Sussex County Library Teen Blog

Just Us Teens Book Club Meeting at Main Library today

2012-01-23T20:26:00.003-05:00

Tonight we looked over YALSA's list of 100 best teen fiction titles of 2011. We each talked about the titles we'd read in the past and then we picked titles to read from the list for next month. Club members recommended Forge by Laurie Anderson, Maze Runner by James Dashner, Will Grayson, Will Grayson by John Green and David Levithan, Numbers by Rachel Ward, and Ship Breaker by Paolo Bacigalupi.

Awesome trip to NYC

2012-01-23T20:21:00.002-05:00

We had a great time yesterday at the showing of THE SACRED STAR OF MILOS. Four teens were from the SCLS Onigiri Club, two from the Denville Library Anime/Manga Club and one from Manhattan. After the movie we visited the Forbidden Planet store and had supper at a Raiman restaurant.

The movie was well worth seeing. Ed and his brother Al try to stop a brother and sister from using a philosopher's stone with epic consequences. The fans agreed that the art work was a bit different from the usual (especially the eyes) but otherwise it was faithful to the series and very satisfying.

Sacred Star of Milos Movie

2012-01-18T16:40:00.001-05:00

Sacred Star of Milos Trailer

Full-Metal Alchemist Movie: Sacred Star of Milos. The Main Library's Onigiri Animanga Club will be meeting at Cinema Village in NYC for the 1:10 PM showing of this movie on Saturday, January 21, 2012. This is not a library sponsored trip so each member must find their own way to and from the theater. THERE WILL NOT BE A MEETING AT THE LIBRARY. Check our club page on Facebook for changes in plans because of weather.

Gaming at the Library!

2011-12-30T14:58:00.000-05:00

*Wednesday, January 4 from 6-8 pm.
*Bring your own games or play on our Wii and board games. Fun for the entire family-free snacks provided.

*No registration needed.

Just Us Teens Book Club

2011-11-20T15:17:00.001-05:00

Like to get together with others your age? Then you'll like our Just Us Teens Book Club! This month we'll be reading non-fiction books on the 2012 Garden State Teen Book Awards nomination list for grades 7-12.

*For grades 7-12

*No sign up necessary.

Wednesday, November 16

Main Library at 7:00 PM 973-948-3660

Breaking Dawn Movie Release Party! At the Main Library

2011-11-09T16:48:00.000-05:00

Celebrate the release of the movie, Breaking Dawn, Part 1. We'll have a trivia contest, a game, refreshments, and an intro to other literary vampires you may not have met. Come dressed for teen Edward or Jacob or as a favorite character. For teens in 7- 12.

Please register beginning November 1.

Friday, November 18, 3:30 - 5 PM

 Main Library 983-948-3660       

Sorry!

2011-10-07T16:07:00.000-04:00

Due to staff cuts, rabies and a lack of volunteers this blog hasn't been updated since March.
WE'RE SORRY!
We plan to get this blog back up ASAP, but we could use a few teenage helpers to help us. So feel free to contact us, ~~and we're still sorry~~!

Family Movie of the Month! @Main Library

2011-03-17T15:26:00.000-04:00

The entire family is invited. Please pre-register. March is: The Pagemaster & April is: The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen. Saturday, March 19 at 1:30 PM

Onigiri Animanga Club! @ Main Library

2011-03-17T15:21:00.000-04:00

We're doing Fandubs on Friday, March 18. Bring your own and we'll find some on the internet. Free snacks provided. For Teens in grades 7-12. No sign-up required. 4:00-5:30 PM

Just Us Teens Book Club! @ Main Library: Wednesday, March 16

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7:00-8:00 PM

Like to get together with others your age? Then you'll like our Just Us Teens Book Club. In March we'll be discussing the books we picked from YALSA's top teen books of 2010 list. For teens in grades 7-12 only. No sign-up required.

