees in music education and English. Elementary teachers across the country use his music in their classrooms as part of their language-arts programs.

He has been a featured speaker at the Northeast Whole Language Conference and a keynote speaker at the National Association For The Education of Young Children Conference in Washington D.C., as well as other educational conferences.

Charette travels throughout the United States and Canada, performing at schools and concert halls. He released his 10th album, “King Kong Chair,” in 2004.

The show will begin at 7 p.m. in Sugarloaf’s King Pine Room. Tickets are $6 in advance, $8 at the door. They are available at 1-800-THE-LOAF.