Each SELCO member library has $3,500 in vetted funding for the FY25 season. The FY25 application will close on 5/31/2025, and programs can be held through 10/31/2025.Â
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. You are encouraged 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.
A Touch of Magic
A refreshing alternative to traditional children's entertainment
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
Brodini
Laugh along with Brodini's amazing magic tricks
C. H. Armstrong
Workshops on getting your book published from an expert in the trade
Chad Lewis
Minnesota's spooky, supernatural and strange
Dallas and Siama
Joyful Congolese music you can play and sing along to
Dazzling Dave
Professional yo-yo performer and teacher
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
Joleen Emery
Bookish crafting workshops featuring upcycled materials
The Jolly Pops
Upbeat musical concerts for the whole family
Mike Arturi
Healing music and drumming with The Lovin' Spoonful
Mobile Sign Shop
Custom carved sign workshops out of a brightly-colored trailer
National Eagle Center
Raptor conservation and education with a live bird
Paper Plains
Interactive experience in papermaking and native prairie planting
Raising Hope Ranch
Storytime with Munchkin the miniature horse and parrot facts and laughs with Buddy the Blue Condor
Rose Oyamot
Musical storytimes for littles featuring Hawaiian music on the ukulele
Salsa del Soul
Upbeat acoustic Latin music that will have you dancing along
Sewing Circle
Come together to create a quilt that celebrates the library
Tales by Terry
Master Storyteller Terry tickles the imagination of all ages
Tom the Creature Teacher
Live reptile and amphibian programs for all ages
Will Bjorndal
Fun, silly, and educational songs for the whole family
Willomina Art Studio
Painting workshops featuring delightfully unique creations