Star Wars All Week!

No official Teen Programming this week: Just Star Wars!

Monday, December 14 - 6:00 pm - Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi

Tuesday, December 15 - 6:00 pm - Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace

Wednesday, December 16 - 6:00 pm - Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones

Thursday, December 17 - Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith

Star Wars Marathon

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Dinner and a Movie

Join us at 6 p.m. in the Community Room for

Dinner and A Movie

We'll have pizza, drinks, and maybe for dessert some "truffle shuffle" .

Start Getting Your Cosplays Ready....

Saturday, June 28 the library will be throwing our first ever 

"Fandoms United"

Think of it as a mini Comic Con right here in your local library.  We'll play themed games, discuss, debate, and refute head-cannons and theories, plus we'll be having a cosplay contest with prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.

So get busy planning your costumes!!

Non-Stop Movies

We'll be showing movies non-stop in the TEEN SCENE today.  Stop by and catch a flick.

[Don't forget about Writer's Group at 2!]

For Those of You Who Missed Last Night's Awards

You voted and the results are in...

BEST MOVIE OF 2013:

Wolverine

WORST MOVIE OF 2013:

Pacific Rim

BEST BOOK OF 2013:

House of Hades by Rick Riordan

WORST BOOK OF 2013:

If You Could Be Mine by Sara Farizan

Congratulations to all the winners and thanks to everyone who voted!  Stop by the Teen Scene to pick up a copy of these "notable" books/movies and see if you agree.

Teen Book Awards (And Game Night)

You voted, now see the results! We'll unveil the results of the best and worst books and movies in 2013 according to your votes this Thursday at 6 pm. 

We'll also have all the video games to play, like a normal third Thursday game night of course. So come on down! Ages 13-18. 

Ring In The New Year Like Gatsby

January 2   

5:30 p.m.   

Community Room  

Ring in the New Year in true Gatsby style.  Get all dolled up in your best 20's gear and join the Teen Scene as we party and watch the latest film adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby.

Please note that the event will start at 5:30 rather than the usual 6:00

Divergent Movie Trailer

It's up here. What do you think fans?

Best/Worst Books 2013

   If you haven't voted yet, stop by the Teen Scene and vote for the BEST/WORST books, movies, and characters of 2013.  We'd love to hear your opinions!!  All of the ballots will be collected and counted with the winners to be announced in January.  



*Your ballot also serves as an entry into a prize drawing so be sure to cast your vote!

The Hobbit this Thursday!

ALL AGES may join us for an unexpected journey on Thursday, April 11, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. for a very special showing of the HOBBIT!

Upcoming Marvel Movie Previews

Check out these previews for upcoming movies from Marvel Comics, including Thor 2, Captain America: Winter Soldier, Guardians of the Galaxy (Rocket Raccoon !), and Ant-Man.

Before you see the movie, check out the books:


Thor
Captain America: Winter Solider

Spring Break Movies

This week, Monday through Thursday, in the Teen Scene, we'll be showing spring break movies!

All week, 2pm

Monday: Hugo (PG)
Tuesday: Adventures of TinTin (PG)
Wednesday: Kung Fu Panda 2 (PG)
Thursday: Video Games! (PS3)

I am #4

This Thursday @ 6pm in the RPL Community Room: I Am #4 (PG-13). Come watch this action packed movie based on the bestselling book by Pittacus Lore.

Student made Book Trailer

This is a video by student John Harris made at one of our programs this month. It promotes the Hunger Games Trilogy. Check it out!

Interested in making one yourself? Leave us a note in the comments below or come speak with us.

New Hunger Games Trailer

In case you missed it.

Early October Events at the RPL Teen Scene

October Teen Events at the Rogers Public Library:

Teen Coffee House
October 1st 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
For ages 13-18
Teens, will be able to come enjoy coffee, poetry and singing. We will have an open mic for those who wish to share any poetry or songs with their peers.

Teen Book Group
October 6th 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
For grades 6-12. We’ll be discussing Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins.

YAAC
October 8th, 5:00 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Discuss what is happening in Teen Scene for you! Let us know what type of programs you would like to have happen at the library, movies and more! Teens, ages 13-18, and guests welcome to attend! Refreshments will be provided.

Teen Movie: The Nightmare Before Christmas (PG)
October 8th, 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

YAAC
October 10th, 11:00 a.m.-11:30 a.m.

Teen Anime Club
October 10th, 12:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m.

Empower Me 2 Be Workshop
October 13th 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Come to the 'Empower Me 2 Be' Workshop and join all the fun! In this session will focus on phyiscal activity and what the benefits are. Also learn easy, fun and practical ways to eat better and move more--for life! Teens ages 13-18 and their guest are invited to attend. Refreshments provided.

For more information on any of the above contact:
Evan Day, Young Adult Librarian
621-1152, ext. 32 or eday@rogersark.org
Visit our YA Blog at http://rplya.blogspot.com/

Let me volunteer a suggestion.

Wondering what you'll do this summer? Want something that will look good on a resume or MAPS binder? Volunteer at the library for Summer Reading Club! Drop by the library or ask your school librarian if they have applications! Don't delay! Training is coming soon!

Also, here's some upcoming Teen Movies at RPL:

Upcoming this Thursday (April 30th) at 6 p.m., we'll be showing the The Goonies (PG).

Then the following week (May 7th), also at 6 p.m., we will be showing We are Marshall (PG)

These events are for ages 13-18.

This Week

Today, Tuesday March 3rd, we have our Teen Book Group at 4:30. Even if you haven't signed up, come on down and join us!

Later in the week, our Thursday movie is Prince Caspian (PG). It's 149 minutes long.

This Week, and March Upcoming

This Thursday at 6 it's game night again. Then this Saturday there's an anime club meeting at 12. We'll be screening episodes of Case Closed (TV-PG).

What's up for March?


YAAC
Young Adult Advisory Council
Second Saturdays, 11 a.m.-11:30 p.m.
Discuss what’s happening, and what you would
like to happen, at the library. Refreshments will be provided. Event is for ages 13-18.

Rogers Teen Book Group:
4:30 p.m. 1st Tuesday of the month, starting March 3rd. We’ll be discussing Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.
Sign up online or at the library. Grades 6-12.

IM Homework Help with tutor.com
March 11th and 25th, 4-5:30 p.m. Learn how to use tutor.com to receive live homework help online! Ages 7 to 18 only.

Teen Breakfast and a Movie:
March 24th, 9-11 a.m. Have breakfast on us and watch Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2! (PG-13) Ages 13-18.


Thursday Movies: 6-8 p.m.
For Teens, ages 13-18.
Refreshments provided, but don’t take them out
of the Community Room!

March 5th Prince Caspian (PG)
March 12th Vote Online!!

3rd and 4th Thursday Gaming Night: 6-8 p.m.
That’s right, Game Night is now twice a month. Join us every 3rd and 4th Thursday Night for Nintendo Wii games and more courtesy of The RPL Teen Scene and Game Crazy! This event is for ages 13-18.
Refreshments provided!

March 19th
March 26th

Anime Club
12-2 p.m. Second and Fourth Saturdays
Have snacks, watch an episode of an Anime program, as well a chance to share your anime artwork,
fanfiction, or just chat with other anime fans.
This event is for ages 13-18.
Sign up at the library, or send an email.

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