Buena Park Library's Teen Zone Blog

Free Practice SAT Test in February

2011-12-08T13:32:00.000-08:00

See how you'll score without affecting your college record. Take a full-length SAT test under realistic test conditions on Saturday, February 11, 2012 from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. This practice test is for high school students only. Pre-register at the Library's Information/Reference Desk, by calling the Library at 714-826-4100 ext. 125 or online at www.kaptest.com. Please bring two #2 pencils and a calculator. This event is sponsored by Kaplan.
On Thursday, February 23rd at 6:00 come back to the library for your score report. There will be a Kaplan representative to explain your score and teach test taking strategies to help you improve your SAT score.

SAT Study Group to Meet at the Library

2011-10-15T11:43:00.000-07:00

Whoever said learning can't be fun hasn't joined the SAT study group at the Library. The Library will be hosting an SAT study group on February 18th from 1:00-4:00 p.m. in the Library’s small meeting room. This is a great opportunity for you to meet with other teens who are preparing for the SAT. First you will take a short test in either math or reading comprehension. After taking the test, you will work together to improve your scores by coaching one another in the areas you are strongest.

Teen Tuesday Nights

2011-10-05T10:29:00.001-07:00

Bring your friends and join us on Tuesday evenings from 6:30-7:45 in the auditorium for a fun-filled evening of Wii games, board games, card games, a craft, or group study.

Books and Brownies for October

2011-10-01T15:57:00.001-07:00

October's featured book for Books and Brownies is The Boy in the Striped Pajamas by John Boyne.
Bored and lonely after his family moves from Berlin to a place called “Out-With” in 1942, Bruno, the son of a Nazi officer, befriends a boy in striped pajamas who lives behind a wire fence. This thought-provoking Holocaust book is told from the viewpoint of an innocent child who is a bystander to this tragic event in history. A movie based on the book was released in 2008.
Join us on Saturday, October 22nd at 3:00 in the small meeting room for a lively discussion of this month's book and brownies meeting.

Books and Brownies for September

2011-09-01T15:32:00.001-07:00

The teen book group, Books and Brownies, will be discussing Girl, Stolen by April Henry on September 24th at 3:00.
When an impulsive carjacking turns into a kidnapping, Griffin, a high school dropout, finds himself more in sympathy with his wealthy, blind victim, sixteen-year-old Cheyenne, than with his greedy father.
Join us for a lively discussion and brownies. New attendees are always welcome.

Books and Brownies for August

2011-08-18T11:28:00.000-07:00

The Library's featured book for August is Little Brother by Cory Doctorow. After being interrogated for days by the Department of Homeland Security in the aftermath of a major terrorist attack on San Francisco, California, seventeen-year-old Marcus, released into what is now a police state, decides to use his expertise in computer hacking to set things right.
Join us on Saturday, August 27th at 3:00 in the small meeting room for a lively discussion of this month's featured book and brownies.

Practice SAT August 27th

2011-08-18T11:15:00.001-07:00

See how you'll score without affecting your college record. Take a full-length SAT test under realistic test conditions on Saturday, August 27th from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. This practice test is for high school students only. Pre-register at the Library's Information/Reference Desk, by calling the Library at 714-826-4100 ext. 125or online at www.kaptest.com. Please bring two #2 pencils and a calculator. This event is sponsored by Kaplan.
On Thursday, September 8th at 6:30 come back to the library for your score report. There will be a Kaplan representative to explain your score and teach test taking strategies to help you improve your SAT score.

Rock Band Tournament

2011-06-22T17:41:00.000-07:00

Get ready to rock! The Library will be having a Rock Band Tournament on Tuesday, August 9th from 6:30-7:45 p.m. in the community room. Compete in groups of three for “rock stardom.” Besides bragging rights, there will be a prize awarded to the winning band.

