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


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Smith, Dr. Andrew J.	Bring in the Seasons	Nature- Environment, Nature- Other, Science	This program is held preferably in the beginning of each season and will involve a hands-on field trip into a nearby woodland. Attention will be directed to the various natural changes which are harbingers of each season such as plantlife, animals, weather patterns, some of which are obvious and some of which are subtle.	$201- $350
Smith, Dr. Andrew J.	Environmental Careers	Life Skills- Other, Nature- Other, Science	This program describes and discusses environmental careers as a career path. It delves into the variety of careers available, education requirements, expectations and opportunities, income and advancement, study programs available, etc. Presented by retired person from an environmental career.	$201- $350
Roethel, Glen	Earthsongs For The Blue Planet	Life Skills- Other, Music, Nature- Environment	[trio, duo, solo] A program of interwoven songs, trivia and tips to stimulate responsible behaviors and mindful action in our daily lives, from personal to organization-wide — all to cherish and protect Mother Earth for our future generations. Beautiful, enchanting, educational and topical. Refreshments will be served. So that we can use fewer resources and create less trash, please bring your own washable coffee mug or cup.	$351- $500
Hoffman, Nan	Sing A Story - Read A Song!	Literature- Other, Music, Nature- Environment	With programs specially designed for libraries, Nan incorporates songs that have been made into books (books that sing), songs made from books, songs based on folk tales and stories, and songs that celebrate reading. Within that framework she offers presentations that focus on several different themes such as reading (SING A STORY-READ A SONG!), folk music (MORE THAN A SONG!), history (SINGING OUR HISTORY), and nature and the environment (SONGS FOR A LIVABLE LAND). Using folk and acoustic music and a variety of songs and instruments, Nan offers presentations that are fun and informative, and encourages audience participation.	$201- $350
Morse, Andy	ONE WORLD... MANY SONGS...	Multicultural- Other, Music, Nature- Animals	Put the zing in sing this summer! For your special theme this year, I offer you my One World.... Many Songs music program. The children and I will explore songs and languages from around the world through singing, dancing, play-acting and story-telling. With insights and humor arising from the interaction and inventiveness of the kids, I use gentle lessons about understanding and caring for our world and each other. 16 years experience as a full time musician/educator.	$201- $350
Smith, Dr. Andrew J.	Current Problems in Horticulture and Agriculture	Nature- Environment, Nature- Gardening, Science	Concentrates on the numerous diseases, pests, and environmental factors whicha re currently causing damage to trees and shrubs throughout the nation, with the Hudson Valley in particular.	$201- $350
Edgecomb, Diane	Native American Nature Tales	Multicultural- Native American, Nature- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Native American Nature Tales explores tribal myths and legends of the animals and birds of North America. Ranging from the humorous to the heart-felt, these stories celebrate native culture and its strong links to the natural world. We learn an Abenaki canoeing song, explore over seven different animals in the Northwest legend of Loon's Song and discover why America is called Turtle Island. For older audiences the performance features beautiful legends of the spirit like Jumping Mouse. Join one of New England's favorite tellers as these rich stories create a colorful weave of the landscape. Through these how and why legends, students begin to understand how Native American culture clothed their world in story and how this enlivened both imagination and world. "Your stories were wonderful. The teachers and the students agreed that your presentation is one of the best we've ever had. Thank you so much for bringing to life our study of myths and legends." Missy Thomson, teacher and school librarian, Woodville School, Wakefield, MA	$351- $500
Brown, Wayne & Karen	The Ocean Adventure	Nature- Marine Life, Science, Visual Arts- Other	Professional underwater photographers, California marine biologist, Wayne Brown, and his SCUBA instructor wife, Karen, bring their exciting real-life expeditions to your patrons with fast-paced and entertaining multimedia presentations using unique props, biological specimens, breathtaking photography, storytelling techniques, audience participation and life-sized, inflatable animals. Programs include: • The Australia Great White Shark Expedition • The Belize Whale Shark Expedition • A Visit to Nemo's Home -- The Australia Great Barrier Reef • Funny and Freaky Fish in the Caribbean Sea • Diving with Dolphins and Humpback Whales • Playing with Living Mermaids -- Florida Manatees • Slimy Seaweed & Funny and Freaky Fish in the California Kelp Forest • Funny and Freaky Animals in the Belize Rainforests and Coral Reefs • Weird & Creepy Sea Creatures that Go Bump in the Night in the Caribbean Sea	$351- $500
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
Smith, Joy	Down by the Riverside - Stories of the Rivers of the World	Nature- Other, Nature- Animals, Performing Arts- Storytelling	The largest river in the world is the Nile but the deepest is the Amazon. The Mississippi River is the heart of many rivers and a mecca of different kinds of people and animals who live all up and down it. Join Joy as she explores tales and songs about the magic of rivers all over the world. Stories: The River That Gave Gifts, Yemoja and Ogun, Siddhartha, Sally Ann Thunder Ann Whirlwind Crockett, The Fish at Dragon’s Gate, The Dreaming Tree	$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.