Vetted Performer: Lynn and Robert Halbrook_The Lyceums

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2018 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$1,024
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
Fillmore
Wabasha
Fillmore
Wabasha
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. The Lyceums offer several programs, and all introduce various books according to a theme that are presented with a healthy dose of magic show tricks and tales.

Project Details

300 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
$1,024
Other Funds Leveraged
$200
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)

Almost everyone said they want to come back to the library for more programs. Attendees liked the tricks, the interaction, and the connection to reading. Many commented that this show really delivered a fun, varied, and magical experience. Some highlights that people remarked on include, "The children liked being able to participate", (They) did an excellent job of engaging the children, telling funny jokes and promoting reading", and "All of the kids I talked wo after the show wanted to learn about magic tricks or bunnies!"

Source of Additional Funds

Wabasha 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