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Life After High School Series How to Find the Right Colleges for You Sunday, Nov. 3 2 – 3 p.m. Teen Central, Central Library This seminar will teach you how to be a savvy college shopper. We’ll share ways to recognize what types of colleges might be good fits, discuss how to evaluate the many factors that need to be considered like size, location and majors, and share some of the college insights we’ve learned from our former Collegewise kids who are now flourishing at their chosen colleges. We’ll even discuss how to visit colleges, a college planning ritual that sounds easy, but can sometimes be as stressful as full contact karate. Students who attend this seminar are usually able to better identify and describe what they’re looking for in colleges, which helps your counselor make the most appropriate college suggestions. Getting Financially Ready for College Wednesday, Nov. 6 4 - 5 p.m. Clemmons Branch Library Have questions about money? Not sure if you're financially ready for college? Join us at the Clemmons Branch Library and learn all about being financially fit in this workshop led by Amanda Joyce, a bank manager from Wells Fargo. How to Choose the Right College for You Saturday, Nov. 9 Noon- 1 p.m. Clemmons Branch Library Having trouble deciding on which colleges to apply to? Join us at the Clemmons Branch Library as Jenny from Collegewise helps us figure out how to find the right college for you. SAT/ACT Prep Monday, Nov.25 6-7 p.m. Lewisville Branch Library Learn what you need to know about taking the ACT/SAT. Free and no registration required. Program by Collegewise.
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| The Beautiful by Renée AhdiehWhat it’s about: Fleeing a painful past in Paris, French Asian seamstress Celine arrives in 1872 New Orleans, where she finds herself falling for uncanny underworld leader Sébastien even as she’s stalked by a bloodthirsty serial killer.
Read it for: smoldering paranormal romance and chilling mystery set against a lush and detail-rich backdrop.
Series alert: This vampire fantasy is the 1st in a new series from popular author Renée Ahdieh. |
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| Slay by Brittney MorrisWhat it’s about: No one knows that honors student Kiera is the developer behind SLAY, an online role-playing game she created as a refuge for black gamers like herself. Her anonymity is threatened, however, when the murder of a SLAY player puts the game under fire from the media, and Kiera has to defend the world she’s created.
Why you might like it: Alongside immersive gaming scenes, this own voices debut features an authentic take on the diversity of black experiences. |
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| Who Put This Song On? by Morgan ParkerStarring: music-obsessed, “super-emo” Morgan, who’s dealing with depression and feeling stuck at a small-town religious school where she’s one of only a few black students.
What happens: With the help of new friends, Morgan tries to block out the noisy opinions of others and figure out who she is and what she wants.
About the author: This is the first YA book from poet Morgan Parker, inspired by her own teen years and diaries. |
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| Thirteen Doorways, Wolves Behind Them All by Laura RubyFeaturing: fourteen-year-old Frankie, abandoned by her father in a Chicago orphanage during the lead-up to World War II; and Pearl, the ghost who watches over her.
What happens: While Pearl tries to reconcile her own tragic life and death, she watches Frankie grapple with poverty, family instability, falling in love, and the search for meaning in a harsh world.
Who it’s for: Fans of author Laura Ruby’s Bone Gap will enjoy this similarly subtle, strange, and thought-provoking story. |
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| Mooncakes by Suzanne Walker; illustrated by Wendy XuWhat it’s about: Apprentice witch Nova joins forces with Tam, her long-lost werewolf friend (and crush) to defend her small New England hometown from a demonic threat.
Why you might like it: With a sweet romance and a cozy autumn color palette, this graphic novel is a whimsical, enchanting read.
You might also like: Grace Ellis and Shae Beagle’s Moonstruck, another charming fantasy romance featuring a lovable werewolf. |
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| Kill the Farm Boy by Delilah S. Dawson and Kevin HearneWhat it is: a quirky comedic fantasy adventure that riffs on classic genre tropes (think The Princess Bride).
Featuring: a farm boy (briefly), a talking goat, a seven-foot-tall warrior in a chainmail bikini, an enchanted rabbit bard, an alektorophobic assassin, a sand witch, and a dark lord.
Who it’s for: This series opener (written for adults) is sure to grab readers who love Terry Pratchett or Diana Wynne Jones. |
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| My Lady Jane by Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi MeadowsWhat it is: the tragic tale of England’s Lady Jane Grey, reimagined as a historical fantasy packed with intrigue, crackling banter, and animal shapeshifters.
