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Clay Totem Animals

Submitted by tkingery on Mon, 06/13/2016 - 15:16
Manager Input
Manager's Decision: 
Approved for Next Fiscal Year
Is staff available for coverage?: 
Yes
Library budget available for this amount and for this target audience?: 
Yes
Manager Comments: 
I'm glad that you were able to find a substitute program and presenter. Thanks!
Program Identification
Location: 
Almonte Library
Date: 
Wednesday, August 10, 2016
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
53030 minutes63030 minutes
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Join artist Savannah Mitchell for a class on Clay Totem Animals! Learn about the historical and cultural significance of totems and sculpt your own from clay in this one-hour program for teens. Be sure and check out our books on clay creations, animals, and other craft activities.
Primary Age Group: 
Teen (ages 12-18)
Primary Event Type: 
Arts, Crafts, Games

Presenter

Will your program have a presenter?: 
Yes
Does the presenter have the proper credentials, training & positive references?: 
Yes
Presenter Type: 
Performer in the Performing Artist Index

Mitchell, Savannah [1]

Affidavit Expiration: 
Wednesday, January 6, 2016
Status: 
Active [2]
Address: 
2024 Cloverdale Lane
Norman  Oklahoma  73071
United States
Phone: 
405-306-9259
Artist Focus: 
Arts & Crafts (KR: But soo much more!)
Work Description: 

Painting
Drawing
Sewing
Crochet
Various crafts, just ask!

Affidavit: 
Active
Background Check: 
Yes
W-9 on File: 
Active
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 helps fulfill the goal of "commitment to learning as enjoyment" through teaching teens a new art skill in a fun way with others their age.
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?: 
Teens will be able to learn a new skill in a positive and safe social setting. Further, they will be able to discover more about the skill through our materials.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
word of mouth and attendance of at least 10
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
Visit a community organization to promote
What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

book display during the program

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
No supplies are needed for this particular program.
Final Comments: 
Teens love Savannah Mitchell so this should go well. Plus, she is so familiar with our library that the new teen librarian won't have to do much at all.
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.

Links:
[1] https://my.metrolibrary.info/drupal/performing_artist/mitchell-savannah
[2] https://my.metrolibrary.info/drupal/yesno/active