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Let's Talk About It Oklahoma

Submitted by ssylvester on Wed, 10/26/2016 - 11:18
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Manager Input
Manager's Decision: 
Pending
Program Identification
Location: 
Engagement & Program Services - Multiple Locations
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
"Let's Talk About It" is a reading and discussion program model launched on a nationwide level for libraries by the American Library Association in 1982. The program model involves reading a common series of books selected by a national project scholar, and discussing them in the context of a larger, overarching theme. Reading and discussion groups explore the theme through the lens of the humanities. (Blurbs for these programs will be tailored to the theme selected) See "Let's Talk About It Oklahoma" Program Guide
Primary Age Group: 
Adult
Additional Age Groups: 
Young Adult (ages 18-21)
Primary Event Type: 
Books & Literature

Presenter

Will your program have a presenter?: 
Yes
Does the presenter have the proper credentials, training & positive references?: 
Yes
Presenter Type: 
community resource professional (outreach)
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?: 
To support the freedom to learn statement, we treasure and protect each member's freedom to read, view and learn in order to achieve his/her highest potential the commitment to learning as an enjoyment.
Which Strategic Plan Response/Goals does this program meet?: 
Satisfy Curiosity: Visitors explore their interests using the variety of information at the library.
Why will this program be successful?: 
The key to a successful program will be promoting to appropriate audiences and selecting themes of interest for the audience. Oklahoma Humanities Council has a history of great success with book discussion programs.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
We will measure the success of this program by providing evaluations for each attendee.
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
Share event in a community calendar, newsletter, or newspaper
Submit for sharing on Library System's Social Media sites
Visit a community organization to promote
What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

Book Display, Bibliography, and any appropriate database.

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
Oklahoma Humanities Council grant provides funds for honorarium and mileage and any other expense up to $1000.00.
Final Comments: 
N/A
Are you ready for your supervisor to evaluate this 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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