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2018 SRC PERFORMER INFORMATION

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS

ANIMAL PROGRAMS

Bring the Farm to You! Christa Hein www.bringthefarmtoyou.com christa@bringthefarmtoyou.com / info@bringthefarmtoyou.com 614-560-5583 NEW! Child’s Homestead is a real-world exploration of times gone by. Beautifully set up as an old-fashioned homestead for children to explore, kids will visit stations to grind and sift grain, roll dough, comb wool, use washboards, play with rolling hoops, stilts, wooden toys, wagons, and much more! This engaging imaginative program brings history to life through over 20 hands-on activities! This is an outside program that requires an extra-large grassy area. Includes 2 teaching staff, school age/families, $350 for first hour +$150 for additional hour NEW! Felting is a practical and beautiful art form that starts with sheep wool. In this creative one-hour program, participants will transform dyed sheep wool into unique flat art pieces using techniques that have been practiced for thousands of years. Limit 50 children per hour. (You will need table space and a chair for each child.) All ages, $250 for the first hour +$150 for additional hour, limit 50 children. Needs: table space & chair for each child, includes 2 teaching staff NEW! The Maple Sugaring program introduces participants to the fascinating process of turning clear tree sap into sweet maple syrup. We’ll share the history and lore of syrup-making (starting with Native Americans and evolving into modern day techniques), while demonstrating the steps it takes to create this wonderful wintertime treat. This one-hour program is very visual and includes antiques and modern equipment, making the process come to life! Includes samples of maple tree sap and pure maple syrup. All ages, $200 Bring the Farm to You! Chickens, ducks, turkeys, rabbits, sheep, & goats can visit the library, providing real-life farm experiences for kids of all ages, allowing participants to touch the animals that provide our food and fiber. All ages, small animals (chickens, ducks, rabbits, and turkey), $300 for first hour +$150 for additional hour; large animals, $400 for one hour, $150 for each additional hour, includes 2 teaching staff Beekeeping- A tour of the interior of a hive, explanation of the complete life cycle of the honey bee with bee specimens and visual aids. Kids learn about the bee dance, swarming, and how the beekeeper manages a hive of over 30,000 stinging insects (no live bees). School age/families, $200 Chick Hatching- In this 3-week package, kids can watch eggs hatch right in the library! Bring the Farm to You will supply all the tools for this incubating adventure. All ages, $300 Worm Composting- This 8-week experience begins with a 40-minute hands-on presentation about worms and composting, drawing your participants into the fascinating underground world of worms. All ages, $250 Wool Spinning- Wool, wheel and wonderment- a 1-hour spinning demonstration. School age, $300

Gator Dave's Safari Adventures (Dave Weaston) 614-397-4700 gatordave12269@yahoo.com “Reptiles and Amphibians, Oh MY!” Dave will bring a variety of animals he has rescued, possibly including snakes, alligators, tarantulas, owls, cockroaches, hedgehogs and more. He has over 20 years of experience working with zoos and educating children. He has a fun, dramatic presentation style. Ages 5 & up, $135 - $350 depending on program; mileage cost of $10 for every 30 miles outside of I-270

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Ironwood Wolves Matt Emmelhainz & Rachel Lauren 614-349-1974 ironwoodwolves@gmail.com http://www.ironwoodwolves.com Educational programs are available to schools, libraries, camps, and other public or private venues. They include a slideshow presentation with pictures and other elements of learning such as hands on activities. These programs can be tailored for any age group. An added extra is the fact that they have one of their ambassador animals alongside as they speak to the audience. There are also hands-on elements such as a wolf pelt, wolf skull, and wolf paw print casting. Presentations can be altered to fit any criteria you are hoping to cover, but here are the basic programs they offer: The Wolf: Fact vs Myth- This is a general presentation on wolves, but very informative. Family life, habitat, diet, and basic myths and facts are covered. We also speak about their important role in the ecosystem, and why we have no reason to fear these amazing animals. Foxes in Folklore- To tie in our ambassador foxes, we have decided to offer this fun presentation that will surely be popular with libraries and literature teachers. Foxes are often featured in art, fairy tales, and stories time and time again. Here we discuss different tales, and also cover basic facts on red foxes, the most recognized fox species. Wild Canids of North America- Here is a great way to learn about all wild canids you'll see here in North America. From wolves, to coyotes and foxes; all species are covered. Myths and facts are revealed and we can bring along either of our ambassador species. You can choose which ambassador species we bring with us for this program. Ages 6-11, $150. Needs: Please make sure that the performance area is taped off so the audience knows to not sit too close and make the Ambassador Wolf feel cramped, 5-10 feet. (CML)

Ohio Wildlife Center Attn: Becca Mathews 614-734-9453 bmathews@ohiowildlifecenter.org https://www.ohiowildlifecenter.org Wildlife Encounters. Will present live animals, dispel some common myths and teach what can be done to protect wildlife. Ages 3-12 years (specify pre-school or elementary). 1-hour program; $250 Educational Disply: Ideal for an open-house style event or festival. An education instructor from Ohio Wildlife Center will come to your location and set-up a booth with educational materials and animal artifacts for up to 2 hours. Our educators typically present 2-3 of our wild animal ambassadors during this time. Animals vary but may include native Ohio mammals, reptiles and birds.

Ohio Nature Education Manon Van Schoyck 740-967-8320 mvs@ohionature.org

http://www.ohionature.org

Formal programs include (check out the website for program descriptions): Animals We Love to Hate; Astronomy; Bats, "Shadows of Night"; Birding by Ear; Birds in Folklore & Native American Life; Birds of Prey; Birds - Our Flying Jewels; Birdwatching; Damsels & Dragons; Elementary Insects; Flutter By Butterfly; Habitats and Seasons; Insect Jeopardy; Nature Detectives; Nocturnal Animals; Wildlife 200 Years Ago; Owls; Project Wild; Reptiles and Amphibians; They're Nothing to be Afraid of!; Those Bee-Utiful Bees; Trees; Weird, Wonderful, Wacky Wildlife; Who Are the Critters in Your Neighborhood?; Wildlife as Meteorologists… $225 for one hour, 3-4 live animals, includes mileage, recommended for ages 5 and up Astronomy Discovery Displays: Features self-led, hands on astronomy discovery stations that children can move through at their own pace. Includes activities such as making pocket solar systems, star finders, solar bracelets (which includes take home items); exploring moon phases and craters; and more. $250 for 60-75 minutes, all ages & families welcome, teen volunteers recommended!

