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Upcoming Events for Teen Programs
Children's Summer Lunch and Lit Program
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Thursday, July 18, 2013 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm
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Once weekly lunch for children of any age, followed by a literacy activity. Any food/beverage offered may contain ingredients which may cause allergic reaction, i.e. wheat, nuts, soy, etc. Parents/guardians, please be advised that it is solely your responsibility to ensure the welfare of the children in your care and your option to allow/disallow the products offered. Registration for this event acknowledges that you have read and understand this caution.
Teen Book Club
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Thursday, July 18, 2013 - 3:30pm to 4:30pm
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The Teen Book Club meets on the third Thursday of every month to discuss and share books. Each month we pick a different theme to guide our reading and discussion.
Some themes we've discussed in the past include dystopias, Egyptian mythology, fantasy books, historical fiction, and award winners.
For this month's theme or for more information about the book club please contact us at the Walkersville Library. We'd love to have you join us!
Refreshments may be served. The Teen Book Club is open to students entering grades 6 through 12 in the fall.
Some themes we've discussed in the past include dystopias, Egyptian mythology, fantasy books, historical fiction, and award winners.
For this month's theme or for more information about the book club please contact us at the Walkersville Library. We'd love to have you join us!
Refreshments may be served. The Teen Book Club is open to students entering grades 6 through 12 in the fall.
Basics of Martial Arts
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Thursday, July 18, 2013 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm
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Want to learn more about martial arts and impress your friends? Join us as Amy Dudrow, instructor at the Jhoon Rhee Black Belt Academy, teaches you about martial arts. You'll even see a demonstration of how a martial artist can break a board. A signed permission slip from a parent or guardian is required to participate in this program.
Children's Summer Lunch and Lit Program
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Thursday, July 25, 2013 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm
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Once weekly lunch for children of any age, followed by a literacy activity. Any food/beverage offered may contain ingredients which may cause allergic reaction, i.e. wheat, nuts, soy, etc. Parents/guardians, please be advised that it is solely your responsibility to ensure the welfare of the children in your care and your option to allow/disallow the products offered. Registration for this event acknowledges that you have read and understand this caution.
Sea Glass Crafts
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Thursday, July 25, 2013 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm
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Make and take 4 sea glass projects to give or keep: sea glass bookmark, necklace, cell phone charm, and pierced earrings. All materials supplied.
Beneath The Surface is ... a Movie
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Thursday, July 25, 2013 - 5:15pm
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You choose the movie, we bring the pizza. Bring a friend and enjoy! registration required, please call 301.371.7560 or stop by the Middletown Library. Going into 6th grade? Sign up and have a great time! Snacks will be served.
Anime/ Manga Club
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Sunday, July 28, 2013 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm
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Meet with other Anime/Manga enthusiasts - Japanese Anime art and culture discussed. Join us monthly to watch, discuss, and draw anime, and to generally just have fun. Cosplay (dressing as characters)is welcomed. Snacks served.
What's In the Basement?
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Tuesday, July 30, 2013 - 3:00pm
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Whatever is in the basement... hmmm ... are you willing to take a chance? This program is for you! Snacks may be served.
Sea Glass Projects
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Wednesday, July 31, 2013 - 2:30pm to 4:00pm
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Make and take 4 sea glass projects to give or keep: sea glass bookmark, necklace, cell phone charm, and pierced earrings. All materials supplied.
Children's Summer Lunch and Lit Program
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Thursday, August 1, 2013 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm
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Once weekly lunch for children of any age, followed by a literacy activity. Any food/beverage offered may contain ingredients which may cause allergic reaction, i.e. wheat, nuts, soy, etc. Parents/guardians, please be advised that it is solely your responsibility to ensure the welfare of the children in your care and your option to allow/disallow the products offered. Registration for this event acknowledges that you have read and understand this caution.
Teen Writing Workshop
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Thursday, August 1, 2013 - 2:30pm to 3:30pm
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Improve your writing skills with fun activities. Each session, we'll work on a different writing technique. If you're feeling brave, you can share a story or poem that you're working on.
Teen Advisory Group
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Thursday, August 1, 2013 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm
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Join this group if you'd like to help out at the library with displays, children's activities and planning events. A great way to volunteer!
Knit Wits!
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Thursday, August 1, 2013 - 3:30pm to 5:00pm
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Teens and tweens! Come learn how to knit or share your knitting know-how at the library!
Knit Wits! is Walkersville's newest Crafternoon activity and is open to knitters, crocheters, and crafters of all ages. We'd love to have children and teens and their parents, aunts, grandmothers, and friends join us to learn this lovely craft and share their projects, knowledge, enthusiasm, and creativity.
Knit Wits! is Walkersville's newest Crafternoon activity and is open to knitters, crocheters, and crafters of all ages. We'd love to have children and teens and their parents, aunts, grandmothers, and friends join us to learn this lovely craft and share their projects, knowledge, enthusiasm, and creativity.
Sharks and Cookies
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Monday, August 5, 2013 - 3:00pm to 4:00pm
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Enjoy some videos from Shark Week while you decorate cookies to look like shark victims!
Owl Puke Program
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Tuesday, August 6, 2013 - 2:00pm to 3:00pm
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Owl pellet detectives needed! By dissecting actual owl pellets you will be able to discover what was for dinner!
5th Annual Root Beer Float Day
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Tuesday, August 6, 2013 - 3:00pm
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We put it to a vote, and you decided ... another summer with Root Beer floats! Slurp! Yum! Ahhhhh! Snacks will be served! Going into 6th grade? join the tradition!
Children's Summer Lunch and Lit Program
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Thursday, August 8, 2013 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm
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Once weekly lunch for children of any age, followed by a literacy activity. Any food/beverage offered may contain ingredients which may cause allergic reaction, i.e. wheat, nuts, soy, etc. Parents/guardians, please be advised that it is solely your responsibility to ensure the welfare of the children in your care and your option to allow/disallow the products offered. Registration for this event acknowledges that you have read and understand this caution.
Teen Crafternoon - Duct Tape
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Thursday, August 8, 2013 - 3:30pm to 5:00pm
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Come join us on the second Thursday of each month for our Teen Crafternoon.
In August we'll be making things with duct tape. Come ready to get creative and leave with your brand-new one-of-a-kind duct tape creation! All supplies provided.
Refreshments may be served. This Teen Crafternoon activity is open to teens and tweens entering grades 5 through 12 in the fall.
In August we'll be making things with duct tape. Come ready to get creative and leave with your brand-new one-of-a-kind duct tape creation! All supplies provided.
Refreshments may be served. This Teen Crafternoon activity is open to teens and tweens entering grades 5 through 12 in the fall.
Anime Club
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Thursday, August 8, 2013 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm
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Watch your favorite anime movies and socialize with other anime fans. Hear about new titles or just hang out with your friends.
7 Wonders
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Tuesday, August 13, 2013 - 3:00pm
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Hot enough!?! No - Yes ... think hotter; turn up the heat, check out the 'results'. Hmmm...7 wonders...think sizzle. snacks may be served or created ... going into 6th grade? be brave! it'll be fun!