New Jersey Dance Theatre Ensemble will host a free community story time of “The Nutcracker” at the Summit Free Public Library at 75 Maple Street in Summit on Saturday, November 18, at 2pm.

Open to all children in the community ages 4-10, this free special event will feature the telling of the classic Nutcracker tale by E.T.A. Hoffman by Montclair Library staff.  Featuring Samantha Wolf, age 12, who will perform the starring role of Clara along with Fritz and other characters of NJDTE’s full-length production of ”The Nutcracker” this December, will appear in costume to answer questions, sign autographs and take photos with the children in attendance.