Onigiri Animanga Club @ Main Library Friday, March 4

2011-02-28T17:00:00.001-05:00

4:00 to 5:30 PM COSPLAY PARTY - come as your favorite character. Meet other teens who share your passion for anime and manga. Help the library choose what to order and plan future programs. Free snacks are provided.

Family Wii Game Night @ Main Library: Wednesday, March 2

2011-02-28T16:50:00.007-05:00

6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Family Wii Game Night!

Bring the entire family to play with our Wii game system! We will start off with Wii Sports.

Animanga Club @ Main Library, Fridays, December 3 & 17 from 4 - 5:30 PM

2010-12-03T10:44:00.002-05:00

Meet other teens who share your passion for anime and manga. Help the library choose what to order and plan future programs. Free snacks are provided.

Just Us Teens Book Club @ Main Library

2010-11-10T19:44:00.003-05:00

Like to get together with others your age? Then you'll love our Just Us Teen Book Club. For teens in grades 7-12 only. No sign-up required. The title for this month is one of the Teens' Top Ten 2010.

Wednesdays, Nov. 17th, Dec 15th.

7:00-8:00 PM

1. Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins
2. City of Glass by Cassandra Clare
3. Heist Society by Ally Carter
4. Shiver by Maggie Steifvater
5. Hush, Hush by Becca Fitzpatrick
6. Beautiful Creatures by Kami Garcia and Marget Stohl
7. Along for the Ride by Sarah Dessen
8. If I Stay by Gayle Forman
9. Fire by Kristin Cashore
10. Wintergirls by Laurie Halse Anderson

Animanga Club @ Main Library, Fridays, November 5 & 19 from 4 - 5:30 PM

2010-11-03T15:32:00.000-04:00

Teen Lounge @ Main Library

2010-11-03T15:27:00.003-04:00

Every Wednesday from 3:30 to 5 PM, the meeting room at the Main Library is reserved for teens. You can play on our Wii system, bring table games, watch a movie, play music, eat snacks while you do homework or just hang out.

New Anime/Manga Club @ Main Library - Friday, October 22 from 4 - 5:30 PM.

2010-10-13T20:07:00.003-04:00

This new club is running a meeting and Cosplay. We'll have food, show some anime episodes on the wall and have a cosplay costume contest! You don't have to dress-up to attend. In honor of Teen Read Week: October 17 - 23.

Teen Wii Got Game!!!

2010-05-10T17:04:00.005-04:00

Attention all Teens....

Teens in grades 7 – 12 are invited to come play some Wii games, eat snacks, and just have fun! Bring your hand-held or board games for your down time. No registration needed for this 1 hour 45 minute program. Bring a buddy!!

Saturday, May 15 from 3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.

Just Us Teens Book Club!

2010-04-09T10:08:00.003-04:00

Like to get together with others your age? Then you'll like our Just US Teens Book Club. In March, we took a "blind date book" -- Wrapped book chosen at random. On Wednesday, April 21 we'll talk about the books we chose and write reviews that will go on the Teen Blog. Don't have a book? Come pick up one in the teen area of the Main Library.

No registration necessary. For teens in grades 7 - 12 only.
3rd Wednesday of each month: April 21
Main Library at 7:00 p.m. (973-948-3660)

Wii Unveiling at Main Library. Friday, March 12 from 3:30 - 4: 30 PM

2010-03-12T13:54:00.005-05:00

Help us warm up our new Wii system! We'll play games and make plans for more game programs for teens. Refreshments will be served. No registration needed. For teens in grades 7 - 12.

Saturday, March 6 - Used Book Sale to benefit teen programs at Main Library

2010-03-04T20:19:00.004-05:00

Used Book Sale to benefit teen programs. Saturday, March 6 from 9 AM to 4 PM. Used books and media for all ages will be sold by teen volunteers. The money earned will be used toward programs at the Main Library for teens.

Have a Blind Date with a Book!

