Teen Programs in August

ALL WORKSHOPS ARE FOR TEENS GRADES 7-12

For all teens programs and activities:

• Register in person at the YA Desk or by phone
• To register for a program, please have your Elmont Public Library card handy
• Registration for each program begins 3-4 weeks before the program’s date
• Priority is given to Elmont residents and cardholders
• No fees

AUGUST

BOOK BUDDIES
SESSION II
Mondays, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 3:00pm
Teens grades 7-12 are invited to be part of the BOOK BUDDIES program
by reading aloud to children age 3-5.
The program encourages beginning readers to continue reading during the summer and is a great opportunity for older readers to share their love of books and reading with a younger child.
All teen buddies must attend an orientation meeting, Monday, August 3, at 1 p.m. to receive an information packet.

MANGA MADDNES IS BACK!
Wednesday, August 5, 5:00pm
Japanese-style drawing workshop for teens
Learn how to draw illustrations Japanese–style with a help of professional artist. Bring a pencil!

DIY SMOOTHIES FOR TEENS
Thursday, August 6, 6:00pm
Enjoy this refreshing hands-on workshop and learn how to make a variety of fresh fruit smoothies! Recipes booklet included.

TAG TALKS: MYTHS AND FACTS ABOUT STARTING HIGH SCHOOL
Wednesday, August  12, 6:00-8:00 p.m.
For high school freshmen only!
You’ve heard it all: the school is HUGE and you will get lost! Don’t carry a big backpack! Beware of Freshmen Friday... It’s IMPOSSIBLE to get to your class on time! Teachers are great! Teachers are horrible!
No wonder you are confused.
The Teen Advisory Group of the Elmont Public Library (all HS students) will talk to you about starting high school and their own high school experiences.
Refreshments will be served.
Parents are welcome for the second part of the talk.

BELTED DENIM PILLOW
Thursday, August 13, 4:00-5:00pm
Craft workshop for teens
Get creative with denim and learn how to turn it into a cool pillow. Stuff, knot and decorate the pillow with patches, paint and gems. Finish with a painted belt that can be displayed on the pillow or worn with your favorite jeans. Please, wear old clothing for this workshop.

Saturday, August 15
SUMMER READING CLUB ENDS

BOLLYWOOD FUSION DANCE
Thursday, August 20, 6:30pm
Bollywood is all the rage!
Learn how to dance Bollywod style in this teens only dance workshop.

Friday, August 21, 3:00-5:00 pm
END OF SUMMER READING CLUB PARTY
For all the participants of the Summer Reading Program – join the party and have some fun!
Reminder: You must hand in at least five mini-reviews to get an invitation to the Summer Reading Party.