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The Turtle Lady Nancy Lockard 614-766-2353 turtleladynancy@aol.com http://turtleladynancy.com Laugh and learn with the Turtle Lady as she shares her passion for turtles. Participants will get plenty of touching time with more than 20 turtles, some bearded dragons, corn snakes and an amphibian or two! Ages 0-11, Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, $175. Needs: kids to wash their hands before the program starts and after handling the turtles.

WAVE on Wheels Dan Dunlap WAVE Education Curator 859-815-1442 wavefoundation.org https://wavefoundation.org/ Penguins & sharks from the Newport Aquarium may come to your library. Other animals also available, see website for more info. All ages, $200 - $400

ART PROGRAMS

Michael Roy Baldridge 330-357-9491 michaelroysfold.com For libraries in central or southern Ohio, typically the total per library appearance is $275 - $350 In order to make that price feasible, we would need to get 2 or 3 library appearances per day. This would be a total cost and includes expenses of materials, studio hours of preparation, travel round-trip from Kent, OH, load-in & set-up, appearance, tear-down & load-out. This is general info. The specifics would be worked out based on quantity of gigs, dates, libraries' budgets, etc. Our programs are appropriate for children in grade school, teens, and adults. If there is an origami workshop involved we usually restrict attendance to 40 or fewer and ages 9 and older. You can peruse our website for pictures, reviews, and appearance details.

Columbus Museum of Art (614) 629-0339 molly.ulineolmstead@cmaohio.org www.columbusmuseum.org Museum on the Move is a community outreach program that provides hands-on art activities at local festivals, fairs, libraries, and other cultural events. Your ‘Museum on the Move’ fee provides supplies, staff to facilitate, set up and tear down, and mileage. The Museum on the Move team facilitates workshops in Franklin and contiguous counties and the average one hour program serves up to 100 participants at a rate of $150. For questions or quotes for different locations, program lengths, and participant numbers please contact Molly Uline-Olmstead.

Steve Harpster 614-315-9427 steve@harptoons.com http://www.harptoons.com/ Drawing Animals with Numbers and Letters- This program will show young artists how easy it is to draw animals using numbers and letters. Easy to follow step-by-step instructions will teach children sequencing and following directions as they engage in a creative activity that stretches their imaginations. Preschool – K, $175 Drawing Super Heroes and Villains- Young artists get to watch animated super hero shorts then draw characters as they work to finish this fun, interactive story. This program promotes drawing, creativity, and storytelling to kids in a super way. Ages 6-11, $175

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Jeff Nicholas 330-336-3081 jnicholasart.com New! Rockin’ the Toons: Veteran performer, cartoonist and teacher Jeff Nicholas entertains his audience with original illustrations, humorous stories and fun "draw along" characters that will get the audience "in-toon" with their drawing talents! Age 6 & up, program length is one hour, cost is $240 (mileage may apply). Multiple bookings discount available. Other program titles include: Build Me Up; Born to Be a Hero; On Your Mark, Get Set, Draw!; Dig it?...Draw It!; It's Scientoonic!; Cartooning with a "Sea!"; Discover your Creatoonity!; Dear Dairy; Gone with the Windshield; Howl at the TOONS; Drawing Conclusions; Travel the TOONiverse!

Victor Dandridge

614-419-5024 wwi3313@aol.com U Cre-8 Comics: Character Crafter- Design your own character from start to finish! Establish powers, design costume ideas, create a story and more! All ages, $300 (1 hour-1 ½ hour program), limit to 30 children. Needs: seating and work area for participants.

DANCE PROGRAMS

Shenee King sheneek1000@gmail.com West African dance A 1-hour workshop that would include a dance demonstration and a dance and song lesson based on the growing cycle, healthy foods, and exercise; willing to adapt program to fit your needs. Ages 3-10, $300

QUEEN NAJLA (Shirley Parish ) African Culture Company 252-9484 magicqueen7777@gmail.com http://queennajla.synthasite.com Family Fun Drum Circle: box drums, conga, djun djun, and other percussion instruments; limbo and dance and games are included. Ages 5 + & Families, $300 Storytelling Drum Circle with instruments allows each participant a chance to add to the story. All ages, $300 Limbo Contest only All ages, $175, limit to 30 people Box Drum making workshop includes supplies, i.e. drum and drum sticks. Ages 5 and up, $250, maximum 25 participants per session

GENERAL ENTERTAINMENT

Awesome Family Entertainment 614-224-9568 columbusparties.com Several program offerings, including dressed superheroes/Disney princesses

Family Time Entertainment 317-635-7770 familytimeentertainment.com Several programs including water show, mime, magic and balloons

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The Glass Slipper (614) 433-9171 www.GlassSlipperTeas.com Programs with princesses! Pricing can depend on what is wanted/needed. A princess or two at the library for an hour costs $50 per princess/per hour. Two princesses and a planned party (story time and games for two hours) could be in the $300 range. The owner is willing to try to work with the budget of the business/library who is hiring them. They do not require mileage for out of town travel.

