Parachute Play

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:

Looks good. It's been a while since we did this, so I'm really looking forward to it.

Program Identification

Location:

Almonte Library

Date:

Saturday, December 5, 2015

Program Time:

Start Time (hour)	Start Time (minutes)	Setup Time	End Time (hour)	End Time (minutes)	Take-Down Time
2	00	15 minutes	2	45	15 minutes

Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?:

Yes

Program Description:

Toddlertime [1]

A story time just for you at your neighborhood library! Skilled librarians will introduce little ones to the library and show parents/caregivers invaluable information on reading readiness and create excitement about reading. Connect with others while enjoying [music, rhymes, or puppet plays]. Many of our story times include supplemental activities like [crafts, open playtime, play dough, parachute play and more.]

Event Types:

Child Development

Age Groups:

Toddlers (ages 1-3)

Read more about Toddlertime [1]

Additional SignUp Fields

Is the location/room available?:

Yes

Internal Notes/Setup Instructions:

When inserting into SignUp, don't forget the brackets! Setup: , Tables: , Chairs: , Notes: Staff: Presenter: , Phone: , Email: Outreach: Room Empty except one table on EAST wall

Type of Event:

Single Event

Registration Required:

No Registration

Presenter

Will your program have a presenter?:

Yes

Does the presenter have the proper credentials, training & positive references?:

Yes

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 welcoming experience for our very youngest customers and their families

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?:

I am hoping that offering this on a weekend afternoon will boost attendance

How will success be measured/determined?:

feedback both spoken and observed attendance numbers

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?:

display of books and videos supporting active play for little ones.

Are volunteers needed?:

Supplies

Are supplies needed?:

Yes, will be using supplies on hand.

Supply/Shopping List:

Snacks and drinks on hand

Final Comments:

hopeful for better attendance

Are you ready for your supervisor to evaluate this program?:

Yes

Program Evaluation

Are you ready to evaluate your program?:

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.