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2016 Minute to Win It Olympic Games

Submitted by aileen.barton on Sun, 03/20/2016 - 14:27
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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: 
Approved
Program Identification
Location: 
Choctaw Library
Date: 
Monday, June 27, 2016
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
40030 minutes50015 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
You’re invited to the 2016 Minute to Win It Olympic Games! Come and compete in fun challenges based on the popular TV game show, “Minute to Win It.” Complete each challenge in under a minute and become a Minute to Win It Olympic Champion. Start your training now!
Primary Age Group: 
PreTeen (ages 9-12)
Primary Event Type: 
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?: 
This program is related to the summer reading program which is about wellness, fitness, and sports. In this program, the tweens will have the opportunity to compete in "Olympic games" related to the Minute to Win It TV Show. Each game will be related to an Olympic game event where the tweens will not only compete, but also learn about the Olympics!
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?: 
Fun games will help build friendships between the tweens and they will have fun with the challenges.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Success will be measured by participation and enthusiasm of participants.
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)
Up-sell the event with customers (verbally or with printed Marketing pieces)
What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

Book display.

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, will be using supplies on hand.
Supply/Shopping List: 
medals, boxes for Olympic champions to stand on, etc.
Final Comments: 
I think it will be a great summer activity creating a minute to win it Olympic Games.
Are you ready for your supervisor to evaluate this program?: 
Yes
Program Evaluation
Are you ready to evaluate your program?: 
Yes

Marketing & Engagement

Was Marketing sufficient?: 
3
Select Engagement Activities Completed: 
Added event in Sign Up
Added event in Sign Up with enough time to be included in info Magazine
Event was included in info Magazine
Upsold the event with customers verbally or with printed Marketing pieces

Program Overview

Was the date and time appropriate to the event?: 
4
Was the subject matter well received?: 
5
Presenter Effectiveness : 
4
Subject Matter of Interest: 
5
Program/Presentation Flow: 
4
Connection to Library Goals: 
4

Post Event Activities

Were materials checked out on the program topic?: 
Yes
Did customers ask questions to staff members on the program topic?: 
No
Did customers stay after the event/program to discuss?: 
Yes
Were the direct and indirect costs warranted based on the success of this event/program?: 
I learned a lot in this program. I learned I was in desperate need of volunteers. It worked out great though and the kids enjoyed it. Active games are fun too. I hope to do another Minute to Win It Challenge in the future, based on another theme.
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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