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Music & Magic You
Can Dig
Dig the music and
magic at your library this summer! Uncle Mike's Pint Size Polkas program
rolls magic, comedy, and education into one fluid, high-energy,
live musical performance package guaranteed to bring a smile to
the faces of young and old alike! Age and theme-appropriate trivia questions and a special
edition of name that tune will relate to digging, investigating
and discovering,
from the Wright Brothers' discovery of powered flight, to the theme songs from
"The Flintstones" and "Jurassic Park." One lucky adult will even have the
chance to participate in a special magic trick that will turn the
water inside a plastic cup into rocks! Plus, Uncle Mike will
demonstrate how he discovered how to play the accordion with a special
flexibility-defying magic trick sure to amaze your patrons of all
ages! Pint Size Polkas is the
perfect fit for your library in 2020. It's tons of fun for the
whole family!
Also available
virtually!
Program
Length
Approximately 40-45 minutes. Flexible according to event need.
Best Suited For
Libraries; all ages, families, children in grades K through 5.
Indoor / Outdoor
Either.
Technical
Requirements
- A performing area
of 8' wide x 6' deep minimum.
-
Uninterrupted use of
the performing area at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the
program.
-
Mike
typically provides his own sound system. One grounded electrical
outlet is required.
-
Mike requires a
flat, dry performance area for outdoor programs.
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Music & Magic from the Polkaverse
Looking for a fun,
musical and magical way to celebrate our universe in 2019? Uncle
Mike's music will have your patrons of all ages singing, clapping,
and dancing along to such classics
as the "Chicken Dance" and
"The Happy Wanderer," and learning exciting new songs
like "The Flying Machine Polka," all of which tie into 2019's
Universe of Stories theme. But, Uncle Mike's program is so much more
than music. It's magic, comedy, and education rolled into one
fluid, high-energy musical package guaranteed to bring a smile to
the faces of young and old alike! Age-appropriate trivia questions,
jokes, and a special
edition of name that tune will relate to space exploration,
from Neil Armstrong's place in history as the first
person to set foot on the moon, to Darth Vader's theme song from "Star
Wars." Plus, one lucky adult will even have the chance to
participate in a special outer space-mimicking magic trick that
will turn the water inside a plastic cup into ice! Uncle Mike will
also demonstrate how a similar cup would float in space, courtesy
of a very special gravity-defying magic trick. Pint Size Polkas is the
perfect fit for your library in 2019. It's out-of-this-world fun for the
whole family!
Program
Length
Approximately 40-45 minutes. Flexible according to event need.
Best Suited For
Libraries; all ages, families, children in grades K through 5.
Indoor / Outdoor
Either.
Technical
Requirements
- A performing area
of 8' wide x 6' deep minimum.
-
Uninterrupted use of
the performing area at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the
program.
-
Mike
typically provides his own sound system. One grounded electrical
outlet is required.
-
Mike requires a
flat, dry performance area for outdoor programs.
-
A TV
or LCD projector with a standard composite video input for
optional video segment.
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Hocus Polkas
It's polka time at
your library this summer! Uncle Mike's Pint Size Polkas program
rolls magic, comedy, and education into one fluid, high-energy,
live musical performance package guaranteed to bring a smile to
the faces of young and old alike! Age-appropriate trivia questions and a special
edition of name that tune will relate to different kinds of shows,
from the Wright Brothers first air show, to the theme songs from
popular children's TV shows. One lucky adult will even have the
chance to participate in a special magic trick that will turn the
water inside a plastic cup into ice! Plus, Uncle Mike will
demonstrate how he plays the accordion with a special
flexibility-defying magic trick sure to amaze your patrons of all
ages! Pint Size Polkas is the
perfect fit for your library in 2019. It's tons of fun for the
whole family!
Program
Length
Approximately 40-45 minutes. Flexible according to event need.
Best Suited For
Libraries; all ages, families, children in grades K through 5.
Indoor / Outdoor
Either.
Technical
Requirements
- A performing area
of 8' wide x 6' deep minimum.
-
Uninterrupted use of
the performing area at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the
program.
-
Mike
typically provides his own sound system. One grounded electrical
outlet is required.
-
Mike requires a
flat, dry performance area for outdoor programs.
-
A TV
or LCD projector with a standard composite video input for
optional video segment.
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The Library Rocks Polkas!
