Catch the Reading Bug - And Promote YOUR Library Summer Reading Program

Catch the Reading Bug!
with
Gene Allen

“Gene Allen’s talent, knowledge, and abilities integrated to perfection with our theme and audience. He was always in touch prior to the show and provided excellent PR for the show. The children had a great time. I heard the enthusiasm and could hear them in my office in the back of the room. I was talking to a board member on the telephone, and he caught the joy of the children over the telephone. It really made my day to know we had a professional that could adapt and work with us. Many thanks, Gene, for a spectacular day!!!”
- Eve Kline, System Administrator,
Somerset County Federated Library System, Somerset, PA

“Gene Allen’s wonderful mix of humor, music, and thematic information was perfect for our summer reading program. Truly, the children and their parents enjoyed his lively program.
I highly recommend Gene Allen!”
- Darlene Marshall, Administrator,
Jefferson County Library System, Brockway, PA

“Gene Allen wrapped laughs around important lessons. The grownups had as much fun as the kids. The content of his program was excellent and tied in with our theme perfectly.”
- Linda Newman, Director,
Bradford Area Public Library, Bradford, PA

“Gene is very easy to work with! Everyone enjoyed the variety of the show (the clues, stories, music, puppets, etc.) A true “something for everyone” show and perfect tie-in with our theme.”
- Dianna Jones, Children’s Librarian,
Greenville Area Public Library, Greenville, PA

“A perfect melding of puppetry, songs and magic for the children. The parents enjoyed it too.Gene Allen’s program is very supportive of library programs and incorporated the theme very well.”
- Mrs. Radline, Summer Reading Program Director,
Friends' Memorial Library,
Kane, PA

“Librarians, parents, and children loved Gene’s program. He stressed all the important things about libraries while delighting them with his magic, music, and fun. Everyone loved it!”
- Kathy Miller, Librarian,
Jersey Shore Public Library, Jersey Shore, PA

“Gene is very professional and easy to work with. I would tell everyone how entertaining and wonderful a performance Gene Allen did for our library.”
- Mrs. Marshall, Director,
Shaw Library, Clearfield, PA

“Gene Allen was enthusiastic and very well prepared for a room full of young children. His ability to keep the children involved and engaged in the program is impressive. His relaxed manner and spontaneous humor enhanced the program for children and adults alike.”
- Mrs. Antram, Children’s Librarian,
Annie Halenbake Ross Library, Lock Haven, PA

“Gene is good at holding the children’s attention. His emphasis on reading and taking care of books was an important part of the program. Our money was well spent.”
- Mrs. Sackash, Librarian,
Sykesville Public Library, Sykesville, PA

Gene Allen (814) 583-5961 geneallen@kidgigs.com

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“Gene Allen’s talent, knowledge, and abilities integrated to perfection with our theme and audience. He was always in touch prior to the show and provided excellent PR for the show. The children had a great time. I heard the enthusiasm and could hear them in my office in the back of the room. I was talking to a board member on the telephone, and he caught the joy of the children over the telephone. It really made my day to know we had a professional that could adapt and work with us. Many thanks, Gene, for a spectacular day!!!” - Eve Kline, System Administrator, Somerset County Federated Library System, Somerset, PA
“Gene Allen’s wonderful mix of humor, music, and thematic information was perfect for our summer reading program. Truly, the children and their parents enjoyed his lively program. I highly recommend Gene Allen!” - Darlene Marshall, Administrator, Jefferson County Library System, Brockway, PA	“Gene Allen wrapped laughs around important lessons. The grownups had as much fun as the kids. The content of his program was excellent and tied in with our theme perfectly.” - Linda Newman, Director, Bradford Area Public Library, Bradford, PA
“Gene is very easy to work with! Everyone enjoyed the variety of the show (the clues, stories, music, puppets, etc.) A true “something for everyone” show and perfect tie-in with our theme.” - Dianna Jones, Children’s Librarian, Greenville Area Public Library, Greenville, PA	“A perfect melding of puppetry, songs and magic for the children. The parents enjoyed it too.Gene Allen’s program is very supportive of library programs and incorporated the theme very well.” - Mrs. Radline, Summer Reading Program Director, Friends' Memorial Library, Kane, PA
“Librarians, parents, and children loved Gene’s program. He stressed all the important things about libraries while delighting them with his magic, music, and fun. Everyone loved it!” - Kathy Miller, Librarian, Jersey Shore Public Library, Jersey Shore, PA	“Gene is very professional and easy to work with. I would tell everyone how entertaining and wonderful a performance Gene Allen did for our library.” - Mrs. Marshall, Director, Shaw Library, Clearfield, PA
“Gene Allen was enthusiastic and very well prepared for a room full of young children. His ability to keep the children involved and engaged in the program is impressive. His relaxed manner and spontaneous humor enhanced the program for children and adults alike.” - Mrs. Antram, Children’s Librarian, Annie Halenbake Ross Library, Lock Haven, PA	“Gene is good at holding the children’s attention. His emphasis on reading and taking care of books was an important part of the program. Our money was well spent.” - Mrs. Sackash, Librarian, Sykesville Public Library, Sykesville, PA