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St Louis County Library is sponsoring Teen Read Week October 18-29. To celebrate, the library is planning some exciting and fun things that teens in St Louis Mo will really enjoy. Based on the library’s theme "Read Beyond Reality", the St Louis branches are hosting movies and events just for teenagers ages 12-19.
The fun includes the movies "Inkheart", "Transformers II", "Coraline" and "Twilight", Twilight Trivia night, learning to make your own video, Pizza book swap, Anime eyes and a Halloween blast. The library is also sponsoring a writing contest, with a $20.00 prize.
Teen Zone has a great list of Teen books to read, a Homework Help spot and a list of Links with the information teenagers in St Louis Mo are looking for.
Friday, October 23, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Teen Read Week Lock-in: Create a Fantasy Creature or Costume
Knights, dragons, fairies, and trolls, they’re all part of the world of fantasy. Celebrate this alternate reality by creating your own fantasy creature or costume. Draw, staple, glue, stitch, construct! We’ll supply scraps of fabric, glitter, sequins, paper, markers, and other embellishments for you to decorate your work. Feel free to bring any sort of clothing or supplies from home as well. The best three creations receive fantastic prizes! Ages 12-18. Registration required.
Wednesday, October 21, 6:30 p.m.
Out of This World Star Party
Join the St. Louis Astronomical Society for a brief tour of the universe with the unaided eye, binoculars, and telescope. Weather permitting, we will go outdoors for a telescopic observing session. Registration required. Ages 12-18.
Thursday, October 22, 6:00 p.m.
Teen Movie After Hours: "Inkheart"
Come to the Library after hours, bring your pillow, blanket and friends, and watch the movie "Inkheart," starring Brendan Fraser, Sienna Guillory, Eliza Bennett, and Paul Bettany.Popcorn and snacks will be provided. When Mo Folchart reads a story, the characters leap off the page. Literally. And that's a problem. Mo and his daughter Meggie plunge into a thrilling quest that pits them against diabolical villains, fantastic beasts and dangers at every turn." Running time: 106 min. MPAA Rating: PG. Recommended for ages 12 – 17. Registration required.
Grand Glaize
Friday, October 23, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
Teen Scratch Program
Learn how to make your own video game or greeting cards with the Scratch program. We will supply you with a USB drive that you get to keep so you can continue with creating the game you started during the program. Space is limited, so sign up today! Ages 12 – 18. Meeting room 1. Registration required.
Friday, October 23, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.
"Twilight" Trivia Night
Test your knowledge on everything "Twilight." Halloween snacks provided. Registration required.
Wednesday, October 21, 6:00 p.m.
"Twilight" T-Shirt Craft and Movie Screening
Don’t be afraid to let your loyalties show! Create a Team Edward or Team Jacob t-shirt and check out the first "Twilight" movie while it dries. Register by October 14 to guarantee a t-shirt. Registration is limited to 25; call early! Recommended for teens. Auditorium.
In honor of Teen Read Week, teens ages 12-18 can enter the "What Will the World Be Like in 2110" essay contest. Write your version of life in 2110 in 50 words or less. The winner will receive a $20.00 gift certificate from Target. Entry forms are available at the circulation desk. Contest lasts throughout the month of October.
Thursday, October 22, 7:00 p.m.
Teen Read Week Jeopardy: Science Fiction Edition
Think you know the ins and outs of Harry Potter, Dragon Quest, Twilight, Star Wars, Star Trek, Dragon Ball Z, Initial D, Ranma ½, and Pendragon (just to name a few!)? Win prizes and see if you are an expert in the world of Science Fiction trivia. Ages 12-18. Registration required.
Saturday, October 24, 2:00 p.m.
Teen Read Week Movie: "Transformers II"
Sit back and enjoy "Transformers II" and participate in a raffle to win some of the nominated books from the 2009 Teen Top Books. Refreshments will be served. Ages 12-18. Registration required.
Wednesday, October 21, 4:30 p.m.
Fashion DNA
What you wear and how you present yourself says a lot about you. Come join us at this program where our special guest will give you the tips and tools to make the most of your look. If you’re new to the world of fashion, make-up and clothes then this program will be perfect to help you learn what’s appropriate and yet still fun. Recommended for ages 11-16. Registration required.
Thursday, October 22, 7:00 p.m.
Teen Book Swap Pizza Party
Do you have a favorite book that you would like to share? Join us for our first ever Book Swap Pizza Party. We will provide pizza and drinks, so come hungry. Ages 12-18. Registration required.
Wednesday, October 21, 6:30 p.m.
Teen Anime Night
Come join us for this special Anime Night during Teen Read Week. Enjoy pizza and snacks while we watch "InuYasha The Movie: Affections Touching Across Time" on the big screen. Registration required. Auditorium.
Tuesday, October 27, 7:00 p.m.
Anime Eyes Makeup Workshop
Just in time for Teen Read Week and Halloween, learn how to apply eye makeup to look like your favorite anime characters. We will view a short video demonstration and some picture examples, then we will have plenty of time to practice! We will provide some face paint and eyeliner but feel free to bring your own makeup. Snacks will be provided. Space is limited. Registration required. Auditorium.
Friday, October 23, 7:00 – 8:45 p.m.
Teen Afterhours: Movie Night
Celebrate Teen Read Week’s Read Beyond Reality by watching the movie "Coraline." Coraline is a curious girl who unlocks a mysterious door in her family's new home and enters into an adventure in a parallel reality. On the surface, this "Other World" eerily mimics her own life - though it is much more fantastical. While encountering different versions of her own life ultimately, Coraline must rely on her resourcefulness, determination and bravery to get back home. Refreshments will be provided. Ages 11-18. Registration required.
Thursday, October 22, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Tesson Ferry Teen Spooktacular!
Celebrate Halloween & Teen Read Week with the Tesson Ferry TAG. Fun times will abound as you sing, dance and mingle with friends. Create a costume that is "Beyond Reality"and have the chance to win one of our fabulous prizes. Refreshments provided. Recommended for ages 12-18. Auditorium. Registration required.
Wednesday, October 21, 3:30 – 5:00 p.m.
Create Your Own Comic Book Character
Celebrate Teen Read Week: Read Beyond Your Reality by creating your own comic book character and origin story. Join other teens in the Thornhill Branch computer lab to create comic book characters using Hero Machine. All of the comics will be put into a book for display. Space is limited to 15 openings. Ages 12-18. Registration required.
Thursday, October 22, 3:00 p.m.
"Coraline" Movie Night…in 3D!
Coraline is a curious young girl who unlocks a mysterious door in her family's new home and enters into an adventure in a parallel reality. On the surface, this "Other World" eerily mimics her own life - though it is much more fantastical. Ultimately, Coraline must rely on her resourcefulness, determination and bravery to get back home. We’ll be showing the 3D version of the movie, 3D glasses will be provided. Running time: 100 min. MPAA rating: PG. Light refreshments served. Auditorium. All ages. Registration required.
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