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Monday, February 6, 2012
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Wednesday, February 8, 2012
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Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 5-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 759-2637. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm to 5:00 pm for grades 5-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 736-9233. |
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Thursday, February 9, 2012
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Roses with Attitude. |
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3:00 pm to 4:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Roses come in many shapes, colors and sizes. Prove it with your own colorful duct tape rose creation. Materials will be provided.
Call 862-0135. |
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Friday, February 10, 2012
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Fair Grove Branch Library - We HEART the 80s. |
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3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Celebrate Valentine's Day with an homage to the 1980s. Make 80s-style valentines and watch a film, rated PG-13 or under, while drinking love potion punch.
Registration starts January 20; call 759-2637. |
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Library Station - Teen Friday Nights. |
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6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
Call 865-1340. |
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Republic Branch Library - "Un-Valentine's Day" After Hours. |
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6:00 pm to 8:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Hang out after hours for an "Un-Valentine's Day" movie party complete with the newest version of "Alice in Wonderland," rated PG. Dress up as your favorite character, enjoy snacks and un-Valentine's Day activities. Participants may not leave before 8 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up.
Call 732-7284. |
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Saturday, February 11, 2012
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Library Center - Saturday Morning Book Chat. |
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10:00 am in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
Not into Saturday morning cartoons? Chat up a book with us at the Library, or join in online if you can't make it out of bed in time. "Flash Burnout" by L.K. Madigan. Visit http://www.facebook.com/teenthing to participate online.
Call 882-0714. |
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Library Center - Teen Library Council. |
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12:00 pm in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
Let your voice be heard by joining the Teen Library Council. Read new teen books and help plan teen programs.
Call 882-0714. |
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Library Center - Book Crush. |
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2:00 pm in meeting room A for grades 6-12.
Love is in the air at the Library! Talk about your favorite literary characters as you play book character bingo, make your selections in "Date, Dump, Marry" and make some marble magnets. Since Valentine's Day is right around the corner we'll also have chocolate! Materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Monday, February 13, 2012
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Tuesday, February 14, 2012
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Willard Branch Library - Teen Tuesdays. |
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3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Hang out with your friends, play board and video games, be creative with a make-and-take bonus acivity and watch a teen-themed movie, rated PG-13 or under.
Call 742-4258. |
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Brentwood Branch Library - 'Tween and Teen Scene: Be Your Own Valentine. |
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4:00 pm to 5:30 pm in the meeting room for grades 4-7.
Treat yourself to something special today! Give yourself a fancy manicure and make some spa goodies to take home with you. Cupcakes included.
Registration starts February 1; call 883-1974. |
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Wednesday, February 15, 2012
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Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 5-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 759-2637. |
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Strafford Branch Library - "Un-Valentine" Party. |
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3:00 pm to 5:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Who needs love when we can have chocolate? Bring your friends to the Strafford Branch Library for an "Un-Valentine" Party with chocolate trivia, a "name that candy bar" contest, fun crafts and more!
Call 736-9233. |
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Thursday, February 16, 2012
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Brentwood Branch Library - Fingernail Flair: Marbled Manicure. |
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4:00 pm in the meeting room for grades 6-12.
Looking for something fun and funky to do with your nail polish? Give yourself a manicure and learn the art of nail marbling. Materials will be provided.
Call 883-1974. |
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Friday, February 17, 2012
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Library Station - 80s Night. |
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6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
Dress to impress in your best 80s attire--Cosby sweaters are allowed. Play vintage Nintendo and Atari games, 80s trivia and win prizes for the best dressed. It’ll be a totally tubular time!
Call 865-1340. |
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Wednesday, February 22, 2012
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Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 5-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 759-2637. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm to 5:00 pm for grades 5-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 736-9233. |
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Friday, February 24, 2012
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - To Die for Tie Dye. |
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3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Want to make a fashion statement from the 60's? Create a piece of history with tie dye. Bring your creativity, materials will be provided.
Call 862-0135. |
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Library Station - Teen Friday Nights. |
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6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Santa Fe room.
