Teens Read @ Mitchell Library

Winter Reading with the Online Book Club

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Winter Reading: Teen Book Festival Authors

Click HERE to go to the Blog Me a Book! Book Club Site!!!

This winter we are reading books that were written by the eight authors that will be at the Montgomery County Teen Book Festival in January of 2012. I will be posting titles from these authors in the blog. Post in the discussion area about what you thought about the book. Or feel free to pick a title of your own to share with others.

See the website of the book festival or find it on Facebook:

http://www.montgomerycountyteenbookfestival

http://www.facebook.com/#!/MoCoBookFest

Everyone who participates in a discussion by posting will be entered to win a pair of

Cinemark Super Saver passes each month.

Drawing dates will be December 29th and January 30th.

If you have any questions, please contact the YA Librarian at 936.442.7728 ext.6310 or by email at tperry@countylibrary.org.

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Teen Read Week Photo Contest...the American Library Association's Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) is sponsoring a Photo Contest in celebration of Teen Read Week. Five finalists will receive gift bags from Penguin Books for Young Readers that include signed copies of Jay Asher’s 13 Reasons Why as well as Jay Asher & Carolyn Mackler’s The Future of Us.

For more infomation go here: http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/yalsa/teenreading/trw/trw2011/trw11photocontest.pdf

TEEN READ WEEK

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Its Teen Read Week again at the Mitchell Library!

In celebration of this special week, the Mitchell Library will be having a drawing. See the YA Room for entries.

Teen read week

Drawing

Personal top 10 list

Choose a list topic and submit it for a chance to win a prize!

Prizes include: Five (5) Cinemark Supersaver Cards, Two (2) $10 Starbucks Gift Cards, and One (1) $25 Barnes and Noble Gift Card

Just fill out your personal top ten list and turn it in to the Reference Desk before closing on Friday, October 21st,

for your chance to win!

Winners will be contacted Monday, October 24th.

For more information, please contact you YA Librarian at tperry@countylibrary.org or by phone at 936.442.7728.ext.6310.

2011-10-15T12:34:00.001-05:00

TEEN HALLOWEEN COSTUME PARTY

October 26th @ 4:30 pm

Costume Contest, Fun Games

and Prizes

Prizes awarded for

Most Original Costume

and

Best Costume

based on a Book or Movie

Snacks and Refreshments provided.

For more information contact Tabatha Perry at 936.442.7728 ext. 6310 or by email at

tperry@countylibrary.org.

2011-10-15T12:26:00.002-05:00

What is Bookface?

Bookface (book feys) n: when a person obscures or augments any part of their body with a book cover causing an illusion

Contest begins Monday, October 17

Contest closes Friday, November 4 at 5:00 PM.

No entries will be accepted after this time.

1st Place Prize - $25 Gift Certificate for Barnes & Noble

2nd Place Prize - $10 Gift Card for Barnes & Noble

3rd Place Prize - Cinemark Super Saver Card 4-pack

4th Place Prize - Cinemark Super Saver Card

How do I Bookface?

Grab any book that works for you, and take a picture of yourself or someone holding the book to obscure their face, as seen in the examples

Who can enter?

Teens between the ages 13 and 17 may enter the contest.

How do I enter?

There are two ways to enter: 1) Email your picture (jpg or bmp format) to

tperry@countylibrary.org. Include your name, contact number, age and title of the book in the email. 2) Submit your printed picture and entry form to the Reference Desk on the 2nd Floor.

Will I get my picture back?

All pictures will be returned to the contestant after November 18th, unless indicated on the email or entry form that the library may keep the item.

How does voting work?

Bookface pictures will be displayed in the Young Adult Room for the duration of the contest. Each entry will be numbered. The pictures will also be posted here on the Teens Read @ Mitchell Library blog at

http://teensreadmitchelllibrary.blogspot.com/

You may vote at the Reference Desk or by email to tperry@countylibrary.org by simply indicating the number of the picture. Votes will be tallied following closing of the contest and winners announced on November 10th.

How will I be notified if I win?

