Programs - Programs For Young Adults

CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS | YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS
ADULT PROGRAMS | ON-GOING PROGRAMS

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PETERS TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL

Meeting dates: Sundays, December 6, 2009, January 3, February 7, March 7, April 11, 2010
Time: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Do you have ideas about how to improve the Young Adult Department? Are there programs you'd like to see offered or titles you'd like to see added to our collection? Join us in the Teen Room and we'll discuss your ideas and how to make them happen. All teens interested in participating in the Council are welcome to join.

Stop by the Teen Room 7 days a week during library open hours to use our gaming equipment, read, or hang out with friends!

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Register for young adult programs at the Teen Reference Desk, unless otherwise noted.

FAMILY AFTER HOURS MOVIE NIGHT

Are movie prices getting you down? Not sure how to spend time with the family on a budget? We have just the solution for you! Join us for our monthly Family After Hours Movie Night, complete with popcorn! Movies will be shown in the Teen Reading Room using the overhead projector and big screen.

Ages: All ages welcome
Next Movie Night: Friday, March 5, 2010
Movie: 2012
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Popcorn and snacks will be served -- see you there!

"THE GALLERY" SHOWCASES STUDENT PHOTOS
February 25 - March 10, 2010

The Peters Township High School Photography Classes will exhibit their work in the main lobby of the Peters Township Public Library from February 25 - March 10, 2010 during library hours. "The Gallery" is a display of hundreds of student photographs from the classes and club at the high school. An opening reception will be held on February 25 from 6:30-8 p.m. All are welcome to attend.

Over 80 students contributed work for this exciting event. The Photography Club officers are Amber Doerr, Samantha Norris, Kaitlin Richert, Britany Grezjka, Shannon Gallaway and Jessica Kleja.

For more information about “The Gallery,” contact the club sponsor, Erin Boni, at bonie@pt-sd.org or the Library at 724-941-9430.

LIBRARY LOCK-IN, PART II

Ages: 10 - 18
When: Friday, March 12 - Saturday, March 13, 2010
Time: 9:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.
Cost: $5.00

Come to the library for our second Library Lock-In! Patrons between the ages of 10 - 18 are invited to attend and enjoy crafts, games, movies and food. Bring your favorite pajamas, pillows and sleeping bags for an exciting all-night event at the library! Registration, fee and permission slip must be completed at the Teen Desk in order to attend.

"SPEEDY DELIVERY" MR. MCFEELY VISITS THE LIBRARY!

Join us at the library for a visit with one of our favorite neighbors. Mr. McFeely (aka David Newell) will be stopping by to share stories about some of the "Neighborhood of Make Believe" puppets he will have with him, and will also lead a sing-along of favorite "Neighborhood" songs. For kids of all ages! Register at the library's circulation desk.

GAMING TOURNAMENTS

MARIO KART WII TOURNAMENT SEASON

When: Saturdays, January 9, February 13, March 6, April 3, 2010; Grand Championship is on May 1, 2010!
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Check in is at 11:00 a.m. Game play will begin at 11:30 a.m. You must check in before 11:30 a.m. in order to play.
Ages: Grades 6 - 12
Registration is required for each tournament session and is limited to 32 players. Register at the Teen Desk.

Start your engines and join us in the Teen Reading Room to show off your racing skills to all your friends. Each participant will have the chance to race once, and the top two winners will move on to the final three qualification rounds. Prizes will be awarded to each month's first and second place winners and they will be eligible to compete in the Mario Kart Grand Prix!

Questions? E-mail the Young Adult Librarian at youngadultlibrarian@ptlibrary.org

GUITAR HERO TOURNAMENT, PART II

When: Saturdays, January 30, February 27, March 27, April 24, 2010
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Check in is at 11:30 a.m. Game play will begin at 12:00 p.m. You must check in before 12:00 p.m. in order to play.
Ages: Grades 6 - 12
Registration is required for each tournament session and is limited to 32 players. Register at the Teen Desk.

Are you the best guitarist in Peters Township? Show off your guitar skills in our second Guitar Hero Wii Tournament this winter! We'll have two winners each month who will be eligible to compete in our final competition in April. Get ready to ROCK!

Questions? E-mail the Young Adult Librarian at youngadultlibrarian@ptlibrary.org

POKÉMON COMPETITION

When: Saturday, March 20, 2010
Time: 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. Check in is at 11:30 a.m. Game play will begin at 12:00 p.m. You must check in before 12:00 p.m. in order to play.
Ages: Grades 6 - 12
Registration is required for each tournament session and is limited to 32 players. Register at the Teen Desk.

Do you love to play Pokémon on your DS? Looking for a place to enjoy the game with your friends? Then join us in the Teen Room for our FIRST EVER Pokémon competition. You don't need to own a DS to participate and prizes will be awarded to our winners. Consult your Pokedex and get ready to play!

Questions? E-mail the Young Adult Librarian at youngadultlibrarian@ptlibrary.org

FALL / WINTER PROGRAMS

Register for young adult programs at the Teen Reference Desk, unless otherwise noted.

