Paws to Read with the Zinghoppers

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$700
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
July 2014
End Date
July 2014
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Jackson
Jackson
Project Overview
Utilizing state of the art sound and projection, the Zinghoppers band invites kids on a musical concert journey to the zoo where they'll experience lots of animals up clos and personal. Along the way we'll also celebrate books and reading. Fun, fresh and fully interactive, this show encourages audiences participation and patrons will be dancing, singing and zinghopping along. 2 programs were held, 10:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Project Details
44 participated
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$700
Direct expenses
$700
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

Their work combines a strong educational background with the knowledge of a preschool audience. the show is entertaining and compelling. the Zinghoppers have a commitment to honoring young children and furthering their education through interactive music, movement and fun.  Anecdotal responses will be collected.

Measurable Outcome(s)

No measurable outcomes achieved. Many of the children did not participate in the actions of the music due to the lack of encouragement from the presenter plus the video did not match the audio. Several children and their parents left the event before it was finished.

Source of Additional Funds

No partners.

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