Programs of the Past
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Email: Shelley Mastalerz
October 2009
September 2009
August 2009
July 2009
June 2009
May 2009
April 2009
March 2009
February 2009
January 2009
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October 2009
Henna for Teens
Friday, October 9th from 3-5:30
Have you seen someone with Henna art, and wanted to take part? Well, here's your chance! Come in for a free henna tattoo at the Burlington Public Library on Friday, October 9th. Henna is all natural (chemical free) and is not permanent. You can make an appointment by calling the Youth Services at 781.270.1692 or stop by the Youth Services Desk while you're at the library.
Teen Game Day
Friday, October 16th from 4-6:00
It's Game Day at the Burlington Public Library! Anyone in grades 6th-12th is welcome to drop by anytime between 4-6PM for food and fun. Game Day will include a Wii (Wii Sports, Mario Kart, Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games) as well as board games. Feel free to bring friends and any games you would like to play. Hope to see you here!
Teen Halloween Movie Matinee: The Ring
Friday, October 30th from 3-5:30
Up for a Halloween Treat? Anyone in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to come in for popcorn, a movie, and some Halloween candy! Of course a scary movie is in order. This month's movie is The Ring starring Naomi Watts and Martin Henderson. Remember any teen movie that is shown is rated PG-13- if you are under 13 we need a guardian's permission for you to see the movie!
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September 2009
Teen Movie Night: Baby Mama
Tuesday, September 8th from 6-8:30
Anyone in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to come in for popcorn and a movie! This month's selection is the movie Baby Mama starring Amy Poehler and Tina Fey. Remember any teen movie that is shown is rated PG-13- if you are under 13 we need a guardian's permission to see the movie!
Teen Game Day
Friday, September 18th from 4-6:00
It's Game Day at the Burlington Public Library! Anyone in grades 6th-12th is welcome to drop by anytime between 4-6PM for food and fun. Game Day will include a Wii (Wii Sports, Mario Kart, Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games) as well as board games. Feel free to bring friends and any games you would like to play. Hope to see you here!
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August 2009
Poetry Workshop
Monday, August 3rd
6:00 to 7:30pm
Get creative by attending a beginner’s poetry workshop. No experience is required. All those who sign up by Friday, July 31st will receive a free book of poetry.
Open Mic Night / Gallery Event
Friday, August 7th
3:00 to 6:00pm
It’s time for you to express your creativity! All artists, crafters, sculptors, and photographers are invited to display their work for a gallery reception that starts at 3:00. At 4:00 readers and musicians are welcomed to recite favorite passages and poems– or perform their own original writings or songs! Those interested in showing at the gallery must be signed up by Monday, August 3rd so that space can be worked out, readers and musicians can sign up during the Open Mic portion on a first come first serve basis. Coffee and baked goods will be provided!
Graphic Novel and Manga Bagel and Book Talk
Thursday, August 13th
12:30 to 1:30pm
Book Talks will take place every other week throughout the summer, and each will focus on the genre or format that is being explored during the week. Never been to a Book Talk? It’s okay – Book Talks are very relaxed. It’s simply sharing books that you have read, and listening to others about books they have read. It’s a great place to pick up titles that might sound interesting! Bagels and coffee will be provided.
Summer Reading Ends: Genre Party
Friday, August 14th
4:00 to 6:00pm
Celebrate the end of summer reading with some pizza and a few raffles – one book from each genre will be raffled off (only those who attend are eligible for book raffle). Also the grand prize winner of “Find What’s Out There @ Your Library” will be chosen at 5:30! (You do not have to attend to be the winner of the grand prize.) All those who wish to enter for the grand prize drawing must complete their Genre game card by Thursday, August 13th by the end of the day at 9 pm
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July 2009
Biography/Non-Fiction Bagel and Book Talk
Thursday, July 2nd
12:30 to 1:30pm
Book Talks will take place every other week throughout the summer, and each will focus on the genre or format that is being explored during the week. Never been to a Book Talk? It’s okay – Book Talks are very relaxed. It’s simply sharing books that you have read, and listening to others about books they have read. It’s a great place to pick up titles that might sound interesting! Bagels and coffee will be provided.
Game Day: Wii Sports
Friday, July 10th
3:30 to 6:00pm
Get out of the heat for a sports themed Wii day! Test out your Wii skills with a little friendly competition. Pair up with a partner for a double elimination tournament– there will be prizes awarded. Rules will be provided during game day – there will be signs up starting at the Summer Reading Kick Off. All teams must be signed up by Monday, July 6th to enter. Sports related drink and food will be provided!
Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix
Tuesday, July 14th
6:00 to 9:00pm
It has finally come! Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince will be released in theaters on Wednesday, July 15th. Celebrate Fantasy Week by catching up with Harry and friends for a showing of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. Popcorn will be provided!
Fantasy Bagel and Book Talk
Thursday, July 16th
12:30 to 1:30pm
Book Talks will take place every other week throughout the summer, and each will focus on the genre or format that is being explored during the week. Never been to a Book Talk? It’s okay – Book Talks are very relaxed. It’s simply sharing books that you have read, and listening to others about books they have read. It’s a great place to pick up titles that might sound interesting! Bagels and coffee will be provided.