If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
Call 865-1340. |
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Monday, February 27, 2012
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Wednesday, February 29, 2012
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Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 5-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 759-2637. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm to 5:00 pm for grades 5-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 736-9233. |
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Friday, March 2, 2012
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Library Station - Teen Friday Nights. |
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6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
Call 865-1340. |
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Saturday, March 3, 2012
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Library Center - Tornado Safety. |
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2:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 4-8.
Get ready for tornado season! Learn all about tornados and tips on how to prepare a safety kit with the Springfield-Greene County Office of Emergency Management.
Registration starts February 24; call 882-0714. |
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Monday, March 5, 2012
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Wednesday, March 7, 2012
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Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 759-2637. |
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Knit Pickers. |
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3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Pick up a loom and knit a scarf, hat, wrap or bag. Unsure of how to get started? Join us the first Wednesday of every month and learn from the experts. Materials will be provided.
Call 862-0135. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 736-9233. |
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Library Center - Teen Writer's Workshop: Get Published. |
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6:30 pm in the story hour room for grades 6-12.
Love writing but don't know how to get published? Learn how to publish and edit e-books. Bring your work to see just how easy it can be.
Registration starts February 27; call 882-0714. |
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Thursday, March 8, 2012
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Willard Branch Library - Teen Thursday. |
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3:00 pm to 5:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Hang out with your friends, play board and video games, and be creative with a make-and-take bonus activity.
Call 742-4258. |
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Brentwood Branch Library - Web Junk-a-thon. |
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4:00 pm in the meeting room for grades 4-8.
Need a good laugh? Come to the Library for silly snacks and a marathon of all-time favorite tween-friendly viral web clips.
Call 883-1974. |
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Republic Branch Library - RTAG (Republic Teen Advisory Group). |
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4:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Share your program ideas and give us your thoughts on new books, games, movies and music for the Teen Spot. Snacks will be provided.
Call 732-7284. |
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Friday, March 9, 2012
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Library Station - 'Tween Town. |
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4:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 4-8.
Play Wii, make a string art craft, play games and hang out!
Call 865-1340. |
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Library Station - Teen Friday Nights. |
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6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
Call 865-1340. |
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Saturday, March 10, 2012
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Library Center - Saturday Morning Book Chat. |
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10:00 am in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
Not into Saturday morning cartoons? Chat up a book with us at the Library, or join in online if you can't make it out of bed in time. "Karma: A Novel in Verse" by Cathy Ostlere. Visit http://www.facebook.com/teenthing to participate online.
Call 882-0714. |
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Library Center - Teen Library Council. |
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12:00 pm in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
Let your voice be heard by joining the Teen Library Council. Read new teen books and help plan teen programs.
Call 882-0714. |
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Monday, March 12, 2012
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All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol. |
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for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Hunger Games: The Tributes. |
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3:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
Welcome to the Hunger Games! It's going to be a big day as we pick tributes and assign districts for the competition. A Hunger Games event.
Call 862-0135. |
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Tuesday, March 13, 2012
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All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol. |
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for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Surviving the Hunger Games. |
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3:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
See if you have what it takes to survive the arena! Learn new skills and test your knowledge to compete in the battles. Are you hungry enough to survive? March 17 at the Library Center is an after-hours event. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up. A Hunger Games event.
Call 862-0135. |
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Wednesday, March 14, 2012
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All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol. |
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for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
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Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 759-2637. |
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Effie's Trinkets. |
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3:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
Create and sport your own Mockingjay designs! Make a Tribute Token, design a Mockingjay button, Hunger Games bracelet or Catching Fire bookmark. Materials will be provided. A Hunger Games event.
Call 862-0135. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Effie's Trinkets. |
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3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Create and sport your own Mockingjay designs! Make a Tribute Token, design a Mockingjay button, Hunger Games bracelet or Catching Fire bookmark. Materials will be provided. A Hunger Games event.
Call 736-9233. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 736-9233. |
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Thursday, March 15, 2012
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All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol. |
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for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Hunger Games: The Battle. |
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3:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
Fight for your district in an arena filled with equipment and tools to help you survive! A Hunger Games event.
