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Pinterest in Person: Recipe and Craft Pattern Swap

Submitted by kriddle on Wed, 08/17/2016 - 14:50
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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: 
Do you have a target number of attendees that would signal that this program was a success?
Program Identification
Location: 
Village Library
Date: 
Saturday, December 3, 2016
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
110030 minutes123030 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Are you looking for the perfect cobbler recipe, in exchange for your favorite pie crust technique? Do you make your own sewing, crochet, or knitting patterns and want to share them with like minds? Join us with copies of your favorites to trade, as we Pinterest in person! Enjoy snacks and camaraderie as you trade tips with other culinary and crafting gurus of all ages. Please see a librarian for assistance making copies to swap.
Primary Age Group: 
All Ages
Primary Event Type: 
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 encourages learning for enjoyment and freedom to learn, in an intergenerational environment. We'll market our materials to customers, along with library card applications, in hopes of increasing market penetration for any attendees who are not already members.
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 program allows people to trade ideas and patterns in person, where they can ask questions about design and techniques.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Attendance will be the greatest measure of success.
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
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?: 

We would find materials on cooking and crafting and advertise any related databases.

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
We'll provide refreshments and copies for those sharing their recipes and patterns.
Final Comments: 
I'll advertise this program with the Book Club, specifically, and perhaps see if the Fountains at Canterbury would be able to bring their interested residents.
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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