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"I try not to change, but I keep changing, in all these tiny ways…And every freaking time, I have to reintroduce myself to the universe all over again." ~ from Becky Albertalli's Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda
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| Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda by Becky AlbertalliFiction. Even though they've only communicated through email, 10th-grader Simon is falling fast for "Blue," an anonymous guy who understands Simon's wry humor, love of Oreos, and reluctance to come out at their suburban high school. When Martin, another classmate, discovers the emails, he blackmails Simon into helping him get closer to the new girl, Abby. Soon, drama is spreading throughout Simon's social circle, and Simon is scrambling to protect his friendships and his secret romance, all while trying to figure out Blue's identity. Diverse characters, witty dialogue, and pop culture references make this irreverent, upbeat story a good choice for fans of David Levithan and John Green's Will Grayson, Will Grayson. |
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| Undertow by Michael BuckleyUrban Fantasy. Coney Island teen Lyric Walker is just as shocked as everyone else by the arrival of the Alpha, a beautiful yet brutal race of undersea warriors. But for Lyric, the shocks keep on coming when she discovers that her own family isn't entirely human. As violent intolerance erupts between the humans and the Alphas, Lyric's secret becomes increasingly difficult to hide -- especially after she finds herself powerfully attracted to Fathom, the proud, fierce Alpha prince. Blending supernatural romance, pointed social commentary, and high-stakes action, this series opener introduces a "race-against-the-clock world that's waiting to implode" (Kirkus Reviews). |
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| Endangered by Lamar GilesSuspense. Lauren "Panda" Daniels doesn't attract much attention at school; it's her anonymous photoblog that's popular. As "Gray Scales," Panda photographs and publishes the scandalous secrets of the school's worst bullies. After she's caught in the act by someone who claims to be an admirer, Panda is drawn into a risky game of photographic dares. But when the subject of her latest post is murdered, Panda knows it's time to stop playing and find the killer, no matter what the consequences. Readers who enjoy this unpredictable, morally complex thriller about a vigilante blogger might also like Todd Strasser's Wish You Were Dead. |
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| The Truth Commission by Susan JubyFiction. To complete a "creative nonfiction" project for their Vancouver Island art school, Normandy Pale and her friends form the Truth Commission: each week, they ask students or faculty members to reveal the facts behind a piece of gossip. The results are both enlightening and unsettling, and Normandy realizes that there are times when she'd rather not know the truth -- especially if it involves her sister Keira, who's suddenly back from college and just as hostile as ever. "Hilarious, deliciously provocative and slyly thought-provoking" (Kirkus Reviews), The Truth Commission will remind readers that honesty is rarely as simple as it seems. |
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| All the Rage by Courtney SummersFiction. Labeled a liar, abandoned by her only friend, and bullied by her classmates, Romy Grey can barely contain her anger. All she did was tell the truth about being raped by Kellan, the popular son of the town sheriff, but no one believes her word against his. Then another local girl with ties to Kellan vanishes, and Romy has to decide which is more painful: dealing with the backlash of speaking out again, or living with the cost of her silence. For another intense, unflinching look at the devastating consequences of victim-blaming, pick up Kristin Halbrook's Every Last Promise. |
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| Every Other Day by Jennifer Lynn BarnesParanormal Suspense. Every other day, Kali D'Angelo is a normal 16-year-old girl. But on the alternating days, she becomes something else entirely: a super-powered being with an overwhelming urge to track and kill hellhounds, dragons, zombies, and other monsters. When, on one of her normal days, Kali recognizes a demon mark on a popular cheerleader at school, she saves the girl by transferring the mark to herself...which gains her a sort of internal hitchhiker. Full of action, gore, suspense, and very dark secrets, this twisty blend of science fiction, urban fantasy, and horror is a genuine page-turner with a kick-butt heroine. |
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| Dangerous by Shannon HaleScience Fiction. Maisie Danger Brown is hardly the stereotypical superhero type: she's a frighteningly smart, homeschooled, half-Paraguayan science nerd who was born without a right hand. She longs to become an astronaut, so she's beyond thrilled to win a spot at space camp, where she and her team get to ride the cutting-edge space elevator. The trip, however, exposes Maisie and her friends to alien nanotechnology, giving them astonishing superpowers that they don't understand and might not be able to control. With fast pacing, nonstop action, and plenty of romantic tension, Dangerous is a great pick for readers of superhero comics as well as for Shannon Hale's devoted fans. |
