Knitting Club

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 make sure to line up some volunteers to help you out on this. Thanks!

Program Identification

Location:

Almonte Library

Date:

Thursday, July 6, 2017

Program Time:

Start Time (hour)	Start Time (minutes)	Setup Time	End Time (hour)	End Time (minutes)	Take-Down Time
5	30	30 minutes	7	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:

Are you a knitter? Interested in learning? If so, join the Almonte Monthly Knitting Club. Bring your current project, or just bring yarn and knitting needles and we can teach you how to get started! Crocheters and other needleworkers are welcome too, but we will only be teaching knitting. 1st Thursday of every month.

Primary Age Group:

Adult

Primary Event Type:

Arts, Crafts, Games

Additional SignUp Fields

Is the location/room available?:

Yes

Internal Notes/Setup Instructions:

When inserting into SignUp, don't forget the brackets! Setup: Large rectangle of tables in the center of the room and a large table against the wall for supplies, Tables: , Chairs: , Notes: Staff: Becky Fesler Presenter: , Phone: , Email: Outreach:

Type of Event:

Recurring Event

Recurring Information:

1st Thursday of Every Month

Registration Required:

No Registration

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." Attendees learn knitting tips while having time to socialize with other library members.

Which Strategic Plan Response/Goals does this program meet?:

Satisfy Curiosity: Visitors explore their interests using the variety of information at the library.

Why will this program be successful?:

This is a continuation of an existing program that has a faithful following. Attendees are encouraged to check out materials on a variety of subjects while they are here. This time is also used to discuss upcoming adult programs and take suggestions for possible programs.

How will success be measured/determined?:

Success will be measured by how many people 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?:

Create an in-Library Book Display or Exhibit

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)

What library resources and services will you connect to this program?:

I have selection of knitting books available to check out at every meeting.

Are volunteers needed?:

Yes

Supplies

Are supplies needed?:

Yes, order through RFP or shop locally for additional supplies.

Supply/Shopping List:

-"Thank you" card for our volunteer. -Misc. knitting supplies as needed.

Final Comments:

The knitting club has a consistent following and I encourage more people to come every chance I get.

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.