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Valentine Murder Mystery

Submitted by emily.smith on Sun, 10/18/2015 - 16:35
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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: 
details still being worked out on room setup, to be entered at later date.
Program Identification
Location: 
Belle Isle Library
Date: 
Saturday, February 13, 2016
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
20045 minutes40030 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Bring your Valentine and participate in a murder mystery set in Edwardian times. Fans of Downtown Abbey will be thrilled to help solve the murder of a mysterious woman on the eve of the big wedding. Snacks will be provided and all attendees are encouraged to dress to the time period.
Primary Age Group: 
Adult
Additional Age Groups: 
Senior (ages 55+)
Primary Event Type: 
Culture & Entertainment
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?: 
This program offers patrons a chance to participate in a fun event with library staff and other patrons. It is unique in that it is something we haven't really offered before. It also fits within the library mission and goals by providing patrons with a welcoming experience that allows them to satisfy curiosity. It also supports our goal of visitors being welcomed into an atmosphere of hospitality, exemplary service, and friendly interaction.
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 will be successful because it is highly interactive and offers a unique and free activity on a holiday.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Success will be measured by attendance and participation. Participants will also be asked to complete a short survey.
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 a customized Tailored Title newsletter or promotion for customers/attendees
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?: 

Downtown Abbey is a popular series within our library. It would make a great display that we could pull in many different titles. We could also team up with OETA for different resources and promotional items.

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
Script $75 Table Cloths Napkins Plates Silver Ware Cups Decorations (Dollar Store) Food (Donated?)
Final Comments: 
This is a project that Anna and I are working on. We'd like to tie it in as a Valentine's Event and the Winter Season of Downton Abbey. Rooms A-B-C
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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