Educational Programs
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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 | ||
Anna Smith | 1st grade through Adult | 1 hour | 7852218816 | historicseeker@hotmail.com | $250 plus mileage (unless 50 miles or less, then no mileage) | http://www.historicperformance.com | I have offered Zoom presentations | no restrictions | 13053 S. Lewelling RD | Topeka City Library, Topeka, KS | 2/7/2023 10:22:25 |
Victoria Lafean | All ages | 1hr | 785-307-8747 | vlafean@gmail.com | $250-$450 | vlafean@gmail.com | Jingle Dress A Program of Story, Dance, & Healing.Introductions. Information about the Tribe. The teaching of Ojibwe Words and Regalia. The Story of the Jingle Dress told dramatically with Story Teller Masks. Presentation of the Straight Jingle Dance in Regalia. Questions. Presentation of Side Step Jingle Dance in Regalia. Questions. Invitation for participants to dance with me. Virtual possible. Option of food or craft with additional charge. | 100 Miles, Open for disscussion | 1829 lydia ln, Junction city, Ks. 66441 | Manhattan Public Library, Dorothy Bramlage Library, Fort Irwin Post Library | 5/13/2024 11:45:05 |
World Connections with Desh and Dinosaur | Elementary and Preschool Ages | 45 minutes | 816.309.7636 | Dino@DinoODell.com | $800 (Multiple show discounts) | https://youtu.be/39Qrwx8TQuA | "World Connections" is a 45 minute show about the diversity of planet Earth. Using geography as a guide, Desh and Dinosaur travel the world, exploring mountains, rivers, oceans, and cultures. There is a moment when Kadesh and Dino misunderstand one another. They must breathe, communicate, and listen in order to find a solution. Besides combining geography and culture, the show models social-emotional learning strategies and ties it all together with music, stories and animations. | No restrictions | 5904 El Monte St, Fairway, KS 66205 | Fayetteville Public Library, Topeka-Shawnee Public Library | 5/13/2024 11:46:38 |
Josh Bycer | junior high and up | 45-60 minutes | 856 795 5014 | gamewisdombusiness@gmail.com | 210, that is negotiable, and I do offer discounts on multiple orders at one time | https://www.game-wisdom.com, youtube.com/c/game-wisdom, https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eXYlPaXQ9Ppq0S3EcwF2h9hMlfjyZrmCO6j13vYke-A/edit?usp=sharing | programs about the video game industry and game development performed virtually. | Diana – dfults@camdencountylibrary.org, Rosy – rwagner@bcls.lib.nj.us, Kevin – kpedrick@chclc.org, Cynthia – cchaco@cortezco.gov, | 7/10/2024 17:23:16 | ||
Josh Bycer | junior high and up | average 50-60 minutes, some go longer depending on the topic. | 856 795 5014 | gamewisdombusiness@gmail.com | $210 a session, which is negotiable, and I do offer further discounts if libraries book multiple presentations in a single order. | My Main site: https://www.game-wisdom.com, my youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/game-wisdom, online program guide: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eXYlPaXQ9Ppq0S3EcwF2h9hMlfjyZrmCO6j13vYke-A/edit?usp=sharing | I offer virtual talks about the video game industry and game development. They are focused on topics related to learning more about video games and pursuing a career in the industry. | Cynthia – cchaco@cortezco.gov (City of Cortez) Kara – kseal@ald.lib.co.us (Arapahoe) Diana – dfults@camdencountylibrary.org , Rosy – rwagner@bcls.lib.nj.us (Burlington county NJ) | 7/15/2024 20:09:06 | ||
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 |