Each SELCO member library has $3,500 in vetted funding for the FY25 season. The FY25 application will open on October 1, 2024 and close on May 31, 2025. FY25 programs can be held no later than October 31, 2025. 

If you are interested in hosting a vetted performer, please contact them with scheduling inquiries prior to submitting an event application. Many performers will adapt their programs to the audience or tailor them to tie in with summer reading program themes, holidays, or current events. We encourage you to reach out to them to request such modifications and clarify expectations on both sides. Once you have confirmed a date and time you can proceed with the application.

Afoutayi


Sharing the traditions, beauty, and culture of Haiti

Amanda & Munchkin


Storytime with Munchkin the miniature horse with dwarfism

Amy Simso Dean


Intro to birding and guided birding workshops for all ages

Arn Kind


Historical reenactments guaranteed to enthrall and educate

Art Book Circle


Hands-on arts and literacy programs customized to you

Brian & Susan


A musical MN storytime featuring Paul Bunyan, oboe, and sax

Brodini


Laugh along with Brodini's amazing magic tricks

Chad Lewis


Minnesota's spooky, supernatural and strange

Doubletree Leatherworks


A variety of leather crafting classes for beginners

Doug Ohman


Photography and history presentations and workshops

Ghana Mbaye


Uplifting intergenerational West African drumming workshops

International Owl Center


Owl conservation and education with a live bird

Jaspar Lepak


Inspiring acoustic music celebrating women and books

Jeffrey Tibbetts


Indigenous stonecarving workshops for beginners

Jim Jayes


Magic and marionettes that will wow any audience

The Jolly Pops


Upbeat musical concerts for the whole family

Laura MacKenzie


Celtic music and lore on a unique array of instruments

Mike Arturi


Healing music and drumming with The Lovin' Spoonful

Mobile Sign Shop


Custom carved sign workshops out of a brightly-colored trailer

Moheb Soliman


Interdisciplinary Poet inspired by the Great Lakes

National Eagle Center


Raptor conservation and education with a live bird

RAD Zoo


Fun and educational reptile experience with live animals

Salsa del Soul


Upbeat Latin music that will have you dancing along

Sewing Circle


Come together to create a quilt that celebrates the library

Siama and Dallas


Joyful Congolese music you can play and sing along to

TaikoArts Midwest


Heart-pounding, dynamic Japanese drumming

Tales by Terry


Master Storyteller Terry tickles the imagination of all ages

Will Bjorndal


Fun, silly, and educational songs for the whole family

Willomina Art Studio


Painting workshops featuring delightfully unique creations

Z Puppets Rosenschnoz


Puppet programs featuring the power of playfulness