2010-02-02T20:15:00.007-05:00

Take a chance on love! In the month of February, come to the teen wall and pick up a free, wrapped book. Unwrap it at home and read it. You may love it - or you may hate it! You may return it or keep it. E-mail a short review of the book to Ms. Diane (dsebastian@sussexcountylibrary.org) and she'll put it on this blog.

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Garden State Teen Book Awards
Cast Your Vote Today!

Each year, teens from all over New Jersey vote to decide which books will be given the Garden State Book Award. This is your chance to tell the rest of the country what books New Jersey teens loved most.

Just Us Teens Book Club now on Wednesdays! at Main Library

2009-08-25T10:52:00.021-04:00

Just Us Teens Book Club

The Just Us Teens Book Club is sponsoring Pizza and a Movie on Wednesday, March 3 from 6 to 8 PM! We'll be showing The Vampire's Assistant based on the first three books of the Cirque du Freak series by Darren Shan. We read and discussed this series at our last meeting and want to see if the movie measures up! Come and tell us what you think! For teens in grades 7 – 12, at the Main Library.

Hope to see you there! :-)

Still excited before the date? Then check this trailer out! Just copy it to your (address bar)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Lc7zhwfe6Q

Star Gazing!

2009-08-25T10:46:00.006-04:00

Bring your telescope, binoculars, your blanket and join us for a star gazing session at the Sussex Wantage Branch outdoor stage! See Jupiter and the crescent moon through state of the art equipment. Presented by Al Carcich and sponsored by Frame Works of Sussex. The program is open to the whole family!

Registration begins Sept. 11.

Rain date set later- check with branch on the afternoon of the program for cancellations.

Saturday September 26, 2009 -Sussex Wantage Branch @ 7:15 p.m.

8 Strings and a Whistle Music Trio, Sunday 10/25/09 at Dorothy Henry Branch

2009-08-25T10:30:00.005-04:00

Come see 8 Strings and a Whistle Music Trio at the Dorothy Henry Branch Sunday 10/25/09!

The Friends of the Dorothy Henry Library are bringing back this popular music trio for another free concert. Refreshments to follow. This program is geared for adults and teens. No registration required.

Sunday October 25, 2009 at the Dorothy Henry Branch @ 3 p.m.

Skylands Ice World Party!

2009-08-12T11:22:00.005-04:00

Attention all Summer Reading Club finishers!!

Come to the Summer Reading Club Finishers Party @ Skylands Ice World. Wednesday August 19 @7pm

Located in Stockholm, NJ, this beautiful facility will open its skating rink, Sky Lounge game arcade, and King's Court for kids (age 3- entering 12 grade) who finish all six weeks of the 2009 Summer Reading Club. There will even be a movie at the end of the evening.

Ten lucky raffle winners from each branch will receive a free ticket to this event. See the summer reading table at your branch for entries.

All other finishers and their families can attend at half price ($5 rental). Half-price tickets must be picked up no later than Tuesday August 18!

Mad Science @ Franklin Branch

2009-08-12T11:18:00.008-04:00

Sneak a peek at the science involved in making movies, create giant slime, and make water disappear! Create some special effects with smoking and bubbling potions.

August 19 from 2-3 p.m. at the Franklin Branch

Be Creative Day @ Sussex Wantage

2009-08-10T10:31:00.004-04:00

A fun time for all Summer Reading Club finishers to show their creativity. Visit each table and make a craft to bring home. Refreshments to follow!

Friday August 14, from 11:00-12:30 at the Sussex Wantage Branch

Junior Magician's Showcase! @ Louise Childs Branch

2009-08-04T12:02:00.005-04:00

Are you an aspiring magician? Sign-up for our show! Each performer will have 3-5 minutes to show a trick or two to a live audience. This program is limited to 12 performers and 30 audience members only. Age group for performers is 5 to 18. Audience members - all ages. Registration begins on July 16th.

Louise Childs Branch August 6th from 7-8

Harry Potter Party!

