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Storytime

Submitted by amy.upchurch on Wed, 07/08/2015 - 13:41
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Manager Input
Manager's Decision: 
Approved
Is staff available for coverage?: 
Yes
Library budget available for this amount and for this target audience?: 
Yes
Manager Comments: 
I approve, and I hope that the change in time will improve attendance.
Program Identification
Location: 
Almonte Library
Date: 
Wednesday, October 7, 2015
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
63030 minutes71530 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
Yes
Program Description: 

Storytime

A story time just for you at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents/caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying [music, rhymes, or puppet plays]. Many of our story times include supplemental activities like [crafts, open playtime, play dough, parachute play and more.]
Event Types: 
Child Development
Age Groups: 
PreSchoolers (ages 3-5)

Presenter

Will your program have a presenter?: 
Yes
Does the presenter have the proper credentials, training & positive references?: 
Yes
Presenter Type: 
professional librarian
Program Justification
Is a program the best way to meet the expressed need or present information?: 
Yes
Does the program fit the goals of the MLS?: 
Yes
How & why does this program meet the goals of the MLS?: 
Storytime helps to build a positive connection between libraries and our very youngest customers
Which Strategic Plan Response/Goals does this program meet?: 
Ensure a Welcoming Experience: Visitors are welcomed into an atmosphere of hospitality, exemplary service, and friendly interaction.
Why will this program be successful?: 
Morning storytimes have very low attendance. I am experimenting with an early evening program to see if that makes a difference.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
feedback, both spoken and observed- increased attendance from other time slots, I hope.
Program Engagement

Marketing

Is sufficient time available to have a Info Magazine Listing?: 
Yes
Is sufficient time available to request MaC materials and display them for at least 2 weeks (45 days)?: 
Yes

Community Engagement

How will you promote this event to the community?: 
Create an in-Library Book Display or Exhibit
Up-sell the event with customers (verbally or with printed Marketing pieces)
What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

I will display related books and materials

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
This program will have a campfire theme. I will purchase some materials to create a "camp" feel in the program room, as well as few craft supplies and snacks.
Final Comments: 
I am hopeful that the schedule change will bring some more participants
Are you ready for your supervisor to evaluate this program?: 
Yes
Program Evaluation
Are you ready to evaluate your program?: 
No
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
Move Forward?: 
Yes, I'm ready to move on.
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