Parachute Games

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:

Bethany Library

Date:

Thursday, June 8, 2017

Program Time:

Start Time (hour)	Start Time (minutes)	Setup Time	End Time (hour)	End Time (minutes)	Take-Down Time
9	30	1.5 hours	10	15	15 minutes

Program Details

Blurb

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

Yes

Program Description:

Playtime [1]

Sharing in playtimes is an excellent way to help children build social skills, promote learning and discover that the library is a destination for fun! Children will have the opportunity to practice skills such as: following directions, socializing with others, using language, using small and large muscles, and remaining in control during play.

Event Types:

Child Development

Age Groups:

Toddlers (ages 1-3)

Babies (0-12 months)

Read more about Playtime [1]

Additional SignUp Fields

Is the location/room available?:

Yes

Internal Notes/Setup Instructions:

Two tables by the entry door. Twelve adult chairs, six on each side from front to back. One small chair at the front for the storyteller.

Type of Event:

Recurring Event

Recurring Information:

Two sessions will be scheduled on June 8. The first at 9:30am. The second at 10:30am.

Registration Required:

Customer & Staff Registration

Start Registration:

Registration Starting Time:

9:00am

End Registration:

End Registration Time:

9:30am

Attendees:

Max Attendees	Max Waitlist
16	8

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?:

Parachute Games brings families with young children to the library for active play that promotes social skills and learning. Children and families will be welcomed to the library for this events designed especially for their age group. They will want to come for the program and future events for them at the library.

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?:

Attendance at previous sessions was at the capacity of the program.

How will success be measured/determined?:

Average attendance of 12 to 16 children and their families at the two sessions. Families will use additional library resources on their visit and check them out to take home. Families will participate in the library Summer Reading Program.

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?:

Books and other media for young children.

Are volunteers needed?:

Supplies

Are supplies needed?:

No supplies are needed for this particular program.

Final Comments:

Two sessions are scheduled on the same day to accommodate all those expected to attend.

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.