branching out: teens - winter 2012-2013
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Durham County Library's teen programming guideTRANSCRIPT
Teen Programs
Branchin Out Highlights of News & Events for Dec. 2012-Feb. 2013
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Your Teen Librarians
Main LibraryPlacedia [email protected]
BragtownDenise [email protected]
East RegionalArchie Burke919-560-0213 [email protected]
North RegionalRebecca [email protected]
South RegionalJen [email protected]
Southwest RegionalAutumn [email protected]
Stanford L. Warren & McDougald Terrace
Heather [email protected]
Teen Programs
Financial Aid and Scholarships (Parents & High School Students)
What’s the best way to pay for college? Students and parents will learn about financial aid basics, college costs, financial aid forms, how to apply for different types of aid and eligibility determination.
You don’t want to miss this informative seminar to get you started!
Main Library Jan. 17 6:30 - 8 p.m. Southwest Regional Jan 24 6:30 - 8 p.m. East Regional Jan. 31 6:30 - 8 p.m. South Regional Feb. 7 6:30 - 8 p.m. Stanford L. Warren Feb. 21 6:30 - 8 p.m. McDougald Terrace Feb. 28 4:30 - 6 p.m.
On the Cover:The East Regional Library Teen Geeksters.
Clockwise from top left:Brandy Eggleston, JulieAnn Madding, Teen Librarian Archie Burke, Erim Akpan, Sarah Moats, Gracey Gordon, Christa Gordon, Rachel Roush, Eeyi Oon, Samira Akpan. (Page 4 photo includes intern Chris Johnson.)
F o r a c o m p l e t e l i s t i n g o f e v e n t s , v i s i t d u r h a m c o u n t y l i b r a r y . o r g a n d c l i c k “ C a l e n d a r .” R e g i s t e r f o r e v e n t s o n l i n e , o r c a l l y o u r f a v o r i t e l i b r a r y .
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Homework HelpMondays – Thursdays (No class Dec. 24-27, 31; Jan. 1-3, 21) 4:30 - 4:45 p.m. Staff will assist you with your homework needs.
Family Fun FridayFridays, Dec. 7, 21; Jan. 4, 18; Feb. 1, 153 - 5 p.m.Spend some extra special time with your family at the library. Join us for an afternoon of fun with a board game, movie and popcorn or a good book.
*Holiday Edible HousesThursday, Dec. 133:30 - 4:30 p.m.In celebration of the holiday season, come and join us as we get out the frosting, gum drops, marshmallows and chocolates to create your own miniature “gingerbread” house. Pre-registration is required.
Gaming @ Bragtown Wednesdays, Dec. 19; Jan. 16; Feb. 203:30 - 4:30 p.m.Play your favorite games (Wii, Game Cube or Xbox 360 Kinect) at the library with your friends.
Science MadnessThursdays, Dec. 20; Jan. 24; Feb. 28 3:30 - 4:15 p.m. Join us for a fun-filled program full of messy, loud and sometimes gross science.
Odds ‘N’ Ends Art with Miss DeniseThursday, Jan. 103:30 - 4:45 p.m.Get creative. Have fun with straws, sequins, beads, buttons and more to create a homemade masterpiece.
Valentine’s Day CraftThursday, Feb. 14 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Come and make a special craft for someone special.
PLC Early Release Fun DayWednesday, Jan. 302 - 4 p.m.Join us for an afternoon of fun with creative art, or challenge your friend in a game of Wii.
Stencil Away!Wednesday, Dec. 53:30 - 4:30 p.m.Try out our smorgasbord of stencil patterns. Meet us in the Children’s Room.
Teen Book ClubThursdays, Dec. 6, 20; Jan. 3, 17, 31; Feb. 14, 286:30 - 7:30 p.m.Join us for a lively discussion of teen titles! Refreshments provided.
Holiday T-shirtsWednesday, Dec. 123:30 - 4:30 p.m.Design your t-shirts for the holiday season! We’ll meet in the Children’s Room.
Teen Creative Writing GroupThursdays, Dec. 13; Jan. 10, 24; Feb. 7, 216:30 - 7:30 p.m.Informal meeting of creative minds! Write your own stories and poems, or collaborate on works already in progress. Refreshments provided.
