An Evening with William Kent Krueger

Project Details by Fiscal Year
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$126
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
March 2014
End Date
March 2014
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Waseca
Waseca
Project Overview
William Kent Krueger’s book “Ordinary Grace” was chosen as Montgomery’s 2014 Community Read selection. The community read is a yearly opportunity for readers of the Montgomery area to have a shared literary experience. Mr. Krueger’s appearance helped participants to gain further insight into the book.
Project Details
55 participated
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
2014 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$126
Direct expenses
$126
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)

A written evaluation form was available at the program for participants to fill out. A majority of program attendees were expected to gain a greater appreciation for reading, a recognition of the importance of sharing ideas and interpretations, and an enjoyment from the author’s presentation.

Measurable Outcome(s)

The following results were compiled from collected evaluation forms: 100% of participants enjoyed the author’s presentation. In particular “his personal reflections,” “his motivation and method of writing,” and “his love of sharing with people.” 90% of participants have shared their thoughts on the book with another person. 100% of participants have a greater appreciation for reading after finishing this book or listening to the author speak. Activity Details: Event Dates, Locations and Attendance at each individual event: March 13, 7 p.m. at the Montgomery Public Library. Attendance: 55. Partner Organization(s): Community Education of Montgomery-Lonsdale-LeCenter and the Montgomery Area Friends of the Library. Partner Organization(s) Contribution/Role in the Program: Publicity, planning, refreshments. Additional details clarifying the program outcome: Mr. Krueger was able to connect with everyone present with his inspirational stories of writing and personal reflection. Everyone in attendance was so appreciative of his appearance and his great approachability.

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