Party Princess Productions 614-942-5166 columbus@partyprincessproductions.com columbus.partyprincessproductions.com Loaded with fun and engaging activities for all of the children, we make every party unforgettable for your child! Princesses, superheroes, Star Wars characters, and storybook characters all available. Activities vary by character but may include a grand entrance, princess training, interactive storytime, face painting, sing-along, and/or photo op. One princess for 90 minutes, $235

HISTORY PROGRAMS

Robin Echols Cooper 216-228-4779 rechocooper@aol.com womeninhistoryohio.com Programs include: *Standard Performance - two characters, each presenting a 25-minute monologue in authentic period costume, a narrator to open and close the program and a question and answer session with the audience *Custom Performance- one character, presenting a 35-minute monologue in authentic period costume and a question and answer session with the audience *Special Programming- To Be an American: designed especially for grades 3-5 social studies classes; ESCAPE!: a role- playing adventure for grades 5-8; Ohio Historical: a selection of Ohio women, including a ‘Ladies First Tea.’ $250.00 plus mileage

Karen Meyer 614-940-9054 karenmom@insight.rr.com http://www.ohiofrontierhistorylady.com/ *Soap Making: Soap making takes about 30 minutes. Students help stir. Each one gets a finished bar of lye soap to take home. *Lacing a Leather Pouch: Each pouch, about 3” X 5,” is laced using a blunt needle. Provide helpers to assure that each one gets assistance as needed. Each one gets an arrowhead to keep in his pouch. Fee $3.00 per pouch *Grandma Sarah Impersonation (40+ Min.): First person talk about life on the Ohio frontier in 1780. Grandma Sarah brings many artifacts, models and toys to illustrate pioneer times. Pioneer Bob shows a muzzle-loading rifle, needed for hunting and protection from Indians. Fee, $125.00 *Underground Railroad Program: Invite Karen for a Power Point presentation showing the background history of the Underground Railroad in Ohio. 30 minutes, fee is $100

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JUGGLERS

Mike Hemmelgarn 937-748-6708 michael.hemmelgarn@us.af.mil http://www.mikehemmelgarn.com/ Performances are 45 minutes, appropriate for all ages, and filled with comedy jugging and ventriloquism with a splash of magic and lots of audience participation. Shows include a strong reading and library message. I always offer a general library program and create a new one each summer in keeping with that year's theme. I bring my own tables, props, sound, backdrop etc., so you don’t have to worry about anything. I try to keep my fees as consistent as possible, and simplify them by including travel in my price. My fee for most areas in the Central and Southeast Ohio region is $400 for one show, $600 for two same-day performances in the same general area, and only $750 for three shows. For areas exceeding a 2 hour drive from Dayton, OH, I may have to add a $25 fee for travel.

Matt Jergens 614-404-6926 matt@mattjergens.com http://www.mattjergens.com/ Comedy & juggling show Matt will get the kids involved at every turn. Whether they are spinning four plates at once or throwing pins up to Matt while he's on a balancing board, they get to be a part of the fun. Parents are not left out either. After all, somebody has got to help him up on that tall unicycle. All ages $375 per program for all Ohio libraries, no extra travel fees. If other branches in the same area want to book the same date (earlier or later), each additional branch gets discounted.

Remy & Friends 937-263-6881 ron@remyandfriends.com www.remyandfriends.com Ventriloquism, juggling, storytelling and balloon sculpting- Remy and Friends, a husband and wife team, ministers the simple gospel of the Lord to young hearts. They use humor and visual perfomance skills that hold childrens attention for fun spritually powerful presentations.By using a diversity of visual performance skills like juggling and illusions along with puppets, his shows really keeps the children's attention. All shows are interactive and include audience participation. Shows include: Dreams - A Career Show For Young People; Character Succes - A Personal Responsibility Show; Chronicles Of A Barnyard - A Reading Show; Arrrrr... You Reading Mate - A Reading Show All ages, $300 (mileage included). Block booking discounts available.

Tom Sparough 513-542-1231 www.SpacePainter.com A visit from the Space Painter, a Comedy Juggler- Tom’s wacky romp through ball, club, and plate juggling appeals to all ages “The Black Bag of Happiness" allows everyone at the show to dig up a few tricks of their own Tom finishes the show by juggling giant boulders that will rock your world! All ages and families, $395 + travel fee of $25-75, same-day booking discount of $50.

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LITERATURE EXTENSIONS (theatre, poetry, etc.)

Lindsay Bonilla 330-858-0761 info@ lindsaybonilla.com http://www.lindsaybonilla.com Lindsay is a highly sought-after Summer Reading Program performer, delighting library audiences with her interactive, literacy-based programs since 2009. At the end of each program, Lindsay likes to send her listeners racing to the bookshelves by letting them in on a little secret — the amazing stories she told can be found in BOOKS! Summer dates fill up fast, so book early to secure your preferred date! Family program, aimed at elementary age but toddlers are still welcome, $400 plus mileage, however in cases where multiple programs are booked on one day, you can either split or discount the mileage.

Joanie Calem 614-208-6731 jcalem@columbus.rr.com www.joaniecalem.com Programs include (but are not limited to) the following: *If You Can Walk, You Can Dance, If You Can Talk, You Can Sing!- dancing helps us stay fit, and singing helps us learn to read!! Interactive games, dances and songs from around the world, and stories about favorite characters that learn NOT to be lazy! For ALL AGES *Be A Hero, Read!- interactive songs and stories of everyday heroes. For ALL AGES *Campfire Songs and Games- all those songs we sing at camp around the campfire! For ALL AGES *A Trip Around the World- interactive, multi-cultural song-stories, promoting tolerance and understanding through humor and laughter. For AGES 5 AND UP *The Three “R”s: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle- Earth songs and stories. Fun thought provoking, interactive multi-cultural songs and stories of how we can care for the world around us. For AGES 5 AND UP *Songs That Tell Stories and Books that Sing- singing stories that the audience can act out, with puppets and pantomime, and picture books that can be sung, with audience participation. For ALL AGES *Just Imagine That!- interactive Songs and Stories of the hilarious, amazing and wonderful places that our imagination can take us to…. For ALL AGES *Rock Out: Read!- Singing and dancing our way through Summertime Fun! For ALL AGES Preschool programs are 30 minutes, older children and families are 45- 60 minutes. Needs: large, empty space, electrical outlet and a few chairs on the side for parents. All programs are $150.

