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| Mad Science Presents " On Your Mark, Get Set, Read….Rube Goldberg Style"! | 3 to 80 | 45 minutes | 913-888-8877 | info@madsciencegkc.com | $300.00 plus travel charge | https://kansascity.madscience.org/ | Mad Science will bring to life an interactive Rube Goldberg Machine that will set off a series of hilarious chain reactions with a simple goal in mind: to open a book. What better way to inspire a child's life-long adventure in the world of books and literature! | None | 11368 Strang Line Road, Lenexa, KS 66215 | All of the Mid Continent Public Libraries | 1/20/2016 0:59:45 |
| Jeff Quinn | 7-adult | 1 hour | (402) 339-6726 | jqmagic@cox.net | varies depending on distance and number of shows booked in the area. Jeff works hard to keep his fees affordable. | http://www.bestlibrarymagician.com | Magic Class | none | 18880 Leavenworth St. Elkhorn, NE 68022 | Robin Clark @ Emporia Library, Kim Priest @ Mary Cotton Public Library in Sabetha | 1/20/2016 17:25:27 |
| Prof. Whaat's Let's Find Out Show | 4-12 | 30-45 minutes | 9134412309 | thejohnrobison@gmail.com | $150 plus travel, discounts for multiple programs in area or multiple bookings. | The world is a fascinating place, and Prof. Whaat wants to discover everything about it! Featuring live music, interviews with curious kids as well as grownup experts, and lots of questions and answers, this live talk show is the perfect mix of entertainment and education! Topic of the show can be tailored to match whatever theme you like! | none | 2120 E 25th Ct, Lawrence, KS 66046 | Lawrence Public Library | 12/13/2018 15:54:49 | |
| Lavinia Roberts | K-5th grade | 2 hours | 917.691.8588 | laviniaroberts@yahoo.com | $25 for materials (unless library already has necessary materials), $80 for teaching artist fee, + mileage | https://laviniaroberts.com/teaching-artist-work/ | Puppet Palooza: An Art Extravaganza, elementary age artists will create a hand puppet using paper sculpture techniques. | 849 E 1000 Rd, Lawrence, KS 66047 | Susan Crutchfield, Newnan Carnegie Library, Newnan, GA, Sr. Carnegie Assistant Adult Programs scrutchfield@cityofnewnan.org 770-683-1347, Gretchen Andrews Librarian IV Youth Services | Hilo Public Library Hawaii State Public Library System 300 Waianuenue Ave., Hilo, HI 96720 | (808) 933-8890 Email: gretchen.andrews@librarieshawaii.org | Web: librarieshawaii.org | 4/8/2019 18:49:12 | |
| Page Turner Adventures, Lisa Nadel | 4-12 | 30-60 minutes per day | 5155546162 | kirk.marsh@me.com | 250-500 | PageTurnerAdventures.com or more specifically https://pageturneradventures.com/virtual-storyology-summer/ | 10 Week Virtual Summer Reading Program | None | 6450 Pinyon Pine Ct. Lake Worth, FL 33462 | This is a list of some of the libraries we have performed at over the last couple of years. Plus where we were supposed to perform this year. You can look here: https://pageturneradventures.com/calendar/ to see the rest of the Performing Arts Centers, schools, and other venues we have also performed at over the last several years. May 30-June 10, 2020 Lafayette Area Libraries, Lafayette, LA June 17-18, 2020 Natchitoches Public Libraries, Natchitoches, LA June 19, 2020 LaSalle Parish Libraries, Jena, LA June 22-24, 2020 Shreve Parish Libraries June 25-26, 2020 Jackson Parish Libraries June 29-July 1, 2020 Santa Rosa County Libraries, Santa Rosa County, FL July 8-11, 2020 Orange County Libraries, Orange County, Fl, July 20, 21, 22, 23, 2020 Eastern Shore Libraries, Eastern Shore, MD July 30, 2020 Southeast Steuben County Library, Corning, NY August 8, 2020 Bethpage Public Library, Bethpage, NY, une 20-21, 2019 Calcasieu Parish Libraries, Lake Charles, LA June 26, 2019 LaSalle Parish Libraries, Jena, LA June 27-28, 2019 Jackson Parish Libraries, Jonesboro, LA, July 9, 2019 North Palm Beach Library, North Palm Bch, FL July 13, 2019 Southwest Regional Library, Pembroke Pines, FL, July 19, 2019 Pompany Beach Library, Pompano Beach, FL July 22, 2019 North Bellmore Public Library, North Bellmore, NY July 23, 2019 Greenwood Lake Public Library, Greenwood Lake, NY July 25, 2019 Southeast Steuben County Library, Corning, NY, and many more were booked for this year. | 5/26/2020 13:49:37 |
| Abraham Lincoln by Kevin Wood | all ages (note: I offer programs in both English and Spanish) | varies (30-90 minutes) | 708-948-7017 (home), 708-979-3093 (cell) | abe@mrlincoln.com | $150 for virtual pre-recorded; $250 for virtual live; $250 + travel for in-person live | http://www.mrlincoln.com | first-person historical portrayals of Abraham Lincoln (in-person or virtual) | none, but to keep travel costs down it's best to arrange a tour with other libraries, schools, senior residences, etc. (I live in Chicago) | 333 S. Oak Park Ave., Unit 2N; Oak Park, IL 60302-3549 | Abilene Public Library (Wendy Moulton, Director); Atchison Public Library (Jacque Slingsby, Director); Basehor Community Library (Janice Garcia, Adult Programming); Clay Center Public Library (Shanda Cramer, Director); Dorothy Bramlage (Junction City) Public Library (Susan Moyer, Director); Leavenworth Public Library (Cindy McGuire, Programming/Marketing Director); Manhattan Public Library (Jennifer Bergen, Children’s Services Manager); Marysville Public Library (Mandy Cook, Assistant Director) ; Wamego Public Library (Darci Hildebrand, Director); and Lincoln Elementary School, Clay Center (Matt Weller, Principal) | 12/21/2020 15:15:09 |
