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Summer Block Party

Submitted by emily.smith on Thu, 03/17/2016 - 16:40
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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
Program Identification
Location: 
Belle Isle Library
Date: 
Sunday, June 5, 2016
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
2001 hour5001 hour
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Help us kick off summer with a bang at Belle Isle's 1st Annual Summer Block Party! There will be crafts, games, food trucks, live music, and Summer Reading sign-up.
Primary Age Group: 
All Ages
Additional Age Groups: 
Gradeschoolers (age 5-12) / Adult
Primary Event Type: 
Culture & Entertainment
Additional Event Types: 
Arts, Crafts, Games / 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?: 
The Summer Block Party will bring in numerous community partners and allow for us to showcase the library in a fun and inviting way. We can continue to build a sense of community while promoting summer reading/programs.
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 will be a fun and exciting event for all ages.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Success will be measured by attendance and interactions with customers.
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)
Submit for sharing on Library System's Social Media sites
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?: 

Book Display, Flyers distributed at Program

Are volunteers needed?: 
Yes

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
Dollar Store- Summer Outdoor Toys (Beach Balls, Bubbles, Side Walk Chalk, Hula Hoops, Balls, table cloths) Laser Tag- $250 Loose Shoes Band- $175
Final Comments: 
Current Approved Partnerships: KONA ICE (REFRESHMENTS) LOOSE SHOES (BAND)
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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