The Randy Christensen Reading Show
Project Details by Fiscal Year
2015 Fiscal Year Funding Amount
$325
Fund Source
Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund
Recipient Type
Libraries
Status
Completed
Start Date
July 2015
End Date
July 2015
Activity Type
Education/Outreach/Engagement
Counties Affected
Nicollet
Project Overview
Randy Christensen presented a reading show for families on Wednesday, July 22nd at 10:00 am. He used the art of juggling, ventriloquism, puppetry, magic, and stories to encourage families to read and use their library.
Project Details
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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
$325
Other Funds Leveraged
$125
Proposed Measurable Outcome(s)
Children will have a greater appreciation for the art of showmanship after the program
Children will have a greater sense of determination because of the 'Anything is Possible' message
Children will check out related materials
Measurable Outcome(s)
Because they attended this show, many of the children visited the library, and in the process, improved their reading skills. The children enjoyed the show and earned a greater appreciation for the art of showmanship. Also, Randy stressed the importance of believing that anything is possible if you keep learning. Many children will be able to use these beliefs to make a positive impact in our communities.
Source of Additional Funds
City of North Mankato, Taylor Library
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
56002-5488
Phone
507-625-6169
Email
dzelen@tds.lib.mn.us
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