Learning Through Art 613-242-6028 learningthroughart.com nina@lartinc.com The joy of learning through art can be adapted to any age, school, community, or format that is open to it. Literacy and art-based programs include: Books Alive! For Kids®, our four-time EMMY nominated, national award-winning, performing arts literacy program, makes books come alive through sight, sound, and touch with phenomenal success. Targeting Pre-K through third grade, readers experience interactive, hands-on activities aligned to the new national Common Core Standards.Books Alive! For Kids® Family Literacy Nights empowers parents and caregivers to engage children to read to succeed. Books Alive! For Kids® Family Literacy Nights include a FREE back pack for each child with a night of reading, craft-making; entertainment and laughing with your child while enjoying complete family fun by making books come alive through sight, sound and touch in four easy steps. Our Mosaic Edutainment is designed to bring quality performing arts educational programs on diverse topics to students, faculty, civic, collegiate or corporate groups enhancing the brilliant world of cultures.

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Shary Williamson 740-225-8391 shary@roadrunner.com www.TheWoodlandElves.com Shary Williamson, author of The Woodland Elves, will read the book, sing songs from the book and do a craft, either signs for a child’s room or a house for an elf, using various forms of greenery, sticks, and craft items. See website for more information. Prefers to stay close to central Ohio. Ages 4 and up, $250

MAGIC

Paul Adams (Tricky Max) info@greatshowsforkids.com http://www.greatshowsforlibraries.com With a jolt of comic energy, and a totally off the wall magic show format this show can help make your library the place to be this summer! Paul Adams is a one-of-a-kind performer who has a distinctive voice and comic energy that brings audience participation to a new level. His interactive program is chock-full of hilarious comedy, acts of astonishment, fun-loving jokes, and funny, lovable, oversized puppets that keep the laughter rolling. It’s an age-appropriate comical experience that’s 100% clean and respectful. Don’t miss this opportunity to laugh and be amazed. Make your Summer Reading event totally remarkable, crowd-pleasing, and unforgettable. (Names: Freddy Fossil, Tricky Max, Mr. Molecule, Poof Daddy, Captain Thunderbolt, and Dr. T-Rex). All Ages, $475

David Anthony 216-970-9809 danthonymagic@gmail.com www.danthonymagic.com The show is 45 minutes long and will be fun for all ages. It includes lots of magic, some juggling and a lot of audience participation. The audience experiences the show rather than just watch a performance. The energetic music and fun magic routines will have the audience clapping and laughing along in no time. The show also encourages the children to be more creative and practice skills such as reading, writing, math, and sports. Basic 45-minute show, $275. Illusions can be added to the show (sawing assistant in half, etc.) for an additional charge. These are the prices for a single show. An additional discount will be given for bookings at multiple locations. If three or more locations are booked the travel expenses will be waived.

Erica Carlson 937-430-1093 Erica@ericaentertainment.com www.EricaEntertainment.com Erica has server popular entertainment options including magic shows, balloon workshops, storytelling shows and balloon sculpting. She will tailor any of them to fit your budget, timeframe, and expected number in attendance. 30-minute comedy magic shows, featuring Sedgewick the live Hedgehog include:

*The “Super-Duper” Magic Show *The “Let’s Have a Blast” Magic Show *The “Rockin’ Pirate” Magic Show *The “Balloon Mystery” Magic Show *The “Money Smarts” Magic Show All ages, $295

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Lea Craine 937-266-1662 LeaCraine@gmail.com www.LeaCraine.com Erica Carlson’s sister who lives in Dayton. She does programs similar to Erica’s, but she has a turtle instead of a hedgehog. Lea has several popular entertainment options and will tailor them to fit your budget, timeframe and expected number in attendance. Her magic and storytelling shows include: *Lea’s Comedy Magic Show *The “Silly-time Storytime” Show She also offers a balloon workshop (prefers no more than 50 kids, all materials provided), balloon sculpting, and face painting. $295 for both 1/2 hour comedy magic shows (with live box turtle) and full-hour balloon workshops. Travel fee is $0.50 per mile, roundtrip from Dayton I-75/I-70 area; discounts given for multiple bookings on the same day.

Mr. Zap (Bob Durante) 440-843-8749 zaphq.com Zap Entertainment offers shows for all occasions and features many performers. No show is too big or too small for our crew to handle. Our knowledgeable staff will help create a show that fits your theme and budget. Shows include: *The Wonderful World of Bubbles *Get Ready, Set, and Read! *Zap’s Rocking and Reading Show *Chuck’s Rock-n-Roll Music Show Sing-Along Along with the shows, they also offer strolling acts: magic, juggling, balloon twisting, caricature art, music, and more. As well as workshops about magic, origami, balloon twisting, and juggling. No age limits or number restrictions. Pricing for one show would be $395 to $495 with discounts available for multiple bookings.

Jim Kleefeld 440-937-5488 jim@jimkleefeld.com http://www.jimkleefeld.com/library.html Jim’s new show The Libraries Rock Magic Show is all about music. Hear your favorite popular rockin' tunes and musical groups that the kids know and love (and some oldies that the parents will remember, as well). Fun for children and parents alike, this exciting show features stories and books mixed with magic, all about songs and artists and musical interludes and that wonderful feeling when the rhythm really GETS to you! As always, Jim's new show is bright and colorful and interactive, so children get to be helpers and participants and help create the magic all along the way! Shows are typically 45-minutes long and geared for children ages 4-12 and their families, for audiences of any size and in any venue. The cost is $375 with a discount for multiple shows. No charge for mileage or added fees. Books and reading always promoted.

Dave Lehman 740-366-1673 40 minutes of unique magic, comedy and lots of audience participation and a special appearance of Abbott, the live bunny rabbit. The focus of every show is reading and your library. “Good, wholesome family entertainment at a reasonable price” Ages 3-12, $250 - $275 depending on travel

Larry Payne 513-600-0234 storieswithmerlin.com Magician with storytelling and audience participation

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Dennis Regling 800-858-5402 dennis@greatassemblies.com magicdennis.com Dennis Regling's Family Magic Show is guaranteed entertainment. Full of bright colors and laughter, it always draws a crowd. The show itself averages 30-45 minutes, depending on your needs. We are self-contained, even providing our own sound system when necessary. Filled with comedy and audience participation, this show will leave everyone with a smile on their face, asking each other "How does he do that?" $225 for one presentation, $75 for each additional presentation (same day, can be split with another library). No limit on group size. Content adjusted for ages present.

