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G2S Project Code: 2016-CA-77151
State: California
Fiscal Year: 2016
Grantee
WHITTIER PUBLIC LIBRARY

Project Director
Director Name: Jacqueline Sanchez
Director Phone: (562) 567-9931
Director Email: jsanchez@whittierlibrary.org
General Information
Title: Whittier Public Library Pop-Up
State Project Code: 40-8700
Start Date: 07/01/2016
End Date: 08/31/2017
Abstract: The Whittier Public Library POP-UP is a truck and trailer mobile unit that provides library and city resources to the people in the City of Whittier. The initial POP UP locations were identified by meeting with school district officials and city staff. The POP-UP was taken to city events such as: Eggsxtravaganza, the Police Department Open House, Summer Concerts at the Park, local business event called Wake Up Whittier, Founders Day, and the Senior Resource Fair. The library also visited schools and after school programs. At every event the library staff provided information on: access to the library's databases, e-books, Passport acceptance facility resources available at the library, the Veterans Resources Center, the Whittier History Room, Summer Reading club, applying for a library card and the Homework Center resources. 
State Goal: Goal VII: Community Connections
Budget Information
LSTA
MATCH-State
MATCH-Other
Total
$43,500.00
$0.00
$91,100.00
$134,600.00
Intent(s)
Improve users’ ability to participate in their community.
Community Concerns
Outreach & Partnerships
Activities
Activity Details
Title: Children's Programs
Narrative: The Whittier Public Library POP-UP was taken to the Whittier Boys and Girls Club and various schools in Whittier. Presentations by librarians to children, tweens, and parents included importance of literacy and the introduction to the Summer Reading Club, library events, library resources at the library and online. Children completed a POP-UP Library themed craft with library staff help and instruction. Children left with giveaways that included more information about the library and the Summer Reading Club. There were a total of 1,440 children served.

Intent: Improve users’ ability to participate in their community.

Activity: Instruction
Mode: Program
Format: In-person


Quantity
Session length (minutes): 240
Number of sessions in program: 6
Average number in attendance per session: 40
Number of times program administered: 6


Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: No
Historical Societies or Organizations: No
Museums: No
Archives: No
Cultural Heritage Organization Multi-type: No
Preschools: No
Schools: No
Adult Education: No
Human Service Organizations: No
Other: No


Legal Type of Partner Organization(s):
Federal Government: No
State Government: No
Local Government (excluding school districts): No
School District: No
Non-Profit: No
Private Sector: No
Tribe/Native Hawaiian Organization: No


Beneficiaries
Is the activity directed at the library workforce: No
For a targeted group or for the general population: Targeted
Geographic community of the targeted group: Suburban
For what age groups: 0-5 years
6-12 years
For what economic types: Economic Not Applicable
For what ethnicity types: Ethnicity Not Applicable
Is the activity directed at families: No
Is the activity directed at intergenerational groups: No
Is the activity directed at immigrants/refugees: No
Is the activity directed at those with disabilities: No
Limited functional literacy or informational skills: No
Is the activity category not already captured: No


Locale
Is the activity state-wide: No
Specific Locations: Yes
Name: Boys & Girls Club
Address: 7905 S. Greenleaf Avenue
City: Whittier
State: CA
Zip: 90602
Name: WHITTIER PUBLIC LIBRARY
Address: 7344 S. WASHINGTON AVE.
City: WHITTIER
State: CA
Zip: 90602
Question 1: I learned something by participating in this library activity.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 2: I feel more confident about what I just learned.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 3: I intend to apply what I just learned.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 4: I am more aware of resources and services provided by the library.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Question 5: I am more likely to use other library resources and services.
Strongly Agree: 0
Agree: 0
Neither Agree nor Disagree: 0
Disagree: 0
Strongly Disagree: 0
Non-Response: 0
Activity Details
Title: Whittier Public Library POP-UP Kick Off
Narrative: To "Kick Off" the new Whittier Public Library POP-UP, the library invited the community, library stakeholders, City Staff and City Officials. Children were invited to a special story time with our children's librarian.

Intent: Improve users’ ability to participate in their community.

Activity: Instruction
Mode: Presentation/performance
Format: In-person


Quantity
Presentation/performance length (minutes): 40
Number of presentations/performances administered: 2
Average number in attendance per session: 20


Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: No
Historical Societies or Organizations: No
Museums: No
Archives: No
Cultural Heritage Organization Multi-type: No
Preschools: No
Schools: No
Adult Education: No
Human Service Organizations: No
Other: No


Legal Type of Partner Organization(s):
Federal Government: No
State Government: No
Local Government (excluding school districts): No
School District: No
Non-Profit: No
Private Sector: No
Tribe/Native Hawaiian Organization: No


Beneficiaries
Is the activity directed at the library workforce: No
For a targeted group or for the general population: General


Locale
Is the activity state-wide: No
Specific Locations: Yes
Name: WHITTIER PUBLIC LIBRARY
Address: 7344 S. WASHINGTON AVE.
City: WHITTIER
State: CA
Zip: 90602
Activity Details
Title: Whittier Pop-Up with City Services
Narrative: All of the POP-UP visits were staffed by a reference librarian. Locations included: WPL, City of Whittier Community Center, Police Department, City of Whittier Parks and Whittier Senior Center. Patrons were invited to ask reference questions and find out more information about City of Whittier Services. Patrons were also informed about our online e-resources and databases. Other City staff accompanied librarians to provide special programs and promote City services at various sites. Overall, from February through July, the Whittier Public Library POP-UP circulated over 722 books and individually spoke with over 2,000 patrons. We intend to continue with our outreach to more Whittier City schools and community events. 
Intent: Improve users’ ability to participate in their community.

