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Send by emailTeen Spooky Shadow Theatre
Tuesday, October 23 @ 5:30 pm
There are a great many scary stories to tell. Some are very old, and they are told around the world. Some are very new, and may very well be true. We'll be turning out the lights, eating popcorn, and sharing tales of ghosts, monstrous creatures, bogey-men, death, and other dangers through shadow puppet theatre. What lurks in the shadows, hides in the darkness, and creeps underfoot? Come find out....if you dare!
D.I.Y. Teen Pumpkin Carving
Tuesday, October 23 @ 4:30 pm
Teens, you can just forget about those boring Jack-O-Lanterns. Come to the library & make something frightfully awesome! We’ll provide the pumpkins, and you bring your best D.I.Y skills. Inspiration, tools and tips also provided. Program sponsored by the Friends of the Library of St. Johns County.
Teen Read Week: Gaming + Books
Wednesday, October 17 @ 4 pm
Tweens and teens are invited to celebrate Teen Read Week with an afterschool gaming session, featuring some of your favorite games on the PS3, xbox 360, & Wii! Just for coming we'll let each gamer pick out a FREE young adult book from our reading cart. Refreshments provided by the Friends of the Library.
Teen Read Week: Horror Short Story Contest @ Main
October 1 through October 29
Join the SPOOKY fun for Teen Read Week and create a horror short story about the library or one of those creepy librarians! Who knows what might lurk in the stacks or ooze from the reference desk? You do...and you can tell us. Pick up an entry form at the Main Library for the contest rules, and turn in your story by October 29 to win a $25 gift card for a mystery location.
Teen Anime Club Halloween Party
Tuesday, October 23 @ 6 pm
The Teen Anime Club is having a Halloween party and we'll be viewing a creepy anime feature!! Wearing a costume isn't required, but it's definitely encouraged! Party refreshments are provided by the Friends of the Bartram Trail Branch Library.
Family Game Time
Wednesday, October 24 from 3 - 6 pm
On the 4th Wednesday of every month between 3 - 6 pm, the whole family is invited to the library to play board games! Simply use your library card or driver's license to check out a board game or two from the Reference Desk and play anywhere in the library. Challenge your family and friends to your favorite games! Call the Library at 827-6950 for more details. All board games are generously provided by the Friends of the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library.
Teen Read Week Event: Teen Graphic Novel Workshop
Wednesday, October 17 @ 6 pm
Are you a teen who loves graphic novels? Ever thought of creating one yourself? All middle school and high school students are invited to celebrate Teen Read Week 2012 with Andre Frattino, local author of two graphic novels for teens (The Reaper of St. George Street and Lost Souls of Savannah) featuring teen ghost hunters from St. Augustine! Andre will show you what it takes to become a graphic novel author with opportunities to create your own art if you wish. All teen graphic novel enthusiasts are encouraged to participate in this hands-on workshop. Please call the Library at 827-6950 with any questions and learn more about Andre on his website - this workshop is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Ponte Vedra Beach Branch Library!
Teen Gamers
Saturday, October 20 @ 5-7 pm
Teens, (grades 6-12) bring your friends and come on out for an evening of gaming on Saturday, October 20 -- we have Guitar Hero, Rock Band, Wii, PS3, or play the newest Halo game on X-Box 360! Pizza and snacks will be provided by the Friends of the Bartram Trail Branch Library.
Teen Read Week Event: Movie and Party
Wednesday, October 17 @ 3 pm
(PG13) Set in a future where the Capitol selects a boy and girl from the twelve districts to fight to the death on live television, Katniss Everdeen volunteers to take her younger sister's place for the latest match. Come and see this popular new release book to film movie!!! Party refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Bartram Trail Branch Library.
El Dia de los Muertos Paper Craft
Saturday, October 20 @ 1 pm
Based on an Aztec celebration and the holidays of All Souls’ Day and All Saints Day, El Dia de los Muertos (The Day of the Dead) is a whimsical holiday celebrated in Mexico and many other countries throughout the Americas. Learn about this celebration, and join us in making beautiful, bright, paper crafts. This program is for aimed at elementary aged children and up.