ENGLISH-CHINESE FOR YOUNG ADULTS / ADULTS

Duration: 10 weeks, January 16 - March 27, 2010 (Please note: no class on February 13, 2010)
When: Saturdays, 11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
Cost: $60.00
Instructor: Barbara Chen, M. Ed., native Chinese speaker (www.chenchinese.com)

This class is designed for those interested in learning Chinese Pinyin (phonics), basic Chinese characters, conversation and Chinese cultures. Beginners are welcome. Register at the library's circulation desk.

S.A.T. PREPARATION WORKSHOP

Ages: Students entering grades 8 - 12
Duration: 4 weeks, Tuesday, February 16; Thursday, February 18; Tuesday, February 23; Wednesday, February 24; Tuesday, March 2; Wednesday, March 3; Tuesday, March 9; Thursday, March 11, 2010
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Minimum: 8 students
Cost: $150.00 (includes a copy of Master the SAT workbook)
Instructors: Dr. Terry Kushner and Mr. Nick Beck, certified teachers experienced in teaching SAT preparatory courses

In this workshop, students will be taught thinking strategies and test-taking skills to assist them in improving their S.A.T. scores in the English, Math, and Writing sections of the tests. Register at the library's circulation desk. Registration is not complete until payment is received. S.A.T. test date: March 13, 2010

ST. PATRICK'S DAY PARTY

Ages: Grades 6 - 12
When: Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Celebrate St. Patrick's Day in style! We'll cook up some genuine Irish cuisine, listen to Irish music, and even try out some Irish step dancing! Enjoy an evening celebrating all things Ireland!

ICE CREAM SCIENCE

Ages: Grades 6 - 12
When: Wednesday, March 24, 2010
Time: 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Do you love ice cream? If you answer is YES then join us to celebrate our favorite thins about ice cream. We'll make our own ice cream and taste-test some of our favorite flavors. A great way to take a delicious break from homework!

RED CROSS BABYSITTING CLASS

Ages: 11 and up
When:

Saturday, March 27, 2010, 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and
Sunday, March 28, 2010, 12:30 - 4:00 p.m.

The Red Cross Babysitting Course teaches students about child development and how to care for children of all ages. This course prepares future babysitters for all kinds of situations from changing diapers to how to handle an emergency. CPR is not included. An official Red Cross Certificate is awarded to everyone who passes this training. Fee must be paid at time of registration. Please bring a brown bag lunch for Saturday sessions. Participants are required to bring a copy of their birth certificate to the first class and must be 11 by March 27, 2010. Students must attend both days and pass the training to receive their official Red Cross Certificate. Register at the library's circulation desk.

BOARD GAME NIGHT

Ages: Grades 6 - 12
When: Thursday, April 8, 2010
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Need a break from video gaming for an evening? Join us to play your favorite board games like Twister, Clue and Monopoly. Snacks will be served. Get ready to roll the dice!

CINCO DE MAYO FIESTA!

Ages: Grades 6 - 12
When: Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Time: 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Join us in the Teen Room for an afternoon fiesta! We’ll whip up some food, listen to music and make a craft. Ole!

FATHER'S DAY OUT

Ages: All ages and DADS!
When: Saturday, June 19, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Attention all teens! Bring your fathers to participate in our first Fathers vs. Kids Wii Tournament! During the day, we’ll also have an ugly tie contest, a story-time, duct tape craft projects and much more! Dads, find out what the Library has to offer to make your life easier – free WiFi, study rooms, Consumer Reports online, Mango Languages and more.

ONGOING PROGRAMS

Register for young adult programs at the Teen Reference Desk, unless otherwise noted.

OPEN GAMING SESSIONS

The teen room is typically open for gaming 7 days a week. Call or check our blog weekly to check for specific hours when the systems are available for use.

AFTERNOON MOVIE LOUNGE

Ages: Grades 6 - 12
When: Thursdays, November 19, December 3, 17, 2009, January 7, February 25, March 18, April 22, May 13, 2010
Time: 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Need a break from classes and homework? Drop by the Teen Room to screen popular movies with your friends on our projection wall! You pick the movie and we'll provide the popcorn and soda. Check our blog or Facebook page to see what movie will be shown each session.

FAMILY AFTER HOURS MOVIE NIGHT

Ages: Grades 6 - 12
When: Fridays, December 4, 2009, January 8, February 5, March 5, 2010
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Are movie prices getting you down? Not sure how to spend time with the family on a budget? We have just the solution for you! Join us for a monthly movie night, complette with popcorn! Movies will be shown in the Teen Reading Room using the overhead projector on the BIG SCREEN. Check at the Teen Desk and on the library's website to find out monthly movie selections.

ANIME CLUB

Ages: Grades 6 - 12
When: Every Friday (no meeting on December 25, 2009, January 1, 2010, April 2, 2010)
Time: 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Join us in the Teen Reading Room for food, drinks, and all things Anime and Manga. Bring your favorites to discuss and share every week.

