Sean Emery - Funny Guy, Juggling Stuff
The intended outcome of the program is to stimulate patron imagination and creativity. It will educate kids about being brave, facing adversity, being a good friend and working together. It will also expose patrons to new art formats. It will also create access to professional live art (music and theatre). Live art is dynamic; patrons can experience and be inspired by the energy that comes from a live performance.
Surveys were distributed to participants at all programs. 93% strongly agreed that this was an enjoyable experience and 89% strongly agreed that they would attend a similar event. Participants liked the family oriented fun for all ages and the combination of talent and comedy. Participants learned about focusing on the positive, practicing, perseverance and the commitment needed to be successful. Participants also learned about the clown college and history of clowns. Kids were amazed by his juggling and loved the danger and enthusiasm he brought to his art.
The following public libraries provided space, staff, and additional promotion for the programs: Aurora (at the school), Buhl, Calumet, Carlton (at the school), Chisholm, Cloquet, Coleraine(at the school), Cook, Duluth, Ely, Eveleth (at the school), Gilbert, Grand Marais, Grand Rapids, Hibbing, Hoyt Lakes, International Falls, Keewatin (at the Nashwauk community library), Marble, Moose Lake, Silver Bay (at the school), Two Harbors, and Virginia libraries and approximately 16 regional newspapers.