http://www.semls.org/performer/index.asp Find out when new programs are added to the Massachusetts Performers & Programs Directory. The directory is provided as a service to the librarians in Massachusetts through a joint effort of the Massachusetts Regional Library Systems. en-us klussier@semls.org performer@semls.orghttp://www.semls.org/performer/images/P&PDir130pix.jpg http://www.semls.org/performer/index.asp 130 260 23 24 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Saturday Sunday massperformhttp://feedburner.google.comThis is an XML content feed. It is intended to be viewed in a newsreader or syndicated to another site, subject to copyright and fair use. http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/MMQqySxvW2k/detail.asp Guard Up! Family Swordsmanship can host your library's fundraiser. Local libraries advertise a Wizard's Quest where kids fight monsters with foam swords and foam spell balls while solving mysteries and winning treasure. Your library gets up to half of the fee paid by patrons. Tue, 3 Nov 2009 12:32:40 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1548 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/xYU4Vn-kvF4/detail.asp This program is designed to enhance the 2010 Summer Reading Program theme "Make A Splash!" The audience will be entertained through music and dialogue as Judy tells her story of her day at the beach and her quest to settle down with her "Beach Read" book for the day. Lively audience interaction to songs like "Sandcastles," "Can't Go Surfin'" and Judy's most popular song, "Swimming in Jello." Plus the brand new song "Beach Reads!" Tue, 3 Nov 2009 12:31:6 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1545 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/aKONrCZRw6E/detail.asp Judy Pancoast has twice been an artist-in-residence at Nyumbani Orphanage in Karen, Kenya. There she facilitate songwriting workshops, lived and played with nearly 100 HIV+ children and teens, and came away with a fresh understanding of the worldwide AIDS epidemic, what is being done to help the affected children, and how happiness can thrive among poverty and illness. Her talk on her experiences as a solo female traveler on an adventure in Africa is positive and uplifting and should be heard by every group interested in the plight of AIDS-affected children. Tue, 3 Nov 2009 12:26:43 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1547 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/Iz_TWrkpDs4/detail.asp If you are like many of us, you spend countless hours encouraging others to think about meeting their life goals. But what about YOU? What about your own personal and professional development? The best way to make certain that you are satisfied and productive in your life is to check in with yourself once and a while to identify what you are most passionate about. In this systematic workshop--and using his own dramatic story of professional and career re-invention as a springboard--Tom Ingrassia shares motivational techniques to help you identify your worth as an individual, to seize opportunities that are presented to you and make them your own, and to use the power you already have within to achieve your dreams. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:57:53 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1544 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/kGA6LeMOuiI/detail.asp What effects did Motown's popularity as "The Sound of Young America" have on the Civil Rights Movement? This multimedia program traces the development of--and interconnections between the burgeoning popularity of The Motown Sound and the Civil Rights Movement. Why was Motown's music so popular during the 1960s--and why has Motown remained so popular to this day? Find out in this entertaining and enlightening multimedia lecture. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:57:53 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1543 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/mI8EAcqYquU/detail.asp The Supremes were trendsetters who broke down racial, gender and societal barriers by gaining popularity with both black and white audiences worldwide during the 1960s and 70s. This multimedia lecture presentation explores the social and cultural impact of the most successful female group in music history--and why their accomplishments remain so potent today, more than 40 years after their meteoric rise to fame. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:57:53 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1542 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/0BeD32jowxc/detail.asp A Merry Christmas Show - The Gingerbread Man and Other Tales! Three stories - 1) "The Bear's Christmas" about a bear that is awakened to find out Christmas is the next day - but what IS Christmas? She finds out that the best part of Christmas is being with someone you love! 2) "Santa and the Snowman" - Who will help Santa with his Christmas deliveries since Rudolf has the Reindeer flu? Will the abominable snowman save the day? "The Gingerbread Man" - A sprinting cookie weaves his way throughout the stories and finishes the show. Lots of silliness, laughs, Christmas songs and holiday cheer! Wed, 28 Oct 2009 12:48:4 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1541 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/8-P7pKZEyEA/detail.asp This show is filled with stories, skits, silly songs, audience participation and of course, puppets! Reading is encouraged, as well as numbers, and laughter. Parents always have a few laughs too. This show can be adjusted for different ages and themes. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:19:32 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1540 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/oM4cULbI1_Q/detail.asp Our Samurai arrives in costume and talks of what it was like to live in the time of the Samurai. He will bring sample (unsharp) weapons and Kendo armor for the audience to touch and try on. Optionally, he can bring foam swords and teach smaller groups basic sword techniques (parental waiver required for under 18yo). European Knights also available. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:16:47 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1539 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/LDm3IEFahfY/detail.asp Our costumed and armored Knight arrives and tells a tale about life in Medieval times. He brings with him pieces of armor for kids to try on, sample (unsharp) weapons and if you wish, some foam swords to teach the audience how to do medieval sword techniques (smaller group sizes and parental waiver required for foam sword training). Sport Fencing demonstrations, Japanese Sword (Iaido and Kendo) also available. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:16:47 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1538 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/dg6mogQaf04/detail.asp CONCERT: Music for the family that focuses on how special children are, how much we love them, how they should treat others (with respect and kindness), disability awareness (sign language taught). The music is very interactive and a lot of fun! Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:9:23 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1536 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/Nkpbakzc97E/detail.asp This is a very interactive music program. I hand out toys related to the songs, and have instruments for a great parade! It is very educational as well as a lot of fun! This is the program I conduct at Morse Institute Library in Natick every month. It brings children to the library, and is always very well attended. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:8:35 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1537 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/5aeDDztTUio/detail.asp Guitar Recital featuring Dances from Spain & Latin America, Love songs, and New Lullabies commissioned by Aaron Larget-Caplan from living composer from across the United States Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:5:46 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1533 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/Py1nRmPWW5g/detail.asp Latin Travels A rousing journey via music & poetry through wild jungles & rainforests, gorgeous cathedrals, & bustling colonial cities of Latin America with Aaron Larget-Caplan & his guitar. Songs of Cuba, dances Venezuela, Tango from Argentina & more! Learn the history and geography of the region with the classical guitar as your guide. Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:5:11 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1534 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/massperform/~3/iEEha5uo5P4/detail.asp The Spirit of Spain with ¡Con Fuego! Spanish history, culture & music are on display in this rousing & interactive performance by ¡Con Fuego! (With Fire!) Guitarist Aaron Larget-Caplan & flamenco dancer La Conja lead audiences through the beautiful & action packed country of Spain. Using music & dance, audience members learn about the techniques that make flamenco dance & guitar unique, & the fire that makes Spain so wonderful. ¡Viva Con Fuego! Aaron Larget-Caplan, guitar La Conja, Spanish dance & castanets, www.laconja.com www.AaronLC.com Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:4:7 -04:00 http://www.semls.org/performer/detail.asp?ProgramID=1535