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Gingerbread Challenge

Submitted by ewilliams on Wed, 07/27/2016 - 16:15
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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: 
For Program Catalog
Program Identification
Location: 
Engagement & Program Services - Multiple Locations
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Teens can take the long-standing holiday tradition of making gingerbread houses to the next level with the Gingerbread Challenge at the library! Compete to make and decorate the best confectionary creation.
Primary Age Group: 
Teen (ages 12-18)
Primary Event Type: 
Arts, Crafts, Games
Additional Event Types: 
Culture & Entertainment

Presenter

Will your program have a presenter?: 
Yes
Does the presenter have the proper credentials, training & positive references?: 
No
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 provides a positive environment for teens to collaborate, learn from each other, and create a successful, fun project together.
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?: 
It's timely and engaging, and provides multiple avenues for playful learning: through engineering, art, architecture, and aesthetics.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Program attendance and participant feedback
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?: 

Book (and project) displays, both before and after the program

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
- Graham crackers (allow for at least one regular-sized box per four participants) - Royal icing: o Confectioners’ sugar o Cream of tartar o Egg whites - Ziploc bags - Foil - Cardboard rectangles (for the base) - Serrated knife and cutting board - Bowls - Paper towels - Wide variety of decorations. Here are some suggestions: o Pretzel rods o Gumdrops o Licorice o Coconut o Skittles o Candy canes o Peppermints o Ice cream cones o Marshmallows - Optional: plastic coverings for tables - Optional: prize for contest winner
Final Comments: 
Program by Elisabeth Wright, VI
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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