Star Michaelina Newman

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2013 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$888
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
June 2013
End Date
July 2013
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Blue Earth
Blue Earth
Project Overview
Magician Star Michaelina Newman brings magic and comedy to children of all ages with her high-energy, interactive presentation. Voted one of Minnesota’s “Top Young Magicians,” her unique performance incorporates her love of reading and encourages the young audience to learn, explore and grow through the magic of books.
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2011 Chapter 6, Article 4, Subdivision 4
2013 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$888
Other Funds Leveraged
$180
Direct expenses
$1,068
Administration costs
$22
Number of full time equivalents funded
0
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

The targeted audience will be positively encouraged to read and develop a habit of live-long learning through the performer’s program. She will share her love of books and the knowledge she has gained in her profession by using the resources available at the public library. Outcomes will be measured through post performance anecdotal responses and comments by those attending the programs.

Measurable Outcome(s)

The audience was truly impressed by the high level of energy and talent of this performer. Star encouraged reading and exploring more about magic and the performing arts through books available at their public libraries. Based on comments after the performance, many were very pleased by the show and truly amazed by her last magic trick. 395 participants were at 3 different programs in the county.

Source of Additional Funds

Local businesses in Lake Crystal and Mapleton, New Country 93, KEYC-TV, Mankato Free Press, Star Michaelina, Blue Earth County Library

Project Manager
First Name
Dayle
Last Name
Zelenka
Organization Name
Traverse des Sioux Library Cooperative
Street Address
1400 Madison Avenue, Suite 622
City
Mankato
State
MN
Zip Code
56002
Phone
(507)625-6169
Email
dzelen@tds.lib.mn.us
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200