Vetted Performer: Jen Anfinson

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2018 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$2,841
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
July 2018
End Date
June 2019
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Houston
Fillmore
Mower
Houston
Fillmore
Mower
Project Overview

The Vetted Programs were created by request from SELCO public library directors and intended to involve less library staff time dedicated to individual programming plans. Library staff expressed a desire for a simple, turnkey program approach that they could easily implement and manage for their communities. SELCO and the Vetting Committee maintain a catalog of performers on contract with SELCO to provide their services. Jen Anfinson presents multiple creative workshops where participants can create jewelry, learn calligraphic script, construct a fairy garden, learn about gemstones and have their own jewelry examined, or turn books into art.

Project Details

76 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
$2,841
Other Funds Leveraged
$620
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

Attendees will have an enhanced knowledge and understanding of the topic.
Attendees will have a Positive Experience at the library.
After seeing this program, people will want to return to the library for future programs.
Patrons and librarians will express that vetted programs are of high quality.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Participants in these hands-on workshops all said the program exceeded expectations and that they would return to the library for more programs. People loved making something, and having instruction on new artforms. Some comments include, "The instructor was so easy going and approachable. It was fun to learn a new artistic skill. I plan on continuing this type of activity." and "(I liked) learning more about art".

Source of Additional Funds

Austin Public Library, Caledonia Public Library

Project Manager
First Name
Krista
Last Name
Ross
Organization Name
Southeastern Libraries Cooperating
Street Address
2600 19th Street NW
City
Rochester
State
MN
Zip Code
55901-0767
Phone
507-288-5513
Email
kross@selco.info
Administered By
Administered by
Location

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200