Derby Public Library

 

 Teen & Young Adult Zone

Young Adult Advisory Board - Wednesday, May 13th @ 6:30PM / Teen Karaoke Night! - Wednesday, May 14th @ 6:30PM / Teen "Hip Hop Style" Dance Class / Tuesday, June 24th @ 6:30PM

 

Young Adult Library Policies

The YA Room

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Ongoing Programs

Special Programs

Online Resources

Calendar of Events

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Special Programs

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Young Adult Advisory Board

at the Derby Public Library

Members Wanted!!!

Upcoming Meetings:

May 13th & June 17th @ 6:30PM

Friendships + Teamwork = Fun Programs!!!!!!

Answer the following Questions...

1) Are you motivated to work with other people your age?

2) Do you want to get involved with your community?

3) Do you value what the library has to offer and respect the library building & staff?

4) Do you have ideas for young adult programs that will be positive experiences for all involved?

5) Do you want to have FUN!!??

6) Are you between the ages of 12 & 17?

If you answered YES to all of these, then you should be a member!!!

For more information, contact  Young Adult Librarian,

Tim Login at (203)736-1482

or email: tlogan@biblio.org

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Teen Karaoke Night

Wednesday, May 14th / 6:30PM to 7:30PM

presented by

BEST DJ SERVICE

Choose from 1600 Songs!!!

Snacks & Drinks Provided

for Ages 12 to 17

Derby Public Library

(203)736-1482

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Ongoing Programs:

 

Knit-Teen!!!

Check Back in the FALL for more

Knit-Teen!!!

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Teen Game Night

Featuring the Wii

for Young Adults ages 12-17 @ the Derby Public Library

First Wednesday of the Month at 6:00PM

The Library will have several board games available or

you may bring a favorite with you as well.

EXPECTATIONS:

Cooperation with all!

Respect for All

&

FUN will be the result!!!

NO REGISTRATION NECESSARY

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"Book Buddies"

 

Children ages 3-7 and young adults 12-17 years old are invited to be part of the BOOK BUDDIES program at the Derby Public Library. 

The Following Thursdays:

May 8th @ 3:30PM

Join us as the younger adults partner with the younger children share their love of books by reading aloud to them each week.

If you have any questions or would like to register, please call 736-1482 or stop by the Children's Room.

 

Refreshments will be served

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Upcoming Summer Programs:

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Teen "Hip Hop Style" Dance Class

Tuesday, June 24th

from 6:30PM to 7:30PM

presented by

That's Showbiz!  Dance-Theatre School

Snacks & Drinks Provided

for ages 12 to 17

Derby Public Library

(203)736-1482

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Teen Entrepreneurs Club

Tuesdays, from 3:30PM to 4:30PM

July 8th, 22nd & August 17th

Learn about teens who have developed successful businesses and spend time developing your own business ideas.

THINK BIG!!!

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Magic Teen

 

Brian Lizzete will perform a magic show on Wednesday,

JULY 19th

6:30PM to 7:30PM

Not only will teens be entertained but they will also learn the "how to" of performing magic tricks.

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Teen Musical - Theatre Workshop

That's Show Biz!  Dance - Theatre School

will lead young adults through their acting paces on Tuesday,

July 15th

6:30PM to 7:30PM

Come and have fun as you learn techniques that will increase your confidence when performing in a play or skit.

Bring the Actor in You!!!!

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Teen Origami

Karen Jensen will conduct an origami class for the young adults on Thursday,

July 17th

4PM to 5PM

Make a cool craft and enjoy a fun time with friends.

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TEEN Beaded Craft Program

Julie's Jewelry will hold a class on designing your own jewelry with colorful beads and string.  Be here Tuesday,

August 5th

6:30PM to 7:30PM

and leave with a great piece of handmade jewelry.

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Summer Mystery Reading Program

YNK @ Your Library

(AKA - You Never Know at Your Library)

WHO - Any young adult ages 12 to 17 can participate

WHAT - Read 2 or more mysteries this summer to qualify for rewards, prizes and a pizza party.

WHEN - June 23rd - August 12th

WHERE - The Derby Public Library

HOW -

        1) Register at the library by July 1st to be a part of the program

            * Please list the title of your chosen books and authors.

        2) Read 2 or more books and complete a short question and answer      

            sheet for each book.

            * Please hand in completed questions and answer sheets by         Monday,   August 12th.

        3) Join us for a pizza party on Thursday, August 14th from 3:30PM to 5:30PM.

            * Rewards & prizes will be handed out for accomplishing the goal of reading 2 or more books.

Reading = Rewards & Prizes & Pizza

Ride the Wave @ the Derby Public Library!!!           

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Link to On-Line Resources

Links:

Derby Middle School

Derby High School

College Scholarships & Financial Aid Page

Scholarship Help

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Teen Driving Links    

                   

Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles

Mothers Against Drunk Driving

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HOMEWORK & STUDENT RESOURCES

BRAIN POP -  multimedia site on how stuff works

CIA WORLD FACT BOOK - country facts, figures,  flags, etc.

CITING YOUR SOURCES  

CONNECTICUT STATE LIBRARY CT HISTORY RESOURCES - Connecticut  info 

ELEMENTS OF STYLE - Writing guide

FIRSTGOV for Kids - Category link page.

HIGH SCHOOL ACE - Links to great resources

HOW STUFF WORKS

          KIDSCLICK!

US Historical Documents

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