2009-07-13T10:10:00.005-04:00

Celebrate the release of the new Harry Potter movie with games, activities, and snacks. The program runs about 1 hour. For the entire family. Registration begins June 29 and is limited to 30 participants.

Saturday July 18
Main Library and Sussex Wantage 3-4p
Dennis and Franklin 11-12pm

Bill and Ted's Most Excellent Wool Adventures!

2009-07-13T09:57:00.005-04:00

Learn to knit, from sheep to scarf, with friendly sheep Lucky. For ages 10 and up. Beginners to intermediate knitters welcome. Knitting supplies provided by the Friends of the Library. Limited registration starts July 6.

Date: Friday July 17
Location: SW
Time: 10-11 am

Song Writing Workshop for Teens, Presented by Kathy Moser!

2009-07-07T11:19:00.004-04:00

Teens will write songs, rehearse them, then record them! The final product will be available online for everyone to enjoy! Registration begins June 29, limited to 30.
Main Library: Wednesday, July 15 from 6:30 - 8:15 PM
Sussex-Wantage: Wednesday, July 15 from 3:00 - 5:00 PM
Franklin: Thursday, July 23 from 6:30 - 8:15 PM

Teen Story Writing Workshop with Author David Boyle!

2009-07-07T11:08:00.005-04:00

David Boyle, author of Blood Works (a collection of horror short stories), will meet with teens in grades 7-12 to share his experiences and help "tweak" your own short stories for publication. In three short years, Mr. Boyle has had his work published in magazines, on the Internet, and in book form. One of his stories is even being made into a movie! Registration required.
Sussex-Wantage: Monday, July 13 at 7:00 PM
Main Library: Thursday, July 16 at 7:00 PM
E. Louise Childs: Tuesday, July 21 at 7:00 PM
Franklin: Tuesday, July 28 at 7:00 PM
Dorothy Henry: Thursday, August 6 at 7:00 PM
Read an interview with David at http://www.jbkohl.com/dbinterview.htm or go his My Space page: http://www.myspace.com/davidbfear.

Summer Reading Programs Have Begun! Express Yourself with Knitting and Crocheting

2009-07-02T10:00:00.002-04:00

Come to the Main Library for some knitting and crocheting Wednesday July 8 from 1-3.

This wonderful group is inviting teens to join them every Wednesday in July and August. Learn from scratch or imporve your skills. Free supplies will be provided to teens who pre-register. This program is open to Grades 7 - 12 only. Registration begins June 15th.

Just Us Teens Book Club meeting 6/18 @ 7pm

2009-06-10T10:36:00.003-04:00

Come to the Main Library for the Just Us Teens Book Club meeting on 6/18 @ 7pm. This month we'll be discussing CITY OF EMBER by Duprau. Haven't read the book? Come anyway. Free snacks provided.

Call for Teen Volunteers!!

2009-05-29T14:26:00.003-04:00

Teens ages 14 - 18 work with children in the "Be Creative @ Your Library" Summer Reading Club this summer. Assist with the Club, programs & other library activities. Fill out an application which is available at all the branches or on our website. An application and attendance at an orientation are required. Positions are limited. Registration is required beginning May 18th - June 22nd.

Check the Teen Calender for orientation times at your branch. They will be held from June 20-25.

We need your help!!

Click here for more info:
http://www.sussexcountylibrary.org/summer09/volunteers.htm

Family Game Night May 5 @ Dorothy Henry

2009-04-28T09:47:00.002-04:00

Come join us for Family Game Night at the Dorothy Henry Branch, May 5 at 7pm. Get away from the "boob tube" for a night and enjoy some quality family time with us. Bring your own games or use the ones we bring. Free snacks provoded. Part of the GO UNPLUGGED program. Limited to 40 participants. Registration begins April 20