After-Hours Amazing Race

2011-06-22T17:33:00.000-07:00

You are invited to participate in the Library‘s fifth annual After-Hours Amazing Race on Saturday, August 6th from 5:30-8:30 p.m. Compete in teams of two or three as you complete a competitive relay race performing tasks in order to receive clues that will ultimately lead you to the finish line.
Space is limited, so pre-register by dropping by or calling the Library.

Monopoly Deal Tournament

2011-06-22T15:37:00.000-07:00

The Library will be having a MONOPOLY® Deal tournament on Tuesday, August 2nd from 6:30-7:45 p.m. in the community room. Wheel and deal your way to the top as you compete in this new card version of the popular board game. A prize will be awarded to the tournament winner.

Minute-To-Win-It

2011-06-22T14:49:00.000-07:00

Tackle 60-second unique challenges using items found around the house in the Library’s Minute-to-Win-It Competition on Saturday, July 30th from 2:30-4:00 p.m. Can you complete the challenges and prove you’ve got what it takes to win it in a minute?

Are You the Next Buena Park Library Singing Sensation?

2011-06-22T11:54:00.001-07:00

Do you have what it takes to be the next Buena Park Library singing sensation? Find out at the Library’s third annual Karaoke Revolution: American Idol Encore Competition on Tuesday, July 26th from 6:30-7:45 p.m. in the Library’s community room. You can compete solo or as a duet as you sing your way to stardom and compete to win the title of Buena Park Library’s Singing Sensation.

Bunco Competition

2011-06-16T13:18:00.000-07:00

There will be a Bunco competition at the Library on Saturday, July 23rd from 2:30-4:30 in the Library's upstairs boardroom. This is a simple, fast-paced game of chance which requires no prior knowledge of the game. Roll the dice and look for the winning combination needed to shout “Bunco!” Prizes will be awarded to competition winners.

Mario Kart Tournament

2011-06-16T13:13:00.000-07:00

Test your “driving” skills against other teens as you compete against one another in Wii’s Mario Kart on Tuesday, July 19th from 6:30-7:45 in the Library's auditorium. There will be a prize for the tournament winner.

Super Smash Bros. Brawl

2011-06-16T13:08:00.000-07:00

There will be a Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament on Saturday, July 16th from 2:30-4:00 in the Library's auditorium. Pit your favorite Smash Bros. character against another player in this head-to-head double elimination tournament. A prize will be awarded to the tournament winner.

UNO Tournament

2011-06-16T13:04:00.000-07:00

Join us on Tuesday, July 12th from 6:30-7:45 in the Library's auditorium for our annual UNO Tournament. UNO is a fast-paced card game that is easy to learn. A prize will be awarded to the first person to reach 500 points.

Just Dance Competition

2011-06-16T12:43:00.000-07:00

Get ready to dance as you compete in the dance battle mode of Wii’s Just Dance 2 on Saturday, July 9th from 2:30-4:00 in the Library's auditorium.
There will be a prize for the competition’s winner.

Yahtzee Tournament

2011-06-16T12:32:00.000-07:00

There will be a Yahtzee Tournament on Tuesday, July 5th from 6:30-7:45 in the Library's auditorium. Score points by rolling five dice to make a variety of combinations in this classic game. There will be a prize for the tournament winner.

Books and Brownies for June

2011-05-21T09:18:00.000-07:00

The Library's featured book for June is The Dead and the Gone by Susan Pfeffer. After a meteor hits the moon and sets off a series of horrific climate changes, seventeen-year-old Alex Morales must take care of his sisters alone in the chaos of New York City.
Join us on Saturday, June 25th at 2:00 (right before Team Jeopardy) for a lively discussion of this month's featured book and brownies.

Scrabble Tournament

2011-05-21T09:07:00.000-07:00

Are you good with words? On Tuesday, June 21st from 6:30-7:45 the Library will host its first Scrabble Tournament. Score points by forming words from lettered tiles. Challenge your friends to this crossword puzzle board game. The tournament winner will receive a prize.

