Evaluation Projects

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We have low attendance at most of our programs.  I would love to determine why. But, I think that may be a little too broad.  I will focus instead on what programs would best meet the needs of this small rural community.  Though it is small and rural, we still have a very diverse population.  It is a school district where 70% of the students qualify for a free lunch and even fewer go on to college.  But, the programs we hold seem to primarily be attended by the same few retired educators and retired business professionals.  The area is considered a resort area since the population doubles in the summer months, but our summer programs are no better attended than any other time of the year.

Question/Problem Statement:
What programs will best serve and be of interest to our diverse community.

Statement of Why:
The library should be the center of this community and be able to meet the needs of more than one very narrow segment of the population.  If we can assess the broader community's needs we will be able to better serve them and possibly improve the outlook for the community's residents.