| Natalee & /or Jim Ganyon | various specific history programs, various ages | 30 average unless a post story activity | 620-899-0642 or 775-742-4091 | jimganyon@gamail.com or nataleeganyon@gmail.com | volunteers – Travel expenses only | storiesandmore.me. GordonParks program also Jim's book & powerpoint WW2 | yes, Kansas History with puppets, WW2 History, | none but for expenses (once a month for over 60 miles) | PO Box 1726,Hutchinson Ks, 67504 for books and business | Hoisington Library, school libraries, 'WW2' facilities | 1/5/2021 12:48:04 |
| Exploration Place | all ages! | 30 minutes to 2 hours | 316-660-0620 | reservations@exploration.org | $100-250 | exploration.org | Yes | mileage required after 30 miles | 300 N. McLean Blvd Wichita, KS 67203 | 3/5/2021 10:55:18 | |
| Danny Hamilton | Preschool and Elementary School Ages | Eight 20-minute-long episodes | (716) 548-7488 | danny@checkerstv.com | $395 | http://www.checkerslibrarytv.com | Yes | 380 Stony Road Lancaster, NY 14086 | Newstead Public Library (suttonk@buffalolib.org), Southeast Oklahoma Public Library System (shannon.elder@seolibraries.com), Tabor Public Library (dawn.miller@tabor.lib.ia.us) | 12/13/2021 0:46:17 | |
| Yvonne Burbach | 4-104 | 45-55 | 816-645-3601 | performingbirds@gmail.com | $250 + mileage | https://www.WingsOfLoveInc.org | No | 1.5 hr. drive from Lee's Summit, Mo. | 26511 E. 155th St., Pleasant Hill, Mo. 64080 | MCPL | 1/29/2022 17:41:06 |
| Milford Nature Center | All ages | 30-45 minutes | 785-238-5323 | amber.myers@ks.gov or pat.silovsky@ks.gov | Free, donations are accepted to help care for the live animals | https://ksoutdoors.com/KDWP-Info/Locations/Museums-and-Nature-Centers/Milford-Nature-Center | Nature education programs featuring live animals and animal artifacts (biofacts) | Prefer a 60 mile radius around Junction City. However, we will make exceptions on a case by case basis if libraries outside of that radius plan a date with several libraries in their area, it makes travel to these destinations more efficient and effective. | 3415 Hatchery Drive, Junction City, KS 66441 | Belleville, Abilene, Wakefield, Lebanon, Alma, Burlington, Waverly, and more! | 1/20/2023 9:12:33 |
| Science Heroes: Saving Earth Together | 3-11 | 45 minutes | 908-334-2525 | info@talewise.com | $375 | https://www.talewise.com/ | Science and storytelling combine in a tale of two unlikely heroes that save their town from a super-polluter! Along the way, volunteers help with science demonstrations that bring the story to life! In-person only. | Locations within 100 miles of Kansas City only. | 601 Rt. 206, Unit 26-505, Hillsborough, NJ 08844 | Many library performances! See our reviews at https://client.housecallpro.com/reviews/ScienceTellers/org_3039f15dbd4d45be822608901ff5f074/ | 1/20/2023 9:41:08 |
| Flint Hills Discovery Center | 18 months and up! | 30-60 Minutes | 7855872726 | fhdceducation@cityofmhk.com | Fees vary on program chosen and size of audience. | https://www.flinthillsdiscovery.org/101/Programs | Yes | First 30 miles (one way) are free. Then, $1 for each additional mile (one way). | 315 S. 3rd St., Manhattan, KS, 66502 | Chapman Library (Hands-On Flint Hills), Lyndon Library (Hands-On Flint Hills: Bison Box & Cowboy Box), Chapman Library (Hands-On Flint Hills), Haysville Community Library (Hands-On Flint Hills: Mammals & Reptiles) | 1/23/2023 10:27:18 |
| Belinda & Mike Adams | All ages. Programs tailored to fit audience | 40-60 minutes your choice | 620-288-9869 | bingie.ba@gmail.com | $300.00 plus travel | Portalsoftime.com or contact by phone | Living History First Person interpretation: Plains Indian Life, Pioneer Storytelling, Civil War Soldiers come to Life. Trunk shows highlighting the previous eras. Fun Exciting Entertaining! | none | 1415 1350 road | regrettably health issues have kept us at home the past 2 years | 1/31/2023 15:30:58 |
| Jean Winters | 7-11 year old | 45 minutes | 620-231-6541 | Wintersjean@hotmail.com | $150.00 /show + mileage to and from your location to Pittsburg, KS | No | 707 W First Pittsburg, KS 66762 | Pittsburg Public Library, Chanute public library, Webb City public Library. | 2/1/2023 19:36:46 | ||
| Dinosaur O’Dell’s musical programs on outer space science, geography, early literacy, or health | Dino@dinoodell.com | $350 plus travel. (Multiple bookings in an area will negate the travel fees.) | http://www.dinoodell.com/ | Whether the topic is outer space science, geography, early literacy, or health, Dino O’Dell utilizes stories and music to create an interactive environment that not only entertains, but delivers content and encourages problem solving. | None | Fairway, Kansas | Please ask. | 1/19/2023 |