You Are Here: Summer Reading Club for Teens

2011-05-21T08:58:00.000-07:00

Sign-ups for the Teen Summer Reading Club begin June 17th with a kick-off celebration from 2:30-4:00 p.m. that will include Wii games, ice cream sundaes and door prizes. Read, read, read this summer and earn chances to win GREAT prizes.

Books and Brownies for May

2011-04-09T11:53:00.000-07:00

The Library's Books and Brownies featured book for May is Looking For Alaska by John Green. Join us for brownies and a lively discussion of this month's featured book on Saturday, May 14th at 2:00 (directly before the bento box workshop). In Looking for Alaska, sixteen-year-old Miles' first year at Culver Creek Preparatory School in Alabama includes good friends and great pranks, but is defined by the search for answers about life and death after a fatal car crash.

Bento Box Workshop

2011-04-09T11:40:00.001-07:00

Bento boxes are yummy, healthy lunches that are all the rage in Japan. At this workshop you will create your own delicious bento lunch. Space is limited so reserve your spot today by stopping by the Questions Desk in the Library or calling 714-826-4100 ext. 125.
Put fun back in your lunch by attending this workshop on Saturday, May 14th from 2:30-4:00.

Practice SAT

2011-03-16T15:57:00.000-07:00

See how you'll score without affecting your college record. Take a full-length SAT test under realistic test conditions on Saturday, April 23rd from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. This practice test is for high school students only. Pre-register at the Library's Information/Reference Desk, by calling the Library at 714-826-4100 ext. 125or online at www.kaptest.com. Please bring two #2 pencils and a calculator. This event is sponsored by Kaplan.
On Thursday, April 28th at 6:30 come back to the library for your score report. There will be a Kaplan representative to explain your score and teach test taking strategies to help you improve your SAT score.

Book Discussion: A Step From Heaven

2011-03-16T15:41:00.001-07:00

The teens will be reading and discussing An Na's Prinz award winning book A Step From Heaven as part of the Buena Park Reads Together program during the month of April. The book discussion will be held on Saturday, April 9th at 3:00 in the small meeting room downstairs.

Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament

2011-02-15T14:03:00.001-08:00

We will be having a Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament for teens on Saturday, March 19th from 2:30-4:00 in the Library's auditorium. Pit your favorite Smash Bros. character against another player in this head-to-head double elimination tournament. A prize will be awarded to the tournament winner.

March's Book Discussion Selection: Kite Runner

2011-02-15T13:49:00.000-08:00

There will be a book and film discussion on The Kite Runner by Khaled Hosseini on Saturday, March 12th at 1:00 in the Library's auditorium. We will be viewing the film beginning at 1:00. After the film, join us for a discussion of the book and film. This book to film discussioin was made possible by the California Center for the Book.

Are You a Poet and You Don't Know It?

2011-01-14T09:02:00.000-08:00

Unleash your inner poet by attending this 4 week poetry writing workshop in March. Juan Farias Alvarez, poet and author, will be leading this workshop on Thursday, March 3, 10, 17, and 31st at 6:30 in the Library's boardroom.
At the end of the 4 week session, all participants will receive a book of poems written by the workshop poets.

Friendship Bracelets Workshop

2011-01-14T08:58:00.001-08:00

Come to this creative workshop on Saturday, February 12th at 2:30 and make a friendship bracelet out of colorful embroidery floss. It is easy, fast and fun. Make one for yourself, give to a friend or trade with a friend attending the workshop.

February's Book Discussion on The Adoration of Jenna Fox

2011-01-14T08:54:00.000-08:00

Our next book discussion will be Saturday, February 12th at 3:00 in the Library's small meeting room. Join us for a lively discussion of The Adoration of Jenna Fox by Mary Pearson. Please read the book before attending. All attendees will be able to select a book for their personal collection just for attending.

Unwind: January's Book Discussion Selection

2010-12-08T17:10:00.001-08:00

Our next book discussion will be Saturday, January 8th at 3:00 in the Library's small meeting room. Join us for a lively discussion of Unwind by Neal Shusterman. Please read the book before attending. All attendees will be able to select a book for their personal collection just for attending.

