Vetted Program: Pint-Sized Polkas

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$2,005
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
July 2014
End Date
June 2015
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Fillmore
Houston
Rice
Wabasha
Fillmore
Houston
Rice
Wabasha
Project Overview
The Vetted Programs were created by request of the SELCO public library directors. SELCO compiled a list of "Vetted Performers" who are contracted with SELCO to perform/present/etc. at our regional member libraries. This catalog is a valuable resource for SELCO's members and the Library Legacy funding allows programming to come to libraries that otherwise could not afford to have this rich variety of programs into their communities.
Project Details
969 participated
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$2,005
Other Funds Leveraged
$152
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

Provide an interactive musical experience to children of all ages. Enhance musical enjoyment through age-appropriate song and dance. Increase access to educational and family-friendly music. Encourage children to include more music in their daily lives.
Reinforce the idea that libraries are places to experience cultural or arts programming.

Measurable Outcome(s)

Several kids raised their hands when asked if they wanted to learn more about polka music. The adults felt it was very entertaining and interactive. They also are more likely to think of the library as a place to experience arts and cultural programming. It was 'real entertainment' and the children liked being able to be involved. Children and adults alike enjoyed the performance. The adults surveyed felt they would look at the library for more cultural and art events. All of the children said they would see a similar program at the library. The majority of adults rated the performance a 5. The only improvement would be to have it last a little longer.

Source of Additional Funds

Mabel Public Library, PEM Schools, Hokah Public Library, SELCO, Chatfield Public Library, Faribault: Buckham Memorial Library, Preston Public Library

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

1500 Highway 36 West
Roseville, MN 55113-4266

Phone
651-582-8200