Call 862-0135. |
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Brentwood Branch Library - Cinna's Capitol Spa Day. |
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4:00 pm for grades 6-12.
We all know how important it is to look your best in "The Hunger Games." Pamper, preen and primp -- Hunger Games style! A Hunger Games event.
Call 883-1974. |
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Library Station - Book Discussion & Trivia Trials: "The Hunger Games". |
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6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
Discuss the book to warm up your brain, then test your knowledge in the trivia contest. Winning means fame and fortune. A Hunger Games event.
Call 865-1340. |
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Friday, March 16, 2012
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All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol. |
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for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Hunger Games District Celebration. |
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3:00 pm in the upstairs meeting room for grades 6-12.
Did you survive? Enjoy snacks and find out who won. A Hunger Games event.
Call 862-0135. |
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Library Station - Hunger Games Board Game Night. |
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6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
Can you survive the official "Hunger Games" board game? Bring your friends and compete. A Hunger Games event.
Call 865-1340. |
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Saturday, March 17, 2012
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All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol. |
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for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
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Library Center - Surviving the Hunger Games. |
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9:00 pm to 10:30 pm in the auditorium for grades 6-12.
See if you have what it takes to survive the arena! Learn new skills and test your knowledge to compete in the battles. Are you hungry enough to survive? March 17 at the Library Center is an after-hours event. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up. A Hunger Games event.
Call 882-0714. |
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Sunday, March 18, 2012
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Library Center - Our Nesting Birds: Learn Bird Identification Like Katniss and Gale. |
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2:00 pm in meeting room A for all ages.
As spring approaches our nesting birds return from the south. Learn to recognize some of our more common nesting birds in southwest Missouri. Presented by Springfield Conservation Nature Center. A Hunger Games event.
Call 882-0714. |
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Monday, March 19, 2012
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All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol. |
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for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Tuesday, March 20, 2012
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All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol. |
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for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
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Wednesday, March 21, 2012
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All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol. |
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for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
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Library Station - Spring Break Crafternoon. |
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1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 4-8.
School's out, what to do? Make cool crafts all afternoon at the Library. Materials will be provided.
Call 865-1340. |
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Library Center - Cinna's Capitol Spa Day. |
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2:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 6-12.
We all know how important it is to look your best in "The Hunger Games." Pamper, preen and primp -- Hunger Games style! A Hunger Games event.
Call 882-0714. |
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Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 759-2637. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 736-9233. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Decorate with Peeta. |
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3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
See if your pastry decorating skills are on par with Peeta's as you decorate cupcakes in Hunger Games fashion. Materials will be provided. A Hunger Games event.
Call 736-9233. |
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Thursday, March 22, 2012
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All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol. |
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for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
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Brentwood Branch Library - Surviving the Hunger Games. |
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12:00 pm in the meeting room for grades 6-12.
See if you have what it takes to survive the arena! Learn new skills and test your knowledge to compete in the battles. Are you hungry enough to survive? March 17 at the Library Center is an after-hours event. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up. A Hunger Games event.
Call 883-1974. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Surviving the Hunger Games. |
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3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
See if you have what it takes to survive the arena! Learn new skills and test your knowledge to compete in the battles. Are you hungry enough to survive? March 17 at the Library Center is an after-hours event. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up. A Hunger Games event.
Call 736-9233. |
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Republic Branch Library - Surviving the Hunger Games. |
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4:30 pm to 6:30 pm for grades 6-12.
See if you have what it takes to survive the arena! Learn new skills and test your knowledge to compete in the battles. Are you hungry enough to survive? March 17 at the Library Center is an after-hours event. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up. A Hunger Games event.
Call 732-7284. |
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Library Station - Surviving the Hunger Games. |
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6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
See if you have what it takes to survive the arena! Learn new skills and test your knowledge to compete in the battles. Are you hungry enough to survive? March 17 at the Library Center is an after-hours event. Participants may not leave before 10:30 p.m. unless a parent or guardian picks them up. A Hunger Games event.
