Author Event

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2017 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$200
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
September 2018
End Date
September 2018
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
McLeod
McLeod
Project Overview

Minnesota mystery author Christopher Valen will present an author program focusing on his writing process and his John Santana mystery series.

Project Details

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Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2011 Chapter 6, Article 4, Subdivision 4
2017 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$200
Direct expenses
$200
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

Those attending will have an opportunity to meet a Minnesota author and gain an understanding/appreciation for the difficulties and challenges of the writing process.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Audience members enjoyed hearing about Valen's books - especially the detailed information of his research and careful selection of book titles. Rather than have a completely pre-planned program, Valen spoke about the research/inspiration for each book, gave a brief book synopsis for each title - then opened the room to questions. And attendees had many thoughtful questions to ask!

Source of Additional Funds

Hutchinson Library, Hutchinson Event Center, Local newspapers, HCVN (local cable station)

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