An interview with children's librarian Sue Busch on booking entertainment, plus a panel discussion on what to keep in mind when calling a performer to book a program, and two Halloween songs from Mr. Billy. Web References (from the Sue Busch Interview): Magician Kevin WadeMusician Monty HarperMexican Folkloric DancersJump Rope Master Peter NestlerStillwater Public LibraryThe legendary lost panel discussion:What to keep in mind when calling to book a performer (.mp3)Panelists (from the legendary lost panel discussion):Erin Lee KellyEric HermanMr. BillyDianne de Las CasasSteve SmithMonty HarperWeb References (from the legendary replacement panel discussion + more):These are places you can go to find/evaluate children's performers...YouTube; Monty on YouTube, Billy on YouTube, Eric on YouTubeCDBaby - music by location (select a state, then click kids/family on the right)Children's Music Network Children's Music Network on MySpaceKids Music Planet on MySpaceArts Over America - a directory of state arts agenciesChildren's Musicians by StateNational Library Performers DirectoryStoryteller.netWhat's your source for performers? Post a reply with your link and we'll add it to the list!Resources: Tips on Hiring a Performer, from Storyteller Priscilla Howe (.pdf)Video-Safe Music (.pdf)Sponsors: Mr. Billy and his "Big Pumpkin" CD (Songs in the podcast are: "On Halloween" and "Scarecrow A-Go-Go")ReadingSongs.com