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Gamefest

Submitted by rgibson on Thu, 08/18/2016 - 14:53
Manager Input
Manager's Decision: 
Pending
Program Identification
Location: 
Ralph Ellison Library
Date: 
Tuesday, November 22, 2016
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
5001 hour6001 hour
Program Details

Blurb

Would you like to use a description from the Blurb Bank?: 
No, I'll create my own blurb.
Program Description: 
Get loud and get your game on! Bring your friends and come play video games and board games at the library. Games are rated E, E10+, and T. It's a fun way to pass an evening! Check out strategy guides and other books about gaming on your way out. This event is held at multiple libraries.
Primary Age Group: 
Teen (ages 12-18)
Additional Age Groups: 
PreTeen (ages 9-12) / Young Adult (ages 18-21)
Primary Event Type: 
Culture & Entertainment
Additional Event Types: 
Health & Wellness / Science & Technology

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 has been held at the library for years. It's something the kids look forward to each month. It was the most attended teen program of the summer. The core value of "commitment to learning as enjoyment" would work here. Most of the kids that come into this program do not have the resources to play with the gaming equipment that we have here at the library. While the gaming equipment is a fun program, it also teaches them about new technology and how to interact with others.
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?: 
This program was the most successful teen program over the summer and is continually asked about throughout the month. Teens, young adults and children look forward to being able to play with other library members that they don't get to interact with on a regular basis.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Success will be measured by the amount of library members attending.
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?: 
Share on my personal Social Media sites (Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram)
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?: 

I will make a bibliography of books that are available through the library on games and gaming. Some library members don't realize that we have mine craft books and gaming magazines for check out.

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
No supplies are needed for this particular program.
Final Comments: 
This program is very popular and is continually asked for. I am glad that we as a library can provide a safe place for teens in the community to play video games and interact without having to worry about where they have to go.
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.