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DIY Scrabble Coasters

Submitted by rfesler on Thu, 01/19/2017 - 16:25
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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'm sorry that I was late in getting to this. Let's try it; a board game day for the adults is a good idea.
Program Identification
Location: 
Almonte Library
Date: 
Thursday, April 13, 2017
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
60045 minutes73030 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Celebrate National Scrabble Day! Arrange letter tiles to make your very own customized beverage coaster. Scrabble and other popular word games will be available to play if you’re feeling up to a little friendly competition. Prizes awarded for the highest scores of the night. See your local librarian for books on how to brush up on your vocabulary before the big night!
Primary Age Group: 
Adult
Primary Event Type: 
Arts, Crafts, Games

Presenter

Will your program have a presenter?: 
No presenter
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?: 
This program aligns with our commitment to learning as enjoyment. Word games like scrabble are a good way to broaden one's vocabulary and keep the mind active.
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?: 
This program includes both a craft and a game competition. It will provide members of similar interest to meet new friends and become familiar with library services.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Success will be measured by attendee feedback and participation.
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
Share on my personal Social Media sites (Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram)
Up-sell the event with customers (verbally or with printed Marketing pieces)
Visit a community organization to promote
What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

I will promote this program at all of my adult programs as well as the monthly email that I send out regarding adult programs.

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
Scrabble tiles, hot glue, prizes
Final Comments: 
We own a few word games and I may borrow some from outreach for this program.
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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