Central Region: New York State Performers, Programmers & Related Resources for Public Libraries & Groups


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Basini, Lisa	Carrot cake in a jar to give as a gift for the holiday's	Life Skills- Other, Literature- Other, Other	Carrot Cake in a jar to give as a gift for the holiday's -Mix ingredents to make the cake mix and give to a family member for the holiday's - includes all plus a great recipe for cream cheese frosting.	$201- $350
Schotter, Roni	You Too Can Be A Writer	Literature- Creative Writing, Literature- Authors, Performing Arts- Literary Artists	Award-winning author of 28 books, including NOTHING EVER HAPPENS ON 90TH STREET, used by many teachers to model writing, THE BOY WHO LOVED WORDS, winner of the 2006 Parents' Choice Award, and MAMA, I'LL GIVE YOU THE WORLD, winner of Oppenheim Platinum Award. I speak to children as fellow writers and share my passion for the power and pleasure of words and story. I urge children to turn their ideas, events and feelings into stories by observing carefully, using their imagination, and asking, what if? I show my messy notebooks and drafts to emphasize the value and pleasure of rewriting. With fun exercises and writing tips based on my many books, I aim to convince children that writing--whether fiction or nonfiction--is both rewarding and easy.	$1001- $3000
Catalanotto, Peter	Writing and Illustrating Children's Books	Literature- Creative Writing, Performing Arts- Literary Artists, Visual Arts- Drawing	I show my creative process from the inspiration to the finished book. I give examples of how ideas for books come from everyday life. I draw in each program, giving tips and techniques as the drawing develops. The audience leaves my program inspired and empowered to write and draw.	$351- $500
Schembri, Pamela	Author Visit	Literature- Creative Writing, Literature- Authors, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Using her storytelling as a springboard for writing, students will see how the plot and characters have developed in the series Second-Grade Friends. Interactive program with slides, suitable for elementary-aged students.	$351- $500
Storytellers, The Genesee	HE MADE A SPLASH!	History, Literature- Authors, Performing Arts- Storytelling	When Sam Patch jumped into Niagara Falls and then the Genesee Falls, he leaped out of the pages of history into the world of folklore. Who was the man behind the myth? His biographer, Julie Cummins, and tall tale storyteller, Louise Kanaley, will entertain you with his tale. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and autographing. Audience: Grades 3-5, teen, adult, or family.	$101- $200
Friedhoffer, Bob	MAGIC TRICKS - SCIENCE FACTS	Literature- Authors, Performing Arts- Magic, Science	LIBRARY PROGRAMS There are a number of programs available for libraries based upon Friedhoffer's books and academic work. All of the programs listed have been successfully presented at libraries across the United States. He can appear at you library as an author, a scientist, a magician, and/or a teacher. Available programs: Magic Tricks - Science Facts a/k/a The Scientific Magic Show Boomerangs - How to Make and Throw Them A History of Scientific Recreations Science Fair Workshops for Parents and Students Magic Shows for Children Magic Shows for Young Adults The Deception of Perception - How One's Senses Can Be And Are Manipulated Einstein and the Quantum World - Analogs of Relativistic and Quantum Science to Understanding of The Very Large and the Very Small	$501- $1000
Smalley, Carol Parenzan	Sign It with Rebus	Literature- Authors, Other, Visual Arts- Crafts	Children's author Carol Parenzan Smalley teaches children and their parents simple words from American Sign Language. Using visual aids, the children (with the help of their parents if needed) will create their own rebus stories using sign cards. Program can be geared toward a theme, such as animals, community, family, or general. Smalley is the author of a SparkNotes Chart and a set of flashcards (for Barnes and Noble) on American Sign Language. All materials provided. Target age: Toddlers to Grade 4.	$201- $350
Shimeta, Kathleen	Life, Love, Song! A Visit with Gena Branscombe	Literature- Poetry, Music, Performing Arts- Theater	This show is a tribute to an inspiring composer whose life and work were well in advance of her time. A one-woman retrospective of Miss Branscombe's life showcases the romantic beauty of her exceptional music. A performance full of family entertainment, enchantment and inspiration! Composer Gena Branscombe was a leading figure in American classical music from 1905 until her death in 1977. Her richly melodic, award-winning body of work includes over 150 art songs, chamber music, choral works and piano compositions. An integral part of New York City and State musical life in her time, Miss Branscombe was also the founder and leader of the Branscombe Choral, with an illustrious career that included performing and conducting for kings, presidents and the celebrated figures of her time.	$1001- $3000
Smalley, Carol Parenzan	Grow Your Green Esteem	Literature- Authors, Nature- Environment, Science	You can make a difference. In this workshop, students discover steps their families can take to shrink their carbon footprints. With a degree in environmental engineering, Carol guides students in an engaging conversation about green living. To celebrate their green esteem, each student makes an earth card using paper-engineering (pop-up) techniques. (Shh! It’s math!) Green Esteem is a program based on the trickle up theory. Carol Parenzan Smalley is the author of Tell Your Parents: Green Changes You Can Make Around the Home, fresh off the press in 2009 by Mitchell Lane Publishers, a leader in education publishing. She holds a degree in environmental engineering from Penn State and has written over 20 books. Libraries hosting the program receive a free, signed, personalized copy of the book to add to their collection.	$201- $350
A Magical Storyteller, Domino the Great	"Around The World With Books" Magic & Variety Show	Literature- Other, Performing Arts- Magic, Performing Arts- Storytelling	"Around The World With Books (Magic & Variety Show)" is an action packed program that will grab the attention of children (and fun loving adults, too) with amazing magic tricks, hilarious age-appropriate humor, tons of audience participation, music and more. We will take your Patrons on a magical journey around the world and show how much fun reading really is! For More information visit: http://www.DominoLibraryShows.com	$201- $350

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* Inclusion in this database does not indicate endorsement of any performer or program by the NYS Education Department, the Office of Cultural Education, the NYS Library or the participating library systems, nor does it eliminate the need for reference checks and appropriate standard screening procedures.