Full Description
Public library programmers, marketers, and staff across the country have relied on their previous books for fun and engaging offerings that draw patrons in and keep them excited about visiting the library again and again. Now this team of best-selling authors is back with an all-new calendar of ready-to-go programs guaranteed to provide fun all year round. They also offer a series of themed programs specially designed for clubs, with pointers on hosting meetings of clubs and activities that compliment these gatherings. Best of all, their ideas are easily adaptable for a variety of participants, including tweens, teens, millennials, older adults, and families. Complete with planning lists, budgeting guidance, and marketing advice, this book includes
delightful programs such as Rememberlutions, Prom Formalwear Giveaway, Cooking with a Waffle Iron, Life Hacks for Living On Your Own, Preschool for Adults, Upcycled Friendsgiving, and many others;
club ideas like Parenting Teens, STEAM Club, 5K Club, Crafterwork, and Service Club;
suggestions of variations for different age groups; and
tips on building interest in the topic prior to the event using trivia and other free games.
Packed with an assortment of flexible ideas for youth, adults, and family engagement, this book's programs will help cultivate enthusiasm for public libraries every month of the year.
Contents
Introduction
Part I A Year of Ideas
Chapter 1 January
Community Connections
Entrepreneur Fair
Game Design
Rememberlutions
Chapter 2 February
Floral Mood Boosters
Medieval Magic
More Mardi Gras
Salty and Sweet Fest
Chapter 3 March
Austenland
Green Everywhere: Indoor Gardening
Healthier Twists to Snacks
Teen Job Fair
Chapter 4 April
Creating Your Story
Investing for Beginners
Making Budgets Less Taxing
Prom Formal Wear Donation and Giveaway
Chapter 5 May
Basic Car Repair
Cooking with a Waffle Iron
Middle and High School Survival Strategies
Sing-Along Movie Night
Chapter 6 June
BBQ for Beginners
DIY Frozen Drinks and Desserts
Fun Fair
Road Rally / Scavenger Hunt
Chapter 7 July
Camp Nostalgia
Night under the Stars
Spelling Bee
Wonderful Wedding Series
Chapter 8 August
Life Hacks for Living on Your Own
Résumé / Cover Letter Writing (When You Don't Have a Long Job History)
Superheroes IRL
Tabletop Game Night
Chapter 9 September
Healthy Eating and Meal Prep Tips
Night Out, In
Read at the Table: Delicious Book Club Variations
Time Management
Chapter 10 October
All about the Candy
Cosplay Event / Costume Design
Haunted Halloween Happenings
Preschool for Adults
Chapter 11 November
Coffee Shop Hop
Toastmasters / TED Talks / Public Speaking
Twenty Fast Appetizers and Desserts
Upcycled Friendsgiving
Chapter 12 December
Be Dazzling: Artistic Adornment for Amateurs
Destress—and Treat Yo' Self!
DIY Dinner Parties on a Dime
Saturday Morning (at Night) Cartoons
Part II Enjoyable Clubs That Inspire and Educate
Chapter 13 Books and Media Fun
Adult Graphic Novel Club
Book to Screen
Bucket List Book Club
Retro Movie Night
TV Tripping
Young Adult Books for Next Gens Club
Chapter 14 Parenting
Welcome to the Library: A Guide for New Parents
Parenting Teens
Power Parenting Program: Parent Nights
Chapter 15 Passions
5K Club
Crafterwork
Foodies
Historical Activities
Retro Craft Club
Story and Performance Troupe
Writer's Workshop
Chapter 16 Skills and Service
Community College Connection
Crafting for Charity
Job Skills
Service Club
STEAM Club
Tech Night
Chapter 17 Social or Game Time
Adults Facing Social Challenges
Gamers Guild
Trivia Nights
Index
