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- Description
- Table of Contents
- About the authors
- Reviews
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.
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
"Eager for a full year of rich programming but unsure where to start? Look no further than this collection ... A reliable source of ideas, especially for beginning programmers or those looking for a creative nudge."
— Library Journal