Superhero Party

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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: 
Superhero was spelled as both one and two words. I changed them all to one word for consistency.
Program Identification
Location: 
Downtown Library
Date: 
Saturday, May 7, 2016
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
11001 hour10030 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Calling all Avengers and Star Wars fans! It’s Free Comic Book Day, and the library is throwing a “Superhero Civil War” celebration to decide once and for all if the Avengers or Star Wars rule the world. Wear your favorite superhero costume or create one at the party! Join in craft activities for both sides and take pictures with your favorite character cut outs. After the party, browse the library’s collection of comic books, graphic novels and DVDs.
Primary Age Group: 
Children (ages 12 and under)
Additional Age Groups: 
All Ages / Gradeschoolers (age 5-12)
Primary Event Type: 
Arts, Crafts, Games
Additional Event Types: 
Culture & Entertainment

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 showcases the library as a place to learn in a fun yet educational environment.
Which Strategic Plan Response/Goals does this program meet?: 
Satisfy Curiosity: Your libraries are centers that offer access to civic, cultural and community enrichment opportunities.
Why will this program be successful?: 
The event was held last year with fantastic attendance numbers. The event coincides with Free Comic Book day, which will draw people into the library. It also falls on the same week as "Star Wars" Day and the release of the new "Captain America: Civil War" movie. By utilizing both characters in the marketing artwork, we will be able to piggyback off the fact that Super heroes will be very top-of-mind.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Success will be measured by showcasing the library’s collection of comic books, and how many are checked out. Success will also be measure by attendance and attendee response to the various activities.
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
What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

Promote the library's collection of comic books, graphic novels and Superhero DVDs.

Are volunteers needed?: 
Yes

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
Craft Supplies Character Cut outs
Final Comments: 
This program was a huge success last year. It is one of the yearly programs put on by Downtown and customers look forward to it each year.
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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