[Publib] Wrock concerts at your library?

[John]

In connection with the kids' summer reading program this year, we may
have the opportunity to have a wrock concert (a new one for me, but from
what I've seen on the Web, and now knowing that one of my younger
employees has a Harry Potter-themed band, this "wrock," at any rate,
undoubtedly will be Potter-y) on our large expanse of what used to be
the public parking lot, but is now the staff and overflow lot, along
with grass and trees surrounding it.  I suspect we will need to consult
with our attorney, just to check on liability issues.  But *assuming*
that everything were to go smoothly, with no satanic children wreaking
havoc, et al., I am wondering if other people in publib-land have had
experience with outdoor concerts for the younger crowd.  And if so, what
elaborate preparations did you make to assure that your event was
perfect and problem-free?  (Even though my tongue was in my cheek as I
wrote that last question, I *am* serious.)  Our lawyer and/or insurance
agent can tell us what they will, but I'd also be interested in
real-life experience, if there is any among the many publib-ers.

Thanks.

John D. Richmond, Director
Alpha Park Public Library District
3527 So. Airport Road
Bartonville, IL 61607
Ph: (309) 697-3822, ext. 12
Fax: (309) 697-9681
E-mail: jrichmond at alphapark.org
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