Rory Rennick, the Magistic roryrennick@hotmail.com 491-0786 http://www.roryrennickmagic.com/home.html Ages 6-11, $320

Jeff Wawrzaszek 734-996-2442 a2magic@yahoo.com A2magic.com Your audiences will absolutely love this high-energy, laugh-a-minute, interactive show! 2018 Pricing (includes a one hour Magic Workshop or 45-minute Magic Show): within 100 miles of Ann Arbor- $350.00; 101-150 miles from Ann Arbor- $365.00; 151-200 miles from Ann Arbor- $380.00; 201+ miles from Ann Arbor- $395.00 and up. Block booking prices available.

Mark Wood 740-286-6407 markwoodfunshow@gmail.com markwoodfunshow.com The Mark Wood Fun Show is a 40-minute program that features comedy, magic & audience participation to produce a super exciting library experience. The 2018 library program “Disco Magic Show” promotes the importance of reading and is great for the collaborative music theme of Libraries Rock. In the new show, Mark portrays a magical disco dancer. All ages, $500. Block booking prices available.

MUSIC PROGRAMS

The Caravan (formerly Cooking Caravan) John Croke 614-423-9475 CookingCaravan.com Chef Battle. Caravan Chefs square off in a culinary competition that features audience members as sous chefs and judges. All ages. $300. Story Stew- Part rebus story, part Mad Libs, part Choose your Own Adventure, part recipe, this ridiculous journey teaches participants the essential elements of a story through the use of an enormous and ever-changing book. All ages, $200 Tasty Tales- The Caravan shares an awesome book, interactive songs, and a tasty snack that ties it all together. All ages, $300, 30 person maximum Chef Demo- Treat yourself and your participants to a light snack prepared with the help of one of our chefs. All ages, $300, 30 person maximum

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Found Sounds: The Sounds of a Storm- Help us create a thunderstorm! This found percussion workshop introduces the elements of a storm and teaches participants how to create the sounds of a storm using body percussion and homemade instruments. Ages 4-12, $250, 30 person maximum Found Sounds: Make Your Own Sound Effects- We retell a classic story with the help of some classic effects, then you help us create a brand new story! This found percussion workshop teaches you how to make sound effects out of household objects and encourages you to create your own. Ages 4-12, $250, 30 person maximum All programs are approximately 40 minutes in length

Sogbety Diomande 419-522-5058 highlands@neo.rr.com West African Rhythm with Sogbety! Get a glimpse of West Africa with Sogbety Diomande, native of the Ivory Coast, through drumming and dance, colorful costumes, musical instruments, rhythms and songs. This interactive performance is sure to engage and delight all audiences! All ages, $200 plus $.50 per mile from Mansfield, OH, 50 minute shows. Likes to do 3 shows in one day, when possible

Jim Gill 708-763-9864 jimgill@jimgill.com Fabulous family concerts, excellent for preschoolers. Very expensive, but worth it! Check his schedule to see when he’ll be in the area and block-book with other libraries. Ages 2 – 11, $900 or more depending on his travel plans

Doctah X (Tony Harrington) 614-725-6368 dr_version@hotmail.com Let’s Make Some Noise with Doctah X. Celebrate the tradition of the spoken word in this lively poetry and music program especially for kids! Ages 5-11, $220 Needs: table for equipment and PA system. CML

Duke Otherwise 262.689.3001 https://vimeo.com/74971157 http://www.dukeotherwise.com/ One library: $425 (plus travel from Wisconsin/lodging, $120) Two libraries (same-day): $375 each (plus travel fees shared) Three libraries (same-day): $350 each (plus travel fees shared)

Annie Hawe 740-965-3603 www.anniejamband.com anniejamband@columbus.rr.com Jammin’ with Annie: all participants will be in Annie’s Jam Band, choosing from over 100 different percussion instruments to play throughout the program. This interactive musical experience also includes singing, dancing, and the use of finger puppets with a focus on the wonders of music and books! Needs electrical outlet, 7 - 6’ tables for instruments, floor space for participants to sit, play instruments & move around. Ages 2-9, $150 for one morning show or $225 for two consecutive morning shows. Afternoon fee is $125 for one or $200 for two consecutive shows. CML

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Brian Holland 614-439-8481 Briank3@att.net Hip-Hop-Academics-Rapping Kids into Learning: this program will excite and entertain your students while teaching basic reading, math, and character education skills to students using hip-hop music. An exciting and unforgettable performance that includes 6-8 original Hip-Hop-Academics songs, games, activities and prizes! Ages 3-8, $250 Hip-Hop-Academics-Rapping Kids into Good Choice! Brian will show your students how to get down and have fun in a positive way while performing original Hip-Hop-Academics songs, and conducting educational activities dealing with character education. For example: Respect; saying no to drugs; not smoking; and making good choices. Ages 9-12, $250 CML

Marlene Metz 740-972-2264/ 740-965-6894 marlenemetz@yahoo.com www.marlenehartzler.com/concert-and-class-schedule/ Dance and Sing Around the World with Miss Marlene features songs and activities from every corner of the globe. Move your whole body while singing "A Ram Sam Sam" from Morocco and learn the silly song "Aikendrum" from Scotland. It's a high-energy show with lots of audience participation, surprises, and laughter for the whole family. Ages 1-6, $165, limited to Franklin & Delaware Counties (mileage fees apply for areas outside of these counties) Good for outdoor venues too. Needs: Electrical outlet. Large rooms with audiences over 30 generally need amplification; please request and the performer will bring her own sound system.

