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Teen News - May 2022

Teen After Hours: Karaoke Night

Welcome to the Teen Newsletter of the

E.D. Locke Public Library!

Made by teens, for teens! Thank you to the

Teen Advisory Board (T.A.B) for contributing the content.

Upcoming Summer Teen Events

Snack & Chat

What’s better than eating some food with friends? Head to the library meeting room on Monday afternoons for some snacking and some chatting.
Mondays, June 6th-August 1st, 3:00pm-4:00pm

Gamer Club

Calling all gamers! The Nintendo Switch and other games will be available for teens to play at this weekly program. Challenge your friends to some Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros, and more!
Tuesdays, June 7th-August 2nd, 2:00pm-3:00pm

Teen Advisory Board. Image of notebook paper.

Dungeons & Dragons

Whether a first time player or total expert, all are welcome at this collaborative role-playing game! Space is limited so players must register and be willing to commit to the weekly campaign. Registration coming soon.
Wednesdays, June 8th-August 3rd, 3:30pm-5:00pm.

Teen Hangout

Hangout with your friends on Thursday afternoon! Each Thursday is a different activity and includes a tie dye event, a taste test challenge, learning animation, a hula hoop performer, and so much more.
Thursdays, June 10th-August 4th, 4:30-5:30

Drama Camp

Drama Camp is back this year for school age children. We will work on different aspects of stagecraft and use these tools to put together presentations for the grand finale on July 21.

Fridays, June 10 - July 15, 11:30am-12:20pm.

Book Review

The Betrothed by Kiera Cass

Review written by Kira, T.A.B member

The Betrothed is the first book of two in a “royally romantic” duology. Hollis Brite is the daughter of two nobles and she has captured the heart of King Jameson. It seems that Hollis returns the feelings and is all too eager to become a queen of Coroa. But then the Eastoffe family from the enemy kingdom, Isolte comes seeking shelter and protection from their wicked king. The eldest son of the family, Silas Eastoffe captures the heart of young Hollis and she is stuck between two lovers, a king and a commoner from an enemy kingdom. All while people are spreading rumors about her closest friend Delia Grace. Does she continue to fake her love for Jameson or flee the royal life for Silas? Read this enchanting tale to find out!

Book cover of The Betrothed by Kiera Cass. A woman has a golden ball gown.

#FeatureFriday Book Recs on YouTube

Image of a woman holding a book in her hand. The book is A Snake Falls to Earth by Darcie Little Badger. Text reads Feature Friday Book Recs with Abby.

Teen Fan Art

Slipknot by Dylan

LEGO Ninjago by Eva

CD Review

OHMS (DEFTONES)

Review written by Dylan, T.A.B member

Deftones is one of the greatest alternative metal bands of all time, and their 2020 album, Ohms, is a testament to the angst and darkness that exists within alternative metal. With hits like “Balance,” “Urantia,” and “The Link Is Dead,” this is a must have for fans of alternative metal.

Writer's Corner

Teen Author Spotlight: Eva
We return to Eva, who shares her LEGO Ninjago fan fiction.

Lloyd: Cole, why are you hiding?
Cole: I made Kai mad. Please calm him down.
Lloyd: Nah. *Walks away*

Chen: *Puts on glasses* You wouldn’t hit a guy with glasses, would you?
Kai: *Takes glasses and smacks Chen over the head with them*
Chen: Hit a guy with glasses. Well played.

So…I started in the middle of my other story, if anyone remembers. I have every author's fear. Writer's block! So this is my other story, from the beginning. I will show more next time I do an author spotlight. This story is called. Zombie Apocalypse. (I did this because I don’t have any other good oneshots…)

