Library Open House Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the library building & recent renovation - Kevin Kling

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2018 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
November 2018
End Date
November 2018
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Cottonwood
Cottonwood
Project Overview

Kevin Kling, well-known author, playwright, story teller, and popular commentator on NPR's "All Things Considered" will be the featured speaker at our Library Open House. This Open House is a thank you to our community of library supporters and also a way to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of our library building as well as our recent building renovation.

Project Details

45 participated

Legal Citation / Subdivision
2017 Minnesota Special Session Laws, Chapter 91 - HF.No 707, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 5
2018 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1
Other Funds Leveraged
$500
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

To experience a program by such a gifted teller of tales is a gift in and of itself. Kling delivers humorous as well as tender stories which nearly everyone can relate to and could be just the encouragement other potential authors or storytellers may need to share their creativity and talents. His autobiographical tales are as enchanting as they are true to life and he has a way of inspiring people and bringing them together. This type of program can foster such a positive spirit in a community. Participant evaluations and anecdotal responses will be collected.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Kevin Kling is one of the BEST when it comes to storytelling! His stories are so relative to everyday life and inspiring for young and old alike. The audience was enamored with all he shared and Kling added more time to the program because the audience was so engaged and responsive. For weeks after the program, we received many positive comments and requests to have Kevin Kling come again. Here are a few comments from attendees:
"Excellent!"
"One of the best programs--Ever!!"
"I enjoyed the stories--he reminded us the importance of saving and savoring our memories."
"Laughter is good--even when life "sucks"!"
"Look for blessings! "Thank You!" works"
"Humor is necessary for storytelling."
"He helps you to appreciate the small things in life!"
"I absolutely loved it! Kevin is a great guy."
"Very fun--wonderful speaker--enjoyed very much!"

Source of Additional Funds

Friends of the Library, City of Mountain Lake

Project Manager
First Name
Jim
Last Name
Trojanowski
Organization Name
Plum Creek Library System
Street Address
290 S. Lake Street, P.O. Box 697
City
Worthington
State
MN
Zip Code
56187
Phone
507-376-5803
Email
jtrojanowski@plumcreeklibrary.net
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200