Zak Morgan Contact Susan Lounsbury at Loyd Artists susan@loydartists.com 518-647-5916 Zak Morgan’s wit has been compared to Shel Silverstein and Dr. Seuss. He has performed more than 2,500 concerts for children since 1999. Zak’s unique brand of music delivers songs and poems with wit and charm that inspire and tickle the funny bones. His performance is filled with musical stories, laughter and warmth as he encourages children to learn through reading, imagination, and believing in themselves while using their voices, creativity and body movements to join in the fun! All ages, $650 including travel (reduced rates for multiple bookings)

The Shazzbots (Ian Hummel) shazzbot@wowway.com http://www.theshazzbots.com/readabook The Shazzbots are bringing cool, quirky, kid rock music to all the children of the cosmos. All ages, $500 ($100 additional if more than 30 mins from Columbus)

Tom Sieling 607-564-3508 risatom@lightlink.com I’m a musician (singer, guitar, banjo, harmonica, and drum machine player) who specializes in the most fun, most participatory songs for kids. I also touch on making music part of the students’ lives and spend a few minutes on bullying prevention. No travel fees; $295, single bookings; $275, single bookings as long as I have another within 80 miles on the same or a consecutive day; $250, block-bookings of 3 or more within 80 miles all booked together at the same time (they can be consecutive days). Available in Ohio May 21 - July 1, 2018

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Mark Wood 740-286-6407 markwoodfunshow@gmail.com The Mark Wood Fun Show is a 40 minute program that features comedy, magic & audience participation to produce a super exciting library experience. The 2018 library program “Disco Magic Show” promotes the importance of reading and is great for the collaborative music theme of “Libraries Rock.” In the new show, Mark portrays a magical disco dancer. One show: $500; two shows per day: $400 each; three shows per day: $300 each; no mileage charges within 5 hours of Jackson, OH.

PUPPETRY

Mr. Puppet (Bob Abdou) 614-329-5399 mrpuppet@earthlink.net www.mrpuppet.com Twist & Shout with a Library Book- Rock & Roll with Mr. Puppet and fun characters; ventriloquism & marionettes; fun for all ages! Ages 3 and up/families, $250

Terrence Burke 513-370-9803 http://www.wumpmucketpuppets.com/ wumpmucket@gmail.com Tales from Bucket Gulch-A Western-themed variety show that will have the little buckaroos laughing and clapping throughout the 30-minute show. The featured stories in the show are “The Cow Who Wouldn't Moo” -featuring cowpokes Coleman and Reg, and “Miss Jacqui's Tall Tales of the West” and more songs and silliness performed by our hand-crafted puppet stars. Needs: a 7' x 5' space with a flat surface to set up on with access to electricity at front of room. Ages 5-11 and families, $350 per program, $250 for second programs at same location

SCIENCE PROGRAMS

Armstrong Air & Space Museum Christopher Moynihan 419.738.8811 programs@armstrongmuseum.org http://www.armstrongmuseum.org/ Gemini Jams- Do you play an instrument? Did you know that astronauts play instruments while in space? Participants will learn about the instruments played on the Gemini VI mission and build a harmonica out of household items. Groups will then be challenged to create their own song. Rock the Waves- Experience the changes in sound through interactive experiments. Children will engage in a hands-on activity using tuning forks, conductors, and insulators to analyze and compare their sound waves Sounds of Science- Gain an understanding of the makeup of sounds on Earth and in space! Participants will have the opportunity to explore music through the use of Boomwhackers, which use different lengths of tubes to display different notes of music. Kids will be placed in groups to explore, tinker, and create their own music to share. Ages 6-12, $50 + mileage

Jack Brown https://sites.google.com/site/shockingdiscoveries/ jackebrownjr@gmail.com CONTROLLING MOTION: FROM THE HUMAN ARM TO ROBOT ARMS: Participants will learn where and how humans can (still) outperform robots and how they are different. Skill challenge-can you beat a robot? “Hands-on” activities include

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controlling movement using air hydraulics, motors, string, and now – origami. See how to use coffee grounds to make a robot gripper! Discover how to create robots that can draw. Age 8+ CODING FOR SIMPLE MOVEMENT: Using Arduino microcontrollers, participants will learn how to move a simple robot arm and how to give it the sense of touch. This program will be limited to four students, but three one hour sessions will allow up to 12 students to participate (for one program fee). Age 10+ MAKE SOUNDS WITH ELECTRICITY: How many devices can you build that use electricity to make sounds? Using a few simple materials like a coil of wire, a battery, some paper, and bits and pieces of metal; make speakers, send Morse code messages, make an electric guitar that plays itself and have fun learning how electricity can create all kinds of movement. Age 8+ YOU WILL GET A CHARGE OUT OF THIS: Demonstrations and “hands-on” activities emphasizing static electricity. Sample activities include: Generating and storing high-voltage electricity, ringing bells with electricity, making lightning bolts, viewing electric fields, and detecting electricity at a distance. Age 8+ PLAY WITH VISIBLE & INVISIBLE LIGHT: In addition to the visible light colors, participants will conduct experiments with other forms of light which include infrared (Heat), radio, radar, remote TV controls, ultraviolet, and X-rays. Participants will build a “Sun-Tracker” which projects a multicolor rainbow. Pricing: Each program is $115. All events are one hour.

