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Family Holiday Crafternoon

Submitted by amy.upchurch on Fri, 09/16/2016 - 14:59
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: 
I approve. The early scheduling of a holiday craft time will hopefully bring people in before they become entangled in shopping and travel.
Program Identification
Location: 
Almonte Library
Date: 
Sunday, December 4, 2016
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
30045 minutes43045 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 us for an afternoon of family fun as we get together and create a little sparkle for your home! We will have opportunities for every member of the family to participate in making fun holiday crafts. Professional librarians will be on hand to help you find even more great ideas for decking your halls. Be sure not to leave without picking up your favorite holiday story, crafting inspiration source, or cookbook to make your days more merry and bright.
Primary Age Group: 
All Ages
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: 
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?: 
Commitment to Learning as Enjoyment We believe that learning can be deepest and most effective when it is enjoyed, and we are dedicated to providing enjoyable opportunities while delivering on the Mission. In addition , this will meet the need of improving the use of our space as an intergenerational environment.
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?: 
Holiday craft programs - especially intergenerational ones-tend to be pretty big hits here at AL.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Attendance Feedback, spoken and observed
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 event in a community calendar, newsletter, or newspaper
Up-sell the event with customers (verbally or with printed Marketing pieces)
What library resources and services will you connect to this program?: 

We will include a display of holiday related cookbooks and craft resources including books, magazines, and videos.

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
craft supplies
Final Comments: 
It will be interesting to see how having this type of event on a Sunday afternoon affects attendance.
Are you ready for your supervisor to evaluate this program?: 
Yes
Program Evaluation
Are you ready to evaluate your program?: 
No
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.