Call 865-1340. |
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Friday, March 23, 2012
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All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol. |
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for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
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Library Station - Teen Friday Nights. |
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6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
Call 865-1340. |
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Saturday, March 24, 2012
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All Branches - Daily News from the Capitol. |
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for grades 6-12.
Use your wits, your creative energy, your skills and your knowledge about the Capitol each day to survive and thrive! Visit the teen area of your favorite branch anytime for Hunger Games activities, including games, trivia and more. A Hunger Games event.
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Monday, March 26, 2012
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Wednesday, March 28, 2012
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Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 759-2637. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 736-9233. |
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Friday, March 30, 2012
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Library Station - Teen Friday Nights. |
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6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
Call 865-1340. |
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Monday, April 2, 2012
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Wednesday, April 4, 2012
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Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 759-2637. |
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Knit Pickers. |
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3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Pick up a loom and knit a scarf, hat, wrap or bag. Unsure of how to get started? Join us the first Wednesday of every month and learn from the experts. Materials will be provided.
Call 862-0135. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 736-9233. |
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Thursday, April 5, 2012
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Brentwood Branch Library - Knit 1,2,3. |
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4:00 pm in the meeting room for grades 4-8.
Have you always wanted to learn how to knit but never knew where to start? Bring your own knitting needles and learn some basic knitting stitches to get you started working on fun and stylish projects.
Call 883-1974. |
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Friday, April 6, 2012
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Disaster Film Fridays. |
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3:00 pm for grades 7-12.
"Poseidon," rated PG-13. Watch your favorite disaster movies in April in honor of the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic.
Call 862-0135. |
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Library Station - Teen Friday Nights. |
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6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
Call 865-1340. |
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Monday, April 9, 2012
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Take the Case. |
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3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Mafia members, deadly assassins and stealthy thieves are on the move! Join us in a series of games to solve the mystery. A Big Read 2012 event.
Call 862-0135. |
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Tuesday, April 10, 2012
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Willard Branch Library - Falcons and Friends. |
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3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
We won't have a Maltese falcon at the Library, but our friends from the Dickerson Park Zoo will bring other birds of prey for you to watch and learn about. See these magnificent creatures that have inspired art and literature! A Big Read 2012 event.
Call 742-4258. |
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Wednesday, April 11, 2012
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Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 759-2637. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 736-9233. |
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Thursday, April 12, 2012
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Republic Branch Library - Movie and a Manicure. |
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4:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Chill out with the girls and give your nails the royal treatment. Watch "Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants," rated PG, and make friendship bracelets. Snacks will be provided.
Call 732-7284. |
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Friday, April 13, 2012
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Disaster Film Fridays. |
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3:00 pm for grades 7-12.
"2012," rated PG-13. Watch your favorite disaster movies in April in honor of the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic.
Call 862-0135. |
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Library Station - 'Tween Town. |
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4:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 4-8.
It's Friday the 13th, the spookiest day of the year! Hang out with your friends, play Wii and make Mystery Boxes.
Call 865-1340. |
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Library Station - Teen Friday Nights. |
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6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
Call 865-1340. |
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Saturday, April 14, 2012
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Library Center - Saturday Morning Book Chat. |
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10:00 am in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
Not into Saturday morning cartoons? Chat up a book with us at the Library, or join in online if you can't make it out of bed in time. "The Future of Us" by Jay Asher and Carolyn Mackler. Visit http://www.facebook.com/teenthing to participate online.
Call 882-0714. |
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Library Center - Teen Library Council. |
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12:00 pm in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
Let your voice be heard by joining the Teen Library Council. Read new teen books and help plan teen programs.
Call 882-0714. |
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Library Center - CSI Crime Solvers. |
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2:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 4-12.
Experience what it is like to solve a crime using fingerprint analysis, DNA profiling and microscopic trace evidence. Grab your kit and find out how forensic experts solve crimes with science! Presented by the Discovery Center of Springfield. A Big Read 2012 event.