You want a rockin'
good time at your library this summer? Look no further than Pint
Size Polkas! Uncle Mike's music will have your patrons of all ages
singing, clapping, and dancing along to such polka-fied classics
as the "Chicken Dance," "I've Been Working on the Railroad," and
"The Happy Wanderer!" But, Uncle Mike's program is so much more
than just music. It's magic, comedy, and education rolled into one
fluid, high-energy musical package guaranteed to bring a smile to
the faces of young and old alike! As a fun play on the "Library
Rocks" theme, age-appropriate trivia questions and a special
edition of name that tune will relate back to rocks and stones,
from the moon and Neil Armstrong's place in history as the first
person to set foot on it, to the theme song from "the Flintstones"
TV show. Plus, one lucky adult will even have the chance to
participate in a spellbinding version of Oktoberfest's stein
holding contest. Despite their best efforts not to drink the water
inside, the water will magically disappear! Pint Size Polkas is the
perfect fit for your library in 2018. It's tons of fun for the
whole family!
Program
Length
Approximately 40-45 minutes. Flexible according to event need.
Best Suited For
Libraries; families, children in grades K through 5.
Indoor / Outdoor
Either.
Technical
Requirements
- A performing area
of 8' wide x 6' deep minimum.
-
Uninterrupted use of
the performing area at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the
program.
-
Mike
typically provides his own sound system. One grounded electrical
outlet is required.
-
Mike requires a
flat, dry performance area for outdoor programs.
-
A TV
or LCD projector with a standard composite video input for
optional video segment.
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POLKA TAKES YOU EVERYWHERE!
Join Uncle Mike as
he takes you on a musical, magical, and humorous journey around
the world! Your young patrons will have ample opportunity to
participate and volunteer, whether it's to help lead Germany's
"Chicken Dance;" hold a hat similar to the one worn by heroic
railroad engineer Casey Jones while the audience guesses the
corresponding occupation; or answer theme and age-appropriate
trivia questions covering such icons as Amelia Earhart, a pioneer
in transcontinental flight. Everyone will have the chance to sing
along to such theme-fitting tunes as "The Happy Wanderer" and the
"Flying Machine Polka", and will be encouraged to check out books
in related categories. Plus, one lucky adult will even have the
chance to participate in a spellbinding version of Oktoberfest's
stein holding contest. Despite their best efforts not to drink the
water inside, the water will magically disappear! The reading theme
is further reinforced by a globetrotting edition of Name that
Tune, featuring three short songs from Ireland, Italy, and Mexico,
during which the audience will be asked to identify the country of
origin. Age and theme-appropriate jokes will be sprinkled in
throughout the program, guaranteeing a good time for the whole
family!
Program
Length
Approximately 40-45 minutes. Flexible according to event need.
Best Suited For
Libraries; families, children in grades K through 5.
Indoor / Outdoor
Either.
Technical
Requirements
- A performing area
of 8' wide x 6' deep minimum.
-
Uninterrupted use of
the performing area at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the
program.
-
Mike
typically provides his own sound system. One grounded electrical
outlet is required.
-
Mike requires a
flat, dry performance area for outdoor programs.
-
A TV
or LCD projector with a standard composite video input for
optional video segment.
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Build A Better World Through Polka Music!
Help build a happier
world through music and comedy with Uncle Mike's "Build a Better
World Through Polka Music" show, perfect for 2017's CSLP and iRead
summer reading themes! Your young patrons will be invited to
display various hats while the audience guesses the jobs that go
with them. Each occupation is related to a different design or
building trade. The audience will have fun answering age and
theme-appropriate trivia questions on various people and things
that have helped make the world a better place, and will be
encouraged to check out books on related subjects! They'll also no
doubt get a kick out of Uncle Mike's jokes tailored to the reading
theme! Catchy sing-along polka songs and a quick round of "Name
that Tune" further complement the program theme, and of course no
one goes home without doing the "Chicken Dance" and a special
polka version of "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes." Participation
opportunities abound in this show that's fun for all ages!
Program
Length
Approximately 40-45 minutes. Flexible according to event need.
Best Suited For
Libraries; families, children in grades K through 5.
Indoor / Outdoor
Either.
Technical
Requirements
- A performing area
of 8' wide x 6' deep minimum.
-
Uninterrupted use of
the performing area at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the
program.
-
Mike
typically provides his own sound system. One grounded electrical
outlet is required.
-
Mike requires a
flat, dry performance area for outdoor programs.
-
A TV
or LCD projector with a standard composite video input for
optional video segment.
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Ready, Set, Polka!