Horror Movie Night
Wednesday, July 22nd
6:00 to 9:00pm
Come on in for a movie marathon! Check out some horror movie favorites – you’ll get to vote for what you watch when you sign up! Stay for one showing or stay for all – it’s all up to you! Pizza and popcorn will be provided. Sign-ups will begin at the Summer Reading Kickoff and will end on Monday, July 20th.
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June 2009
Summer Reading Kickoff: Teen Ice Cream Social
Monday, June 22nd
6:30-8:30pm
Get the summer started with a cool treat! Ice cream sundaes will be given to those teens who sign up for summer reading on June 22nd. Information about programs, prizes, and eligibility for “Find What’s Out There @ Your Library” will be handed out, and laptops will be available for those who would like the sign up for the online summer reading program.
Build a Water-Powered Bottle Rocket
Thursday, June 25th
1:30 to 3:30pm
Use your skills to build a bottle rocket out of an empty 2 liter bottle – all materials will be included as well as complete instructions on how to build. Be sure to enter your rocket in the Rocket Launch Competition held on Monday, June 29 starting at 1:00 at the Human Services Field (behind the Burlington Recreation Building).
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May 2009
Teen Game Day
Friday, May 15th
4-6pm
It's Game Day at the Burlington Public Library. Please drop by anytime between 4-6PM for fun and food. Game Day will include a Wii, PlayStation 2 (with Dance Dance Revolution mats), as well as board games. Feel free to bring friends and any games you would like to play. Hope to see you there!
Teens Be Crafty @ Your Library
Tuesday, May 19th
5-6:30pm
This month TBC will be working on hand sewing skills by creating embroidered bracelets. Materials will be included.
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April 2009
Teen Game Day
Friday, April 17th
4-6pm
It's Game Day at the Burlington Public Library. Please drop by anytime between 4-6PM for fun and food. Game Day will include a Wii, PlayStation 2 (with Dance Dance Revolution mats), as well as board games. Feel free to bring friends and any games you would like to play. Anyone in grades 6-12 are welcome to attend. Hope to see you here!
Teens Be Crafty @ Your Library:
Earth Day Edition
Tuesday, April 21st
3:30-4:30pm
Come in and celebrate Earth Day by making notebooks out of recycled materials. All materials will be provided - but if you have used computer paper bring it on in!
Teen Ice Cream Social
Wednesday, April 22nd
5:30-6:30pm
Join us for BPL’s first Teen Movie Night with an ice cream sundae beforehand! It's okay if you can't stay for the movie - enjoy some ice cream and spend some time with friends
Teen Movie Night
Wednesday, April 22nd
6:30-8:30pm
Drop by for Burlington Public Library's first ever Teen Movie Night! TAG members have voted on three movies - and YOU get to make the final decision. Movies to vote on: Mamma Mia!, Twilight, and Baby Mama. Anyone in grades 6 through 12 are welcome to come. Remember these movies are rated PG13 - if you are under 13 we need a guardian's permission for you to watch. If you can't come to the movie - be sure to come to the Teen Ice Cream Social before the movie at 5:30
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March 2009
Real Food BC
Monday, March 16th
7-7:45pm
Come and learn about Real Food - an organization which promotes agricultural self-sustainability on high school and college campuses - on March 16th from 7-7:45. Information about Real Food's ideals as well as ways to get involved will be presented by members of the Boston College Real Food
organization.
Teen Game Day
Friday, March 20th
4-6pm
Please join Burlington Public Library for Game Day. Drop by the library anytime between 4-6 PM for some fun and food. Game Day will include a Wii, PlayStation 2 (with Dance Dance Revolution mats), as well as board games. Feel free to bring friends and any games you would like to play.
Teens Be Crafty @ Your Library
Tuesday, March 31st
5-6:30pm
For those who want to sew and don't know how-come and learn! There will be brief tutorials on how to hand sew as well as using a sewing machine. This month's project: make your own tote bag. Materials will be included - but if you have an old t-shirt you don't use anymore or some material hanging around bring it in.
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February 2009
Teen Culture Day
Saturday, February 7th
12-2:30pm
Please join the members the Teen Advisory Group (TAG) as they present information, including food, dance, clothing, and books that reflect their cultural background. Free and open to the public. All are welcome.
Teens Be Crafty @ Your Library
Tuesday, February 17th
3:30-5pm
Help spruce up the YA area with some new pollows created by you! All materials will be included, and if you do not know how to sew, don't sweat it! There will be a grief tutorial on how to use a sewing machine.
Teen Game Day
Friday, February 20th
3-6pm
Please join BPL for some food and fun. Game Day will include a Wii, PlayStation 2 (with Dance Dance Revolution mats), as well as board games. Feel free to bring friends and any games you would like to play. Event is for grades 6 through 12.
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January 2009
TAG Game Night
Thursday, January 8th
6-9pm
Please join the Teen Advisory Group (T.A.G.) at Burlington Public Library’s first ever Game Night. Drop by the Burlington Public Library any time between 6pm and 9pm on Thursday, January 8th for some fun and food. Game Night will include a Wii, PlayStation 2 (with Dance Dance Revolution mats), as well as board games. Feel free to bring friends and any games you would like to play. All those between 6th and 12th grade are welcome to attend. Hope to see you there!
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