Home / Thunder Pep Rally

Thunder Pep Rally

Submitted by vanessa.davis on Mon, 11/09/2015 - 12:50
Print
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: 
Sounds great!
Program Identification
Location: 
Downtown Library
Date: 
Thursday, February 11, 2016
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
50030 minutes60015 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Thunder up! Come to the Downtown Library to get pepped up for the Thunder game! Whether you are heading to the game or just want to show your team spirit, fans of all ages can make signs to cheer on the team. There will be face painting, Thunder themed crafts and more. Be sure to check out the library’s collection on the OKC Thunder, basketball and other sports!
Primary Age Group: 
All Ages
Additional Age Groups: 
Gradeschoolers (age 5-12) / Teen (ages 12-18)
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 will satisfy the curiosity of all our members but showcasing the library as a center that offers access to civic, cultural and community enrichment. This program ties the Downtown Library to the Downtown community.
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 program will piggy-back on the highly successful OKC Thunder games. We will appeal to families attending the game to come to the library first. We are also looking into partnering with the Thunder for the event, which would increase exposure significantly.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Success will be measured by attendance and enthusiasm about the event.
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?: 

Showcase books on the Thunder and other sports.

Are volunteers needed?: 
Yes

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
Face paint, dole rods, ribbon
Final Comments: 
I think this program is a great way to build a relationship with the Thunder. Literacy is one of the Thunder's biggest missions, and I think the library is the perfect place to help.
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.
Site Feedback