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Community Coffee & Conversation

Submitted by rfesler on Tue, 04/18/2017 - 18:26
Manager Input
Manager's Decision: 
Approved for Next Fiscal Year
Is staff available for coverage?: 
Yes
Library budget available for this amount and for this target audience?: 
Yes
Manager Comments: 
I approve. Just remember to plan your programming supply budget accordingly for 2018. Cheers!
Program Identification
Location: 
Almonte Library
Date: 
Friday, July 28, 2017
Program Time: 
Start Time (hour)Start Time (minutes)Setup TimeEnd Time (hour)End Time (minutes)Take-Down Time
100045 minutes110030 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 coffee and conversation. Meet some of your neighbors and community members while connecting through conversation, creativity, and sharing. Enjoy books, board games, puzzles, dominoes, and cards. Looking for your next great read? Take this opportunity to share recommendations with other avid readers and make new book discoveries. 4th Friday of Every Month @ 10:00
Primary Age Group: 
Adult
Additional Age Groups: 
Senior (ages 55+)
Primary Event Type: 
Arts, Crafts, Games

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 meets the goal of "commitment to learning as enjoyment" by creating a relaxed atmosphere for library members to gather, share information, and learn about library services.
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?: 
This program will set aside a time for our adult library members to meet and talk about new books while enjoying games and refreshments. Myself or another library member will be on hand to share information about our library services and programs.
How will success be measured/determined?: 
Success will be measured by the amount of library members who become regular attendees.
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
Share on my personal Social Media sites (Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram)
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?: 

Each event will have a book display and information about upcoming programs.

Are volunteers needed?: 
No

Supplies

Are supplies needed?: 
Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.
Supply/Shopping List: 
I will purchase / replace activities as needed. Light refreshments will be offered at each program (coffee & pastries).
Final Comments: 
This PPC is to renew the current Coffee & Conversation program for the 2018 fiscal year.
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.