If your Bookface is chosen, you will be notified by telephone or by email, whichever you have provided. Prizes will be held under the winner’s name at the 2nd Floor Reference Desk until December 31, 2011.

ANY QUESTIONS??

Contact the Young Adult Librarian at 936.442.7728.ext.6310 or by email at tperry@countylibrary.org.

2011-10-14T10:32:00.000-05:00

Back in business! We're back after a long break! Stay tuned for exciting updates on things going on at the George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library. Keep up with the latest in teen fiction and related news in the media! Discuss books, movies and music with other teens. And coming up in 2012, blog with some great authors!!!

Cool Book Review Website

2011-03-29T16:20:00.002-05:00

Looking for some ideas for something to read?????

Check this one out!

http://www.whatchareadingnow.com/

Montgomery County Teen Book Festival Art Contest!!!

2011-03-24T09:12:00.000-05:00

Are you interested in showing off your artwork?
How about seeing your art on a T-shirt?
And a GINORMOUS poster?
Enter the College Park Library’s1st Annual
Teen Art Contest

THEME: "THE ART OF READING"

Computer-Generated Art ONLYContest is open to all Junior High and High School students
Grades 7 thru 12.

The WINNER will receive a Certificate of Appreciation and
have their artwork displayed on Book Festival T-Shirts and in Book Festival publicity.

To ENTER:

Pick up an ENTRY FORM at the College Park Library Help Desk.
Read and follow the RULES found on the ENTRY FORM.
Turn in ENTRY FORM and ARTWORK to the Library by April 18th, 2011.

DEADLINE for Submission: April 18th, 2011 at 3:00 p.m.

Artwork will be displayed from April 25th thru May 9th and the winner selected by a panel of judges. Winner will be announced May 9th, 2011.

College Park H. S. Library - 3701 College Park Drive - The Woodlands, Texas 77384

936.709.3061

Teen Book Festival Website

Teen Anime Club @ Mitchell Library - March 16th

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Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at 6 PM in the Community Room

Join like-minded teens for a monthly viewing of an anime production provided by Funimation’s Operation Anime. Feast on snacks and chat up the manga/anime with other enthusiasts. Ages 13 and up ONLY!! For more infomation, email the YA Librarian at tperry@countylibrary.org or call at 936.442.7728.est.310.

Click here to register online!

Review: Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher

2011-03-02T14:20:00.000-06:00

This is my first time to post a book review, but after reading this, I felt compelled to share. I'm still in awe of the story. Its a vivid slap in the face as to the reality of being a teenager. I'm not going to give too much away. Just want to say that Hannah Baker...could be any one of us. Intrigued?

Teen Volunteers Needed!!

2011-02-04T13:34:00.000-06:00

Interested in volunteering at the Mitchell Library. Attend the mandatory Volunteer Orientation on Thursday, March 3rd at 5:00 PM in the Mitchell Library Community Room. If you have any questions, please contact your YA Librarian at 936.442.7728.ext.310 or by email at tperry@countylibrary.org.

Teen Scrapbook Club - New Members Welcome!

2011-02-04T13:14:00.000-06:00

Do you LOVE scrapbooking????

Join Michelle Owen, scrapbook specialist, for our monthly Teen Scrapbook Club. Each month, teens will create a new page layout and coached in scrapbooking techniques. Sign up soon, limited space availability. Teens ages 12 - 18 may participate.

Sign up at http://www.countylibrary.org/ using the calendar function. New members welcome, so bring a friend!!!

*For participants age 12: an adult parent/guardian must be present for the duration of the program due to changes in Montgomery County Library policy.*

For more information, please contact your YA Librarian at tperry@countylibrary.org.

Teen Scrapbook Club

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December 9, 2010 at 5 PM in the Mitchell Library Community Room

Sign up at http://www.countylibrary.org/ using the calendar function. Limited spaces available so sign up right away!!

*For participants age 12: an adult parent/guardian must be present for the duration of the program due to changes in Montgomery County Library policy.*

For more information, please contact your YA Librarian at tperry@countylibrary.org.

Teen Volunteers Needed!

2010-11-22T17:29:00.000-06:00

Looking to get some volunteer hours for school, or your college application?

