Teen Alien Encounter

Manager Input

Manager's Decision:

Approved

Is staff available for coverage?:

Yes

Library budget available for this amount and for this target audience?:

Yes

Program Identification

Location:

Edmond Library

Date:

Thursday, January 21, 2016

Program Time:

Start Time (hour)	Start Time (minutes)	Setup Time	End Time (hour)	End Time (minutes)	Take-Down Time
4	00	00 minutes	5	00	00 minutes

Program Details

Blurb

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

No, I'll create my own blurb.

Program Description:

Trust no one! With the release of The Fifth Wave as a movie and the return of The X-Files to television, the alien invasion has arrived. Teens, join us to nerd out about your favorite science fiction, share some out-of-this-world snacks, and create your own UFO lamp!

Primary Age Group:

Teen (ages 12-18)

Additional Age Groups:

Teen (ages 12-18)

Primary Event Type:

Culture & Entertainment

Additional Event Types:

Arts, Crafts, Games

Additional SignUp Fields

Is the location/room available?:

Yes

Internal Notes/Setup Instructions:

When inserting into SignUp, don't forget the brackets! Setup: 8 tables in a square in center of room with 16 chairs around perimeter, Tables: 8, Chairs: 16, Notes: Staff: Meaghan Hunt Wilson Presenter: , Phone: , Email: Outreach:

Type of Event:

Single Event

Registration Required:

Customer & Staff Registration

Start Registration:

12/01/2015

Registration Starting Time:

9:00 a.m.

End Registration:

day of the event

End Registration Time:

start time of the event

Attendees:

Max Attendees	Max Waitlist
15

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 connect teens with read-alike books for their favorite sci-fi television shows, movies, and book series. It will also provide them with the opportunity to connect with teens who have like interests, and create a craft on their own.

Which Strategic Plan Response/Goals does this program meet?:

Satisfy Curiosity: Visitors explore their interests using the variety of information at the library.

Why will this program be successful?:

Given the strong community demand for Rick Yancey's book in advance of 'The Fifth Wave' movie, I expect solid attendance at this program.

How will success be measured/determined?:

Attendance & community buzz, social media interactions

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 a Book River or RSS feed in LS2Pac

Create a customized Tailored Title newsletter or promotion for customers/attendees

Create an in-Library Book Display or Exhibit

Include on a Tailored Title newsletter or promotion or (or email Content Specialist for inclusion)

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

Visit a community organization to promote

What library resources and services will you connect to this program?:

Book display; related display will be in the display case that month; can also direct customers to our sci-fi and YA sci-fi collections and e-media

Are volunteers needed?:

Supplies

Are supplies needed?:

Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.

Supply/Shopping List:

plastic cows touch lights plastic bowls acrylic drinking glasses paint (if needed for bowls) snacks & beverages

Final Comments:

N/A

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

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.