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Wednesday March 02, 2011

03/02/2011

Posted on Wednesday March 02, 2011 by Hillsdale

Minutes of Hillsdale Library's Teen Council Meeting for March 2nd, 2011

VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION!!!

1) Pokemon Free Play on Saturday March 26th, and Saturday, April 30th from 4-5 PM - spread the cheer!!! Tell your friends!!! Come!!!

2) MYSTERY IN THE LIBRARY event on Wednesday, April 6th from 4-5:30 PM. 3 teen council members have volunteered to play parts in the mystery as well as being "detectives." Contact Lisa if you want a part in this fabulous enterprise. Please come!! Lots of prizes!!

3) TEEN SUMMER PROGRAMS NEED YOU FEEDBACK AND INPUT. We have . . .

       - Knights of Veritas - learn about the Middle Ages using real medieval arms, armor, and combat. Learn about knighthood and chivalry. Handle weapons and try on armor.

       - Teen Mentor Workshop - learn to complete a craft and then teach it to younger kids!! Crafts include puppet assembly, making books, and creating painted papers.

       - Bike Repair Clinic - get your bike ready for the summer!! Check safety, flat repairs, and gear adjusting. You do NOT need to bring your own bike - BUT YOU CAN!

       - Build Your Personal Profile - for college!!! Become familiar with college applications, test taking, and work on your writing skills. 

       - Krump Dance!! - learn to dance aggressively and energetically in this dance workshop!!

       - Teen Writing Workshop - hone your creative writing skills in this workshop!!! Build your writing toolbox!!!!

       Let Lisa or Nancy know your top two choices right away!!!



 





 

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Tuesday February 22, 2011

Call for submissions for local online literary journal: Ink-Filled Page

Posted on Tuesday February 22, 2011 by Belmont

Ink-Filled Page is a literary and art journal produced by Indigo Editing & Publications. The journal is published online quarterly. The Spring issue is just for creators in grades 6-12. Authors who earn publication also receive professional editing services on their selected stories. All contributors will have the opportunity to participate in readings and art shows to feature Ink-Filled Page work.


The deadline to submit to the Spring Youth Issue is February 28; Artwork deadline extended to March 21st

Read the complete submission guidelines.

Read the current issue of the Ink-Filled Page.

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Sunday February 13, 2011

Holt Adoptee Camp 2010

Posted on Sunday February 13, 2011 by Hillsdale

            Holt Adoptee Camp 2008 and 2010

This year at Holt Adoptee Camp 2010 we danced to Walking on the Moon. It was fun last year at camp we danced to Imma Bea by the Black Eyed Peas. Every year at camp sophie and I do hip- pop at Holt Camp. At holt camp we danced to this song called the Butterfly Doors.

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Wednesday February 02, 2011

Hillsdale Teen Council Minutes 2/2/11

Posted on Wednesday February 02, 2011 by Hillsdale

Murderous Melodrama: Mystery in the Library

For teens-use your detective skills to solve the mystery! Wednesday April 6th from 4-5 pm at Hillsdale Library (PRIZES!)

Pokemon Freeplay

For ages 7-14, come and show off your Pokemon skills. March 26th & April 30th from 4-5 pm (PRIZES!)

Pokemon event every last Saturday?

 

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Wednesday January 05, 2011

Hillsdale Teen Council Minutes 1/4/11

Posted on Wednesday January 05, 2011 by Hillsdale

First Teen Council of the New Year! Happy 2011

 Pokemon Free Play=Last Saturday in March & April (4-5 pm)

Mystery in the Library-April, promote with posters, advertise

Earth Day, Younger Kid Party, Writing Contest, Pro Social Activity, Duct Tape, Mother's Day Program

Patron Party=accomplished


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Monday November 22, 2010

Smile

Posted on Monday November 22, 2010 by Hillsdale

The movie takes place in China it is about a father and his teenage daughter they were in a horrible accident the father gets hit by a bus and his arm was crushed when they went to the bus someone bandaged up his arm. His daughter was born with a cleft lip she had to be turned away it is a sad movie and she gets her surgey.