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| The Twelve-Fingered Boy by John Hornor JacobsParanormal Fiction. Life in a juvenile detention center isn't particularly exciting for 15-year-old Shreve Cannon -- until a twelve-fingered boy named Jack Graves becomes his cellmate. Jack's telekinetic abilities, which include hurling people across rooms, draw the attention of the mysterious mind-reader Mr. Quincrux. When Shreve begins manifesting supernatural abilities too, the two boys break out of juvie and go on the lam, desperately hoping to stay one step ahead of detection. Fans of the X-Men should definitely check out this 1st suspenseful entry in the Twelve-Fingered Boy trilogy, which continues in The Shibboleth and The Conformity. |
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| Steelheart by Brandon SandersonAdventure. Ever since the Calamity gave them superpowers, the evil Epics have been using their abilities to oppress regular humans. Eighteen-year-old human David has been waiting ten years to avenge his father's murder by killing Steelheart, the most dangerous Epic. All he needs is to find the elusive Reckoners, a band of human rebels who dare to stand up to the Epics. If you love science fiction or comic books, this "ultraviolent yet playful" (Publishers Weekly) read will grab your attention and keep you riveted. For further cool tech, crazy plot twists, and relentless, high-adrenaline action, don't miss Firefight, the next book in the Reckoners trilogy. |
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| Blackout by Robison WellsScience Fiction. The U.S. Army wasn't invited to Jack and Aubrey's homecoming dance, but they show up anyway. They're rounding up students who've been infected with a strange new virus that gives them superhuman abilities -- abilities like Jack's mind-reading, or Aubrey's invisibility. Since the frightening attacks sweeping the nation are being carried out by super-powered young terrorists infected with the very same virus, the military needs an equally super-powered counter-terrorism team. But with all the teens quarantined together, it's hard to tell who's trustworthy and who's not. Want even more edge-of-your-seat action and paranormal paranoia? Try The Darkest Minds by Alexandra Bracken. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books!
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Events for Teens - Arts & Crafts
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After School Zone - Arts & Crafts
Tuesdays,
3:00 pm
Pleasantville Neighborhood Library
Come out to Pleasantville and enjoy a day of arts and crafts. Fly kites, paint, sculpt, make bracelets, etc.
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Arts & Crafts / Manualidades
Wednesday, June 3,
3:00 pm
Flores Neighborhood Library
Children will be able to make crafts that they can take home. Join the fun! Supplies may be limited. Large groups please make reservations. Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
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Awesome Crafts
Wednesdays,
4:00 pm
Carnegie Neighborhood Library & Center for Learning
Special craft activities. Supplies may be limited. Large groups please contact the library at 832-393-1720
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Crafts (After School Zone)
Wednesdays,
4:00 pm
Stanaker Neighborhood Library
Children will be able to make crafts that they can take home. Join the fun! Supplies may be limited. Large groups please make reservations with your local library. Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
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DIY or Die
Tuesday, June 2,
1:00 pm
Central Library
Do-it-yourself or die trying! Make what you love, share what you know, or learn something new. Each program will feature a different craft or DIY project to make and take.
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Media Madness!!!!
Tuesday, June 2 & Wednesday, June 3,
3:00 pm
Central Library
Make and share your own audio, video, visual, and physical media projects while learning to use editing and design software.
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Origami
Saturday, June 6,
1:00 pm
Looscan Neighborhood Library
Explore the Japanese art of paper folding.
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Pop Shop Houston: Handmade Puppets
Wednesday, June 3,
10:30 am
Moody Neighborhood Library
Learn to make things with your hands that you will love for a lifetime. Its super fun and easier than you think.
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Teen Craftomatics
Tuesdays,
4:30 pm
Kendall Neighborhood Library
Join us for the Kendall Teen Craftomatics! This Teen program will meet to work on crafts. Supplies are limited. Ages 10 & up. 3rd floor Conference Room.
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Yarn People
Mondays,
12:00 pm
Central Library
No meeting on June 15th. Knitting and crocheting. Bring your own needles, crochet hooks, patterns, and yarn. Bag lunches are okay.
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Events for Teens - Clubs & Hangouts
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After School Zone (ASZ)
Monday, June 1,
4:00 pm
McGovern-Stella Link Neighborhood Library
Join our After School Zone to play games on the XBox 360, test your skills with a variety of board games and puzzles, or do your homework on a laptop. Crafts and other programs are available on certain days, while you wait your turn for gaming and laptop use. Stop by and check it out. Ages 10-18.
