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G2S Project Code: 2017-TX-79371
State: Texas
Fiscal Year: 2017
Grantee
CARL & MARY WELHAUSEN LIBRARY

Project Director
Director Name: Gena Jiral
Director Phone: 361-293-5001
Director Email: librarian@cityofyoakum.org
General Information
Title: "Hank the Cowdog in Concert"
State Project Code: 451-18004
Start Date: 09/01/2017
End Date: 08/31/2018
Abstract: The Carl and Mary Welhausen Library of Yoakum brought the "Hank the Cowdog" books to life with an author visit from John Erickson. The library held two programs filled with music, story telling, and family fun.
State Goal: Goal 3: Access to library services for early learning, success in school, and lifelong learning
Budget Information
LSTA
MATCH-State
MATCH-Other
Total
$3,187.48
$0.00
$0.00
$3,187.48
Intent(s)
Improve users' general knowledge and skills.
Reading Program (Not Summer Reading)
Activities
Activity Details
Title: Author visit
Narrative: The Carl and Mary Welhausen Library hosted “Hank the Cowdog” author John Erickson, on June 6th with two 60 minutes performances.  There were 303 in attendance for the 2:00 show while the 5:30 show brought in 108. Texas author, of the very popular Hank the Cowdog books (over 71) spoke of his experiences in writing, shared some words of wisdom to those struggling readers, sang songs from his self-narrated audio books, read from the book(s), told stories of his ranch burning in a wildfire in March 2018, and answered questions from the audience.  Prizes of an autographed “Hank” poster, plush, and book were awarded to the two best dressed cowgirl/cowboy at each of these performances.  The first five families arriving at each show received an autographed copy of the very first book in the Hank the Cowdog series. Each child arriving also received a "Hank" activity packet compiled of free printables from their website and a staff made crossword puzzle. Door prizes were also drawn and awarded at each show. Mr. Erickson was available for autographs and had various books, toys, and CDS for purchase (the library did not profit from these sales - all money went directly to Mr. Erickson). After each performance, everyone enjoyed snack mix and lemonade. The Hank the Cowdog books were displayed throughout the library in part for decoration and in part for checking out. Prizes and snacks were contributed by local sources. No grant funds were used for food, prizes or other giveaways in this program.
Intent: Improve users' general knowledge and skills.

Activity: Instruction
Mode: Program
Format: In-person


Quantity
Session length (minutes): 60
Number of sessions in program: 2
Average number in attendance per session: 206
Number of times program administered: 1


Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: No
Historical Societies or Organizations: No
Museums: No
Archives: No
Cultural Heritage Organization Multi-type: No
Preschools: No
Schools: No
Adult Education: No
Human Service Organizations: No
Other: No


Legal Type of Partner Organization(s):
Federal Government: No
State Government: No
Local Government (excluding school districts): No
School District: No
Non-Profit: No
Private Sector: No
Tribe/Native Hawaiian Organization: No


Beneficiaries
Is the activity directed at the library workforce: No
For a targeted group or for the general population: General


Locale
Is the activity state-wide: No
Specific Locations: Yes
Name: CARL & MARY WELHAUSEN LIBRARY
Address: 810 FRONT ST
City: YOAKUM
State: TX
Zip: 77995
Question 1: I learned something by participating in this library activity.
Strongly Agree: 16
Agree: 12
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 2
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 5
Question 2: I feel more confident about what I just learned.
Strongly Agree: 13
Agree: 12
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 5
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 5
Question 3: I intend to apply what I just learned.
Strongly Agree: 12
Agree: 12
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 5
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 6
Question 4: I am more aware of resources and services provided by the library.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 35
Question 5: I am more likely to use other library resources and services.
Strongly Agree: 21
Agree: 11
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 1
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 2
Project Outcomes
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Do you anticipate continuing this project after the current reporting period ends:
No
Do you anticipate any change in level of effort in managing this project:
No
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Do you anticipate changing the types of activities and objectives addressed by the project:
No
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Was an evaluation conducted for this project:
No
Was a final written evaluation report produced:
No
Can the final written evaluation report be shared publicly on the IMLS website:
No
Was the evaluation conducted by project staff (either SLAA or local library) or by a third-party evaluator:
Third-Party
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