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


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Performer	Program	Category	Description	Fee
Merklein, Paul	Great Big Super Heroes	Visual Arts- Drawing, Visual Arts- Cartooning, Visual Arts- Other	Super artist Paul Merklein draws famous super heroes... and people right from the audience, showing you that anyone can be a super hero! This unique program entertains & inspires kids & adults.	$351- $500
Stewart, Charles	Let's fly kites (Teenagers and Adults)	Other, Visual Arts- Crafts, Visual Arts- Drawing	Teens interested in kite flying will benefit from this program. This program is about why kites fly and why they won't. It enables participants to go kite flying, take their friends or children kite flying, confident they can handle any problems. Kites obey set physical laws. Knowing why they fly and why they won't is the key to an enjoyable day at the Park or beach. Kite history and kite safety is covered. Space permitting there will be a display of several different types of kites.They will Learn the parts of a kite as they are guided thru the assembly of a diamond shaped Kite they will take home. Flying line is supplied. Program length is about one and a half hour (some programs require more time. More advanced kite building programs involving different Kites are available for adults. Inquire if interested.	$201- $350
Wilson, Judy	Eat Dirt, You Worm!	Nature- Environment, Nature- Gardening, Visual Arts- Crafts	Learn all about worms and composting while making your own wormery. This is the beginning of your own very earth friendly compost pile. Worms included!	$101- $200
Hunt, Kathryn	Wardrobe Organization Workshop	Life Skills- Other, Performing Arts- Other, Visual Arts- Other	Get your closet in Gear! Everyone admits to using 20% of a closet filled to 110% capacity. Organization is the key to effortless style. This workshop is a great follow up to any of the wardrobe or career style workshops.	$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
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
Boyer, Jeff	The Attainable Sustainable Energy Show	Performing Arts- Theater, Science, Visual Arts- Other	The Attainable Sustainable Energy Show Kids discover the power of earth, wind and sun! Jeff Boyer engages and "wows" while inspiring excitement in renewable energy. Gripping experiments and visual effects transform wind, solar, bio-fuel and geothermal energy into usable “green” power. A mild-mannered scientist turns “eco-man” as kids help him generate the fun. It’s educational energy! Jeff's science shows and web study guides effectively supplement and boost your science curriculum. Prepare students for the energy sources of the future.	$351- $500
Wilson, Judy	Bookworks	Life Skills- Other, Visual Arts- Folk Arts, Visual Arts- Crafts	Learn to design a blank paper book using a recycled cardboard cover and a simple binding pattern. Try a couple of different sizes and techniques; make these into journals for poems, thoughts or sketches. A wonderful skill to know!	$101- $200
Singer, Lauren	AWESOME GRAFFITI ART	Visual Arts- Drawing, Visual Arts- Painting, Visual Arts- Other	Graffiti is now the in art and is being proudly exhibited in museums, galleries and in previously banned public spaces. In this exciting hand-on class, students will learn about graffiti culture as they use mixed media to create their own, personal tags and legal graffiti art statements. Hip hop music from back in the day and lots of visuals will provide inspiration. Class is taught by Lauren SInger, MPS, ATR, award winning artist, art teacher and creativity development specialist.	$201- $350
Nugent, Margie	The Art of Henna	Multicultural- Other, Performing Arts- Other, Visual Arts- Folk Arts	Learn about the art of henna - how to mix it, why it's used, what the designs mean. Perfect for holiday celebration or as a full class. Everyone leaves with a henna and an appreciation for this ancient art form. Handouts provided.	$101- $200

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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.