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movie reviews

Posted on Monday November 22, 2010 by Hillsdale

It is about this guy and and he looks for a boy to carry on the family name and he finds a boy and he finds out the boy is a girl it is a good movie you should watch it sometimes.

By: Lucy

 

 

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Friday October 29, 2010

Hollywood Teen Council presents Teen Picks. Books, Movies, Music, Etc.

Posted on Friday October 29, 2010 by Hollywood

 Each link will take you right into the library catalog so you can place holds on what you're interested in.

 

In the Time of the Butterflies

Alvarez, Julia

FICTION ALVAREZ 2010

Meet the Mirabal sisters - Patira, Minerva, Maria, Teresa, and Dede, - extraordinary girls who sacrifice the lives they know in the name of justice and freedom, in this historically based, whimsically-written tale that will have you laughing and crying. 

 

Forest of Hands and Teeth

Ryan, Carrie

y RYAN 2009

Mary lives in a village surrounded by the 'Unconsecrated' or the hoard of the undead who have terrorized the small village for years before anyone can remember. Mary dreams of the world outside her village and the hope for land far away from the Unconsecrated. This chilling zombie apocalypse story will keep you turning pages all the way through. 

 

The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society

Schaffer, Mary & Barrows, Annie

FICTION SCHAFFER

Set in the emotional rebuilding years after WWII in the isle of Guernsey in the British Channel, this historical novel is a beautifully poignant compilation of letters that is well worth the read. 

 

An Abundance of Katherines

Green, John

y GREEN

Dumped by 19 girls named Katherine, child prodigy Colin Singleton and his best friend take a heart-healing road trip where Colin hopes to prove mathematically that relationships are predictable and earn his way into adulthood as a certified genius.

Catalyst

Anderson, Laurie Halse

y ANDERSON

Kate Malone's life is full of twists and turns, from her stress about getting accepted to Harvard, to the troubles of her friends and family. Journey along with her in this skillfully relatable novel as she discovers that she is only human, fraught with insecurities, doubts, and questions - and that's okay. 

 

Running with Scissors

Burroughs, Augustine

B-Bu944r 2002b

Augustine Burroughs tells the story of his uncanny childhood growing up the child of a delusional poet, who gave him up to her unorthodox psychoanalyst. Augustine finds himself amidst a bizarre family where everyday threatens his sanity...

 

As Simple as Snow

Galloway, Gregory

FICTION GALLOWAY

Some mysteries are better left unsolved, as is with the case of missing Anna who preferred to be called Anastasia and spent her time writing obituaries. She was an enigma alive, but proves to be even more of one dead, as packages, songs and clues lead the reader to uncover the cryptic conclusion.

 

The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy

Adams, Douglas

SF ADAMS

As you open the cover of this absurdist masterpiece, prepare yourself for a hilarious, nonsensical journey in which you'll discover the meaning of Life, the Universe, and Everything.

Sequel: The Restaurant at the End of the Universe

 

Everybody into the Pool

Lisick, Beth

B-Li6868e 2005

In this culture-rich paradox of a memoir, Beth Lisick takes us through her unpredictable and humorous California life as homecoming princess to alterna-mom as she tries to figure out what went wrong that made her who she is. 

 

Extremely Loud and Incredibly Close

Safron Foer, Jonathan

FICTION FOER

Nine year old Oskar Schell, grieving over his father's death in the 9/11 attacks, copes the only way he can... searching for a mystery. Oskar searches New York looking for the key behind his father's death along the way meeting an assortment of new friendships.

 

Pride and Prejudice and Zombies

Grahame-Smith, Seth

FICTION GRAHAMESM 2009

In this hilarious mash-up, meet the Bennet sisters like you've never seen them before! Now with a zombie plague on the rise in the town of Meryton, the sisters must battle the undead while attempting to manage marriage proposals and English Tea. 

 

Breakfast of Champions

Vonnegut, Kurt

FICTION VONNEGUT 2006

This novel focuses on the story of one of Vonnegut's commonly used characters, a poor sci-fi novelist named Kilgore Trout, and how he drove a man insane. This satire filled novel will have you laughing so hard you won't be able to turn the page.

