Program Update: January 2013

Hi Everyone!

I wanted to start out with a HUGE thank you to those of you who attended our Hobbit program – It was a lot of fun and very much a success!  What was your favorite part of the day?

January is the start of a new year and we’re trying a few new things.  So look out for some changes to times and days below, then let me know what you think!

January 2013:

Saturday, January 5^th @ 10:30am = STAB Meeting
The Sharonville Teen Advisory Board (STAB) is a group of teens who meet once per month to discuss books and plan teen programs for the library.  And earn volunteer credit for attending!

Wednesday, January 16^th @ 6:00pm = Teen Movie Night
You’ve made it halfway through the week!  Come celebrate with a movie and snacks at the Sharonville Branch.  We’re showing “Back to the Future” this month – something that I believe every teen should watch and enjoy!

Wednesday, January 30^th @ 7:00pm = DIY Books
Make personalized journals, notebooks, scrapbooks, and more using different types of paper and binding techniques.  Perfect for the new year!

Coming Soon: The STAB agenda.  It’s been requested that I post the STAB agenda before the meeting so you’ll know what to expect (and, of course, be able to come prepared with some great ideas!).  Let me know if there is anything you'd like to discuss at the next meeting so I can put it on the agenda.

-Siobhan

The Hobbit: A Library Celebration!

Hi Everyone!

With December just around the corner, I thought I should finally leak all of the information on our upcoming program called "The Hobbit: A Library Celebration" which is being held on Saturday, December 8th!

This is going to be a HUGE event!  We'll have tons of crafts, activities, presenters, and prizes.  Some of the highlights include (but are not limited to!):

• Decorate your own canvas travel bags
• Make your own Elven brooch
• Answer some of Gollum's riddles
• Create your own Middle-Earth crown
• Piece together a dragon bookmark
• Discover Middle-Earth with maps
• Practice your rune writing
• Find out what inspired Tolkien
• Watch a wizard make magic out of paper
• Enjoy swordfight reenactments

Like I said, there will be tons to do!  So stop the Sharonville Branch Library now to pick up a flyer and official schedule of events so you don't miss your favorite activities.  And please help us send a HUGE thank you to our friends at Warner Bros. for supplying us with a plethora of prizes for you guys to win (yes, that actually happened)!

Also, we still need volunteers to help us with the activities we have scheduled for the day, so please stop by the library and ask how you can help out!  Costumes would be fantastic, but are not required.

And, of course, be sure to check out the movie's website: link!  Who will be seeing The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey?!  Let us know in the comments below.

-Siobhan

Happy Halloween!

Hi Everyone!

Halloween is one of my favorite holidays.  My favorite part is, of course, dressing up!  I love seeing all of the costumes that people come up with (especially the homemade kind!).  Some of my favorite costumes include Glinda from The Wizard of Oz, Cortana from Halo, and a contestant on Legends of the Hidden Temple (yeah Green Monkeys!).  What are some of your favorite costumes from years past?

Anyway, I just wanted to take a moment to wish you all a very Happy Halloween!  Have fun and, of course, stay safe :-)

Program Update: November & December 2012

Hi Everyone!

I can't believe it's that time already!  Time to tell you all about the teen programs we have coming up in November and December.  And, as always, feel free to let me know what type of programs you'd like to see offered at our library.  Even the smallest ideas can turn into something fun!

November:
Saturday, November 3rd @ 2:00pm = STAB Meeting
The Sharonville Teen Advisory Board (STAB) is a group of teens who meet once per month to discuss books and plan teen programs for the library.  And earn volunteer credit for attending!

Friday, November 9th @ 6:30pm = Vampires vs. Werewovles
A special edition After Hours Movie Night!  Come celebrate the release of The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn part 2 with us as we craft, eat, and enjoy all things Twilight themed.

Saturday, November 10th 2:00-4:00pm = National Gaming Day
Join us at the library for your favorite board games and card games (and maybe even a game of Twister)!  Or fill out a volunteer application and help the kids learn new games.

