Hooked on Books and the Arts Too!
Project Details by Fiscal Year
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$2,500
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
February 2015
End Date
February 2015
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Carver
Project Overview
Featured author Derek Anderson, will be the guest author at Hooked on Books morning event which includes free family fun supporting of reading and literacy. Venue will be supported by many local professionals offering age-appropriate activities, centered on reading and arts culture.
Project Details
2500 participated
Competitive Grant Making Body
Project Details: 2015 Fiscal Year
Legal Citation / Subdivision
Laws of Minnesota for 2013 Chapter 137, Article 4, Section 2, Subdivision 4
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$2,500
Other Funds Leveraged
$0
Direct expenses
$2,500
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)
An opportunity for parents/caregivers to provide cultural and literary community building experiences with their young children.
Measurable Outcome(s)
The Tenth Anniversary Year was brought about 2500 persons of all ages. Young and old joined in the event celebrating the joy of lifelong reading and the variety of art surrounding us. Families loved the variety as there was something for everyone. Author, Derek Anderson was on-site as a keynote speaker and later for book signing. A variety of entertainment, crafts, vendors, and activities were experienced.
Project Manager
First Name
Ken
Last Name
Behringer
Organization Name
MELSA
Street Address
1619 Dayton Avenue, Suite 314
City
Saint Paul
State
MN
Zip Code
55104
Phone
651-645-5731
Email
ken@melsa.org
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