 

Please Don't Kill the Freshman

Trope, Zoe

y 305.235 T856p 2003

This memoir reveals the truth about high school through the brutally honest words of Zoe Trope. Written by a teen for teens in poetic and contemporary style, you'll laugh and cry as you join Zoe on her quest for adulthood and freedom for the school she calls hell. 

 

Cat's Cradle

Vonnegut, Kurt

FICTION VONNEGUT 2006

A book full of lies, this novel gives an enjoyable satire on both religion and the doom that our technology will inevitably bring. Prepare yourself for a religious experience that stops only as the world comes to an end.

 

Night

Wiesel, Elie

940.5318 W6497n 2006

A holocaust survivor, Wiesel gives his recounting of the horrific hardships he endured as the Germans transferred him about from concentration camp to concentration camp. An absolute classic, yet still enjoyable read, this book should be first on your list.

 

Rime of the Ancient Mariner

Coleridge, Samuel Taylor

821.7 C693r 1970

A classic epic poem with beautiful lyricism and poignant imagery, this tale is an essential for those interested in the art of literature and poetry. “Water, water everywhere, and all the boards did shrink. Water, water everywhere, nor any drop to drink.”

 

I Am America (and So Can You!)

Colbert, Steven

818.6 C684i 2007

A hilarious satire on Republican extremism composed by comedian Steven Colbert. Indulging rants about things that are wrong with the country, and Colbert’s “knee jerk beliefs” on everything from the liberal media to environmentalists express the absurdly misguided persona of personified Republican America.

 

Stop me if you've heard this one before

Yoo, David

y YOO 2008

This is a modern book with a Romeo and Juliet twist. Albert Kim is a loner at school until he hangs out with the most popular girl over the summer. Can they hang out together during the craziest school year ever? Or are they destined to be apart?

Media

 

Good bye Lenin!

Arndt, Stefen

DVD Foreign GOOD

Alex Kerner knows his mother would be shocked into another coma if she were to know the Berlin wall fell and capitalism was restored. In this entertaining German film, Alex goes to great lengths to protect his mother from the truth as he creates the illusion that the German Democratic Republic was left unchanged.

 

Hang On Little Tomato

Pink Martini

CD Popular PINK

The sophomore album of Portland world music/jazz group Pink Martini featuring songs both toe-tappingly upbeat and enchanting & slow. Lead singer China Forbes's hauntingly beautiful voice, pianist Thomas Lauderdale's extraordinary playing, and the addition of the large variety of instrumentalists form an unforgettable combination.

 

The Fury of Our Maker's Hand

DevilDriver

CD Popular DEVILDRIV

The groups second album, DevilDriver really falls into their groove with this release. Still perhaps their greatest release to date, this album contains songs that will continue to define the group throughout its existence. The library's special edition copy also contains a live DVD of DevilDriver performing some of their best songs.

 

Everything is Illuminated

Saraf, Peter

DVD Drama EVERYTHIN

This charming movie set in Ukraine will take you on the most enjoyable yet heart-wrenching emotional rollercoaster of the summer.

 

Ma Vie En Rose

Berliner, Alain

DVD Foreign MA

In this heart-breaking foreign film, meet Lucious a little boy with the heart of diva. In tutus and crowns, he lives in a suburb town filled with people who mock and fear anything different. Struggling to fit in, he finds himself and teaches his parents to accept him for who he is.

 

Zeitgeist

Joseph, Peter

DVD 364.1 ZEITGEIST

A movie that details the origins of Christianity, the events of 9/11, and the economic influence of the Federal Reserve, this movie is an absolute must-see for anyone who wants to understand the world they're living in. This will be by far one of the best documentaries you've ever seen, perhaps only to be surpassed by its sequel Zeitgeist II: Addendum.

