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Monday, November 28, 2011

This Week at the Library: November 29th - December 3rd



How was your Thanksgiving?  Hopefully it was full of food, family, and friends.  Be sure to stop by the library after you've recovered from the holiday!

Tuesday, November 29th: Teen Advisory Board from 3pm to 4pm
The place to be for teens in grades 9-12!

Wednesday, November 30th: Junior Advisory Board from 3pm to 4pm
If you're in grade 6, 7, or 8, this is for you!

While you're on the web, be sure to check out our Teen Zone Calendars!

Monday, November 21, 2011

This week at the Library: November 22nd -- November 26th

It's finally here--the time of year when we get to pig out with our family and friends.  Don't forget to stop by the library for some festive fun!


November 22nd: 
Turkey Cake Pops from 1pm to 2pm
Join us while we make some delicious, festive cake pops!  What better way to get in the spirit of the season?
 T.A.B. from 3pm to 4pm
Our next meeting of T.A.B. is sure to be a fun and productive event!

November 23rd:
The library will be closing at 5:00pm.

November 24th:
The library will be closed for Thanksgiving.


November 25th:
The library will be closed.


November 26th:
The library will be open from 10am to 3pm.

Sunday, November 13, 2011

This Week at the Library: November 15th - November 19th

Can you believe how quickly November is flying by?  It's almost Thanksgiving already!  Be sure to stock up on books to read on your days off from school!

November 15th: T.A.B. from 3pm to 4pm
Don't miss the next meeting of the Teen Advisory Board, for students in grades 9-12.

November 16th: Teen Book Club from 3pm to 4pm
Join us to discuss our latest Book Club selection!

November 18th: Chess Club from 3pm to 4:30pm
Come play everyone's favorite board game!  Can you become the Booth and Dimock chess champion?

Tuesday, November 8, 2011

Get ready...National Gaming Day is coming!!

If there's one event that you absolutely can't miss this year, it's got to be National Gaming Day!  It's a celebration of all things GAMING. From board games to card games and Band Hero to Civilization, there will be something for everyone.  So wake up early and join us from 10am to 3pm on Saturday, November 12th-it's sure to be a great time!

Monday, November 7, 2011

This Week at the Library: November 8th - November 12th

November 8th: T.A.B. from 3pm to 4pm
Do you have any plans to celebrate Veterans Day this year?  Share your thoughts at the Teen Advisory Board.

November 10th: Anime Club
Our next meeting of the Anime Club is scheduled for Thursday, November 10th.  Join us for another great anime viewing and Japanese-themed snacks!
  
November 11th: The library will be closed for Veterans Day.

November 12th: National Gaming Day from 10am to 3pm
Join us for National Gaming Day!  It's a celebration of all games, from chess to Monopoly, Just Dance to Roblox.  Don't miss it!

Friday, November 4, 2011

NaNoWriMo 2011


Are you an aspiring writer, or want to try to be? November is NaNoWriMo--National Novel Writing Month, a time for many to sit down and write, write, write until they reach their chosen word length. If the program seems a little daunting, you can also check out their program for Young Writers.

There are a lot of great resources for writers on this website, even for those of you not attempting an entire novel during the month of November. Their Young Writer Workbooks, for those in Elementary School, Middle School and High School, are jam packed with great writing tools. And you can even read a pep talk from the writer of Matched and Crossed, Ally Condie. Check back later in the month for pep talks from Christopher Paolini, Lauren Oliver, Gayle Forman, Robert Lipsyte and others. 

The Booth & Dimock Memorial Library has set out several packets of information to help aspiring NaNoWriMo-ers get started. Just ask at the Teen Services Desk for more information, ask us for your packet, and for other resources on how you can get started writing.

And, just to prove how real this program is, some NaNoWriMo books and authors you might recognize are listed below. Click here for the (nearly) complete list.


Sara GruenFlying ChangesDescription: http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=nationalnov09-20&l=ur2&o=1 (HarperCollins, 2005), Water for ElephantsDescription: http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=nationalnov09-20&l=ur2&o=1 (Algonquin, 2007) and Ape HouseDescription: http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=nationalnov09-20&l=as2&o=1&a=0385523211 (Spiegel & Grau, 2010). Contact: www.saragruen.com

Maureen McGowanCinderella: Ninja WarriorDescription: http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=nationalnov09-20&l=ur2&o=1 (Silver Dolphin Books 2011). Contact: http://maureenmcgowan.com/
 
Erin MorgensternThe Night CircusDescription: http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=nationalnov09-20&l=ur2&o=1 (Doubleday Books 2011). Contact: http://erinmorgenstern.com/

Stephanie PerkinsAnna and the French KissDescription: http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=nationalnov09-20&l=as2&o=1&a=0525423273 (Dutton Juvenile, 2010). Contact: www.stephanieperkins.com
 
Stephanie Stuve-BodeenThe CompoundDescription: http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=nationalnov09-20&l=as2&o=1&a=0312370156 (Feiwel and Friends, 2008) Contact: www.rockforadoll.com

Thursday, November 3, 2011

Extended Hours: Friday, November 4th


Still in the dark?  Stop by the library to get warm, charge your phone, and check your email!  We'll be extending our hours tomorrow, so feel free to drop in anytime between 10am and 6pm!

Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Wanted: Teen Representative to the Booth and Dimock Memorial Library Board



We know you love the library; how would you like to be an even bigger part of it?  We are looking for a Teen Representative to attend meetings and bring a new perspective to the Board of Trustees.

If you're interested in being the Teen Liaison to the Board, stop by the Teen Zone and fill out an application like the one above.  Make sure to answer the essay questions and get your parent or guardian to sign the form before you turn it back in to us!

20th Annual Connecticut Children's Book Fair


Have you heard about the 20th Annual Connecticut Children's Book Fair?  It's being held on November 12th and 13th at UConn's Rome Commons Ballroom.  Many famous authors and illustrators will be attending, including Jeff Hirsch, Caragh O'Brien, Michael Northrop, and Suzanne Weyn.

There will also be a special Teen Panel discussion called "Disaster and Dystopia: EXTREME Teen Reads" starting at 2pm on Sunday, November 13th.  This is a great opportunity to discuss many of your favorite books with some of your favorite authors, so don't miss it!

Want more information?  Check out their website, or search for them on Facebook (CTChildrensBookFair) and Twitter (CTKidsBookFair).

Volunteer Opportunites at the Library

Looking for a great way to give back?  The Booth and Dimock Memorial Library is looking for volunteers to stuff envelopes for our Annual Membership Drive!  The event will take place on Thursday, November 17th from 2:30pm – 6pm and on Friday, November 18th from 1pm to 4pm (or until finished).  If you're interested in racking up those community service hours, please contact Kristi Sadowski by email, in person at the Teen Services desk, or by calling (860) 742-7606.

Gaming Club extended tomorrow!



We know it can get boring staying at home without power, so stop by the library tomorrow for our Gaming Club!  We'll be meeting starting at 2:30, so be sure to join us!

Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Extended Hours

Don't forget, we'll be open three hours earlier tomorrow (Wednesday, November 2nd).  If you need to charge your phones, iPods, iPads, etc. or just need a warm place to read a good book, feel free to stop by the library between 10am and 8pm!