Get up and move to
the happy sounds of polka music with Uncle Mike's, "Ready, Set,
Polka!" program, perfect for 2016's CSLP and iRead summer reading
themes! Your patrons will have the chance to test their fitness
with a multitude of dance opportunities, like special Pint Size
Polkas versions of the "Hokey Pokey," the "Chicken Dance," and
"Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes." Young trivia buffs will enjoy a
number of age-appropriate and theme-related questions designed to
encourage further reading. This engaging and interactive program
is rounded out by a special edition of Name That Tune featuring
iconic sports theme songs from the worlds of professional football
and the Olympics. Volunteer, participation and sing along
opportunities abound in this winning program that promises to be
fun for all ages!
Program
Length
Approximately 40-45 minutes. Flexible according to event need.
Best Suited For
Libraries; families, children in grades K through 5.
Indoor / Outdoor
Either.
Technical
Requirements
- A performing area
of 8' wide x 6' deep minimum.
-
Uninterrupted use of
the performing area at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the
program.
-
Mike
typically provides his own sound system. One grounded electrical
outlet is required.
-
Mike requires a
flat, dry performance area for outdoor programs.
-
A TV or LCD
projector with a standard composite video input for optional video
segment.
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REAL AMERICAN HEROES
Prepare yourself for a musical journey highlighting the
accomplishments of legendary heroes like aviator Amelia Earhart,
engineer Casey Jones, firefighter Molly Williams, and lumberjack
Paul Bunyan with Uncle Mike's "Real American Heroes" show, a
perfect fit for 2015's "Every Hero Has a Story" CSLP summer
reading theme. Participation opportunities abound! Your young
patrons will be invited to wear hats similar to those worn by the
heroes listed above while the audience guesses the jobs that go
with them. Everyone will have fun answering age and
theme-appropriate trivia questions on the aforementioned heroes
and will be encouraged to check out books that go with them!
Catchy sing-along polka songs and a quick round of "Name that
Tune" further complement the program theme, and of course, no one
goes home without doing the "Chicken Dance" and a special polka
version of "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes." Plenty of singing,
dancing, and education make this show fun for the whole family!
Program
Length
Approximately 45 minutes. Flexible according to event need.
Best Suited
For
Libraries; families, children in grades K through 5.
Indoor /
Outdoor
Either.
Technical
Requirements
-
A performing area of 8' wide x 6' deep minimum.
-
Uninterrupted use of the performing area at least 30 minutes
prior to the start of the program.
-
Mike typically provides his own sound system. One grounded
electrical outlet is required.
- Mike requires a flat,
dry performance area for outdoor programs.
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READ TO THE RHYTHM OF POLKA MUSIC!
Participation opportunities abound in this "Read to the Rhythm of
Polka Music!" show, a perfect fit for 2015's iREAD summer reading
theme! Your young patrons will be invited to wear hats while the
audience guesses the jobs that go with them. Each occupation is
related to something that has rhythm, like a pilot's airplane
engine, the chugga chugga of an engineer's steam train, or Paul
Bunyan's crosscut saw! The audience will have fun answering age
and theme-appropriate trivia questions on the aforementioned
subject areas and will be encouraged to check out books that go
with them! Catchy sing-along polka songs and a quick round of
"Name that Tune" further complement the program theme, and of
course, no one goes home without doing the "Chicken Dance" and a
special polka version of "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes." An
optional video segment will even teach your patrons how to do the
polka in a minute and a half! Plenty of singing, dancing, and
education make this show fun for the whole family!
Program
Length
Approximately 45 minutes. Flexible according to event need.
Best Suited
For
Libraries; families, children in grades K through 5.
Indoor /
Outdoor
Either.
Technical
Requirements
-
A performing area of 8' wide x 6' deep minimum.
-
Uninterrupted use of the performing area at least 30 minutes
prior to the start of the program.
-
Mike typically provides his own sound system. One grounded
electrical outlet is required.
-
Mike requires a flat, dry performance area for outdoor programs.
-
A TV or LCD projector with a standard composite video input for
optional video segment.
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pol-KABOOM!
Participation opportunities abound in this "Pol-KABOOM"
show, perfect for 2014's "Fizz, Boom, Read!" CSLP summer
reading theme! Your young patrons will be invited to wear hats
while the audience guesses the jobs that go with them. Each
occupation is related to something that goes fizz or boom, like a
supersonic airplane that makes a sonic boom, a dump truck that
dumps its load, a steam train that fizzes as it begins its
departure, or Paul Bunyan, who made a boom with each step he took!
The audience will have fun answering age and theme-appropriate
trivia questions on the aforementioned subject areas and will be encouraged to check out books
that go with them! Catchy sing-along polka songs and a quick round
of "Name that Tune" further complement the program
theme, and of course, no one goes home without doing the "Chicken
Dance" and a special polka version of "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and
Toes." Plenty of singing, dancing, and education make this
show fun for the whole family!
