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Crafternoon

Submitted by amy.upchurch on Mon, 10/17/2016 - 20:24
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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: 
Saturday, January 28, 2017
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
30000 minutes90000 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Come join us for a fun afternoon of creativity! Skilled Librarians will be on hand to guide you through some delightful craft activities, followed by a story time. On your way out, pick up a few of our favorite picture books or crafting books to enjoy at home.
Primary Age Group: 
PreSchoolers (ages 3-5)
Additional Age Groups: 
Gradeschoolers (age 5-12) / Children (ages 12 and under)
Primary Event Type: 
Arts, Crafts, Games
Additional Event Types: 
Books & Literature

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?: 
Commitment to learning as enjoyment
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?: 
Crafternoon brings a nice mix of people who come specifically for the program, and children already here who come in to be more highly engaged.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Attendance Feedback, 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)
Visit a community organization to promote
What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

related book titles and music selections

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
crafts and snacks
Final Comments: 
I see value in the fact that this program brings the storytime experience into the lives of children who may have missed the opportunity as young children.
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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