WMPL Rocks!

Program - Marvelous Manicures

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 00:11:00 +0000

Marvelous Manicures
Thursday, November 12
4:30-6:00
Miss Kathy will show you the proper technique for doing your own manicure. Get your free nail kit to take home with you too. Class limited to 15, please sign up at the front desk.

Program - Bead It!

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 16:59:00 +0000

Friday, Dec. 18th 4:30pm
Create your own amazing jewelry using beads & wire. Keep them for yourself or give as gifts this holiday season. Free, but space is limited. Sign-up at the front desk. For teens in grades 7-12

Program - CR@SH

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 00:14:00 +0000

Cr@sh
November 13th 5:30-7:30
This month we will feature the game Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games for Wii on the big screen. Feel free to bring your system and your extra controllers, or just use ours. Please make sure games are not rated M, please, and be willing to share with the group. Teens in grades 7-12 are welcome to join in the fun!

There will be no CR@SH in December so make sure to come on down on Friday, November 13th. See you again in January!!

Book Review - Messed Up by Janet Nichols Lynch

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 17:05:00 +0000

R.D. is a a teacher's worst nightmare. He is repeating the eighth grade. On the very first day of school, he winds up in the principal's office, after trying to break up a fight between two girls in rival gangs. Of course, no one believes that R.D. was doing the RIGHT thing for once, and he is suspended. R.D. has had it rough, so it's easy to understand why he is having such a hard time in school. His mother had him when she was just a kid, and now she is serving out a sentence in a California prison. He lives with his grandmother and her boyfriend Earl. That is, until his grandma decides to dump old Earl and hops in the cab of her new boyfriend's truck, leaving R.D. behind. R.D. is happy to stay with Earl, but can't help feeling abandoned. And one afternoon, R.D. comes home to find Earl dead, and he must decided what to do. He knows that he will be sent to live in a foster home if anyone finds out he is home alone. He is terrified, and must make some very difficult decisions about his future.

R.D. is a wonderful character, full of humor and heart. He stumbles and struggles, and makes some poor choices, but through it all he remains true to himself. I hope this author continues to write more stories like this!

Book Review - Purple Heart by Patricia McCormick

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 +0000

If you have read any of Patricia McCormick's other books, like Cut or Sold, you know that she is a fantastic writer that tackles difficult topics. Purple Heart is no different. The story is about a young man named Matt who is stationed in Iraq when he is seriously injured during a mission. He is in a military hospital, trying to figure out what happened to him, and freaking out that he will be forever damaged by his traumatic brain injury. He is haunted by dreams of a young Iraqi boy named Ali, who often played soccer near where Matt's unit patrolled, and Matt can't shake the feeling that he was in some way responsible for his death. Above all else, Matt wants to be back fighting for his country with his boys, and it is loyalty to his friends that is most striking in this story. Matt's story gives us a brief glimpse into the messy and painful consequences of war.

Celebrate Teen Read Week

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Thu, 01 Oct 2009 16:29:00 +0000

Read beyond reality @ your library!
Teen Read Week is celebrated every year, and it's time to read for the fun of it! This year's theme is Read Beyond Reality, and you are encouraged to read all sorts of great books that are out of this world. Fantasy, horror, sci-fi, and more.

Get ready to start the celebration at our Open House, Sunday October 4th from 1-5. We will be raffling off a prize package that includes three great books and one DVD, all with the "out of this world" theme. All you have to do to win is come on down to the library, vote for your favorite book of 2008 and you will be entered to win. Westbury and Carle Place teens in grades 7-12 are eligible. There will be also be fun events and entertainment for the whole family all day long.

Hope to see you there!

Program - CR@SH

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 21:35:00 +0000

Our next CR@SH will be October 23rd at 5:30. We will have TWO featured games on the big screen- Boom Blox Bash Party and Singstar, each for one hour. Plus all the treats you love and more video game action. Be sure to bring your extra controllers, games or systems if you want to hook them up. No M rated games, and you are responsible for your own equipment.

October 23rd 5:30-7:30
For teens in grades 7-12
no sign up required.

Day of the Dead - Decorate a Sugar Skull

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:30:00 +0000

Thu, October 29, 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Decorate skulls made from sugar in celebration of the Mexican holiday, Dia de los Muertos, The Day of the Dead. No, you cannot eat the sugar skull. It wouldn't taste very good, trust me. That is why we will have lots of other tasty treats for you to enjoy! Free, please sign up at the front desk.