Program
Length
Typically 45 minutes. Flexible according to event need.
Best Suited For
Libraries; families, children in grades K through 5.
Indoor / Outdoor
Either.
Technical
Requirements
- A performing area
of 8' wide x 6' deep minimum.
-
Uninterrupted use of
the performing area at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the
program.
-
Mike
typically provides his own sound system. One grounded electrical
outlet is required.
-
Mike requires a
flat, dry performance area for outdoor programs.
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Polkas & Paws, Just
Because!
Looking for an interactive program that celebrates the feet of
various creatures through the happy sounds of polka music? Then
"Polkas & Paws, Just Because!" is a must-have for your "Paws to
Read!" 2014 summer reading program lineup! Your young patrons will
be invited to wear hats while the audience guesses the jobs that
go with them. Each occupation segment will be followed up by an
age-appropriate trivia question relating the job to an animal,
such as monkeys and space exploration, Dalmatians and
firefighting, and Bull Dogs and Mack Trucks. Uncle Mike will
further encourage your young readers to check out books on related
topics! Catchy sing-along polka songs complement the program
theme, and of course, no one goes home without doing the "Chicken
Dance" and a special polka version of "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and
Toes." Plenty of singing, dancing, and education make this
show fun for the whole family!
Program
Length
Typically 45 minutes. Flexible according to event need.
Best Suited For
Libraries; families, children in grades K through 5.
Indoor / Outdoor
Either.
Technical
Requirements
- A performing area
of 8' wide x 6' deep minimum.
-
Uninterrupted use of
the performing area at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the
program.
-
Mike
typically provides his own sound system. One grounded
electrical outlet is required.
-
Mike requires a flat, dry
performance area for outdoor programs.
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UNCLE MIKE'S POLKA
MEETS WORLD PROGRAM
The Slovenian style of polka music, Bavarian Lederhosen attire,
and brief lessons in German language and Swiss yodeling come
together in this fun, interactive and educational "Polka Meets
World" program, perfect for 2013's "Have Book - Will Travel!" iREAD
summer reading theme! Volunteer opportunities include Uncle Mike's
popular occupation segments, where your young patrons guess the
travelling job - aviation, for example - that goes with the hat
worn by one lucky volunteer from the audience. Several
age-appropriate trivia questions will test the knowledge of your
attendees on some of the world's busiest, oldest, and most
mythical subjects. Or, try your luck with the Tourist Destination
Edition of the Pint Size Polkas Geography Challenge, an optional
video segment. Plus, your patrons will be encouraged to check out
some fascinating books! See if you can guess the country
associated with a brief song snippet during "Name That Tune," and
get your work out on to such favorites as the "Chicken Dance" and
a rollicking polka rendition of "Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes!"
Plenty of singing, dancing, and education make this show fun for
the whole family!
Program
Length
Typically 45 minutes. Flexible according to event need.
Best Suited For
Libraries; families, children in grades K through 5.
Indoor / Outdoor
Either.
Technical
Requirements
- A performing area
of 8' wide x 6' deep minimum.
-
Uninterrupted use of
the performing area at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the
program.
-
Mike
typically provides his own sound system. One grounded
electrical outlet is required.
-
Mike requires a flat, dry
performance area for outdoor programs.
-
A TV or LCD
projector with a standard composite video input for optional video
segments.
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UNCLE MIKE'S BIG DREAMS SHOW
Participation opportunities abound in this "Big Dreams" show,
perfect for 2012's "Dream Big - Read!" CSLP summer reading theme!
Every child dreams of being a pilot, doctor, or firefighter when
they grow up. Now your young patrons can volunteer to wear the
hats that go with these jobs and many others while the audience
guesses the corresponding occupations. In the process, everyone
will enjoy learning about the alphabet and even a little bit of
history, all while getting a great workout to Uncle Mike's happy
polka music. The audience is invited to do the "Chicken Dance" and
"Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes"; play name that tune for polka
versions of three children's classics; and sing along to all of
Uncle Mike's catchy polka songs. Two optional video segments
briefly quiz attendees on three "dream" vacation destinations, and
teach the steps to the polka - Wisconsin's official state dance!
Program
Length
Typically 45 minutes. Flexible according to event need.
Best Suited For
Families, children of all ages.
Indoor / Outdoor
Either.
Technical
Requirements
- A performing area
of 8' wide x 6' deep minimum.
-
Uninterrupted use of
the performing area at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the
program.
-
Mike
typically provides his own sound system. One grounded
electrical outlet is required.
-
Mike requires a flat, dry
performance area for outdoor programs.
-
A TV or LCD
projector with a standard composite video input.
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