COSI Brian Krosnick, Manager of Workshops 614.228.2674 ext. 2339 Bkrosnick@cosi.org Superhero Science- It’s a bird! It’s a plane! Nah, it’s super-science! In this interactive workshop with COSI, you’ll explore the science behind saving the day. You’ll examine temperature, manipulate light, and test speed to see how “super powers” surround us each and every day. You’ll even see (and feel) the electrifying, hair-raising power of electricity firsthand. This summer, you can keep the city safe and sound with science on your side. Ages 6-11, limit of 30 participants, $195 Junior Engineer- Kids can design, build, test, and redesign! Engineers use energy, math, and science to solve problems as they design the roads, bridges, buildings, and schools we see every day. We’ll start by exploring the energy around us – at work whenever something lights up, makes noise, or moves – and see how it flows through circuits. Then, you’ll become an engineer yourself as you build sky-high standing towers, energize light bulbs, program real robots, and even design, build and test your own floating boats to see how much mass they can carry without sinking. Preschool-K, limit of 30 participants, $195 Gadgets-to-Go- The excitement of engineering, force and motion, and mechanics hits the road in this energizing hands-on workshop. We’ll explore energy – at work in the world around us – and how it flows through conductors. You’ll dream it and build it with awe-inspiring Blue Blocks and construct magnetic marble-run roller coasters; program real robots, construct circuits to make music, and even design, build, test, and redesign to create a recycled floating contraption in our five-foot-tall wind tube! Ages 6-11, limit of 30 participants, $195 Coaster Creators!- This open inquiry, engineering design workshop is filled with ups and downs as you explore the engineering process, communication, and collaboration. First, put the force of gravity (and teamwork) to the test in a wild marble challenge. Then, scream ahead as you build your own roller coaster around chairs, through desks, and across chalkboards. With limitless flexible track, supports, and marbles, if you can dream it, you can design it, build it, test it, and redesign it until your coaster is ready to thrill. Ages 8 and up, limit of 30 participants, $195 Coaster Creators- This open inquiry, engineering design workshop is filled with ups and downs as you explore the engineering process, communication, and collaboration. First, put the force of gravity (and teamwork) to the test in a wild marble challenge. Then, scream ahead as you build your own roller coaster around chairs, through desks, and across chalkboards. With limitless flexible track, supports, and marbles, if you can dream it, you can design it, build it, test it, and redesign it until your coaster is ready to thrill. Ages 11-17, limit of 30 participants, $195. NEW! Beginner Robotics- What is a robot? How does it work? COSI’s Beginner Robotics is the way to find out! In this incredible introductory workshop, we’ll explore energy, circuitry, and the “language” robots speak: programming. Then, you’ll take control of your own hand-held Bee-Bot and test out COSI’s customized, cross-curricular challenges: write a fairy tale and bring it to life through programming, navigate the Valley of the Unknown, pilot your Bee-Bot between flowers to

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pollinate them, escape from the Black Forest, practice your spelling words on the Alphabet Mat, and so much more! Ages 6-11, limit of 30 participants, $195 NEW! Discovering Dinosaurs- Dig into discovery and bring a paleontology research station right into your classroom! Using comparative anatomy, we’ll explore how prehistoric creatures might’ve lived. Then, you’ll use real excavation tools to study fossil remains, solve the puzzle of Earth’s geological layers and its massive time scale, measure yourself against dinosaur footprints to grasp the size of these enormous creatures, and even interact with a real, living dino-descendant brought right to you. Ages 6-13, limit of 30 participants, $195 NEW! Beginner Coding- Have a favorite video game? Ever wonder how it’s made? In this workshop, you’ll use MIT’s Scratch platform to think creatively, work collaboratively, and reason systematically. Learn the building blocks of video game design and coding and work together to program a character’s movement…all while focusing on grade-level mathematics and technology standards. Ages 8-14, limit of 30 participants, $195 Catapults and Trebuchets- Explore force and motion in this surprising physics lab based on these medieval siege contraptions. Using the engineering process, teens will design, build, test, and redesign catapults and trebuchets from recycled materials. Discover how physics is at play even in the most unlikely of circumstances. Ages 12-17, limit of 30 participants, $195

Mad Science of Northeast Ohio 330-498-0033 northeastohio.madscience.org Interactive science demonstrations Ages K-6th grade or family programs

STORYTELLING

Adele Brown 740-385-9761 adele@rosetrace.com Old-timey family style Appalachian folk & fairy tales in the spirit of "make your own fun!" All ages

Michelle Cornell 784-0538 csmithberger@yahoo.com www.MichelleCornell.com The Story Sampler- This program is comprised of Fairy and Folk tales, Legends, and Spooky Tales. The audience considers the differences between these stories taken from traditional literature. Pre K-5th grade audience, $120.00

Jim Flanagan 740-474-7474 positivetales.org Storytelling for grades K – 12 $180 plus travel

Lyn Ford 614-237-7605 friedtales2@gmail.com LET’S THROW STORIES: Folktale adaptations rooted in African/ African American storytelling traditions. All ages, $175 RABBIT TALES RETOLD: Tales of the trickster hero, from Lyn’s storytelling family. All ages, $175 JACK, JANIE, & OTHER “BOBOS”: Noodleheads and fortunate fools in folktales from many places. All ages, $175 AFFRILACHIAN FOLKTALES: African American folktales, fables, and fool tales, from the hills and valleys of Appalachia. Humor and heart in stories rooted in Lyn Ford's family's storytelling traditions. K- 5 and families, $175

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TURTLE SHELL TALES: African and African American tales of the folksy and fabled turtle or tortoise. Silly stories include rhythm and rhyme, a little history, and a lot of heart. K- 5 and families, $175 LET’S HAVE A STORY: Actually a version of my "Let's Throw Stories" program, prepped specifically for younger audiences (preschool - Gr. 1 or 2, according to your needs). Highly interactive versions of African and Affrilachian folktales about critters like Rabbit, Turtle, Frog, Bear, Fox, Wolf, and Spider, geared to little ones and the big folks who love them. Ages 3-11 and families, $175 Needs: chair, masking tape on floor or carpet about 1 foot in front of chair and children seated on the floor if possible. Available dates: June 20-24; June 27-Jul 1; August 4-9.

Roger Jerome 740-645-0445 rogerjerome.com Theatre acts & storytelling.

