Builders' Club

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:

Almonte Library

Date:

Sunday, May 21, 2017

Program Time:

Start Time (hour)	Start Time (minutes)	Setup Time	End Time (hour)	End Time (minutes)	Take-Down Time
3	00	30 minutes	4	00	30 minutes

Program Details

Blurb

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

No, I'll create my own blurb.

Program Description:

Come put your ideas into action! Join other kids your age in creating a unique structure from a variety of building materials in our Creation Station! LEGO bricks, Magnatiles, Wooden blocks, and other supplies will be on hand. Let's see your imagination come to life! Be sure to explore our selection of books on engineering and architecture for a little bit of inspiration

Primary Age Group:

Gradeschoolers (age 5-12)

Additional Age Groups:

PreSchoolers (ages 3-5) / PreTeen (ages 9-12)

Primary Event Type:

Arts, Crafts, Games

Additional Event Types:

Science & Technology

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: Amy will set up

Type of Event:

Single Event

Registration Required:

No Registration

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?:

This program meets the core value of commitment to learning as enjoyment by providing for Playful Learning- Experiences and environments that engage members in play and focus on teaching and learning. It also provides an opportunity to explore some STEM related skills in a non threatening way.

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?:

Builder's Club attracts a variety of members each session. Adding in multiple types of blocks has really helped us to expand opportunities to include younger members as well.

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?:

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 for display a selection of books that encourage other STEM projects.

Are volunteers needed?:

Supplies

Are supplies needed?:

Yes, will be using supplies on hand.

Final Comments:

Builder's Club has been a good program that requires minimal month to month investment.

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.