Black History Month Reading Challenge
We’re highlighting Black history and Black creators this month with a special Black History Month challenge. This just-for-fun month-long reading challenge starts Feb. 1. Participate by logging your reading, posting reviews and attending some of our virtual programs! Sign up online 
https://pasadena.beanstack.com/reader365
 
 
Virtual Teen Events
Teens Writers Meetup
Join other teens and write! Whether you're crafting poetry or a novel, writing can be lonely as it's typically a solo endeavor, but meeting with others who share the passion can be a great for inspiration and encouragement. Join us for a writing meetup to spark some creativity. We might write together, use writing prompts, or share our work in a safe and supportive space. For teens only. Register http://pasadena.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=3800
Sunday, Feb. 14 • 2 p.m. • Zoom
 
 
ADVOCACY & DISCUSSIONS
Youth Network Online Meeting
Network with youth and community leaders. Discuss, learn, and help progress initiatives important to teens in Pasadena. For ages 12-18. Register at http://pasadena.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=3893
Wednesday, Feb. 3 and Mar. 3 • 4 p.m. • Zoom
 
 
CRAFTS & HOBBIES
Crafting with Tiff and Tosh
Learn how to make crafts for the New Year 2021 using items around your home. Presented on Instagram Live (@pasadenalibrary)
Monday, Feb. 8 & 22 • 3 p.m. • Instagram
 
Sketches & More
For teens, join us for a virtual guided art session inspired by Black History Month with staff from the Armory. Supplies available if needed. Register at http://pasadena.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=3732
Wednesday, Feb. 17 • 4 p.m. • Zoom
 
Sew It Begins: French Seam Drawstring Bag
Follow along with your sewing machine and learn to sew your own French seam drawstring bag! This small drawstring bag has nicely enclosed seams which will hold up well to frequent use. 
Supplies needed: one fat quarter of cotton fabric and coordinating sewing machine thread. 1 yard of cotton twill or ribbon for drawstrings (may be picked up from the Hastings Branch Library).
 For ages 13+. Register at  http://pasadena.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=3835
Tuesday, Feb. 23 • 3-5 p.m. • Zoom
 
Paint With Us
Join us for a graphic design and art tutorial inspired by Black History Month. Supplies available for pickup if needed. View the live stream at youtube.com/user/pasadenalibrary. For teens ages 12-18. Register at http://pasadena.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=3733
Wednesday, Feb. 24 • 4 p.m. • Zoom
 
EDUCATION
Conversations on COVID-19: Finding Antibodies to Fight SARS-CoV-2
Caltech is pleased to invite Pasadena Public Library audiences to this special event. Christopher Barnes, senior postdoctoral fellow at Caltech, speaks with content strategist, science writer and Caltech alumna Lori Dajose about his work to characterize antibodies to the virus that causes COVID-19 and identify those that are most effective at neutralizing the virus. Antibodies are proteins produced by the body in response to infection. Ultimately, it is hoped that potent antibodies like the ones described in this study can be given as treatment or prevention for COVID-19. Sign up here 
https://caltech.zoom.us/webinar/register/8816077304136/WN_aGELwmgiRnusaEvp0ER0rQ
Tuesday, Feb. 23 • 11 a.m. • Zoom
 
COMMUNITY BOARD
More services for youth around our community
Seeking Writers, Artists, Editors and Photographers for the
PieFace Column
We value introspective work, narratives, and art that comes from the heart. We have a team of artists, graphic designers, writers, poets, photographers, and copyeditors who are all working together to make PieFace an accessible resource and space for aspiring creatives We would love to work with anyone who is currently in high school, college, or between the ages of 16-21 willing to submit their work! Find out how to submit your work or get involved:  
https://www.piefacecolumn.com/submissions
Queerantine Sanctuary
by Side Street Projects
Click on image above to register.
School supplies for ages 18-24
contact Te McGrath at tmcgrath@cityofpasadena.net
 

COLLEGE RESOURCES
College Access Plan
CAP is offering a 5-week workshop series for PUSD juniors to support their planning to apply to, receive financial aid for, and ultimately attend college. The series will cover all the key elements of the college readiness process (including changes related to COVID) and is open to all PUSD students in the Class of 2022. Our primary goal, however, is to give first generation and low-income students the support they need to be competitive in the college application process.

If you know a junior (or juniors) who you believe would especially benefit from participating in this program, we invite you to submit a nomination form for each student. We will reach out to all nominated students to let them know that someone in their school sees their potential and hopes they will apply.

All nominations must be submitted via this form by Friday, February 12, 2021. Student applications must be submitted by Monday, February 22, 2021.
 
 
Revolution Prep
Workshops for parents and students.
 
Title: The Admission Game
Date: Wednesday, February 10, 2021
Times: 3pm PST and 6pm PST
Overview: Do you ever wonder who gets in and why? "The Admission Game" answers these questions by taking you inside the admission process. TAG is a high-energy, high-impact, interactive case study exercise for students and parents in which the audience is transformed into an admission committee. Through more theatre than lecture, Peter teaches the audience by using and explaining relevant terms that help ease the stress of an otherwise frenzied process. This signature program reveals the "hidden agendas" of colleges and provides insight into how decisions are made, which helps students learn to find the colleges that fit them best and make decisions that help them compete for admission. 
Direct Registration Link: https://www.revolutionprep.com/webinars/the-admission-game/
 
Title: College Admissions in the Era of Covid-19 
Date: Wednesday, February 24, 2021
Times: 3pm PST and 6pm PST
Overview: The pandemic radically changed the way students access and experience education. This workshop focuses on higher education and the changes in instruction, campus access, the admission process, and financing. Participants will take away tips and strategies for successfully navigating the college application process in light of these changes. 
Direct Registration Link: https://www.revolutionprep.com/webinars/college-admissions-in-the-era-of-covid-19/
 
News You Can Use
For latest info on COVID vaccine availability visit:
https://www.cityofpasadena.net/public-health/covid-19-vaccine
 
 
 
Out of the Pantry: Pasta
cooking video tutorial
If you missed out on last month's cooking lesson, but want to try out the lesson on your own, check out the video and instructions on our blog: 
http://pasadena-library.net/teens/2021/out-of-the-pantry-pasta/
 
 
Tuition Funding Sources
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FEATURED TEEN BOOK REVIEW
Splinters of Scarlet by Emily Bain Murphy
review by Genevieve Harvey, age 17
     The story begins with a subtle elucidation to the complications and disappointments that come from orphanage life. Agnes and Marit, two females who grew out of the Mill orphanage and currently work at Thorsen’s, are anticipating the arrival of a new couple, the Madsens, who are considering adopting a child from the Mills. Eve, in Marit’s perspective, appears to be the perfect candidate, so she makes it her responsibility to cull all possible positive attributes and qualities about Eve to present to the Madsens. Under this stressful situation is the reality that Marit has magic, meaning she is a savant when it comes to using supernatural charms to elevate her actions to that of impossibility. Unfortunately, this magic comes at a cost. Its employment causes a precarious, icy buildup called “Firn” within the veins of the one who uses their magic. Though beautiful on the surface, magic can have deadly consequences. In spite of these dangers, it is the sister-like tether with Eve that causes Marit to employ her magic to stay in her life even after adoption. ...
READ THE FULL REVIEW ON THE TEENS BLOG
 
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