Program - CR@SH

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 19:21:00 +0000

Our next CR@SH will be Friday, September 11th at 5:30pm. Video games, snacks and fun! The feature game is Wii Sports Resort. Gamecubes will be in the back, feel free to bring your own games and controllers, nothing M rated please.

Book Review - The Treasure Map of Boys : Noel, Jackson, Finn, Hutch, Gideon--and Me, Ruby Oliver by E. Lockhart

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:15:00 +0000

This is the third book in the Ruby Oliver series, and if you enjoyed the other two books, you will love this as well. In the latest installment, Ruby is still dealing with being ostracized by her old group of friends for her rumored promiscuous behavior with a number of boys in her private school, Tate Prep. Luckily, she has Megan and Nora by her side. That is until Nora starts making it clear that she has a crush on Noel, and Ruby can't keep from flirting with him. In addition to the number of boys that seem to constantly cause her blood pressure to rise, Ruby is also facing the challenge of running a school bake sale, trying to keep a job, and handling a very large and very messy Great Dane.

The thing that I love about the Ruby Oliver books is that they really capture what it is like to be a boy crazy teenager. One day Ruby likes Noel, one day she likes Jackson, she can't figure out if Finn likes her...it may seem trivial to adults, but to Ruby (and the reader) it is all very serious stuff. I especially liked how E. Lockhart handles Ruby's relationship with her girl friends, and how things change when boys come into the picture.

Bonus points for an awesome cover, and lots of descriptions of delicious deserts throughout the book that had me craving something sweet the whole time I was reading!

The Return of the Teen Zone!

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 20:17:00 +0000

I know you have been missing us all summer long, but don't worry, the Teen Zone will be back this September. Make sure to stop by the library after school on September 8th and say hello! We will resume our normal hours, 2:15-4:30, every day school is in session. Laptops, games and a relaxing atmosphere for you to unwind after a long day in class. The Teen Zone is open to all teens in grades 7-12. Bring your library card!

Book Review - Need by Carrie Jones

noreply@blogger.com (Ms. McCarthy) — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:05:00 +0000

Zara White is devastated after the death of her stepfather. She can’t seem to function. His death was unexpected and she was there. It happened right after he saw a man outside of their kitchen window. Her mother sends her to Maine to stay with her grandmother. She is hoping that the change will help Zara get back to normal.

Zara is not going to be able to be normal. She saw the same man from Charleston in Maine. He is following her. She doesn’t know what to do. To make matters worse, boys are disappearing from the sleepy Maine town. It has something to do with Zara and the man that she sees all over the place.

This book was a good read. If you liked Twilight, you will like this. There is romance, action, and suspense.

Program - Totally Tie-Dye

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:12:00 +0000

Turn your T-Shirt from drab to fab! Bring in a white t-shirt or tank top and learn how to tie-dye it.

Thursday, August 13th at 3pm.

Summer Celebration!

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:09:00 +0000

Our end of the summer wrap up party will be held on Monday, August 17th at 3pm. If you completed the summer reading club requirements and read and reviewed three books, you can come to the party! Invitations are in the mail. If you don't get your invite, please contact me at the library. We will be raffling off our grand prize, a digital camera. Plus we will have lots of other prizes, and PIZZZZZZZZZZZZZA!

Program - Yoga for Teens

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 17:57:00 +0000

August 5th and August 12th 4pm - 5pm
Discover the many joys of yoga. Build strength, flexibility, and self-confidence through yoga postures, breathing techniques, and meditation. Yoga is fun, challenging, and helps you learn about the most important subject...You!
Wear comfortable clothes, and bring a bottle of water and a yoga mat (if you have one)

CR@SH - August 7th

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 19:33:00 +0000

Our August session will feature DANCE DANCE REVOLUTION! Get ready to move your feet to the beat. As always there will be lots of snacks and video game action. Feel free to bring along your games (nothing rated M) and extra controllers. You are responsible for your own stuff, and please be sure to share! Can't wait to see you there.

CRASH
Friday, August 7th
5p-7p
FREE! For all teens ENTERING GRADES 7-12

Program - Zentangle Drawing

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 19:33:00 +0000

July 30th
3pm-4:30pm
One Stroke at a Time! That is how you can express yourself with Zentangle, a type of drawing that allows you to create beautiful images, even if you think you can’t draw. It is fun and relaxing – you’ll be surprised at what you can do!