Game DaysWednesdays, Jan. 2, 9, 30; Feb. 6, 203:30 - 4:30 p.m.Challenge your friends in a variety of Wii or Kinect games.
Hunger Games MovieThursday, Jan. 36 - 8:30 p.m.Watch the Hunger Games movie with our Teen Book Club.
Poems 4 PizzaThursday, Jan. 246:30 - 7:30 p.m.Swap your reading of an original or favorite poem for a slice of yummy pizza! Join in with our Teen Creative Writing Group.
A2Z Financial Planning for CollegeThursday, Jan. 316:30 - 8 p.m.What’s the best way to pay for college? Students and parents will learn about financial aid basics, college costs, financial aid forms, how to apply for different types of aid and eligibility determination.
Valentine’s Day Fun: Book Swap with PizzaWednesday, Feb. 13 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.Bring a book to swap, and eat a piece of pizza!
Black History Month Poetry SlamWednesday, Feb. 273:30 - 4:30 p.m.Bring your favorite poem to read for Black History Month!
* Registration is required.
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Game DayTuesdays (No game day Dec. 25; Jan. 1)3:30 - 5 p.m.Teens, join us for game day. Various games will be available to play, including board games, Wii and Xbox Kinect. Bring your own games rated teen and below.
Craft TimeThursdays, Dec. 6; Jan. 10, 31; Feb. 7, 214 - 5 p.m.Explore, interact and imagine as we create a craft.
Teen Advisory BoardThursdays, Dec. 13; Jan. 24; Feb. 284 - 5 p.m.Are you interested in volunteering? Join other teens as they help plan for future library programs.
Holiday MovieThursday, Dec. 203:30 - 5 p.m.Come and watch A Christmas Carol based on the novel by Charles Dickens.
Let’s Move (Intergenerational)Mondays, Jan. 7; Mar. 47 - 8 p.m.Join Shawnta Wright, Fitness Instructor, as she teaches classes on Zumba and Line Dancing. Have fun exercising, and learn some new dance moves! We will meet in the auditorium.
Drawing Workshop with Richard CloudtWednesdays, Jan. 23; Feb. 20 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.Are you interested in drawing? Would you like to learn some basic tips or maybe just perfect your skills? Come to this workshop, and explore your artistic side!
*Cooking with KaremaWednesday, Jan. 3012:30 - 1:30 p.m. Do you enjoy pizza? Come discover how to prepare a healthy and nutritious pizza with Karema. Your friends and family will rave over your cooking skills after this program, FOR SURE! Pre-registration is required.
Eat this, Not THAT! (Intergenerational)Tuesday, Feb. 26 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.Join us for a discussion on better eating, with Karema McGhee, Holistic Health Practitioner. Have you ever worried about what you may be missing if you don’t eat that super delicious snack? Well, come discover what you would be missing if you don’t eat the RIGHT snack.
Holiday MovieMonday, Dec. 174 - 6 p.m.Relax and get ready for the holidays with a family movie. Popcorn will be provided. Early Dismissal Game DayWednesday, Jan. 302:30 - 6 p.m.Looking for something fun to do after school? Come hang out at the library to play games and have some snacks! Valentine’s Day Pop-up Cards and MagnetsWednesday, Feb. 134:30 - 5:30 p.m.Would you like to make a gift for someone special? Do-it-yourself in this card and magnet making workshop!
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N o r t h R e g i o n a lDIY Holidays series: Recycled Winter Holiday CreationsMonday, Dec. 33 - 4 p.m.Prepare for the winter holidays by making decorations, gifts and cards from recycled and repurposed materials. Digital Literacy Online Series: Make Music OnlineMonday, Dec. 103 - 4 p.m.Boost your digital literacy skills by learning to create and edit music and other audio files using free online programs.
*Adventures with The HobbitThursday, Dec. 133 - 4:30 p.m.Get ready for the release of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey with Tolkien-themed games, activities and snacks. Registration required. Get Creative OnlineMonday, Jan. 7 3 - 4 p.m.Boost your digital literacy skills by learning to create interactive multimedia projects using free online programs. *Madden 13 TournamentMonday, Jan. 142:30 - 4:30 p.m.Connect with your peers, show your skills and get ready for the Superbowl with a Madden Tournament at the library. Registration required.
