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


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Zalben, Jane	Writing and Illustrating Children's Books	Literature- Creative Writing, Museums, Performing Arts- Literary Artists	Creating a children's picture book from the beginning idea to final bound book. Support materials demonstrate the stages: sewing a 32-page book dummy, making original art, galleys, press sheets, manuscripts with editorial comments to show the re-writing process. I also do writing workshops on middle-grade novels besides doing art and writing at the elementary grade level. I have had over 50 books published for different age groups.	$351- $500
Landrey, Sheileen	Mexican Celebrations: Day of the Dead	Multicultural- Other, Museums, Visual Arts- Folk Arts	Culture comes to life through hands-on stations, art and authentic objects as students learn about this significant Mexican celebration of ancestors. Adaptable for middle/high school groups, this program gives important context to the Day of the Dead and its role in Mexican culture and heritage.	$101- $200
Landrey, Sheileen	Discover Brazil	Multicultural- Other, Museums, Visual Arts- Folk Arts	Through hand-on stations and activities, students explore three major regions of Brazil and how climate, geography and natural resources affect the way people live.	$101- $200
Landrey, Sheileen	World Clothing: What Should I Wear?	Multicultural- Other, Museums, Visual Arts- Folk Arts	A fun program that explores how people’s geographic location influences their choices in what to wear. Interactive stations include clothing to try on, a matching game with international dolls, and an art project.	$101- $200
Parisi, Rita	1908 Tea	History, Museums, Performing Arts- Storytelling	In 1908, the world was on the cusp of change. The traditions of the Victorians were giving way to a modern way of thinking. The automobile, airplane, changes in fashion, entertainment, and social conventions were altering the lives of people forever. Mrs. Gordon, a middle-class housewife, will entertain you during her afternoon tea as she tells you stories that will illuminate life at the turn of the 20th century. Then everyone will have an opportunity to engage in an open discussion as she shares with you her latest issue of the Ladies Home Journal.	$351- $500
Landrey, Sheileen	Cultural Aspects of Clothing	Multicultural- Other, Museums, Visual Arts- Folk Arts	Through interactive stations and hands-on activities, students examine how people’s cultural background, geography, and climate affect the clothing they wear.	$101- $200
Graham, Michael	Michael Graham's Spring Valley Puppet Theater	Multicultural- Other, Museums, Performing Arts- Puppetry	Illusion has triumphed. And so has Michael Graham, who gives life, at least momentarily, to a most improbable cast of characters. The New York Daily News The Spring Valley Puppet Theater has been performing for schools and libraries throughout New England for over 30 years. Each performance combines delightfully original scripts, appealing characters, beautifully hand-crafted hand and rod puppets, lighting, music and humor. The result is highly entertaining puppet theater. A highlight of each library program is an informative and exciting behind-the-scenes look at the technique and artistry used in puppet theater, including a demonstration of favorite characters. In most school assembly performances, the front curtain is removed and students are invited to explore the art of puppetry through an insightful and absorbing question and answer period. A wonderful educational experience! Productions include Jack and the Beanstalk (1994 UNIMA Award recipient.) The Three Wishes, The Wolf in Sheep's Clothing, The Lazy Fox/ El Zorro Perezoso (bilingual,) Puss in Boots, A Holiday Fantasy. All shows play to a maximum audience of 350. Recommended for ages 5 and up / K thru 6th grade. Prices range from $335 to $400 plus travel. Please call for pricing information.	$351- $500
Feingold, Rick	Aaron Burr – The Villain in Your History	History, Museums, Performing Arts- Theater	Hamilton, An American Musical is the hottest ticket on Broadway and Aaron Burr is the villain. As a Lieutenant Colonel in the Revolutionary War he begins an unlawful relationship with the wife of a British Officer. Elected Vice President in 1800 under Thomas Jefferson he kills Secretary of the Treasury Alexander Hamilton in a famous duel in Weehawken, NJ. Burr gets away with murder but is later tried for treason. This program covers the women in Burr’s life and features music from the Broadway production including The Election of 1800 and the Hamilton Burr duel. Note: this is part three to the program Alexander Hamilton – The Musical and the Duel. The program includes seven songs from Hamilton, An American Musical. (Music and video from public sources). A handout with detailed instructions titled How to Get Tickets to see Hamilton is included. Presenter: Rick Feingold teaches American Business History at Bergen Community College and holds a degree in History from Rutgers University. Equipment requirements: LCD projector. Presenter will provide laptop.	$201- $350
Landrey, Sheileen	Celebrate Chinese New Year	Multicultural- Other, Museums, Visual Arts- Folk Arts	An introduction to the Chinese New Year Festival, students learn through hands-on stations with authentic clothing, objects, and a make-and-take project that brings this celebration to life.	$101- $200
Feingold, Rick	Travel Deals and Bargains	Life Skills- Finance, Life Skills- Other, Museums	Travel to Europe or Latin America each summer for FREE. Stay at three and four-star hotels in Paris and London gratis…Free breakfast included. Enjoy the quiet in exclusive airport lounges at no charge. Stay at a monastery in Spain, France or Italy at a bargain rate….the tools to learn these techniques are located in your library. Smart travelers use money saving strategies to travel the world for free and sleep cheap. The seminar will teach how to get FREE airline tickets and low cost lodging accommodations. Take advantage of lodging options such as campus lodging, YMCAs, and apartment rentals. Rick Feingold, published travel writer for Boston Herald and Christian Science Monitor.	$101- $200

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