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Sidewalk Poetry

Submitted by ewilliams on Tue, 10/18/2016 - 10:20
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Manager Input
Manager's Decision: 
Pending
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: 
Help us celebrate National Poetry Month in April by decorating the sidewalk with your favorite poems, lines from poems, and decorations. What better way to share and celebrate poetry than to commit it to pavement? Library staff will provide poetry books for inspiration.
Primary Age Group: 
Teen (ages 12-18)
Additional Age Groups: 
Gradeschoolers (age 5-12) / Adult
Primary Event Type: 
Books & Literature
Additional Event Types: 
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 brings the collection to life and shares materials in a creative way.
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?: 
This is an easy program that will be highly visible. It incorporates art, creativity, literature, and outdoor experiences.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Program attendance, member 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
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 and bibliography

Are volunteers needed?: 
Yes

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, will be using supplies on hand.
Supply/Shopping List: 
order sidewalk chalk from the Outreach Supply Catalog
Final Comments: 
This program can be as small-scale or large-scale as needed.
Are you ready for your supervisor to evaluate this program?: 
Yes
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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