Teen Volunteer Orientation coming soon!

Contact your YA Librarian at 936.442.7728.ext.310 or by email at tperry@countylibrary.org.

NEW Teen Anime Club! (Rescheduled)

2010-11-22T17:26:00.000-06:00

Join us for the first monthly

Teen Anime Club.

November 30, 2010 at 5:30 PM in the Mitchell Library Community Room.

We will be viewing Full Metal Alchemist, talking about our favorite anime/manga series, and feasting on a load of snacks and goodies. Sign up soon! Ages 13 and up ONLY!
Sign up at http://www.countylibrary.org/ using the calendar function.

For more information, contact your YA Librarian at 936.442.7728.ext.310 or by email at tperry@countylibrary.org.

National STEM Video Game Challenge

2010-11-12T15:19:00.001-06:00

Are you interested in developing video games?

Check this out: http://www.stemchallenge.org/

National Novel Writing Month - Write-in's for Teens

2010-10-25T17:41:00.000-05:00

EVERY MONDAY IN NOVEMBER from 6-9 PM!

Join in the writing fun during National Novel Writing Month!

Local participants strive to complete 50,000 words in 30 days. Meet up in the 2nd floor Conference Room for support and competitive fun to help you get that word count soaring! Contact your YA Librarian at 936-442-7728 x310, or by email at tperry@coutnylibrary.org for more details.

NEW Teen Anime Club

2010-10-25T17:36:00.002-05:00

Join us for the first monthly Teen Anime Club.

November 16, 2010 at 6 PM in the Mitchell Library Community Room.

We will view a current anime production, talk about our favorite anime/manga series, and feast on a load of snacks and goodies. Sign up soon! Ages 13 and up ONLY!
Sign up at http://www.countylibrary.org/ using the calendar function.

For more information, contact your YA Librarian at 936.442.7728.ext.310 or by email at tperry@countylibrary.org.

Teen Scrapbook Club

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November 10, 2010 at 5 PM in the Mitchell Library Community Room

Teen Mystery Theater

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Help solve the mystery by participating in Teen Dinner Theater!

Pizza and refreshments will be provided. Teens ages 12 - 18 may participate.

Mitchell Library Community Room
6PM Tuesday, October 26th.

Sign up at http://www.countylibrary.org/ using the calendar function.

*For participants age 12: an adult parent/guardian must be present for the duration of the program due to changes in Montgomery County Library policy.*

For more information, please contact your YA Librarian at tperry@countylibrary.org.

THIS TUESDAY...GAMING AND A CRAFT

2010-10-18T17:44:00.002-05:00

Tuesday, Oct. 19, 5:30 PM
Join us for video gaming and a craft! We will be making pet rocks! Snacks and refreshments provided!

Teens ages 12 - 18 may participate.

*For participants age 12: an adult parent/guardian must be present for the duration of the program due to changes in Montgomery County Library policy.*

Online Teen Book Club

2010-10-13T12:59:00.002-05:00

Don't have time in your schedule to join a book club? Join our NEW online Teen Book Club at
http://blogmeabook.blogspot.com/.

TEEN READ WEEK!!!

2010-10-13T12:59:00.000-05:00

Teen Read Week is next week! Contests, activities, and giveaways planned at Mitchell Library, so visit the blog again soon to find out!

Welcome to Teens Read @ Mitchell Library!!!!

2010-10-13T12:42:00.000-05:00

Announcing the very first Teen Blog for the George and Cynthia Woods Mitchell Library, located in the heart of The Woodlands, TX!!

Here you will find information about things of interest to teens (ages 13-18), including reading lists and recommendations, help with college preparation and keep up to date with what is going on at the library, including events and contests.

Stay in touch with the YA Librarian and other teens by participating in discussions here and visit our Online Teen Book Club Blog at http://blogmeabook.blogspot.com/, where we will read a book each month and discuss it there on the blog! No need to schedule time for a book club meeting. Just read and log on to participate in the discussion!

As always, you may contact the YA Librarian at the branch by calling 936-442-7728 ext.310.