Learn how to build engaging all-ages programming for your library. Gain practical advice on how to choose the best games for your collection and how to circulate games both in-house and with patrons.
Details
Timing:
Wed 1:00 PM - Wed 2:00 PM
Location:
JW
/ Room 209
Long Description:
Explore all the interesting side quests that tabletop gaming can take in the library from teen internships to creating a reference gaming website to building community partnerships. We will offer effective strategies and examples of board game facilitation best practices. The audience will learn how to create a professional development cohort through gaming. We will also explore selling the idea to library management and collection development strategies for all ages, including practical tips. Designed for librarians just getting started with games at their libraries.
Event Website:
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Organizing Group:
GM Names:
Diana Platt, Kelsey Bates, Kenneth Hardcastle
Event Type:
Game System:
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Rules Edition:
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# Players:
1 - 40 players
Age Required:
Everyone (6+)
Experience Required:
None (You've never played before - rules will be taught)
Materials Provided?:
No
Tournament?:
No
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Wednesday
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1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
40 tickets available