Presented by Jennifer
Czajka, Library Assistant, Oak Park Public
Library
Rebecca Malinowski, Librarian, Oak Park Public Library
Rebecca Malinowski, Librarian, Oak Park Public Library
Hi/Lo Tech Night (write-up: We are very excited to announce
our first twenties and thirties program outside of our book discussion: Hi-Lo
Tech Night, an evening of music and gaming. On November 15, in honor of National Gaming
Day, genre X will be hosting an after hours event at the Oak Park Public Library from
7-11pm that incorporates both the hi and lo tech aspects of gaming and music.
In one room we will have DJs spinning and Wii tourneys while in the other
people will be able to challenge each other to board game tourneys while
listening to their favorite mix tapes. And what better to bridge the two rooms
but some hi-lo food and drink? Stay tuned for more details yet to come and
please feel free to weigh in with your thoughts and suggestions!
Shaken & Stirred: A 20’s and 30’s Mixer LGBTQ-friendly
speed dating (write-up: We know it’s hard to meet new people after college. Can
you honestly think of a better place to meet someone than a library? Locking
eyes over the Vonnegut section? Or maybe your hands brush while reaching for
the last copy of Infinite Jest? Well, genre X is helping you out and
shaking up traditional speed dating in an afterhours event open to all men and
women in their 20s and 30s on Saturday, February 11th from
8:00-11:00 PM. Help yourself to a drink on the house before
diving into the mix. You’ll mingle with everybody during three series of short
mini-dates, regardless of gender or sexual orientation. Flirt with potential
dates and stir up some new friendships. Cool off between heats with a trip to
the cash bar. After you’ve made the rounds, let us know who has piqued your
curiosity, and we’ll let you know if they feel the same way. Preregister now –
and do it quickly! We’re expecting available slots to fill up fast.
Confirmations will be sent out starting February 3rd. Still have
more questions? Check out some of our frequently asked questions below.) view
the post at http://genre-x.com/shaken-and-stirred-a-20s-and-30s-mixer-at-the-oak-park-public-library/
Movieoke (write-up: Think of
Movieoke as Karaoke’s tone-deaf cousin. If you’ve always craved the spotlight,
but can’t sing a note, this is your night. Instead of singing along to a
voiceless track, you’ll act along to recreate your favorite movie
scenes-karaoke style. Just like karaoke, you’ll have monitor to follow just in
case you don’t know every word to your favorite scene. We’ll have some liquid
courage available at a cash bar, so this is a 21+ event. If you’re not sure
you’re ready for the spotlight, enjoy the view from the audience. This free
event is hosted by genre X, a 20s and 30s book club. http://genre-x.com/movieoke-a-20s-and-30s-event/
Teen Event once/month 7-9pm. Friday
Guitar Hero Tournament
Weird Science Adult Science Fair
Spell Yeah Spelling Bee for any age
Smarty Pants Trivia Night is a
fundraiser. Teams register for $25.
Taste of Spain—chef demo
Dewey after Hours—a fundraiser by
the Denver Public Library to select the signature drink for the library’s
Booklover’s Ball. (http://denverlibrary.org/content/dewey-after-hours-0
)
When targeting the young adult audience, think about the
demographics. They want to learn about something or learn how to do something.
They want opportunities to meet people and opportunities to do something.
Try to start with one late night program per age group per
year.
Promoting
programs—capture your audience with cultural references. Capitalize on
nostalgia. Use multimedia to saturate the community. Promote it as a unique
event. Give people incentives to bring guests.
Decorate the space. You need a roll of paper and fabric for
a photo backdrop. Christmas lights to add lighting are nice, as are led
candles. Include food and drink. You have to project an attitude. Decide on a
catered or DIY bar. Will you need change?
Offer one free drink at the spelling bee—two for spellers.
If you serve alcohol, the library will need a liquor license. If you start at
7, participants will have had dinner and you can serve snacks.
Measuring success:
Set participation goals. Use a public event survey that
gives you demographic information and asks what kinds of events most interest
the participant. Ask staff what advice they would give to someone doing this
event in the future.
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