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Guest performer, Aaron Fowler, a musician, author and educator from Wichita, Kansas delights a young audience Monday, July 15 at the West Elementary auditorium with his engaging sing-along songs.
As part of Sidney Public Library's Summer entertainment, guest musician, author, and educator Aaron Fowler delighted a young audience on Monday, July 15th in the West Elementary auditorium. Open to public and local daycares, the family-friendly show is delightful and informative.
Fowler, who traveled from his home in Wichita, Kansas for the Sidney show, prides himself in fostering a creative atmosphere in rural and disadvantaged communities.
In 1995, Fowler made the commitment to transition from teaching middle school to songwriting and touring. As a certified National Teaching Artist, Fowler aims to work towards integrating the arts into science, math, and language arts. "It is a wonderful way to inspire kids to use the creative space in their heads to think about the world they live in," Fowler says.
A highlight of the SPL's Sidney Summer, Fowler's sing-a-long "call and response" songs delighted the young participants while educating them on the importance of telling stories of common people
bringing uncommon tales to life. As a featured guest, he brought his classroom therapy pet, his beloved dog a black lab named Kumba. Fowler made a lifestyle out of the things he loves most, his pets being one of those. His book series, "The Adventures of Bella and Choco" features endearing stories of his two adventurous companions. The book's keynotes include teaching character traits and a variety of life lessons, as well as the importance of Mother Earth and our impact on the planet. Unfortunately, Bella and Choco, passed away in late 2022 in a traffic accident. As a way of creating a lasting legacy, Fowler continues to spread their stories and write about the duo.
The Sidney Public Library offers a special guest performer each Summer reading season, "The kids always have fun, and me too," Eileen Nightingale mentions with a kind smile.
If you are interested in participating in any of the offerings at Sidney Public Library, contact them directly at (308)-254-3110, or visit directly during operating hours at their location: 1112 12th Avenue.
Cheyenne County native, local business owner.
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