Get Fit: Snacks and Exercise

2010-12-08T17:03:00.001-08:00

Start the new year right with healthy eating and exercise. Come to the Library's community room on Saturday, January 8th from 2:30-4:00 for this fun and tasty workshoop. We will be making fresh fruit tostadas and smoothies during this workshop. After eating our healthy snacks, we will be ready for some friendly competition as we play a variety of Wii sports games.

Holiday Crafts

2010-11-04T17:49:00.000-07:00

Get ready for the holiday season by making a holiday card and gift and decorating a gift bag and cookies. Join us Saturday, December 11th from 2:30-4:00 for this holiday craft workshop.

Hunger Games Book Discussion

2010-11-04T17:24:00.001-07:00

Saturday, November 20th from 3:00-4:00 the teen book discussion group will be discussing Hunger Games. Please read the book before attending and join us for a lively discussion and refreshments.
Those in attendance will be entered in a drawing to win Catching Fire and Mockingjay in the Hunger Games trilogy.

National Gaming Day

2010-11-03T17:48:00.000-07:00

Join us Saturday, November 13th from 2:30-4:00 as we celebrate National Gaming Day. All ages are welcome to participate. There will ba a variety of board, video and table games to play with family and friends. Some of the games available include XBox's Halo, Wii's Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Monopoly Deal, and UNO.

Games With Beat

2010-10-08T09:31:00.001-07:00

On Saturday, October 23rd from 2:30-4:00, you can experience Games With Beat in the Library's downstairs auditorium. You will engage in a variety of music related video games that include Rockband, Guitar Hero, Dance Dance Revolution, and Karaoke.

College Essay Writing Workshop

2010-10-08T09:19:00.000-07:00

On Tuesday, October 19th from 6:00-7:30, there will be a college essay writing workshop presented by Kaplan in the Library's downstairs auditorium. Learn how to write an essay that stands out whether it is for a college entrance application, SATs, or class assignment.

Teen Read Events

2010-09-15T15:11:00.001-07:00

During the entire month of October you can sign up and participate in the library’s online reading program. When you read at least one book and write a review on the book, you will be entered into a drawing for a special prize. To sign-up just go to the library’s website at www.buenaparklibrary.org and click on the Books With Beat logo.

The library will be holding two special events the week of Teen Read Week. On Tuesday, October 19th from 6:00-7:30, there will be a college essay writing workshop presented by Kaplan. Those who attend this workshop will learn how to write an essay that stands out whether it is for a college entrance application, SATs, or class assignment. Then on Saturday, October 23rd from 2:30-4:00 you can experience Games With Beat as you engage in a variety of music related video games that will include Rockband, Guitar Hero, Dance Dance Revolution, and Karaoke.

Halo Reach Event

2010-09-02T19:29:00.000-07:00

Be one of the first to play the NEWLY RELEASED Halo Reach on Saturday, September 18 from 2:30-4:00 p.m. in the Library’s community room. The game will be system linked for 8 players. Other video and board games will be available to play.

Elsewhere by Garielle Zavin: Teen Book Group Selection for September

2010-08-12T17:43:00.000-07:00

The Teen Book Discussion Group will be discussing Elsewhere by Gabrielle Zavin on September 25th at 3:00 in the Library's small meeting room located in the downstairs auditorium. New attendees are always welcome. Please read the book before the meeting.
Book discription: After fifteen-year-old Liz Hall is hit by a taxi and killed, she finds herself in a place that is both like and unlike Earth, where she must adjust to her new status and figure out how to "live."

