The Zinghoppers' Kidz Dance Party

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1,000
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
April 2014
End Date
May 2014
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Renville
Renville
Project Overview
The Zinghoppers performed a summer reading themed musical show at Renville County West (RCW) Elementary in Renville, MN (5/8/14) and Gibbon Fairfax Winthrop (GFW) Elementary in Gibbon, MN.
Project Details
640 attendees
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013, Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1,000
Direct expenses
$1,000
Number of full time equivalents funded
n/a
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

This program will help generate excitement for the Summer Reading program, as well as reading in general. Children will also hear a musical performance which will help to culivate an interest in music.

Measurable Outcome(s)

From a parent: "The program got the kids really excited to spend the summer at the library." From a principal:" This was great, it was a fun afternoon and it really got the students excited to read over the summer." Plus, many excited comments from the students about the program and reading/participating in summer reading program.

Source of Additional Funds

GFW Elementary provided space for the performance. RCW Elementary provided space for the performance. They also helped with promotion of the event to students.

Project Manager
First Name
Mark
Last Name
Ranum
Organization Name
Pioneerland Library System
Street Address
461 5th St. SW, P.O. Box 327
City
Willmar
State
MN
Zip Code
56252
Phone
(320)235-6106 x79
Email
markr@pioneerland.lib.mn.us
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200