Gingerbread Challenge

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:

For Program Catalog

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:

Teens can take the long-standing holiday tradition of making gingerbread houses to the next level with the Gingerbread Challenge at the library! Compete to make and decorate the best confectionary creation.

Primary Age Group:

Teen (ages 12-18)

Primary Event Type:

Arts, Crafts, Games

Additional Event Types:

Culture & Entertainment

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: ewilliams

Registration Required:

No Registration

Presenter

Will your program have a presenter?:

Yes

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

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 positive environment for teens to collaborate, learn from each other, and create a successful, fun project together.

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

Satisfy Curiosity: Your libraries are centers that offer access to civic, cultural and community enrichment opportunities.

Why will this program be successful?:

It's timely and engaging, and provides multiple avenues for playful learning: through engineering, art, architecture, and aesthetics.

How will success be measured/determined?:

Program attendance and participant 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

Share on my personal Social Media sites (Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram)

Up-sell the event with customers (verbally or with printed Marketing pieces)

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

Book (and project) displays, both before and after the program

Are volunteers needed?:

Supplies

Are supplies needed?:

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

Supply/Shopping List:

- Graham crackers (allow for at least one regular-sized box per four participants) - Royal icing: o Confectioners’ sugar o Cream of tartar o Egg whites - Ziploc bags - Foil - Cardboard rectangles (for the base) - Serrated knife and cutting board - Bowls - Paper towels - Wide variety of decorations. Here are some suggestions: o Pretzel rods o Gumdrops o Licorice o Coconut o Skittles o Candy canes o Peppermints o Ice cream cones o Marshmallows - Optional: plastic coverings for tables - Optional: prize for contest winner

Final Comments:

Program by Elisabeth Wright, VI

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.