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G2S Project Code: 2023-AZ-93781
State: Arizona
Fiscal Year: 2023

Grantee
Peoria Public Library System

Project Director
Director Name: Kathie Jackson
Director Phone: (623) 773-8667
Director Email: kathie.jackson@peoriaaz.gov

General Information
Title: The Music Garden at Sunrise Mountain Library
State Project Code: 2023-0260-14
Start Date: 05/12/2023
End Date: 09/06/2024
Abstract: The goal of the project was to expand the community’s knowledge of basic music concepts and literacy skills by providing a music space on the children’s patio at the Sunrise Mountain Library. Funds were used to purchase the musical instruments that were placed on the children's patio. Community members benefited because parents/caregivers were able to interact with their children as their first teachers in an environment that showed them what can be expressed and achieved through music.
State Goal: Informal Education

Budget Information

LSTA

MATCH-State

MATCH-Other

Total

$27,000.00

$0.00

$73,319.65

$100,319.65

Intent(s)
Improve users' ability to apply information that furthers their parenting and family skills.
Arts, Culture & Humanities

Activities
Activity Details
Title: Spring into Storytime
Narrative: A special storytime session in the Music Garden with songs and stories.
Intent: Improve users' ability to apply information that furthers their parenting and family skills.

Activity: Instruction
Mode: Program
Format: In-person

Quantity
Session length (minutes): 40
Number of sessions in program: 1
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
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: Peoria Public Library System
Address: 8463 W. MONROE ST.
City: PEORIA
State: AZ
Zip: 85345
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: Engaging with Music
Narrative: Monitored daily free time for children to engage with the instruments.
Intent: Improve users' ability to apply information that furthers their parenting and family skills.

Activity: Instruction
Mode: Program
Format: In-person

Quantity
Session length (minutes): 120
Number of sessions in program: 6
Average number in attendance per session: 50
Number of times program administered: 17

Partner Information

Project Outcomes
Project Outcomes
List any important outcomes or findings not previously reported:
95% of participants expressed that they were satisfied with the addition of the Music Garden to the youth patio. 80% of participants attended a Spring into Storytime program in the Music Garden and expressed interest in attending a Fall into Storytime program as well. Various young children also verbally expressed their fondness for the addition of the Music Garden to the library’s outdoor space. The instruments are utilized by the community on a daily basis, even during the summer heat.
Please briefly describe the importance of these outcomes and findings for future program planning:
The feedback that the library received let staff know that the Music Garden has been a wonderful addition to the library. Library staff members were able to witness firsthand the positive effects of taking storytime outside in the Music Garden. This new storytime allowed for a fun way to engage with the instruments while also adding a unique interactive component to storytime. Due to the popularity of storytime outside in the garden, the librarians have decided to continue to hold this program during the cooler weather months with the hope of reaching new families.
Explain one or two of the most significant lessons learned for others wanting to adopt any facets of this project:
For those that are wanting to add their own Music Garden, it is important to think about the height and placement of the instruments that one would select. Additionally, if one chooses to add music instruments, they should keep in mind the many ways that the instruments will be used or mistreated. To address this, it's advised to include signage to let the public know the rules for safe usage.
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:
No
Explain:

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
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