 

Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog

Whedon, Joss

DVD Musicals DR

The smash hit of the internet, brought to DVD featuring lovable quirky characters like Captain Hammer, Moist, Bad Horse, and Dr. Horrible himself. Sing along to all your favorite songs from this amusing and amazing musical... and be prepared for an unexpected ending!

 

The Lives of Others

Henckel von Donnersmarck, Florian

DVD Foreign LIVES

Set in Communist Germany, this fascinating drama provides insight into the structure of society at the time, bringing a humorous but sobering perspective.

 

Hamlet

Wyver, John

DVD Drama HAMLET

Brilliant actor David Tennant (Doctor Who) brings this Shakespearian classic once more into the public eye in this excellently-presented adaptation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Wednesday September 15, 2010

Hillsdale Teen Council Minutes 9/15/10

Posted on Wednesday September 15, 2010 by Hillsdale

Icebreaker with M & Ms

Tamora Pierce Author Lecture

-October 18th, 7pm at the Old Church. We need volunteers!

Pokemon Freeplay

-Possibly December 11th in the afternoon (POSTERS!)

BRAINSTORM:

-Halloween (more Teen Councils for publicity)

-Mystery in the Library (order kit from online)

-Make a Video

-Draw Scenes from books to decorate

-Duct Tape

-Skit

-Family Game Night

-Wii Program

-Video Contest for the Teen Councils

-Iron Chef Teen Edition

-Holiday Party

Next Meeting: October 13th, 4-5:30

4-5=Caricature Artist

Regular Council Until 5:30



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Thursday July 08, 2010

Watch the winners of the Printz award talk about their books!

Posted on Thursday July 08, 2010 by Central Library

Which of these have you read? What was your favorite? If you haven't read them yet, click on a book title to place a hold on it in the library catalog.

Adam Rapp, for Punkzilla: Rick Yancey, for The Monstrumologist: Deborah Heiligman, for Charles and Emma: the Darwins' Leap of Faith: John Barnes, for Tales of the Madman Underground: Libba Bray, winner, for Going Bovine:

Thursday June 03, 2010

Teen Council Retreat

Posted on Thursday June 03, 2010 by Midland

What: Teen Council Retreat | Pajama Party!

Where: Midland Library. 805 SE 122nd | 503.988.5392

When: Tuesday, June 22 | 4-7:30 p.m.

Prizes for the most creative pajama outfit! | Bring a book for the book exchange...

FREE FOOD! FREE FOOD! FREE FOOD! FREE FOOD! FREE FOOD! FREE FOOD!

 

Monday March 22, 2010

borded

Posted on Monday March 22, 2010 by Holgate

When there is a few week until you sign up for the summer reading volunteer, it is bording in school when we have to do homework

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Thursday March 04, 2010

Poem: Want to End it All by Ingrid

Posted on Thursday March 04, 2010 by Sara Ryan

Want to end it all

Sometimes you feel like this,

you want to end it all, you

feel so small among them all

with your soul oppressed by

the world so cruel, * you

wont open your eyes, cuz you

dont want to see what is left

for you, you look so scared

but not surprised seems as

they have always been the

owners of you life



Your hopes were all gone,

feel the death has a place in

your home, seems i have been

so far from you those days,

but you were always far from

me,and as look you around you

you will see everyone has

gone , you are all alone now,

searching for a home to cry

out your pain

But who can hear you, who can

heal you,  even if your far i

am always near you 



searching for a new

beginning, searching for a

new home, searching for a new

home, or simply a place where

i must belong, just dont want

to end it all
 

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Poem: What Is! by Rose

Posted on Thursday March 04, 2010 by Sara Ryan

what is love to you?is it a word? is it a feeling?how does it feel when you say it to me?or when i say it to you? do you get that warm feeling?or do you even feel anything at all?what is pain?is it a word is it the feeling you get when you fall and theres no one to help you back up...do you love me or do you hate me? does it pain you to see the black and blue you give me?...does it really pain you to see just what your doin to me?the tears runing down my face?how does it make you feel when im in pain because of you or when im afraid of you?does it make you feel good or do you even care?...so tell me now what is pain do you even feel any at all?what is love to you?do you feel any for me any more?

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