2014 Spring LATI, Gia Schwatka

Program
Meet Live Birds of Prey
The Upper Marlboro branch (PGCMLS) in partnership with Watkins Nature Center will
introduce you to several live hawks, owls or vultures. Participants will: 1) classify animals
according to their diet, 2) describe the interdependence of living things within an ecosystem,
and 3) describe the behavioral and physical adaptations of birds. Ages 6 -adult.

How the program fits into the librarys mission
Prince George's County Memorial Library System provides materials and information for
study and personal enrichment. One of the Goals of PGCMLS is to anticipate and respond
to the evolving needs of the community. One way we do that is by supplementing the
learning needs of our customers with programs that are enriching, engaging, and
illuminating.

Need for the program
In order to raise awareness for our summer reading program, each branch is hosting three
special STEM related programs. This program supports that initiative. Observing animals
firsthand can spark a students interest in science as well as a general respect for life while
reinforcing key science concepts according to the National Science Teachers Association.
We are very excited to be including live animals in this program. In addition, we are very
eager to build a relationship with Watkins Nature Center, a new community partner for our
local branch.

(Visit http://www.nsta.org/about/positions/animals.aspx for more information).

Steps necessary for setting up the event
Complete the Program Planning Worksheet & Approval Form.
Create the event in Drupal.
Reserve a meeting room.
Complete a request for program flyers.
Publish program in the Librarys Newsletter.
Contact Josie Fiore to request PR on facebook and twitter.
Create a display of varied media to supplement learning after the event.

Evaluation
Ask customers to fill out an evaluation survey at the end of the program. In order to promote
participation, one survey will be randomly drawn and that participant will win a prize.


2014 Spring LATI, Gia Schwatka

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 7th, 2014
Upper Marlboro, Md. Prince Georges County Memorial Library System (PGCMLS) in partnership with
Watkins Nature Center presents: Meet Live Birds of Prey. Participants will be introduced to several live
hawks, owls or vultures and will: 1) classify animals according to their diet, 2) describe the
interdependence of living things within an ecosystem, and 3) describe the behavioral and physical
adaptations of birds, at 2:00pm on Saturday, July 19 at the Upper Marlboro Branch. Ages 6 - adult.
This program will be announced on PGCMLSs social media sites, including: flicker, facebook, and twitter
approximately two weeks prior to the event.