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Comic Club
Mondays,
4:00 pm
Stanaker Neighborhood Library
Comic Club is a weekly event where comic book fanatics join together to discuss their favorite characters and comic books.
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Dark Futures Book Club
Thursday, June 11,
1:00 pm
Central Library
Are you hungry for more books like The Hunger Games? Did the Giver give you chills? You'll love this book club! For fans of The Hunger Games, Divergent, the Maze Runner, and other dark sci-fi and dystopian fiction. For the first meeting, come meet with other book lovers and help pick titles that the group will read in the coming months. Bring your favorite dystopian book to share with the group.
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Kendall Teen Book Club: Story Weavers
Wednesday, June 10,
4:30 pm
Kendall Neighborhood Library
Join us for the Kendall Teen Book Club- Story Weavers! This Teen book club will meet to discuss YA books from our monthly selection, and work on fiber based crafts. Ages 10 & up. 3rd floor Conference Room.
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Manga/Anime Club
Saturday, June 6,
2:30 pm
Bracewell Neighborhood Library
A monthly meeting for manga/anime fangirls and their friends. Join us as we discuss our favorite manga series, share artwork and information about upcoming anime events and view a sampling of anime series and movies. For ages 10-14.
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The SPOT - After School Retreat
Tuesdays-Fridays,
2:00 pm
Carnegie Neighborhood Library & Center for Learning
Enjoy some time after school in The SPOT! Socialize with your peers and bring your snacks. For your choice: computers, big screen movies, computer games (PS3, Wii), board games, magazines and more!
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Events for Teens - Gaming & Technology
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After School Zone - Game Day
Mondays & Thursdays,
3:00 pm
Pleasantville Neighborhood Library
Come to Pleasantville and enjoy the games of PS3, Wii, Wii U, and iPad. All games are rated T for Teen or younger.
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Board Games
Wednesday, June 10,
2:00 pm
Flores Neighborhood Library
Come and enjoy Board Games and Compete with other kids your age.
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Board Games & Musical Keyboarding (ASZ)
Thursdays,
4:00 pm
Stanaker Neighborhood Library
Students can put down the pencils and papers and pick up pieces to board games as they engage and interact with each other. In addition to board games, students also can play the Yamaha keyboard freely. Children and teens can have fun competitively and explore their musical creativity.
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Build It Up LEGOS
Friday, June 12,
2:00 pm
Carnegie Neighborhood Library & Center for Learning
Learn all about robots- for preteens and teens. The time has arrived to expand your creativity to the edge of "innovation." This course will revolutionize the way you think. Through this class we create abnormal contraptions with the help of Legos and teamwork. This is a "never ending venture" to break the limits of imagination in robotic designs. So come and join in on the excitement and learning experience.
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Chess (K)night
Mondays,
5:30 pm
Central Library
Are you a chess master? Interested in learning? Come play chess with friends, or challenge a librarian! All levels are welcome.
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Gaming Wednesday, 4:00 pm Walter Neighborhood Library Thursdays, 4:00 pm McCrane-Kashmere Gardens Neighborhood Library
Come and test your skills with the Wii U and the Playstation 3.
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LEGOs Fridays, 2:00 pm Flores Neighborhood Library Fridays, 2:00 pm HPL Express Southwest
Do you like to build? Come and explore your imagination. Show us your creations.
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Minecrafts
Thursday, June 4,
2:00 pm
Walter Neighborhood Library
Minecraft is a game where you dig (mine) and build (craft) different kinds of 3D blocks within a large world of varying terrains and habitats to explore.
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Wii Gaming Thursdays, 2:00 pm Bracewell Neighborhood Library Fridays, 2:00 pm Flores Neighborhood Library Wednesday, June 3 & Wednesday, June 17, 3:30 pm Flores Neighborhood Library Saturday, June 6, 3:00 pm Stanaker Neighborhood Library
Play games on the Nintendo Wii battling in mini-games, trivia challenges and skills competitions. Stop by and check it out. Up to 4 players at a time. Children age 7 and under may attend if accompanied by parent or adult caregiver.
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Events for Teens - Movies
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After School Zone - Movie Time
Wednesdays,
3:00 pm
Pleasantville Neighborhood Library
It's Movie Day at Pleasantville! Every Wednesday kids and families can come out and enjoy a family-friendly film.
