Temecula Public Library Graphic Novel Workshop* Unique Travel Treats Down Under Crafty Creations Wednesday, June 29th from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Limit 40 participants. The Art and Beauty of Henna Wednesday, July 6th from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Limit 25 participants. Manga Workshop and Candy Sushi Wednesday, July 13th from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Limit 50 participants. Practice SAT
30600 Pauba Road
Temecula , CA
(951) 693-8900
Thursday, January 12th from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Limit 50 participants.
Grades 7-12
Join local artist Tony Moramarco from Bigfoot Graphics in creating your very own manga or comic book. Tony will take you step by step to becoming the next great graphic artist. Don't forget your pencils and all your creative ideas. Dress as your favorite character (optional).
Practice ACT
Thursday, February 9th from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Limit 75 participants
Grades 7-12
Free, full-length practice ACT test. You'll learn about the endurance and skills needed to get a high score on the ACT. Register by calling Princeton Review at 1-800-2-Review or visit www.PrincetonReview.com/Events
ACT Scoreback
Thursday, February 23rd from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Limit 75 participants
Grades 7-12
For students who took the February 9th ACT Practice Test. How well did you do? Get your practice ACT results and a personalized score report that shows your strengths and how you can improve. Parents of test participants are welcome.
Hunger Games Trivia Party*
Thursday, March 22nd from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Limit 100 participants.
Grades 7-12
Hungry for Hunger Games? Brush up on your knowledge before the movie release. Dress as your favorite tribute and join us for trivia, games, prizes and more.
Beach Towel Origami*
Thursday, April 19th from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Limit 25 participants.
Grades 7-12
Gear up for the summer with the lost art of towel folding. Learn the step-by-step instructions you need to stun your friends with creative art at the beach, pool parties, or in your own home. Don't forget your towels! (Please bring two plain colored towels - 1 bath towel, 1 hand towel).
Face Painting Workshop*
Thursday, May 17th from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Limit 25 participants.
Grades 7-12
Learn to turn faces into sweet, funny, or frightening works of art! Train to volunteer at the library, make some extra money at parties, or simply impress your friend! You can! Join us in our Face Painting Workshop as local clown and artist "Freckles" teaches us the tricks of the trade.
*Advance registration begins at the library reception desk two weeks prior to scheduled programs and events
Prior Months Programs
Catch a Dream
Wednesday, June 8th from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Limit 40 participants.
Grades 7-12.
Create a handmade Native American Ojibwe dreamcatcher and Navajo sand painting.
African Drum Circle
Wednesday, June 16th from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. Limit 40 participants.
Grades 7-12. Adults welcome
Join percussionist Chazz for a dramatic performance that highlights his expertise in African music and dance. Learn about African music and have a chance to participate in a drum circle. Catch the beat!
Wednesday, June 22nd from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. Limit 40 participants.
Grades 7-12.
The summer reading fun is halfway done! Cool down at the library as you create your own personalized luggage tags. When the crating is done stick around for a sweet treat.
Grades 7-12.
Spend the afternoon making and decorating your own boomerang.
Grades 7-12.
Natasha Papousek from Crescent Moon Designs will teach us about the history of henna usage, regional pattern preferences, and the social customs of henna across India, the Middle East and North Africa. After the informational session, stay for a henna demonstration and go home with your own henna art tattoo.
Grades 7-12.
Join local artist Tony Moramarco from Bigfoot Graphics in creating your very own Manga or comic book. Tony will take you step by step to becoming the next great graphic artist. Don't forget your pencils and all your creative ideas. When the drawing is done enjoy some candy sushi to go!
Thursday, August 25th from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Limit 75 participants.
Grades 7-12
Free, full-length practice SAT test. You'll learn about the endurance and skills needed to get a high score on the SAT. Register by calling Princeton Review at 1-800-2-Review or visit www.PrincetonReview.com/Events
SAT Scoreback
Thursday, September 8th from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Grades 7-12
For students who took the August 25th SAT Practice Test. How well did you do? Get your practice SAT results and a personalized score report that shows your strengths and how you can improve. Parents of test participants are welcome.
College: How to get THERE from HERE
Thursday, September 29th from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Limit 75 participants.
Grades 7-12
Listen in on tips for making the college application process more manageable. How to fill out applications, where to look for grants and scholarships; and how to write a personal statement will be covered. Be sure to bring a pen, paper and your questions. Register by calling Princeton Review at 1-800-2-Review or visit www.PrincetonReview.com/Events
Teen Read Week
Picture It @ Your Library!
Book Cover Contest
October 16th through 22nd
Beginning in August, cast your vote for the Top Ten teen Titles of 2011 at www.ala.org/teenstopten. Winning titles will be announced in October. Celebrate the nominees and winners by creating an original cover for your favorite book at home. Starting October 3rd, pick up an entry form at the Reference Desk. Prizes will be awarded.
Duct Tape Crafternoon*
Thursday, October 20th from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m. Limit 40 participants.
Grades 7-12
Join us for an afternoon of colorful sticky fun! We'll be crafting duct tape bags, wallets, iPod cases and whatever else your imagination can conjure up. Supplies provided by the library.
Salsa Throwdown*
Thursday, November 17th from 3:30 to 5:00 p.m.
Limit 35 participants.
Grades 7-12
Who has the best salsa in town? You be the judge! We;ll sample salsas from local eateries and vote on the chunkiest, spiciest and the best. After the judging cool down as we play a friendly game of Wii Guitar hero.
Holiday Craft and Carry*
Thursday, December 8th from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Limit 35 participants.
Grades 7-12
Craft a fun creative gift this holiday season. We'll provide what you need to create a Cookie-in-a-Jar for someone special. After the mixing is done, decorate the jar and join us for a holiday treat.
Teen Book Club #1
Tuesday, June 7th at 4:00 p.m.
Limit 20 participants.
Vote on which novel we'll read, discuss the premise and get some points to ponder while reading. Remember we'll meet back next month to discuss what we've read so mark your calendars.
Teen/Tween Button Making
Tuesday, June 14th at 4:00 p,m,
Ages 10 -18
Limit 40 participants.
We have a handy dandy button maker. You design it, we'll squeeze it together. Be as creative as you can.
Teen Luminaries
Tuesday, June 21st at 3:00 p.m.
Limit 40 participants.
Everyone needs a light! Come make a luminary to light up your life. Choose from Pin Hole Lanterns, Plastic Bottle Luminaries, Floating Lanterns, or Japanese Lanterns.
Teen Book Making
Tuesday, July 5th at 3:00 p.m.
Limit 40 participants.
Making a book is fun and easy. Come design a book and then put it together. Use it as a journal, sketch book, whatever.
Teen Boardgames
Tuesday, July 9th at 12:00 p,m,
Limit 40 participants.
There's nothing boring about playing these fun board games with your friends to round out the Summer Reading Program. You worked hard and read hard, now come and play hard and rule the boards.
Teen Book Club #2
Tuesday, July 12th at 4:00 p.m.
Limit 20 participants.
You've read the book, now come back and discuss it. What did you think? From plot to characters to themes and more... Discussion fun will be had by all.
Teen Upcycled Sweater Beanie
Monday, August 15th at 5:00 p.m.
Make a beanie using an old sweater. Bring your own sweater.
Teen Reader's Theater
Monday, September 19th at 5:00 p,m,
Come get a script and put together a mini play to perform all in one program!
Teen Open Mike
Monday, November 21st at 5:00 p.m.
What's your talent? Come show it off at our open mike night.
TAB
(Teen Advisory Board)
Second Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m.
Want a say in Teen programming at the library? Join us to voice your opinions.