Featuring: teenage King Edward VI, who’s weary of pesky usurpers; bookish Jane, who'll inherit the throne; and Gifford, Jane’s new husband, who's sometimes a horse.
Try this next: My Plain Jane, by the same trio of authors, offers an equally irreverent spin on Jane Eyre. |
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| Newt's Emerald by Garth NixThe crime: No sooner has 18-year-old Lady Truthful Newington inherited the Newington Emerald than the magical gem is stolen from her.
The investigation: Disguised as a man (complete with enchanted mustache), Truthful travels to London, where her search for the precious family heirloom leads to danger, sorcery, and maybe even love.
Read it for: Jane Austen-style wit mixed with lighthearted fantasy. |
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| An Enchantment of Ravens by Margaret RogersonWhat it's about: At first, fairy prince Rook is outraged by human artist Isobel's too-insightful portrait of him. Yet when the two are forced to become allies, hostility gives way to forbidden love.
What’s inside: a bold heroine, breathtaking romantic tension, thrilling action, and unexpected twists.
Why you might like it: Flashes of humor (such as Isobel’s kid sisters, who were transformed from literal goats) lighten this lush, gripping tale. |
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| The Epic Crush of Genie Lo by F.C. YeeWhat it's about: Genie is shocked to learn that Quentin, the new Chinese guy at school, isn’t just annoying and weirdly attractive -- he's also the not-so-mythical Monkey King, and Genie’s destined to help him send a horde of demons back to hell.
Why you might like it: You'll be pulling for snarky perfectionist Genie as she tries to balance academics with demon-fighting in this wildly entertaining fantasy.
Don't miss: the sequel, The Iron Will of Genie Lo, out in January 2020. |
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Día de los Muertos Crafts
Friday, November 1,
4:30 p.m.
Lewisville Branch
Celebrate Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) by making marshmallow sugar skull pops and making other crafts unique to this celebration. Recommended for ages 12-18.
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Saturday Movie Matinee: Aladdin
Saturday, November 2,
2:30 p.m.
Teen Central, Central Library
A street rat pursues the princess of Agrabah with the help of a powerful genie who can grant him three wishes. His primary opponent is a malevolent sorcerer who serves as the city's grand vizier and the chief advisor to the Sultan. PG. Program waiver is required. Stop by Teen Central to pick up a waiver.
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Chess Club
Monday, November 4,
4 p.m.
Clemmons Branch
Come join us at the Clemmons Library to play the game of kings. Chess sets will be provided so bring your moves and join either our casual free play tables or our competition table. Open to beginners and players with all levels of expertise.
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Teen Book Club
Monday, November 4,
4 p.m.
Paddison Memorial Branch
Open discussion book club for grades 6 to 12. Discuss any book you’ve been reading and hear book discussions from other teens. For more information, call 336-703-2930.
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Art Club: Canvas and Cookies Painting Party
Monday, November 4,
4:30 p.m.
Teen Central, Central Library
Teens bring your friends and join us for an afternoon of painting and cookies. You can paint an original work of art, or we will have transfer paper ready to recreate a favorite masterpiece. We will provide canvas, paint, brushes and treats. A program waiver will be needed to enjoy the refreshments.
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Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Monday, November 4,
5 p.m.
Lewisville Branch
Lewisville Branch Library's Teen Advisory Board is made up of Lewisville Branch Library's teen volunteers (Ages 12-18). We meet on the first Monday of the month (during the school year) to discuss ways to improve the Lewisville Branch Library. The Teen Advisory Board helps to plan programs, create displays, and suggests resources that the library should purchase. Call 336-703-2940 for more information on volunteering at the Lewisville Branch Library.
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Tween and Teen Advisory Board Interest Meeting
Tuesday, November 5,
4 p.m.
Clemmons Branch
Want to have a say in your library? Join us at the Clemmons Branch Library at 4 p.m. on the first Tuesday of the month if you're interested in joining a Tween/Teen Advisory Board. Snacks will be provided. Must have signed waiver to participate in snacks.
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Whose Game is it Anyway?
Wednesday, November 6,
4:30 p.m.
Teen Central, Central Library
Want to play a game? We are mixing up "Who's Line is it Anyway?", "Jeopardy", "Minute To Win It", "Pictionary", "Family Feud", "Monopoly", and "The Price Is Right" for an hour of crazy fun.
