Author Jeane Cooney

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$395
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
April 2017
End Date
April 2017
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Big Stone
Big Stone
Project Overview

The "Tasty Book Club" will read author Jeanne Cooney's book 'Hotdish Heaven." Participants will make a dish using a recipe in the book, meet to share a potluck and to discuss the book. The author will then present a public talk focusing on her books and her creative process.

Project Details

32 participated

Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$395
Direct expenses
$395
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

Participants in this event will have the chance to try out some of the recipes prepared by Book Club members. Then will hear about the author's books, her creative process, and her life in Northern Minnesota and how it contributes to her writing. The 'Tasty Book Club' hopes to gain new members following this program.

Measurable Outcome(s)

The program was humorous and the author was very down to earth. Attendees learned about the process of writing a book and getting it published. Food, Author, and presentation were all enjoyable. Comments: 'I like her (authors) dedication to the regional aspect of her books.' I brought my daughter to this program as she is a budding writer. It was so much fun to share the evening with her.'

Source of Additional Funds

Friends of the Ortonville Public Library

Project Manager
First Name
Laurie
Organization Name
Pioneerland Library System
Street Address
410 5th St. SW, P.O. Box 327
City
Willmar
State
MN
Zip Code
56201
Phone
(320) 235-6106 x28
Email
laurie.ortega@pioneerland.lib.mn.us
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200