Activity: Instruction
Mode: Consultation/drop-in/referral
Format: In-person


Quantity
Total number of consultation/reference transactions: 2,340
Average number of consultation/reference transactions per month: 330


Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: No
Historical Societies or Organizations: No
Museums: No
Archives: No
Cultural Heritage Organization Multi-type: No
Preschools: No
Schools: No
Adult Education: No
Human Service Organizations: No
Other: No


Legal Type of Partner Organization(s):
Federal Government: No
State Government: No
Local Government (excluding school districts): No
School District: No
Non-Profit: No
Private Sector: No
Tribe/Native Hawaiian Organization: No


Beneficiaries
Is the activity directed at the library workforce: No
For a targeted group or for the general population: General


Locale
Is the activity state-wide: No
Specific Locations: Yes
Name: Whittier Community Center
Address: 7630 Washington Ave
City: Whittier
State: CA
Zip: 90602
Name: Whittier Police Department
Address: 13200 Penn St
City: Whittier
State: CA
Zip: 90602
Name: WHITTIER PUBLIC LIBRARY
Address: 7344 S. WASHINGTON AVE.
City: WHITTIER
State: CA
Zip: 90602
Name: Whittier Senior Center
Address: 13225 Walnut St
City: Whittier
State: CA
Zip: 90602
Activity Details
Title: Acquisition and Outfitting the POP-UP
Narrative: We purchased a special order trailer purchased through LSTA funds. The Whittier Public Library Foundation purchased the truck to pull the trailer. Hardware items purchased for the POP-UP include (2) laptops, (2) ipads, (2) monitors, (4) scanners, (4) checkout receipt printers, and (1) wifi hot spot. Mobile checkout was available through our Sirsi system. The generator, computer equipment noted above, rug for storytime and other various supplies to support programming were purchased.
Intent: Improve users’ ability to participate in their community.

Activity: Content
Mode: Creation
Format: Physical


Quantity
Number of items digitized: 0
Number of items digitized and available to the public: 0
Number of physical items: 2
Number of open-source applications/software/systems: 0
Number of proprietary applications/software/systems: 0
Number of learning resources (e.g. toolkits, guides): 0
Number of plans/frameworks: 0


Partner Information
Organization Type of Partner Organization(s):
Libraries: No
Historical Societies or Organizations: No
Museums: No
Archives: No
Cultural Heritage Organization Multi-type: No
Preschools: No
Schools: No
Adult Education: No
Human Service Organizations: No
Other: No


Legal Type of Partner Organization(s):
Federal Government: No
State Government: No
Local Government (excluding school districts): No
School District: No
Non-Profit: No
Private Sector: No
Tribe/Native Hawaiian Organization: No


Beneficiaries
Is the activity directed at the library workforce: No
For a targeted group or for the general population: General


Locale
Is the activity state-wide: No
Specific Locations: Yes
Name: WHITTIER PUBLIC LIBRARY
Address: 7344 S. WASHINGTON AVE.
City: WHITTIER
State: CA
Zip: 90602
Project Outcomes
Project Outcomes
List any important outcomes or findings not previously reported:
Change in Knowledge: After attending Whittier Public Library POP-UP events 25% of community members, had an increased awareness of Whittier Public Library resources, as measured through anecdotal evidence gathered during stops by the mobile unit. Comments ranged from "I didn't know that you offered e-Magazines and e-books!" to "I didn't know people still went to the library." 10% of community members visiting the Pop-Up showed an increased knowledge and awareness of City services and resources as a direct result of the pop-up unit. We were visited by veterans who did not know about our Veterans Resource Center and who left with information regarding veterans services. Change in Behavior: At Whittier Public Library POP-UP events the target audiences were invited to checkout materials and/or magazines from our e-resources. We also highlighted the digital collection of ebooks and audiobooks on Axis 360. Our usage statistics show that a total of 335 more e-books, audiobooks were circulated this year than last year.
Please briefly describe the importance of these outcomes and findings for future program planning:
The Whittier Public Library POP-UP was created to provide library and city resources to the people in the City of Whittier. The findings that are important because they provide evidence on the effectiveness of the library's output. For example, the target audiences at most POP-UP events responded well to the desired outcomes (i.e. signing up for library cards, checking out library books, asking reference questions and returning to the library based on the services they heard about at the POP-UP). We received many inquires regarding the next location of the POP-UP. We also received many compliments to the library staff about the service aspect of the POP-UP going out into the community.
Explain one or two of the most significant lessons learned for others wanting to adopt any facets of this project:
We found that it is extremely important to secure a driver that is confident in driving a truck with an attached trailer. Although our POP-UP did not require a special license, it took an experienced driver to drive it to various locations in the City of Whittier.
Do you anticipate continuing this project after the current reporting period ends:
Yes
Do you anticipate any change in level of effort in managing this project:
No
Explain:

Do you anticipate changing the types of activities and objectives addressed by the project:
Yes
Explain:
We intend on visiting more schools in the Whittier Unified School District next year.
Was an evaluation conducted for this project:
No
Was a final written evaluation report produced:
No
Can the final written evaluation report be shared publicly on the IMLS website:
No
Was the evaluation conducted by project staff (either SLAA or local library) or by a third-party evaluator:
Third-Party
What data collection tools were used for any report outcomes and outputs:
Did you collect any media for the data:
What types of methods were used to analyze collected data:
Other:
How were participants (or items) selected:
What type of research design did you use to compare the value for any reported output or outcome:
Exemplary: No
Exemplary Narrative
Project Tags: POP-UP, Bookmobile, City