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Plants vs Zombies

Submitted by aileen.barton on Sun, 07/17/2016 - 15:53
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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: 
Brains.
Program Identification
Location: 
Choctaw Library
Date: 
Monday, October 24, 2016
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
43000 minutes60000 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Zombies are taking over the neighborhood! What's the best way to defeat them? Your plants, of course. Come play the popular game, "Plants vs Zombies: Garden Warfare 2," while also learning how to plant your own plants. We'll also make some Plants vs Zombies inspired food, but don't worry no brains are listed in the ingredients. Make sure to check out our cooking and gardening books on your way out, as well as our books on how to survive a Zombie apocalypse.
Primary Age Group: 
PreTeen (ages 9-12)
Additional Age Groups: 
Teen (ages 12-18)
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 fits the theme of gardening and cooking as the program will involve both planting plants and making "Plants vs Zombies" inspired food. This program also fits the core value of "Commitment to Learning as Enjoyment." We are using a popular video game and using it to teach about gardening and cooking.
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?: 
Teens and tweens love the Plants VS Zombies game and will enjoy not only playing the game, but also the activities based on the game.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Success will be determined by participation and attendance.
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 on my personal Social Media sites (Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram)
Up-sell the event with customers (verbally or with printed Marketing pieces)
What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

We will include a in-program display with books about planting, cooking, and surviving the zombie apocalypse.

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
Pots for plants plants to plant Ingredients to make food
Final Comments: 
Dana and Allie will each have a station and the kids will rotate from each station--from playing the game, to making food, to planting plants.
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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