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Barbara Welch draws upon her German family ancestry to share a little about the important part that the German immigrants played in the history of Texas. She combines her story of hardship, endurance and triumph with her love of spinning. Her spinning wheel mesmerizes audiences of all ages as they learn about the everyday life of the Texas pioneer wife and mother. This interactive (hands-on) program utilizes an intimate setting to engage the students and is great for all types of learning styles. The students will learn how raw fiber is turned into fabric that can be used for clothing and other necessities of life. They will feel the difference in cotton and wool from various animals such as: sheep, camel, buffalo, goats, rabbits, etc. They will also learn how natural dyes are made and see examples. This program boosts background knowledge and vocabulary. At the end of the program each student will get to make and keep a craft item. Craft and program content vary with age of student.
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Students Will
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Details
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Dates:
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Program available any day on a first come - first served basis. However, calendar fills up quickly, especially the month of May.
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Times:
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Program may begin anytime after 8:30am.
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Duration:
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Each presentation is about 45 minutes including time for craft.
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School Fee:
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Flat Rate $295 includes two 45-minute presentations (25 students per presentation for a total of 90 minutes of programming) plus $.50 per student for craft supplies. Discount for additional presentations may be available.
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Minimum Attendance:
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2
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Maximum Attendance:
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50
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Bilingual:
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No
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Technical Needs:
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Space for students to sit in semi-circle on the floor near the spinner's feet. The presenter should remain in the same location for all programs. Presenter requires about 1 hour for set up.
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Other Information:
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1 adult per 25 students required to assist with program. Program will be tailored to fit age group. If fewer students attend, the duration of the program may be increased to allow for additional information and more interaction with the presenter. Ask Program Coordinator for details when scheduling the program. Contact [email protected] for Educational Materials.
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Scheduling / Booking
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Instructions:
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To schedule this program, contact Kathy Ogle at [email protected] or call 214-906-5792. If no reply within 24 hours, please call 972-235-5629.
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Deadline:
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2 weeks notice requested; however, sometimes last minute requests can be accommodated.
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Cancellation Policy:
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CANCELLATION POLICY:
To cancel or reschedule an event, notice should be given at least 3 weeks prior to the date of the program. Every effort to re-schedule the program will be made. However, rescheduling is sometimes impossible and a full refund will be given if notice is given at least 3 weeks in advance of a program. No refund can be issued without 3 weeks notice for general programs.
RAIN POLICY FOR OUTDOOR PROGRAMS: We cannot reschedule or cancel a program because of rain. Please provide a place indoors where our presenters can move equipment inside to do demonstrations excluding tents, wagon and campfire. Please discuss possible options with the Texana Coordinator prior to camp.
SCHOOL CLOSING DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER
Schools should contact the Texana Program Coordinator when inclement weather (other than rain) is expected. When possible, we will try to reschedule program if prior notice is given. Please note that some of our presenters live a long distance from Dallas and will try to arrive as scheduled if the school is open and chose not to reschedule or cancel the program. However, we will not travel if road conditions are considered unsafe for the presenter and no refunds offered if the presenter cannot travel due to unsafe road conditions. If rescheduling is not possible and 48 hour notice is given, we will refund payment to the school. No refunds offered for school closings due to inclement weather unless 48 hour notice of cancellation is given.
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After School Policy:
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AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM POLICY: A minimum of 2 students required in a class. Class may not occur with fewer than 2 students. Maximum number of students will vary with specific program. For example, some of the Pioneer Life Skill Demonstrations and Workshops may be limited to a maximum of 15 students. However, stage presentations may accommodate up to 200 students. In all cases, unless stated, we request at least 1 school-staff adult to be present per every 20 students. A few programs require additional adults. Adults are expected to participate in the program. If appropriate adult supervision is not provided, the program will not continue. Please verify minimum and maximum student and adult requirements prior to booking the program.
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