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Teen Writers Group
Thursday, November 7,
4 p.m.
Paddison Memorial Branch
Join other teen writers as you share story ideas, give and receive feedback, and learn more about the publishing process. Open to writers with any experience level between the ages of 12 and 18. For more information, call 336-703-2930.
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Service Saturday
Saturday, November 9,
11 a.m.
Clemmons Branch
Need to earn service hours? Join us at the Clemmons Branch Library for our Service Saturdays. Complete a service project for the community and earn an hour of service time for school. November is about thanking our local heroes. Join us in making cards and writing letters to thank our local police and sheriffs, firefighters, EMS, and first responders. The letters and drawings will be distributed to our local agencies in time for Thanksgiving.
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Suminagashi: The Art of Japanese Paper Marbling
Tuesday, November 12,
4:30 p.m.
Teen Central, Central Library
Suminagashi (sue-me-NAH-gah-she), which means literally "ink-floating," is the ancient Japanese technique of marbling paper with inks. It originating in China over 2,000 years ago and practiced in Japan by Shinto priests as early as the 12th century. Japanese Sumi-e inks were originally used, dropped carefully to float on a still water surface and then blown across to form delicate swirls, after which the ink was picked up by laying a sheet of white rice paper atop the ink covered water. Come learn how to make these one-of-a-kind monoprints that are surprisingly beautiful and easy to create.
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Teen Chef: The Sweet Potato
Wednesday, November 13,
4:30 p.m.
Teen Central, Central Library
This month we'll delve into this simple vegetable with two different dishes, a loaded sweet potato press and sweet potato pie in a mug. Teens will need to register and have their parent/guardian sign a waiver for participation.
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Teen Anime Club
Friday, November 15,
4:30 p.m.
Lewisville Branch
Recommended for ages 12-18 Registration required to participate in any food related activities. The Teen Anime Club meets to watch anime, draw manga, and to do special activities related to Japanese culture throughout the year.
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Video Game "Demo"-lition
Monday, November 18,
4:30 p.m.
Teen Central, Central Library
Coming this MONDAY, Monday, monday, monday! We've loaded up all three video gaming systems (Xbox One, Playstation 4, and Nintendo Switch) with demos of up-coming games, and we want you to test them out and give us your feedback. What new games do you want to see come to Teen Central?
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STEAM for Tweens: LEGO Wind Racers
Tuesday, November 19,
4 p.m.
Paddison Memorial Branch
Join us for crafts, technology, science experiments, and more in our monthly STEAM program for teens. This month we will make LEGO wind racers. For more information, call 336-703-2930. For grades 6-12.
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Gaming Club
Monday, November 25,
4:30 p.m.
Teen Central, Central Library
In part two of the workshop, they will not only keep working on their games, but they would get to pitch their idea to get positive, constructive feedback to use and build upon. No registration is required. We’ll also show off the new video games voted on by the teens!
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Drop-in Crafts: Plastic Lacing Lanyards
Tuesday, November 26,
4:30 p.m.
Teen Central, Central Library
Plastic lacing crafts have been around for a long time, with names as colorful as their plastic pieces. One or two (or four, or eight) strands of flexible lacing can be twisted, braided, and tied into jewelry, keychains, zipper pulls and more. Drop into Teen Central to learn the basics of this relaxing craft and take home a kit of your own.
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Wednesday Night Film Screenings: Shazam!
Wednesday, November 27,
3:30 p.m.
Teen Central, Central Library
We all have a superhero inside us, it just takes a bit of magic to bring it out. In Billy Batson’s case, by shouting out one word—SHAZAM!—this streetwise 14-year-old foster kid can turn into the adult Super Hero Shazam, courtesy of an ancient wizard. Still a kid at heart—inside a ripped, godlike body—Shazam revels in this adult version of himself by doing what any teen would do with superpowers: have fun with them! Can he fly? Does he have X-ray vision? Can he shoot lightning out of his hands? Can he skip his social studies test? Shazam sets out to test the limits of his abilities with the joyful recklessness of a child. But he’ll need to master these powers quickly in order to fight the deadly forces of evil controlled by Dr. Thaddeus Sivana. PG 13. Program waiver is required. Stop by Teen Central to pick up a waiver.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 14 and up!
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