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Afternoon Teen Movies (After School Zone)
Tuesday, June 2,
5:00 pm
Stanaker Neighborhood Library
Take a homework break this afternoon. Enjoy fun family (PG) movies with your friends. For young adults 11 to 18 years old. Younger patrons may watch only with parental consent.
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Monday Movie Madness
Mondays,
1:00 pm
Carnegie Neighborhood Library & Center for Learning
Relax with a movie on a Monday afternoon.
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Moody Movie Mania
Tuesdays,
3:00 pm
Moody Neighborhood Library
Families are invited to enjoy all the new releases on family movie night here in the Moody Library.
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Movie Premiere Party
Friday, June 12,
3:00 pm
Central Library
Get ready to go see Jurassic World by watching the original, Jurassic Park.
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Movie Time Friday, June 5, 2:00 pm Bracewell Neighborhood Library Fridays, 3:00 pm Walter Neighborhood Library
Invite your family and friends to beat the summer heat by going to the movies at Bracewell Neighborhood Library. Movies rated G and PG.Light refreshments.
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Spiderman Movie Madness
Thursdays,
4:00 pm
Carnegie Neighborhood Library & Center for Learning
Movie for kids and teens.
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Throwback Thursday Movies
Thursdays,
5:30 pm
Central Library
Get old school cool with the blockbusters of yesteryear! This week: Mean Girls (PG-13) 2004Cady Heron (Lindsay Lohan) is a hit with The Plastics, the A-list girl clique at her new school, until she makes the mistake of falling for Aaron Samuels (Jonathon Bennett), the ex-boyfriend of alpha Plastic Regina George (Rachel McAdams).
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Weekend Movie
Saturday, June 6,
2:00 pm
Stanaker Neighborhood Library
Enjoy the weekend with fun family (PG) movies with your friends. For young adults 11 to 18 years old. Younger patrons may watch only with parental consent.
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Young Adult Book Club
Monday, June 8,
5:30 pm
Collier Neighborhood Library
Finally a book club for the young adult! We will meet once a month every month for the entire year. Meetings will take place in our Conference Room and light snacks will be served. Each meeting will consist of a discussion and review of the book as well as a vote on our next book.
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Events for Teens - Summer Reading Program
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Amandla Productions: Dance Africa
Monday, June 8,
12:15 pm
Morris Frank Library an HPL Express Location
This program presents dances from Samba to Lamba, from Africa to the Caribbean.
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Dream It. Build It.
Wednesdays,
2:30 pm
Bracewell Neighborhood Library
Come use your skill and imagination as we construct buildings, bridges, castles and more! Various building toys, blocks and connectors including LEGOs. Immediately following Music and Movement. Limit 30 children. All children 7 and under must be accompanied and supervised by parent or adult caregiver.
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Houston Museum of Natural Science - Discovery Dome
Tuesday, June 9,
2:00 pm
Bracewell Neighborhood Library
Experience new worlds without leaving Earth! Full-Dome Films take audiences on incredible adventures! Whether its soaring through the galaxy or driving monster trucks on the moon, the Discovery Dome takes audiences on a journey not possible anywhere else. Our portable inflatable dome theater brings stars, planets, dinosaurs, volcanoes, tornadoes, DNA and much more! A 3 hour event consisting of 6 programs. First come, first serve!
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Events for Teens - Workshops
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Free Dance Class
Wednesday, June 3,
7:00 pm
Central Library
You're invited to learn amazing dance movements by the talented dancers from SonKiss'd Dance Company. Join the free dance class every 1st Wednesday of the month at 7pm. You will have lots of fun learning several dance styles. The dance class is open to all ages and all dance levels.
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Lifehacks
Tuesday, June 9,
1:00 pm
Central Library
Basic and advanced skills and tricks you can take with you, for your teen years and beyond.
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Young Writers Workshop
Saturday, June 6,
10:30 am
HPL Express Discovery Green
Writers in the Schools, HPL Express and Discovery Green, team up to offer Houston's only free and open writing workshop for kids. Funded in part by a grant from the City of Houston through the Houston Arts Alliance, HPL Express, Writers in the Schools, and Discovery Green.
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Zumba Fitness
Thursdays,
11:00 am
Moody Neighborhood Library
Join us for 45 minutes of Zumba, the dance fitness program that combines Latin and International music for an effective workout.
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