Book Review - The Vast Fields of Ordinary by Nick Burd

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 18:50:00 +0000

Dade Hamilton is stuck in suburbia. His social life is mediocre. His dad keeps dragging him to dinner at the country club, where they order the same food week in and week out. His parents marriage is falling apart, he has a crappy job at the Food World supermarket and his hook-up buddy Pablo has a girlfriend. He is too scared to tell anyone that he is gay, but he practices saying the words out loud to his ceiling fan. It's Dade's last summer before heading out to college, and the prospects for a good time look grim. That is until Dade meets Alex, a captivating and mysterious guy who happens to deal drugs to the local in-crowd. He also meets Lucy, a generous soul who becomes his one true friend.

This is a good story about life in the 'burbs, about growing up and figuring out your relationships. I really liked how Dade changed throughout the book, getting stronger and more confident in himself. A great pick for a summer read.

Book Review - Jellicoe Road by Melina Marchetta

noreply@blogger.com (Ms. McCarthy) — Tue, 28 Jul 2009 17:29:00 +0000

This book is a slow starter, but it really picks up. Don’t give up on it right away!

Taylor is a student at the Jellicoe Road School. She is one of the few students there that does not have a family. Her mother abandoned her at the 7-11 and never looked back. She was brought to the school by Hannah when she was a young girl. Hannah is like a mentor for Taylor, but they do not always get along. When Hannah suddenly disappears, Taylor is devastated. People start saying things to her, like they know more about her life than she does. Finally, Taylor realizes that Hannah’s disappearance has something to do with her mother, the same person that left her in the 7-11 bathroom. Find out if she is able to find Hannah before it is too late.

In the midst of figuring out her family, Taylor is also responsible for the other students in her building. She must help protect them from the war between the kids from the town, the military cadets, and the Jellicoe School.

This book has a lot going on. I was a little confused in the beginning because it seems to jump back and forth between two stories. It is a really great read – Just stick with it!

Keep those book reviews coming!!!!

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 18:13:00 +0000

This is week 3 in our summer reading club! This week alone we have received over 40 book reviews!! Nice job everyone. Make sure to submit at least THREE reviews by August 14th to qualify for the grand prize, a digital camera.

Program - Pizza and a Movie

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 17:59:00 +0000

July 23rd 3pm-5:30pm
Come and make your own personal pizza. Cover it with all the toppings you want, we’ll bake it up in the oven, and then you can kick back and watch the movie PUSH, starring Dakota Fanning and Chris Evans

Congratulations to our Guitar Hero winners

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 21:20:00 +0000

Big Congrats to our winning Guitar Hero team! Chris, Shawn, Jordan, and Mark are the reigning Westbury Library GH World Tour champions! The guys each won $10 gift cards to Game Stop. We had a great Friday night, with 44 teens gaming. By your votes, our next CR@SH will feature Dance Dance Revolution. Start warming up now!

Program - Green Beads

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 18:00:00 +0000

Green Beads
Go Green! Learn how to make your own beads using recycled magazines. We’ll create dazzling jewelry with them too!
July 16th 3pm-4pm

Express Yourself @ Your Library

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 19:00:00 +0000

Sign-ups for our summer reading club, Express Yourself @ Your Library has begun! Sign up today and you'll have the ticket to amazing programs and great prizes all summer long! You can even register and submit your reading reviews for the SRC on-line (see the link under programs, to the left). We will be raffling off gift cards to Target and Dunkin' Donuts, tote bags, water bottles, and the grand prize........(wait for it)........A DIGITAL CAMERA!!! The more you read, the better your chances, so sign-up today and get all the info you need.

Summer Reading Club Kick-off/CR@SH featuring GUITAR HERO WORLD TOUR

aliblau@westburylibrary.org (Ali Blau) — Mon, 22 Jun 2009 18:34:00 +0000

Seriously, how much fun can you cram into one night?!!?? July 10th marks the kick-off of our summer long series of amazing programs, so we are celebrating in style with a little Guitar Hero action. If you are entering grades 7-12 in the fall, you MUST come down to the library from 5-7 and join in on the fun. If this is your first chance to come to CR@SH, get ready for tons of video game fun, lots of food, and more! You can sign up for our summer reading club too -- and I know you won't want to miss out on that. Our grand prize is a DIGITAL CAMERA.

No sign-up required, but if you have a group of four people that you want to compete with, register your band in advance, it will make things easier to get everyone started in the competition.

As always, we will have other gaming systems set up in the back. You are welcome to bring your own games, controllers or systems, but you are responsible for you own stuff, and nothing rated M please!

Friday, July 10th
5p-7p