1 day before the apocalypse
“Are you kidding!? I lost!?” Kai yelped.
“You taught me all your tricks.” Lloyd laughed and kissed his boyfriend on the cheek. The ninja were hanging out. Wu said they deserved a day off, so the ninja were having fun. Jay, Kai, and Lloyd were playing video games. Nya, Cole, and Zane were watching them and talking. Misako and Wu were chatting in the kitchen.
“Alright, Chosen One. Let’s see if you can beat me!” Jay said.
“Aw, I was hoping for a challenge.” Lloyd pouted.
“Woo! Lloyd is on fire!” Cole said.
“Hey, that’s my line!” Kai chuckled. Jay rolled his eyes and picked up a controller. Everyone cheered for Lloyd.
“Aw, come on Nya.” Jay said.
“Sorry, Jay-Bear. I love you! Hope you win.” Nya said. Lloyd giggled and Kai blushed. The two had started dating two weeks ago and Kai would still stare at Lloyd like he was the only person in the world.
“Bring it, Greenie.” Jay said.
“Cheering for you Clover.” Kai said.
“Thanks Fire Ant.” Lloyd said. Cole gagged. Kai and Lloyd rolled their eyes and Jay started the game. Long story short, Lloyd won.
“How!?” Jay cried. Lloyd giggled again. Then sirens blared.
“Aw, man! One day! Just one day where we don’t have to fight.” Cole complained while everyone ran to the front of the Bounty.
“Looks like the problem is right under us!” Nya said.
“What!?” Everyone cried.
“No time to dwell on that. Let’s go!” Cole said.
“Ninja-go!” Everyone did spinjitzu and spun into their colored Gi’s, then leapt off the side, making their elemental dragons.

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Let's take a quiz!

Will You Survive The Monster Apocalypse?
By: Eva

Question One: What is one of a were-wolf’s weakness?
A: Silver
B: Water
C: Garlic

Question Two: How do you kill a zombie?
A: A wooden stake through the heart.
B: Go for the head.
C: Nothing can kill a zombie.

Question Three: What is one way to kill a bad witch?
A: Drown her in a sealed bag.
B: Slap her.
C: Use an enchanted weapon.

Question Four: Are all monsters evil?
A: No.
B: Absolutely.

Question Five: Are you ready for a monster apocalypse?
A: YES!
B: Nope!
C: Why? It’s not gonna happen.

Answers:
1: Silver.
2: Go for the head.
3: Drown her in a sealed bag.
4: No. This is important. Some monsters are good, if you give them a chance.
5: Well, are you?

Which Hogwarts boy is your date to the Yule Ball? By Kira.

Answer these questions to figure which of the boys in Hogwarts will be taking you to the Yule Ball.

Question 1: What is your Hogwarts house? (If you don’t know what your house is, then just pick your favorite.)
A. Gryffindor
B. Ravenclaw
C. Hufflepuff
D. Slytherin

Question 2: How do you best study for your O.W.L.S?
A. In the library.
B. In the common room by the fireplace.
C. With a group of friends.
D. Study???

Question 3: It’s the holidays! Many students are heading to Hogsmeade, but you didn’t get your permission slip signed. What do you do?
A. Sneak out with your invisibility cloak. No one will notice.
B. Ask a professor to sign for you.
C. Stay at Hogwarts. It’s not how you planned your holidays to go, but you’ll amuse yourself in other ways.
D. Demand to speak to the headmaster! It’s not fair that you can’t go!

Question 4: What is your go-to spell?
A. Expelliarmus. You don’t want to hurt your partner.
B. Accio. You’re always losing your stuff.
C. Aguamenti. It’s fun to spray water!
D. Avada Kedavra. What? The Dark Lord needs you!

Mostly A: If you answered mostly A’s you get to go to the ball with the one and only Harry Potter. You may be a bit starstruck at first, but once you get to know him, he’s funny, sweet, and very loyal.

Mostly B: If you answered mostly B’s you’re Yule Ball date is Cedric Diggory! Lucky you! Get ready to spend the night with this kind hearted, charming, and let's face it, incredibly handsome Hufflepuff.

Mostly C: If you answered with mostly C’s you're going to the ball with Dean Thomas! You’ll have a fun night with Dean, who is easy-going and friendly, although he can be a little biased when commentating Quidditch matches.

Mostly D: If you answered with mostly D’s your date is Draco Malfoy! While he can be mean and a bit of a diva at times, he’s also sweet and caring to those he allows close to him. And if you are harmed well, his father will most certainly hear about it!

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