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


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Shepard, Mark	The Bully Proof Kid	Life Skills- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Storytelling	The Bully Proof Kid: A Bullying Prevention Program That Works From The Inside Out Participants Learn To: Embrace and respect individual differences Appreciate the value and worth of every person Stand up for others who are being mistreated Know “who” they are and recognize their own worth Be kind and compassionate to people Reach out and help others Participants Also Learn How To Respond Appropriately To Bullies: What to do when you encounter a bully in person or online How to stop feeling bad after someone has hurt your feelings How to see the scared person behind the “bully’s mask” and use that knowledge to empower yourself. And more... Mark Shepard uses his original songs and stories to teach and inspire	$501- $1000
Smalley, Carol Parenzan	Writing for Children	Life Skills- Other, Literature- Authors, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Carol Parenzan Smalley is a writer, editor, and educator of children's writing materials. She is also the creator and instructor of Writing for Children, an online course offered through 2,400+ colleges and universities around the world. In this workshop, participants will be introduced to the children's publishing industry and provided with first steps to writing for children and getting published. Includes a Q and A session. All materials supplied. Target age: Grade 8 to adult.	$351- $500
Basini, Lisa	Haunted Chocolate House	Life Skills- Food	Create a spooky House good enough to eat!	$201- $350
Gilmore, Kara	The Marvelous Mutts	Life Skills- Other, Nature- Animals, Performing Arts- Other	The Marvelous Mutts library program is as exciting and entertaining as it is educational. Our program offers unique public programming that is valuable for community members of all ages. The Marvelous Mutts is a team of amazing canine athletes led by Kara Gilmore and Nadja Palenzuela. The Marvelous Mutts have wowed crowds throughout the US and South America, rising from humble beginnings to reach the pinnacle of canine athleticism. The team features national and world finalists in canine Frisbee©, agility and dock diving. The Marvelous Mutts’ library shows feature Frisbee©, trick and agility stunts that will keep all ages entertained. Woven throughout these performances are stories of rescue and redemption that teach humane treatment of animals and lessons on dog safety. Our shows feature hands-on participation with The Marvelous Mutts. People of all ages learn about basic pet care and about compassion for animals from our show. No matter how large or small your space may be, or the composition of your community, your patrons will love our show.	$201- $350
Basini, Lisa	Pumpkin Pancakes	Life Skills- Food	Make these delicious pancakes at the library.	$201- $350
Shih, Patricia	So You Want a Career in Music	Life Skills- Other, Music, Performing Arts- Other	This is a workshop for teens to teach them about the fun, fact, fiction, fantasies and frustrations of a life in music. The first part of the workshop will be Patricia speaking about the realities of a music career; the second will be performance coaching a la "American Idol". Participants will be invited to share one prepared song in front of the group; afterwards Patricia will offer gentle constructive suggestions to steer the participant towards a higher, more professional presentation.	$351- $500
Encore Performing Arts, Inc.	SOUND CHOICES by Rick Adam	Health & Fitness- Other, Life Skills- Other, Music	With a unique combination of original songs, hand shadows, circus arts, and audience participation, Rick Adam's spellbinding performance takes a caring look at growing up and believing in one's self. Rick is a master showman who thoroughly involves the audience while delivering important messages about smoking, drinking, drug use, as well as peacefully resolving conflicts. This uplifting and thoroughly entertaining program boosts self-esteem, and empowers children to build a positive self image, develop confidence, creatively solve problems and make positive choices.	$501- $1000
Basini, Lisa	Black and White Cookies	Life Skills- Food	Each patron will decorate 3 full size cookies to take home and enjoy.	$201- $350
Nager, Stuart	Running With Scissors: The Basics of Improvisation (Beginners Class)	Life Skills- Other, Performing Arts- Theater	If you have been afraid of doing improv or are just starting out (or need a refresher) this is the workshop for you. Led in a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere, discover the Yes And inside of yourself. Improvisation is more than the games. We all can improvise. Discover the creative side inside yourself. Totally hands on and interactive...and fun! Improvisation has many theater and life lesson applications; come explore them!	$351- $500
DeLuca, Michael	Yello Dyno Safety Party	Health & Fitness- Other, Life Skills- Other, Other	Presented in a fun non-fearful fashion the fully scripted assembly program uses the Yello Dyno Puppet, bright visuals, and entertaining songs to help young children K-2 relax and laugh as they learn personal life skills that will last a lifetime. The benefits of the program include: education without fear through music, assuring easy learning and high recall; and learning to recognize the deceptive behavior of people who mean them harm and how to recognize the tricks of tricky people.	$351- $500

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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.