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Library Commission Programming Update Austin Public Library | Jan. 26, 2026  Welcome  Program Survey & Program Classification Guide – Jennifer Peters  FY2025 Program Statistics—Jennifer Peters  Civic Engagement – Jennifer Peters  Cultural Programming – Bryana Salcido  StoryWalks© & TSLAC Grant – Tucker 'Troy' Troy  Program Highlights – Bryana Salcido & Tucker 'Troy' Troy  Questions & Closing 2 Program Survey and Program Survey and Program Classification Guide Program Classification Guide Jennifer Peters Program Surveys Program Surveys Multi-year project to support and strengthen library programming through a consistent, mission-aligned framework. FY26: introduce standardized program survey form and kit; individualized QR codes; track responses FY27: review and analyze program data; incorporate outcome measurement; program quality and frequency standards Classification Guide Classification Guide Guide for all APL programs Business & Careers Definition: These programs provide resources and support for career seekers and entrepreneurs. Examples: Starting a Business, Building Your Resume, Digital Marketing, HR101, Small Business Office Hours Ties to Mission: Learn Supports Communities that are: Economically Vital, Knowledgeable Outcomes: Participants feel confident in their skills after gaining new knowledge, feel empowered to make informed career decisions, and/or feel relieved when resolving real-world challenges. Measurement: Evaluation forms, anecdotal reports Success Criteria: 85% of evaluation respondents rate the program "Very Good or Loved It!" 6 Civic Engagement Civic Engagement Jennifer Peters Civic Engagement  State Law—Voter Registration Cards; plan on file  Citizenship Classes Spring/Fall 2025 -- spearheaded by Commission member Sheila Mehta  Teen Library Fellowships  Voter Registration Drives with tabling partners  Other classes: How Austin Works; HTU Presents—Democracy Schools; Pedal to the Polls; Volunteer Deputy Registrar training; League of Women Voters Spring Festival; Mobile Court Services (Downtown Austin Community Court) 8 Cultural Programming Cultural Programming Bryana Salcido Cultural Cultural Programming Programming - Shift from monthly programming to year-round programming - Less calendar-bound cultural programming, more freedom - World Language Programming - Future Programming Nature Programming Nature Programming Tucker 'Troy' Troy – Program Coordinator TSLAC Special Projects Grant • Nature Smart Libraries Expansion Project • Embed environmental literacy, nature play, and community engagement • Expand nature-focused initiatives • Nature Play Kits • Storywalk© installations 12 StoryWalks©  NatureSmart -  Our new Storywalk© Vendor – Syncretic Press  Bilingual  Longevity and Printing  Current Storywalks© to feature new Vendor spring 2026  Current Locations: Windsor Park, Milwood, Pleasant Hill and Willie Mae Kirk  Three Locations to come: Hampton at Oak Hill, Ruiz and Cepeda 13 Program Highlights Program Highlights Bryana Salcido & Tucker 'Troy' Troy Program Highlights Program Highlights - Exhibits- Holding Spaces, Jan 15-Mar 29 - Centennial Celebrations start February! - 100 Year Black History Community Cookout - Kids Block Party - Summer 2026 – Dinosaurs! Questions? Thank You! Please visit library.austintexas.gov for more information on upcoming Events!