The Magic of Dr. Seuss

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$300
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
February 2017
End Date
February 2017
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Meeker
Meeker
Project Overview

In this literary magic show, Professor Marvel (Robert Halbrook) introduces children and their parents to the magic of Dr. Seuss. He relates his magic to Dr. Seuss's many books and relies on audience participation to help with his magic tricks.

Project Details

11 participated

Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$300
Direct expenses
$300
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

This event will teach children (and their parents!) about the fun of reading and give them an opportunity to interact with each other in a fun environment.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Everyone who attended very much enjoyed the program. Audience participation is the key in Mr. Halbrook's programs and he selects audience members to come on stage to participate. Patron comments include: "Learned that we should read everyday!" "This was a very nice activity to bring kids to." " That magic is really fun and funny."

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
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Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200