Homeward Bound Theatre Company: Sonflower Puppets

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$2,000
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
June 2014
End Date
June 2004
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Big Stone
Swift
Big Stone
Swift
Project Overview
Sonflower Puppets with Barbie Cox is an interactive show for children with singing, lots of laughing, and learning about animals through the art of puppetry.
Project Details
268 participated
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$2,000
Direct expenses
$2,000
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

The Sonflower Puppets will teach children about animals in a fun yet educational way using the art of puppetry.

Measurable Outcome(s)

The Sonflower Puppets teaches children in a fun yet educational way by utilizing the art of puppetry. Evaluation comments included: 'This program related well to kids through humor, rhythm, and encouraging kids to read.' ' Was a good mix of sitting and listening and getting kids moving. My 3 year old kept sneaking over and saying "Mommy, isn't this awesome?", 'The kids loved the puppets and the ladies voice.'

Source of Additional Funds

Appleton/Benson/Kerkhoven/Graceville/Ortonville libraries, local radio stations/newspapers, local friends groups.

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