Vetted Performer: Minnesota Zoo

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2018 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$3,350
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
Goodhue
Mower
Winona
Houston
Wabasha
Rice
Fillmore
Goodhue
Mower
Winona
Houston
Wabasha
Rice
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. Presentation-style program using live animals, biological artifacts, and theater techniques with a special focus on Minnesota animals. Zoomobile programs create a dynamic, personal and fun experience for people of all ages. The goal of all Zoomobile programs is to inspire a respect and a sense of stewardship for all life on earth.

Project Details

1432 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
$3,350
Other Funds Leveraged
$755
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)

Nearly every attendee expressed that they would be back to the library for future programs. Participants felt that they learned a lot about the animals, had hands on interaction, and were amazed by the knowledge of the presenter. Comments on the program and presenter included, " Engaging, knowledgeable, presenter", "The whole program was Amazing! Thank you (librarian) for taking the time to bring these SELCO programs to our small town!" and "(I enjoyed) the humor along with the very informative knowledge of the presenter".

Source of Additional Funds

Van Horn Public Library, Lake City Public Library, Zumbrota Public Library, LeRoy Public Library, LeRoy Community Center, Winona Public Library, Winona History Center, Caledonia Elementary School

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