3-D Alien Creations Workshop @ML April 17 3pm

2009-04-13T12:11:00.002-04:00

What kind of aliens do you image? We will have tables of metal and plastic scraps as well as other items for you to form into a 3-D alien of your own creation! For grades 5 and up. TEENS - COME AND SHOW THE KIDS HOW IT'S DONE! Registration begins March 30

Just Us Teen Book Club and Alien Costume Contest! Thursday, April 16 @ 7 PM at Main Library

2009-04-02T11:40:00.003-04:00

The Just Us Teens Book Club meets the third Thursday of each month. This months meeting is Thursday April 16 from 7-8 at the Main Library. We're combining our meeting with an Alien Costume Party. We'll discussion WAR OF THE WORLDS by H. G. Wells, have snacks and award an alien prize pack to the best costume.

War of the World Reader's Theater @ SW April 14 @ 2 PM

2009-04-02T11:36:00.003-04:00

War of the World Reader's Theater

Come to the Sussex Wantage Branch and we'll choose a selection from the radio broadcast, act it out, and create our own sound effects! Tuesday April 14 from 2-3pm

Teen Advisory Group Meets Thursday April 2 from 7-8 @ ML

2009-03-27T15:10:00.003-04:00

Teens! We need your help to plan programs, eat snacks, and just plain have fun! We meet the first Thursday of each month at 7 PM. We are now working on an Aliens theme for April and on programs for the Teen Summer Reading theme: Express Yourself! No registration required

Alien Thought Bubble Contest begins!

2009-03-27T15:03:00.003-04:00

Enter an idea for the thought bubble over our Alien Mascot and you might win an alien prize pack. For kids in grades 5 and up. Entries must be in by April 30.

Teen Tech Open Houses at two branches, week of March 23

2009-03-21T11:31:00.004-04:00

Teen Tech Open Houses Monday, March 23rd at 7pm hosted by the Sussex-Wantage Branch and Thursday, March 26th hosted by the Dorothy Henry Branch

Teens! Did you know that the library can help you with homework, last minute research, audiobooks, and more without you having to leave the comfort of your own home? Come and find out how at our open house! Refreshments will be served. For teens in grades 7 - 12. No registration needed.

Just Us Teens Book Club meets March 19 @ 7pm

2009-03-17T10:04:00.002-04:00

Come join us for the Just Us Teens Book Club meeting March 19 at 7pm in the Main Branch. For March we're reading Silmarilion by J.R. R. Tolkien. Haven't read the book? Come anyway. Free snacks provided.

Teen Tech Week Open House Monday March 9th @7pm at the Main Branch

2009-03-04T09:55:00.007-05:00

Come Kick off Teen Tech Week with our open house Monday March 9th at 7pm hosted by the Main Branch!

Teens! Did you know that the library can help you with homework, last minute research, audiobooks, and more without you having to leave the comfort of your own home? Come and find out how at our open house! Refreshments will be served. For teens in grades 7 - 12. No registration needed.

Acting Workshop Thursday March 5th @7pm at the Main Branch

2009-03-04T09:47:00.003-05:00

Acting Workshop for the fun of it! For ages 10-18 Thursday March 5th at 7pm at the Main Library. Come work on your pantomime and acting skills with theater exercises and games.

Teen Pirate Party

2009-02-14T11:16:00.004-05:00

Just Us Teens Book Club Meeting Thursday Feb. 19 @ 7pm

2009-02-10T09:48:00.003-05:00

Just Us Teens Book Club meets Thursday Feb. 19 from 7-8 pm

Like to get together with other kids your age? Like to eat snacks? Then you'll like our Just Us Teens Book Club. For February we're reading WARRIOR HEIR by Cinda Chima. For March we'll be reading SILMARILLION by J. R. R. Tolkien. Read the book already or haven't read it at all? Come anyway! No registration needed.

Teen Advisory Group- Thursday February 5, 2009 at 7pm at Main Library

2009-01-15T09:42:00.008-05:00

Meet friends, eat refreshments, plan future programs and just have fun! For teens in grades 7 - 12. We meet on the first Thursday of each month.