INTERNATIONAL AFTERNOONS

Ages: Grades 6 - 12
When: Wednesdays, December 9, 2009, January 13, February 17, March 31, April 14, May 19, 2010
Time: 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

Join us monthly to discover a new country and experience their culture through movies, art, fashion and food. Get out your passport and check in each week to see which country we're visiting next!

LATE NIGHT AT THE LIBRARY

Ages: Grades 6 - 12
When: Thursdays, December 3, 2009, January 21, February 18, March 11, April 8, May 27, 2010
Time: 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.

Join us for an after hours evening of mayhem each month at the library. We'll do something new and exciting for each session, like a chocolate party or movie marathon. See you there!

DINNER AND DISCUSSION

Ages: Grades 6 - 12
When: Mondays, December 14, 2009, January 18, February 15, March 8, April 19, May 17, 2010
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Join us in the Teen Reading Room to discuss our favorite books and enjoy a good meal!. Call or stop by the Teen Desk to find out what we are reading each month and to drop off your suggestions for books or dinner.

TEEN WRITERS' STUDIO

Ages: Grades 6 - 12
When: Tuesdays, December 15, 2009, January 5, February 9, March 16, April 6, 2010
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

Are you a writer or aspiring writer? Are you unsure which direction to take your short story, novel or poem? Then join us in the Teen Room eto share and offer advice to your peers and fellow writers. Come prepared to share with something you have either written or are in the process of writing. All are welcome and no registration is required.

GIRL'S NIGHT OUT

Ages: Girls in grades 4th - 8th and their moms / caregivers
When: 1st Monday of the month, January 4, February 1, March 1, April 5, May 3, 2010
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

It's a girls night out! This after-school group meets once a month -- just us girls! Enjoy reading together, watching chick flicks, and sharing in this special mother-daughter book club! Register in the Children's Department.

FANS OF FANTASY BOOK CLUB

Ages: Grades 4 -8
When: Last Thursday of the month, January 28, February 25, March 25, April 29, May 27, 2010
Time: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.

Attention Harry Potter lovers! Now that the last book has come out ... what do we read next? Fans of fantasy get together for a fun-filled night of games, snacks, prizes, crafts, movies, and much more! Join us as we meet once a month to talk about the new books we've read and what we'll read next. Register in the Children's Department.

MAKING WAVES! 2010 SUMMER READING PROGRAM FOR TEENS (9 weeks, June 21 - August 20, 2010)

School’s out, the sun is shining and the snow has FINALLY melted. This means it’s time for our 2010 Summer Reading Program. Get your bathing suit and goggles out because summer 2010 is all about wild, water adventures!

Sign-ups begin at our Summer Reading Kickoff Party, scheduled for June 5, 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. We’ll have live music, games, crafts and food as well as prizes for our first 100 teens to sign up.

This year our theme is “Making Waves” and we’ll “rock the boat” and cause an “ocean commotion” with a unique craft experience every Friday, 1:30-3:00 p.m., from June 21-August 20. Our program will conclude with a “Big Splash Bash” just for our teen patrons! This year, our teens will also have the opportunity to enter a raffle for a big prize just by keeping track of the books they read during the summer season.

Also coming up this summer, our Teen Room will host a variety of movie nights, After Hours Adventures, gaming tournaments, book clubs and more! Stay tuned for information on all of our upcoming programs. Get ready to dive in and make a splash during summer 2010 in the Teen Reading Room!

As always, thank you to the Friends of the Library, for their continued support of the summer reading program. Ask about how you can join the Friends and help support the library.

VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES

VOLUNTEENS

Ages: Grades 6 - 12
Time: One to two hours per week

If you're between the ages of 13 - 19 years old, like meeting new people, want to gain some valuable work experience and want to make a contribution to your community ... you can be a teen volunteer at the Peters Township Public Library! To read our volunteer brochure or print a volunteer application, visit the "General Information" page on our website at www.ptlibrary.org. You can also call the library at (724) 941-9430 to find out how you can help!

PETERS TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY YOUTH ADVISORY COUNCIL

Meeting dates: Sundays, December 6, 2009, January 3, February 7, March 7, April 11, 2010
Time: 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Do you have ideas about how to improve the Young Adult Department? Are there programs you'd like to see offered or titles you'd like to see added to our collection? Join us in the Teen Room and we'll discuss your ideas and how to make them happen. All teens interested in participating in the Council are welcome to join.

TEEN ONLINE BOOK CLUB

Our Teen Online Book Club features mysteries, comedies, true-life adventures and even some science-fiction. Every day a new five minute read; every week a new book. Reading was never so easy and so much fun! Go back to the library's home page and click on the OnLine Book Club logo to sign up for the teen book club.

KID SURVEY

Washington County Libraries along with various community partners are creating a webpage specifically for students in grades 4-8. Students in grades 4-8 are being asked to provide feedback for developing and adding to the webpage. Please click on the following link if you would like to participate in the survey: Kid Survey