Free Practice SAT/ACT Combo Test

2010-08-10T13:21:00.000-07:00

The Library will be hosting a free practice ACT/SAT combo test on Saturday, August 28th from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. This practice test is perfect for those who are trying to decide whether to take the ACT or the SAT test. This combo test includes a condensed version of both the SAT and ACT. High School age students are welcome to participate. Registration is required for this event. You can register in person at the Information and Reference desk at the Library or by calling 714-826-4100 ext.125. Participating students need to bring a calculator and two #2 pencils to the practice test.
For all participating students and their parents, there will be a combo test results and ACT & SAT Workshop on September 1st from 6:30-7:30 p.m.

After-Hours Amazing Race

2010-08-04T10:11:00.000-07:00

You are invited to participate in the Library‘s fifth annual After-Hours Amazing Race on Saturday, August 14th from 5:30-8:30 p.m. You will compete in teams of two or three as you complete a competitive relay race performing tasks in order to receive clues that will ultimately lead you to the finish line.
Space is limited, so you must pre-register by dropping by or calling the Library at 714-826-4100 ext.125.

Bunco Tournament on Tuesday August 10th

2010-08-03T11:25:00.000-07:00

The Library will be holding a Bunco tournament on Tuesday, August 10th from 6:30-745p.m. This is a simple fast-paced game of chance which requires no prior knowledge of the game. Participants will roll the dice looking for the winning combination needed to shout “Bunco!” Prizes will be awarded to tournament winners.

MONOPOLY Deal Tournament

2010-07-28T10:36:00.000-07:00

The Library will be having a MONOPOLY® Deal tournament on Saturday, August 7th from 2:30-4:00 p.m. in the Library’s community room. Teens will wheel and deal their way to the top as they compete to become this year’s MONOPOLY® champion. A prize will be awarded to the tournament winner.

Rayman Tournament

2010-07-28T10:27:00.000-07:00

On Tuesday, August 3rd there will be a Wii Rayman Raving Rabbids tournament from 6:30-7:45 p.m. in the Library’s community room. The fun will come at a fast and furious pace as you battle one another during the various mini games including playing instruments in a rock band or showing your dance moves, all while using only the Wii remote and nunchuck. There will be a prize for the winning team.

Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament

2010-07-22T19:42:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, July 31st from 2:30-4:00 p.m. there will be a Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament in the Library’s community room. You will pit your favorite Smash Bros. character against other teen players in this head-to-head double elimination tournament. A prize will be awarded to the tournament winner.

Boom Blox Tournament

2010-07-21T10:36:00.000-07:00

Compete one-on-one and in teams during Wii’s Boom Blox Bash Party Tournament on Tuesday, July 27th from 6:30-7:45 p.m. in the Library’s community room. You will take destruction to a new level as you blast, bash, shoot, topple, and pull blocks in this ultimate puzzle game. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team.

Guitar Hero III Tournament

2010-07-17T15:24:00.000-07:00

Get ready to rock! There will be a Guitar Hero III Tournament for on Friday, July 23rd from 2:30-4:00 p.m. in the Library’s community room. Guitarists will battle head-to-head for the title of best guitarist. Besides bragging rights, there will be a prize awarded to the winning guitarists.

Teen and Adult Book Discussion Group Meet to Discuss The Secret Between Us

2010-07-07T17:26:00.001-07:00

The teen and adult book disussion groups will meet together on Thursday, July 22nd at 1:00 in the Library's downstairs meeting room to discuss The Secret Between Us by Barbara Delinsky. The book is about a mother and daughter relationship and the effect a lie has on the bond between them. This intergenerational discussion will be very enlightening.

Anime Club Meets July 20th

2010-07-07T17:22:00.000-07:00

The Library's Anime Club will be meeting Tuesday, July 20th at 6:30 in the auditorium. This month we will be viewing Comic Party. Come and join other anime fans for this month's feature anime and refreshments like candy sushi.

Learn to Knit

2010-07-01T14:34:00.001-07:00

Learn to knit on Friday, July 16th from 2:30-4:00 p.m. in the Library’s Community room. You will learn the basics of knitting as you make and complete a wristlet. All of the supplies needed to complete this project will be available at the Library. Space is limited, so you must pre-register in the Library or by phone at 714-826-4100ext. 125.