Registration starts March 31; call 882-0714. |
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Monday, April 16, 2012
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Wednesday, April 18, 2012
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Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 759-2637. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Clue Board Game Tournament. |
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3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Think you have a clue? See who's the best detective during our Clue tournament. Prizes and snacks provided. A Big Read 2012 event.
Call 736-9233. |
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Brentwood Branch Library - Crack the Mystery of Self-Defense. |
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4:00 pm in the meeting room for grades 6-12.
Don't have your own bodyguard? Learn some martial arts moves and techniques to keep yourself safe during this program provided by Dynamic Edge Martial Arts. A Big Read 2012 event.
Call 883-1974. |
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Friday, April 20, 2012
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Library Center - Film Noir Film Fest. |
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3:00 pm to 9:00 pm in the auditorium for grades 6-12.
It was a dark and stormy night... the perfect setting for a mysterious Film Noir Film Fest! Help us celebrate the Big Read with these classic film noir films from the 40s and 50s. 3-5 p.m.: "The Big Sleep," not rated; 5-7 p.m.: "The Postman Always Rings Twice," not rated; 7-8:30 p.m.: "Sorry, Wrong Number," not rated. A Big Read 2012 event.
Call 882-0714. |
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Disaster Film Fridays. |
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3:00 pm for grades 7-12.
"Twister," rated PG-13. Watch your favorite disaster movies in April in honor of the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic.
Call 862-0135. |
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Library Station - CSI...Fact or Fiction?. |
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6:00 pm in the Frisco room for grades 6-12.
Ever wonder if those scenes in your favorite detective show are true? Join Springfield Police Cpl. Matt Brown and find out what it takes to work a major crime scene and what's on television vs. reality. Detective Brown will bring a member of the Canine Unit -- one of the furry kind! A Big Read 2012 event.
Call 865-1340. |
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Saturday, April 21, 2012
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Library Center - Live Action Clue. |
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2:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 4-8.
It was Professor Plum, in the Library, with the candlestick...or was it? Solve the clues and find out whodunit in this live action version of the popular board game. A Big Read 2012 event.
Call 882-0714. |
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Monday, April 23, 2012
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Tuesday, April 24, 2012
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Brentwood Branch Library - Making Cents in the City. |
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4:00 pm in the meeting room for grades 4-8.
Whether you are saving for a new outfit, the latest video game or your college education, you need to have a financial plan. We'll play games and learn fun ways to manage your money and stretch your dollars. Girl Scouts who attend the program will complete activities that will count toward the financial literacy badge. Presenter: The Girl Scouts of Missouri Heartland. A Money Smart Week event.
Call 883-1974. |
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Wednesday, April 25, 2012
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Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 759-2637. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 736-9233. |
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Friday, April 27, 2012
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Willard Branch Library - Cha-ching!. |
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2:30 pm for grades 6-12.
Tired of being broke? Learn how to set up a budget and keep cash in your pocket or piggy bank. Presenter: Springfield-Greene County Libraries staff. A Money Smart Week event.
Call 742-4258. |
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Disaster Film Fridays. |
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3:00 pm for grades 7-12.
"Jurassic Park," rated PG-13. Watch your favorite disaster movies in April in honor of the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic.
Call 862-0135. |
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Library Station - Duct Tape Wallets. |
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6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
It's Money Smart Week! Are you keeping your cash in a cool wallet made of duct tape? You will be after this! Learn to make wallets and other amazing and useful things. A Money Smart Week event.
Call 865-1340. |
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Monday, April 30, 2012
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Wednesday, May 2, 2012
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Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 759-2637. |
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Midtown Carnegie Branch Library - Knit Pickers. |
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3:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Pick up a loom and knit a scarf, hat, wrap or bag. Unsure of how to get started? Join us the first Wednesday of every month and learn from the experts. Materials will be provided.
Call 862-0135. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 736-9233. |
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Friday, May 4, 2012
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Library Station - Teen Friday Nights. |
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6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
Call 865-1340. |
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Saturday, May 5, 2012
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All Branches - Free Comic Book Day. |
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for grades 4-12.
Share the comic book love with Vintage Stock and the Library as we celebrate Free Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 5.
