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


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Edgecomb, Diane	Tall Fall Tales	Literature- Other, Nature- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling	Tall Fall Tales brings alive the autumn world of nature with original stories and songs sure to delight both young and old. In the hilarious tale Plenty of Nuts, young Beatrice just cannot sit still in class. In the end, a lesson from a neighborhood squirrel helps her learn how to concentrate. Fall Fire, based on a Native American myth, tells how a friendly beaver painted the trees with autumn's fiery colors. Celebrate fall and New England with this enchanting seasonal performance. 'Thank You for your performance of ‘Tall Fall Tales’ at the Mansfield Public Library last month. The stories were wonderful, and wonderfully presented, with just the right blend of humor, action, and reverence for nature. The audience was entranced. Your program was a perfect way to celebrate autumn, and National Children’s Book Week.' Kitty Schacht, Youth Librarian, Mansfield Public Library, Mansfield, MA	$351- $500
Smith, Dr. Andrew J.	Field Studies in Natural Science	Nature- Environment, Nature- Other, Science	This is a tour over moderate terrain through areas of natural interest. The subject depends upon the request of the customer. Suggestions can be plant identification, fungi identification, ornithology, geology, environmental studies, herbalism, etc.	$201- $350
Smith, Dr. Andrew J.	Art and Science of Mantracking, Search, and Rescue	Life Skills- Other, Nature- Other, Science	This subject encompasses the current state of tracking people who are either lost or fugitives. It discusses the many facets of planning and conducting searches and rescues, especially from the point of view of tracking a person who may or may not wish to be found. Given current attention and public interest in an open manhunt incident, this subject is very topical and will explain much to a concerned public as well as law enforcement or others who may become involved in such an investigation in the future.	$201- $350
Smith, Dr. Andrew J.	How Natives and Settlers of the Region Used Edible and Medicinal Plants	History, Nature- Environment, Science	A slide show and lecture explaining how the earliest settlers and the local Indian tribes relied on commonly growing wild plants and fungi to supplement their meager diets and to treat ailments. Many are right under our noses and were familiar fare to our ancestors> Many are far more nutritious than garden variery vegetables and yet are ignored by modern man.	$201- $350
Abracadabra with, Melvin the Magnificent	Catch the Reading Bug	Nature- Other	Create a buzz this year with Melvin’s all new Catch the Reading Bug Show. Your audience will be treated to fun and amazing magic all themed to bugs. This exhilarating and interactive show is fun and educational. Let Melvin take your patrons on a trip through the backyard to see all the amazing life that can be found and maybe even find the elusive reading bug. Just imagine your kids leaving the library with laughter in their heart, imagination in their head, and a stack of books in their arms!	$201- $350
Edgecomb, Diane	Rainforest Legends	Nature- Other, Performing Arts- Storytelling, Science	From the banks of the Amazon River to the heart of the West African jungle, Rainforest Legends brings to life favorite folktales and songs about the animals and plants of these lands. Legends tell how the Amazon Birds grew feathers as brilliant as the colors of the rainbow, why three Invisible Hunters came to haunt the Nicaraguan rainforest, and how Jabuti the tortoise tricked the Amazon monster Kibungo into sparing the lives of three-toed frog, jaguar and monkey. For schools different Rainforest Legends performances are available for K-2 and 3-6th grade. Each performancevcomes with an extensive curriculum package, which includes both science-based and language-based activities. "Our storytelling assembly for the 5th and 6th graders was one of the best hours we have enjoyed in many years. Even our most reluctant listeners were involved. Thank you for exposing all of us to the pleasure and excitement of listening to stories." Rosemary Carr, 6th grade teacher, Warwick Elementary School, Warwick PA	$351- $500
Biss III, Joseph	Exotic Animals	Nature- Animals, Science	Live Snakes, Lizards, Turtles, etc. from all over the world are shared with the audience. The group is told of the animal’s life history and their importance in nature. I also discuss the animal’s interaction with people – both good and bad. Usually six to eight animals are shown and discussed with 30 years of hands on and 25 years of teaching experience. Please check out my web page for more details.	$101- $200
Tiernan-Bindler, Jennifer	Introduction to Letterboxing	Nature- Other, Other, Visual Arts- Crafts	Do you like to follow clues to solve a mystery? Do you like to search for hidden treasures? Letterboxing is an intriguing pastime combining artistic ability with treasure-hunts in parks, forests, and cities around the world. Participants seek out hidden letterboxes by cracking codes and following clues. The prize: an image from a rubber stamp—usually a unique, hand-carved creation. In this program you will learn all about this fun outdoor activity that combines treasure hunting with rubber stamping. Find clues online to uncover hidden letterboxes all over your town. Use your new skills to find a Letterbox hidden inside the library.	$101- $200
Cavanaugh, Deb	Creepy Crawlers - Catch the Reading Bug 2008	Music, Nature- Animals, Science	Sing along, play percussion instruments and enjoy moving around as we use our imaginations to bring these songs about insects, crawdads and other creepy crawlers to life at your library. This program may also include looking at books and can be presented with or without supplemental educational materials. It is perfect for the 2008 Summer Reading Program theme, Catch the Reading Bug. Catch Cavanaugh & Kavanaugh!	$351- $500
Smith, Dr. Andrew J.	History and Nature Study Hikes and Field Trips	History, Nature- Animals, Nature- Environment	This program is for groups who are interested in history archaeology, architecture, ornithology, zoology, geology, botany, forestry, horticultue, or any related subject. The subect of concentration is determined by the hosting agency but the site will be chosen by the presenter.	$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.