Wii Mini Game Extravaganza

2010-07-01T14:29:00.000-07:00

Compete one-on-one and in teams in the Wii Mini Games Extravaganza on Tuesday, July 13th from 6:30-7:45 p.m. in the Library’s community room. You will play a variety of mini games from Wii’s Mario Party and Toy Story Mania. Participants will water ski over jumps, steer race cars, smash plates, and pop balloons while all using just the Wii remote. Prizes will be awarded.

Wii Summer Olympic Events

2010-06-23T10:43:00.000-07:00

Compete one-on-one and in teams in the Wii Summer Olympic event at the library on Tuesday, July 6th from 6:30-7:45 p.m. in the community room. You will be able to participate in such Olympic events as track and field, swimming and gymnastics. You will compete against one another for prizes as you race down the track, leap over the high jump or churn up the water in swimming.

UNO Tournament

2010-06-23T10:35:00.000-07:00

There will be a UNO tournament on Tuesday, June 29th from 6:30-7:45 p.m. in the Library’s community room. This fast-paced card game is easy to learn. A prize will be awarded to the first person to reach 500 points.

Mario Kart Tournament

2010-06-11T16:44:00.000-07:00

Test your “driving” skills against other teens as you compete against one another in Wii’s Mario Kart on Friday, June 25th from 2:30-4:00 p.m. in the Library’s community room. A prize will be awarded to the top “race” driver.

Karaoke Competition

2010-06-11T16:38:00.000-07:00

Do you have what it takes to be the next Buena Park Library’s singing sensation? Find out at the Library’s second annual Karaoke Revolution: American Idol Encore Competition on Tuesday, June 22nd from 6:30-7:45 p.m. in the Library’s community room. Teens can compete solo or as a duet as they sing their way to stardom and compete to win the title of Buena Park Library’s American Idol.

Make Waves--READ

2010-06-11T16:08:00.000-07:00

Sign-ups for the Teen Summer Reading Club begin June 18th with a kick-off celebration from 2:30-4:00 p.m. that will include Wii and board games, food and door prizes.

Book Discussion Group for Teens

2010-04-14T10:50:00.001-07:00

The recently formed book discussion group for teens meets the fourth Saturday of the month at 3:00 in the small meeting room in the auditorium. Here is a list of the upcoming selections:
April 24th: My Sister's Keeper by Jodi Picoult
May 22nd: Acceleration by Graham McNamee
June26th: Elsewhere by Gabrielle Zevin
July 22nd (Thursday at 1:00): The Secret Between Us by Barbara Delinsky (teens will meet with adult book discussion group)

Halo 3 Tournament

2010-03-18T17:06:00.000-07:00

Join us for a Halo 3 Tournament on Saturday, April 10th from 2:00-4:00 in the Library's auditorium. We will play in teams using a system link with multiple X-Box systems. Bring your friends and competitive spirit and prepare to have fun.

College 101

2010-02-23T11:48:00.001-08:00

The Orange County Dream Team is a group of current college students and recent college graduates. They will be at the Library on Saturday, March 20th at 2:00 p.m. to discuss their college experiences and provide motivation to high school students considering college. They will provide answers to such common questions as: Why go to college?, How to get into college? And What happens one in college? This program is one in a series of programs aimed at helping students complete high school and prepare for college or the workforce and was made possible through a generous grant from AT&T foundation.

Resume Writing and Job Interviewin Skills Workshop

2010-02-23T11:35:00.000-08:00

On Saturday, March 6th, at 2:00 American First Credit Union will be conducting a free workshop on resume writing and job interviewing skills. This practical workshop will give you the skills and information you need to help land your first job. This program is one in a series of programs aimed at helping students complete high school and prepare for college or the workforce and was made possible through a generous grant from AT&T foundation.