Inkheart Pre-Movie Celebration - Thursday, January 15 from 7 - 8 PM at Main Library

2009-01-05T16:27:00.013-05:00

The Inkheart movie is being released on Friday, January 23! We'll be talking about the Inkheart Trilogy by Cornelia Funke, serving refreshments and having some fun. Teens in grades 7 - 12 are invited. This will take the place of our Just Us Teens Book Club meeting for January. No registration needed. Check out the official movie web site at www.inkheartmovie.com. Go to scholastic.com for some fun on-line activities. Download an audio version of the Inkheart book.

Take a look at the trailer!

Drop-in Crafts on Tuesday, December 30 @ 1 PM at Main Library

2008-12-22T15:14:00.002-05:00

It might be gray outside, but in the Main Library, there will be crafts of many colors available to create. We will have something for everyone! No need to register, just come by and make a craft or pick up materials to make a craft at home.

Just Us Girls Book Club, Thursday, December 18 @ 7 PM

2008-12-14T20:54:00.005-05:00

Just Us Girls Book Club, Thursday, December 18 @ 7 PM at Main Library. We’re planning on changing the club to co-ed in 2009 so guys are invited too. Teens in grades 7 – 12. No registration required. Snacks provided. We’ll be making plans for 2009.

Already planned: Inheart Trilogy is the topic planned for January 16

YALSA's Teens' Top Ten

2008-12-05T11:08:00.000-05:00

Where Teens Choose the Winners!

The 2008 Teens' Top Ten

The vote is in! More than 8,000 teens voted on this year's winners. The 2008 Teens' Top Ten is:

Eclipse by Stephenie Meyer
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J. K. Rowling
Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney
Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead
Maximum Ride: Saving the World and Other Extreme Sports by James Patterson
City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
The Sweet Far Thing by Libba Bray
Extras by Scott Westerfeld
Before I Die by Jenny Downham
Twisted by Laurie Halse Anderson

Learn to Knit - Thursdays, December 11 & 18 @ the Dorothy Henry branch

2008-11-19T20:33:00.004-05:00

Everything you wanted to know about knitting but were afraid to ask! The evening Purls of Wisdom Club is inviting teens to join them on the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of each month (except December 2008). Bring your own supplies (needles and yarn) if you can - and a friend - and these very experienced members will help you get started. Who knows, you might spin off into a teen knitting group of your own! For teens in grades 7 – 12. No registration needed.

Teen Advisory Group- Saturday, December 6, 2008 at 3 pm at Main Library

2008-11-19T09:51:00.001-05:00

Meet friends, eat refreshments, plan future programs and just have fun! For teens in grades 7 - 12.

Twilight Movie "Night Before" Party on Thursday, November 20 @ 7 PM in Main Library

2008-11-07T15:43:00.004-05:00

Are you Team Edward or Team Jacob? This question only makes sense if you are a "fanpire" of The Twilight Saga. TWILIGHT, the movie, is being released on November 21. To celebrate, we're having a "night before" party at 7 PM on Thursday, November 20. We'll have a trivia game, vampire wedding cake and other fun activities. Come in costume or with matching team shirts! This event will be in place of our Just Us Girls Book Club meeting. Browse down the right column of this blog to find a link for Twilight read a-likes!

Garden State Teen Book Awards Election extended at Main Library!

2008-11-05T12:34:00.002-05:00

Didn't get time to come in and vote? Well it's not too late. We've extended the election through November 30! See the next blog for details.

Garden State Teen Book Awards Election @ ML

2008-10-31T12:04:00.003-04:00

Your vote counts! Join teens from all over the country and vote for your favorite fiction and non-fiction books! Teens in grades 6 - 12 are invited to fill out a GSTBA ballot and cast their votes during the week of November 3 - 8. Look for the ballot box and display. See ballot at http://www.njla.org/honorsawards/book/GSTBA2009.pdf. No registration required.