Recycled Valentine’s Day CreationsMonday, Feb. 112:30 - 3:30 p.m.Get ready to share the love by making Valentine’s Day cards and creations using recycled and repurposed materials.
* Registration is required.
Get Crafty for the HolidaysWednesday, Dec. 53:30 - 4:30 p.m.Make your own nifty and unique cards, wrapping paper and gift tags for the upcoming holiday season.
Festival of Cookie DecoratingWednesday, Dec. 123:30 - 4:30 p.m.Teens, join us for a festive jamboree of cookie decorating!
Game DayWednesday, Jan. 93:30 - 4:30 p.m.Mario Kart Wii, Xbox Kinect, Madden and even old-school board games. Refreshments will be served.
Book Jacket BingoWednesday, Jan. 163:30 - 4:30 p.m.A keen eye for YA books + quick reflexes= book jacket bingo (and the possibility of winning fabulous prizes).
Get Crafty: Make Your Own Safety Pin BraceletWednesday, Jan. 233:30 - 4:30 p.m.Use safety pins and beads to make these fun and funky bracelets.
Love Your Library Scavenger HuntWednesday, Jan. 303:30 - 4:30 p.m.Find the clues, solves the puzzles and win cool library prizes!
Make Your Own Mardi Gras Mask!Wednesday, Feb. 63:30 - 4:30 p.m.Celebrate Mardi Gras by creating your very own mask. Feathers, jewels, flowers – let your imagination be your guide!
Happy UN-Valentine’s Day PartyWednesday, Feb. 133:30 - 4:30 p.m.Not a big fan of Valentine’s Day? Join us for mopey music, break-up books and broken chocolate hearts. Make Your Own Adinkra Cloth!Wednesday, Feb. 203:30 - 4:30 p.m.Celebrate Black History Month and learn about the traditional West African craft of Adinkra cloth making. Book-to-Movie Matinee: Howl’s Moving CastleWednesday, Feb. 273 - 5 p.m.Based on Diana Wynne Jone’s classic tale.
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F o r a c o m p l e t e l i s t i n g o f e v e n t s , v i s i t d u r h a m c o u n t y l i b r a r y . o r g a n d c l i c k “ C a l e n d a r .” R e g i s t e r f o r e v e n t s o n l i n e , o r c a l l y o u r f a v o r i t e l i b r a r y .
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Children’s Programs
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Game DayMondays (No game day Dec. 24, 31; Jan. 21; Feb. 11)3:30 - 5 p.m.Relax with video games and board games after a long day at school. Open to students ages 10-17.
*Jewelry Making for TeensWednesday, Dec. 54 - 5 p.m.Make some cheap and cute holiday gifts for your friends and family. Registration required.
Book to Movie GroupWednesdays, Dec. 19; Jan. 16; Feb. 203:30 - 5:30 p.m.I Am Number 4 – Dec. 19It’s Kind of a Funny Story – Jan. 16I Am Legend – Feb. 20See a film, and decide how it compares to the book that inspired it.
Financial Aid and ScholarshipsThursday, Jan. 246:30-8 p.m.What’s the best way to pay for college? Student and parents will learn about financial aid basics, college costs, financial aid forms, how to apply for different types of aid and eligibility determination.
Author Visit with Nathan KoteckiTuesday, Feb. 57 - 8:30 p.m.Meet the author of the new urban fantasy series, The Suburban Strange.
*Write On! Tuesdays, Jan. 29 through Mar. 57 - 8:30 p.m. Writing coaches from UNC offer writing support in a casual atmosphere where teens can explore ideas and make their own choices. Open to students in grades 7-12. Registration required.
Anti-Valentine’s Day BashMonday, Feb. 114 - 5 p.m.Lovey dovey couples making you sick? Take back Valentine’s Day with chocolate and duct tape roses.
Anime ClubWednesdays, Dec. 5; Jan. 2; Feb. 64 - 5 p.m.Do you enjoy anime? Manga? Graphic novels? If so, join us to talk about your favorites and watch some anime.
*DIY Valentine’s Day Cards and MagnetsTuesday, Jan. 124 - 5 p.m.Make your own special cards and magnets in this fun Valentine’s Day themed workshop. Registration required.
Game DayTuesday, Jan. 294 - 5 p.m.Need a break after school? Join us, and let the games begin! Snacks will be provided.
* Registration is required.
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