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Lil Al's Book Club

Submitted by amy.upchurch on Tue, 11/08/2016 - 10:18
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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.
Program Identification
Location: 
Almonte Library
Date: 
Tuesday, February 21, 2017
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
43045 minutes54515 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Like to read and meet other kids your age who enjoy a good book? Come join us for Lil’ Al’s Book Club! There will be snacks and fun activities related to the book selection. Stop by or call to find out this month’s book.
Primary Age Group: 
Gradeschoolers (age 5-12)
Additional Age Groups: 
Children (ages 12 and under)
Primary Event Type: 
Books & Literature
Additional Event Types: 
Arts, Crafts, Games

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?: 
One goal that is met through Lil AL's is that of Building Engagement and Value, by increasing long-term loyalty through reading-based experiences. We have a small group of eager regular attenders who say they really enjoy book club.
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?: 
Lil Al's in an ongoing program, and is one that I always feel confident will bring dependable participants.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Feedback, both spoken and observed
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?: 
Share event in a community calendar, newsletter, or newspaper
Up-sell the event with customers (verbally or with printed Marketing pieces)
What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

I often use examples from our databases as well as our physical collection to expand upon each month's book selection.

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
snacks, crafts
Final Comments: 
Lil Al's is such a rewarding program for me to do. Customers that attend seem to truly enjoy it- I would love to see this program grow a bit.
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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