Ben Christensen – Jest Having Fun with Ben Christensen Comedy
To provide entertainment and learning for all ages through music, comedy, juggling and magic.
Evaluations completed: 50 evaluations completed by adults, 1 survey completed on behalf of 36 children. On the evaluations completed by adults: The question How would you rate this program? was asked, with answers based on a rating scale of "Great, Very Good, Average, Below Average and Poor." Great: 31 Very Good: 17 / Of the 48 adults that responded to this question, all 48 indicated a positive response. The question Would you attend another program of this kind if it were offered? was asked, of the 50 responses indicated, all 50 patrons indicated that "YES" they would attend another program. Children who have seen a library program previously? Eleven. Children who will return to see another library program? Thirty-six. Children who have previously checked out books on magic? Five. Children who want to check out books now to learn more about magic? Eighteen/ Adults' comments to the questions: What did you enjoy most about this program? "The kids' reactions!" "Kids' involvement to encourage reading." "Juggling, kids laughing and having fun!" "The magic acts – his rapport with the kids – very entertaining." What did you learn from attending this program? "Kids stayed focused and excited because the show was fun!" "That the library has a lot of things for kids' to do." "Juggling! Books in the library are available to check out about juggling." "I learned new facts about new places." What did you think about this program? "Great way to get kids in the library." "Great way to get excited about reading by seeing shows at the library." "It was a lot of fun for the kids and adults." "Performer's multi-talents made for a full program." "I love to expose my kids to new things."
Pioneerland Library System and Appleton Public Library, Benson Public Library and Kerkhoven Public Library. Partner Organization Contribution/Role in the Program: Appleton, Benson and Kerkhoven Public Libraries arranged for, promoted and provided space for the program.