| Name of Program |
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| Date of Program |
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| What will be the program content? |
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| Who will be the audience? |
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| Are there any possible partners? |
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| What resources, funds are available? |
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| Who will be in charge of planning? |
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| When will it be held? |
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| Where will it be held? |
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| How long will it last? |
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| Is the meeting facility accessible to those with disabilities? |
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| What equipment (audio-visual, computers, seating, lectern) will be needed? |
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| Will refreshments be served? |
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| What publicity should be planned and carried out? |
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| What accompanying materials (books, posters, displays) are needed? |
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| Who will be the presenters? |
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| Who will prepare the presentation? |
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| Were the program details confirmed with the presenters by phone or letter? |
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| What support staff is needed? |
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| Are there sufficient handouts of program materials? |
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| Have thank-you letters been sent to the presenters after the program? |
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For a more in-depth programming checklist, consult: Reference and User Services Association. Adult Programming: A Manual for Libraries. Chicago: American Library Association, 1997.