December:
Saturday, November 3rd @ 2:00pm = STAB Meeting
The Sharonville Teen Advisory Board (STAB) is a group of teens who meet once per month to discuss books and plan teen programs for the library.  And earn volunteer credit for attending!

Saturday, December 8th = The Hobbit: A Library Celebration
In anticipation for the release of the movie The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, we're turning the library into Tolkien's world.  Check back later for an updated schedule of activites!

Friday, December 14th & Saturday, December 15th = Holiday Open House
Stop by the library for a "Thanks for being great patrons!" snack.  There will also be crafts and activities to do while you sip some hot cider.

See you all around!
-Siobhan

Movie Mondays

Hi Everyone!

I have to say that my mind recently has been on all things related to The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit.  I’ve rewatched The Lord of the Rings movies and am getting super excited for The Hobbit.  And that might be because we’ve been working hard on planning our Hobbit Day program (which will be Saturday, December 8 if you didn't know already).

For the latest info on The Hobbit, check out the website: Link! (and watch the trailer!)

Now, there are a few things I’m excited for in regards to The Hobbit.  The number one thing being that Peter Jackson will be back to direct the three part epic adventure.  I’m always glad when there’s consistency in directors when it’s a movie series and he obviously did an amazing job with The Lord of the Rings, so yay!  The number two thing I'm excited for is the appearance of characters who aren't exactly in The Hobbit (aka Frodo) or who are returning cast members.  It's good to know that the actors are just as excited about the movie, and reprising their roles, as the fans are.

So.  Do we have any Lord of the Rings or Hobbit fans?  What are your feelings on the upcoming movie?  Any ideas for our Hobbit Day program?  Let me know!

-Siobhan

Movie Mondays

Hi Everyone!

Let’s talk about some of your favorite movies of all time.  For me, that’s one of the hardest things to narrow down.  And when people ask “what is your favorite movie of all time?”… well, that’s just impossible to answer.  But I’m always curious to know if it’s a hard question for everyone to answer or if some people truly have a favorite movie of all time.

Some of my favorite movies (the ones that I can watch over and over and never get tired of), in no particular order, include:

Star Wars (A New Hope is, hands down, the best)

Indiana Jones (The Last Crusade is my favorite of the three… er… four)

Back to the Future (I shouldn’t even have to specify)

The Bourne Identity

Saving Private Ryan

A Knight’s Tale

Rear Window

As you can tell, I’m quite fond of the action/adventure type movies.  As long as it involves at least one action sequence or a heist, I’ll probably enjoy it.  I also like some girly movies, the Disney classics, and comedies.  But you’ll never catch me talking about horror movies.  I’d much rather spend my time watching stuff being blown up than suffer through watching a person tiptoe around a house terrified and crying.  And I’ve never heard anyone say “my favorite movie of all time is that horror movie…”

So, I’ll ask the impossible question… What is your favorite movie of all time? J

-Siobhan

Teen Volunteer Opportunities: October 2012

Hi Everyone!

I just wanted to let you know that teens at the Sharonville Branch Library have the opportunity to volunteer at programs/events to earn volunteer credit (and generally have a fun time!).  Here’s a list of upcoming volunteer opportunities that we have available for teens:

Saturday, October 6 - Star Wars Reads Day:  It’s not just about Star Wars and Reading, we’re also going to have activities for kids and we need teen volunteers to help out at stations.

Friday, October 12 - DIY Graveyard:  There’s also After Hours Movie Night for Teens planned for that evening, but we’re hoping that some teens will want to help us create a graveyard instead.

Thursday, October 25 - Shiver in Sharonville:  Kids will come dressed in their Halloween costumes and trick-or-treat around the library, so we need teen volunteers to dress up (or at least wear a silly hat) and hand out candy.

I’ll keep you posted on upcoming volunteer opportunities so you can see what we have planned and pick which programs you’d like to help with.  Also, you’ll need to fill out an application and answer a few easy, interview-type questions (seriously, no pressure!) before you come to a program to volunteer.  So if you’re interested in volunteering, stop by the library and pick up an application asap!

Let me know if you have any questions!

-Siobhan