Teen Advisory Group - Saturday, November 1 @ 3 PM

2008-10-23T19:32:00.001-04:00

Meet friends, eat refreshments, plan future programs and just have fun! For teens in grades 7 - 12.

Just Us Girls Teen Book Club: 3rd Thursday of each month @ 7-8 PM. Main Library

2008-10-10T16:59:00.003-04:00

Ms. Diane, the new Youth Services Librarian, wants to get this club up and running again! October 16 will be a planning meeting. On November 20, a Twilight party is planned to celebrate the release of the new movie. You will help decide what we do on December 18! For teen girls in grades 7 - 12. There's no need to register, just show up! See you there!

Books With Bite! Teen Read Week: October 13 - 18.

2008-10-10T16:46:00.008-04:00

We'll be setting up a book display at the Main Library featuring books about vampires - and food! Come check one out and pick up a bibliography. Or click on Vampire Books With Bite.

Banned Books Week is September 27 - October 4

2008-09-22T11:32:00.005-04:00

"Closing Books Shuts Out Ideas!" Kids and teens are invited to check out a book from our display with "caution" tape wrapped around it. Go to http://www.bannedbooksweek.org/index.html for a full list of titles which have been challenged throughout history.

Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants Party - Saturday, October 4 from 2 - 3 PM

2008-09-20T16:30:00.005-04:00

Didn't you just love the second STP movie! That good feeling doesn't have to end. For an hour we'll get together with other readers who loved the books. We'll have a trivia game, eat some groovy jeans cake and make a hanging bead hook for your jean pants loop! Stay after the party for a Teen Advisory Group meeting.

Eragon and Eldest Trivia Contest - Saturday, September 20 from 1:30 - 2:30 PM. Main Library

2008-08-20T09:14:00.009-04:00

Help us celebrate the release of BRISINGR, the third book in Christopher Paolini's INHERITANCE CYCLE trilogy. Test your knowledge in a trivia contest. You might win a prize pack! Refreshments will be served. For grades 4 - 8. Please register beginning September 8. Limited to 50 participants.

Check out the Read Alikes list in the purple box at the lower right corner of this screen!

Write and Get Published - Thursday, September 18 @ 7 PM. Main Library.

2008-08-06T14:36:00.010-04:00

David Boyle, author of Blood Works (a new collection of horror short stories), will meet with teens in grades 7-12 to share his experiences. In two short years, Mr. Boyle has had his work published in magazines, on the Internet, and in book form. One of his stories is even being made into a movie! No registration required. Read an interview with David at http://www.jbkohl.com/dbinterview.htm or go his My Space page: http://www.myspace.com/davidbfear.

HELP! We need you!

2008-07-15T18:21:00.028-04:00

Ms. Diane here! I'm the new Youth Services Librarian for the Sussex County Library System. I want to get some teen programs started around the county. It's been a long time since I was your age (I'll never tell you how long) so I need your help for:

1. ADVICE - at a meeting once a month where we'll eat, laugh and plan events. If you can't make a meeting, we'll keep you up-to-date with e-mails.

2. PROGRAM IDEAS. In my last library, we had concerts, book clubs, video game nights, movie marathons, food fear factors, parties, visiting authors, special events, contests, etc. What kinds of things would you like to do?

Here are some of my ideas for fall and winter 2008:
Horror author, David Boyle on Thurs., Sept. 18 @ 7 PM.
Banned Books Week (Sept. 27 - Oct. 1)
Teen Garden State Book Awards Election in Nov. See the ballot at : http://www.njla.org/honorsawards/book/GSTBA2009.pdf
TWILIGHT movie release party in Dec.

Add comments here about what you think of these ideas and what other ideas you have. I'll do my best to make them happen! Can you also reach me at 973-948-3660, ext. 205 or dsebastian@sussexcountylibrary.org.