Also, don’t forget the OHIO YOUTH SERVICES PERFORMERS SHOWCASE list on the State Library website: https://library.ohio.gov/services-for-libraries/library-programs-

development/youth-services/ohio-youth-services-performers-showcase/

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ESPECIALLY FOR TEENS

ART

Victor Dandridge 614-419-5024 wwi3313@aol.com CHARACTER CRAFTER: Take the Raconteur's challenge and create your own comic character from start to finish. Ages 8-12, $250 LINE, SHAPE, OBJECT: First-hand instruction turns the art of illustration into a series of developing skills, that when practiced allow you to draw ANYTHING! Ages 8-12, $250 FROM BULLIES TO BUDDIES: Using a fun, light-hearted, but honest approach, comic book creator Victor Dandridge aims to encourage students to look beyond their insecurities, to form healthy, new opinions about themselves and people they interact with on a daily basis. Max participants 30 students. Run time 45mins to 1hr. Ages 8-12, $250 PIXEL ART: Mimicking the art style of early video game design, pixel art plays on the abstract rendering of objects through mathematics and color. (1 hour-1 ½ hour program), limit to 30 participants. Needs: seating and work area for participants. Ages 13-17, $250 Buy-one, get-one half off for anyone who wants to schedule multiple sessions/programs

Steve Harpster 614-315-9427 steve@harptoons.com http://www.harptoons.com/ Video Game Creator- Video games are huge and it's also a billion dollar industry where aspiring artists can find jobs. This drawing program will open the minds of young artists about careers in art while they set forth to create their very own video game full of fun characters and dangerous foes. Teens, $175

Igloo Letterpress Beth Dekker 614-787-5528 info@iglooleterpress.com iglooletterpress.com HEART OHIO PRINT: Show your state love by printing our Love Ohio card on our 1943 Vandercook proof presses using a magnesium plate designed here at Igloo. Each participant will get to choose from a variety of papers, pull 10 prints of this adorable card, then choose from a rainbow of envelopes to match. 1 hour, $5 each- $75 minimum MINI-STITCH JOURNAL: Learn a classic bookbinding stitch and choose from a wide variety of book covers, pages, and thread to make each book your very own. Each student will get to create 3 custom books to take home. 1 hour, $5 each- $75 minimum THANKS! NOTE CARD: Show your appreciation by printing these fun thank-you notes. We will set up our antique wood type on our 1943 Vandercook proof press, and have each student print 10 copies of these bold and friendly cards. We'll then head to the rainbow envelope wall to choose matching envelopes for mailing. 1 hour, $5 each- $75 minimum

Paul Merklein 414-232-1391 Greatbigfaces.com Cartoonist

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White Dragon Paper, LLC Rocky Lawton 937-269-3020 whitedragonpaper@email.com Recycled Paper Tile Art: Participants will take colorful pulped recycled paper and make decorative paper tiles and paper shapes to take home. Requires outdoor water-friendly area, water hook up, electricity, and safe weather Ages: 7+. $100 per 1 hour session (requires additional 1 hour prep time on site) Sheet Papermaking: Participants will make their own colorful sheets of paper by hand, which can be taken home to dry and used for other art projects. Requires outdoor water-friendly area, water hook up, electricity, and safe weather Ages: 7+. $100 per 1 hour session (requires additional 1 hour prep time on site)

FOOD

Victoria Strickland Food Matters/Local Matters 614-597-9356 tori.c.strickland@gmail.com Be a Hero: The Fantastic “Five” Food Groups- Local Matters will provide an energetic, fun presentation about nutrition and food preparation. Build your own burrito bar! Teens, $250

MAGIC

Jim Kleefeld (440) 937-5488 Kleefeld@erienet.net Tales From Beyond: Death on the Titanic, Shrunken Heads, Voodoo and the LIzzie Borden Axe Murders. More Tales From Beyond: The Fox Sisters, Eliot Ness, Salem Witch Trials, The Cleveland Torso Murders and more. Ohio Spirits: Haunted places in Ohio like the Mansfield Reformatory, Franklin Castle, Golden Lamb and more. Ages 11-17, all programs are $375 for one or $300 each for two or more of the same program on the same day

Rory Rennick roryrennick@hotmail.com 491-0786 MIND BLOWING MAGIC! Teens will have a blast, as they experience some non-traditional magic that encourages reading. From mind-reading to sleight of hand delivered in the comedic way that only Rory Rennick can bring! Ages 12-17, program length 45 minutes, cost: $250

MUSIC

Brian Burgess/BHB (stage name) 614-397-6269 bhb4u2@yahoo.com Origins of Hip Hop- history of Hip Hop music and its positive contributions to the community. Brief history and examples of break dancing and information for those who think they might want a career as a DJ. Ages 11-18, $300

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Doctah X (Tony Harrington) 725-2837 dr_version@hotmail.com Dub Poetry: This program encourages self-expression through language in the tradition of dub poetry, a form of performance poetry of West Indian origin that evolved out of dub music and consists of the spoken word over reggae rhythms. It includes music, a forward on the history of dub, its appearance on the American music scene and its influence on contemporary rock, punk, and hip hop. The Doctah will encourage kids to experiment with the computer and electronic equipment, to express themselves through words, i.e., poetry, rap, or song as he provides the backup rhythm. Tweens & Teens, $200 Music Inspires Music: From Ritual to Carnegie Hall: A short history of how African American music and musicians have contributed to many kinds of music (jazz, big band, R&B, rock, country, opera and even zydeco). Kids will be encouraged to participate. Ages 11-17, $175 Explore your Creativity with Doctah X!: Open mic; kids are invited to read a favorite poem, rap, or sing while Doctah X provides a dub sound track for their performances. Ages 11-17, $175 Needs: table, a projector and screen for laptop, PA system, poetry books on display. CML

STORYTELLING

Lyn Ford 237-7605 friedtales2@gmail.com Spookers & Haunts- from gentle, silly stories for young ears to strange and creepy tales for the mature listener, after Lyn’s tales, participants are encouraged to share their own three-to-five minute spooky stories. Teens, $175 Write It, Tell It: Twisting Folktales to Read or Tell- a special program of folktales for older listeners to enjoy, discuss, and use as story sparks for their own crafting of tales. Teens, $175

OTHER TEEN PROGRAMS

Renuka Bhatt 740-549-0854 kutromanus@yahoo.com Henna tattoo program: Teens will learn about the culture, history and art of henna tattoos. Renuka will apply the henna designs. Ages 12-17, $150 Available days and evenings, but not weekends

Ruby Harper one.wicked.kitty@gmail.com Jamberry consultant, does nail programs for tweens.

Mindy McGinnis mindymcginnis.com Teen writing programs

Royal Arts Academy 614-330-2445 info@royalarts.org Royalarts.org Will do workshops for small groups (maximum of 20) using light sabers, historical weapons, etc. Ages 11 & up, $180 per hour