Stop by your favorite branch, pick up a free comic book and discover what's new in the world of superheroes, villains and your favorite comic book characters. Limit one per 'tween or teen grades 4 through 12, while supplies last!
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Library Center - Mini ComicCon. |
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1:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the auditorium for grades 6-12.
Celebrate Free Comic Book Day with a Mini ComicCon at the Library! Bring comics to trade, watch a movie (rated PG or under), or write your own comics. There will be prizes for best costume and free comics.
Call 882-0714. |
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Brentwood Branch Library - Be Your Own Comic Book Star. |
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2:00 pm in the meeting room for grades 4-8.
Have you always wanted to be the hero in your very own comic? Create your storyline and characters, then we'll take your picture acting out your comic and print them in comic-style panels for you to keep.
Call 883-1974. |
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Monday, May 7, 2012
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Wednesday, May 9, 2012
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Fair Grove Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 759-2637. |
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Strafford Branch Library - Every Wednesday 'Tweens and Teens. |
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3:00 pm for grades 4-12.
Join us every Wednesday afternoon for 'tween and teen activities. There's something new and different every week.
Call 736-9233. |
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Thursday, May 10, 2012
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Willard Branch Library - Teen Thursday. |
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3:00 pm to 5:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Hang out with your friends, play board and video games, and be creative with a make-and-take bonus activity.
Call 742-4258. |
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Republic Branch Library - RTAG (Republic Teen Advisory Group). |
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4:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Share your program ideas and give us your thoughts on new books, games, movies and music for the Teen Spot. Snacks will be provided.
Call 732-7284. |
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Friday, May 11, 2012
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Library Station - 'Tween Town. |
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4:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 4-8.
Become an "artiste!" Experiment with painting, eat snacks and play games.
Call 865-1340. |
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Library Station - Teen Friday Nights. |
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6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
Call 865-1340. |
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Saturday, May 12, 2012
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Library Center - Saturday Morning Book Chat. |
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10:00 am in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
Not into Saturday morning cartoons? Chat up a book with us at the Library, or join in online if you can't make it out of bed in time. "Love & Leftovers" by Sarah Tregay. Visit http://www.facebook.com/teenthing to participate online.
Call 882-0714. |
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Library Center - Teen Library Council. |
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12:00 pm in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
Let your voice be heard by joining the Teen Library Council. Read new teen books and help plan teen programs.
Call 882-0714. |
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Library Center - Read-A-Thon. |
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2:00 pm to 4:00 pm in the Harrison room for grades 6-12.
With just a few weeks left in school, it's time for a little break. Join our Read-a-thon! Don't have a book to read? The Library has you covered. Find a book here or bring your own.
Call 882-0714. |
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Monday, May 14, 2012
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Thursday, May 17, 2012
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Brentwood Branch Library - Hemp Jewelry 101. |
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4:00 pm to 6:00 pm in the meeting room for grades 6-12.
Hemp jewelry uses the ancient art of knot tying to create beautiful jewelry with natural flair. Learn the basic knots and take home your own unique bracelet or necklace. Materials will be provided.
Call 883-1974. |
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Friday, May 18, 2012
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Library Station - Teen Friday Nights. |
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6:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
If it's Friday night, there is something going on at the Station just for teens. Stop in for games, crafts, and special events.
Call 865-1340. |
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Saturday, May 19, 2012
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Library Center - Kids Cooking: Picnics. |
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2:00 pm in the story hour room for grades 4-8.
Spring is the perfect time for a picnic! Learn what to make with Chef HJ Schumer from Price Cutter's Taste Culinary Classroom.
Registration starts May 14; call 882-0714. |
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Monday, May 21, 2012
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Library Center - Crafternoons. |
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3:00 pm to 7:00 pm for grades 6-12.
Try making something new on Monday afternoons in the Teen Space. Try out a different craft each week; materials will be provided.
Call 882-0714. |
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Friday, May 25, 2012
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Library Station - End of School Pizza Party. |
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6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in the Santa Fe room for grades 6-12.
The end of school has arrived! It's time to party with games, prizes, and pizza!
Call 865-1340. |
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