Recyclable Crafts Workshop

2010-01-13T12:08:00.000-08:00

Go Green at the Library on Saturday, February 27th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and participate in the Recyclable Craft Workshop. Learn how to make fashionable jewerly by first creating handmade paper beads. Beads will be used to create bracelets. Or make a useful wallet out of duct tape. All supplies needed for the workshop will be available at the Library.

The Great Scavenger Hunt Book Contest

2009-12-18T15:06:00.000-08:00

The Great Scavenger Hunt is hosted by YA author Kay Cassidy. Here is how the Hunt works:
1) Come to the Buena Park Library and pick up The Great Scavenger Hunt Book List in the teen area.
2) Check out and read a book from the list.
3) Go to http://www.kaycassidy.com/hunt/list-ya and click on the title of the book you want to read. This will open a trivia challenge for the selected title. Print off the trivia challenge.
4) Answer the trivia challenge questions and give the completed questions to the librarian at the Information/Reference desk at the Buena Park Library.
5) If you get a least 8 out of 10 questions correct, you will be entered into Kay's monthly drawing.

Every month, YA author Kay Cassidy will choose one lucky winner. If you are the winning hunter, you'll receive a $50 gift card to the bookstore of your choice.

Get Ready for the SATs

2009-12-18T10:21:00.001-08:00

See how you'll score without affecting your college record. Take a full-length SAT test under realistic test conditions on Saturday, February 6th from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. This practice test is for high school students only. Pre-register at the Library's Information/Reference Desk, by calling the Library at 714-826-4100 ext. 125 or online at www.kaptest.com. Please bring two #2 pencils and a calculator. This event is sponsored by Kaplan.
Let your parents know that there will be a college fund seminar at 10:00 a.m. on February 6th. This seminar will provide resources to help your family plan financially for your college education. This seminar is sponsored by Epi-Digm.

Teen Author Panel

2009-12-18T09:57:00.000-08:00

There will be a panel of four teen authors at the Buena Park Library on Tuesday, January 12th from 6:00-7:30 p.m. Authors include Jamie Martinez Wood author of Rogelia's House of Magic, Sandra Lopez author of Esperanza, Lara Rios author of Becoming Americana, and Julia Amante author of Evenings at the Argentine Club. These four authors will inspire and encourage teens to achieve their dreams. They will share their books and how they achieved their dream of becoming a writer. Copies of their books will be available for purchase. Attendees will have a chance to win a door prize.

After-Hours Amazing Race 2009

2009-11-10T17:13:00.000-08:00

The Buena Park Library's fourth annual After-Hours Amazing Race was held Saturday, August 15th. Teens competed in teams of three. Teams completed about 25 tasks before reaching the finish line. Teams used the Library's online catalog, databases, reference books, and the Internet to answer questions related the the summer reading theme of baseball. They also performed baseball related tasks such a hitting a homerun in Wii baseball.

Holiday Card Making Workshop

2009-11-07T16:22:00.001-08:00

There will be a holiday card making workshop on Saturday, December 5th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in the Library’s community room. A variety of supplies will be available for you to use as you create one-of-a-kind Holiday cards and gift tags.

Smash Bros. Tournament

2009-10-22T12:57:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, November 21st from 2:00-4:00 in the library's downstairs auditorium there will be a Super Smash Bros. Brawl. Pit your favorite Smash Bros. character against another player in this head-to-head double elimination tournament. A prize will be awarded to the tournament winner.

Teen Read Week

2009-10-03T16:28:00.001-07:00

Read something out of this world, just for the fun of it during Teen Read Week. Read a book the week of October 18-24th and receive a coupon for a free taco from Del Taco (while supplies last). To receive your taco coupon, just fill out a reading slip (located in the teen area) and turn it into the Information Desk.

During our Game Night on Tuesday, October 20th from 6:30-7:45, we will leave this dimension and help Rayman defeat the Raving Rabbids that have invaded his world. Prizes will be awarded to the winning team.

Deciding Between the ACT or SAT?

2009-07-30T10:47:00.000-07:00

Take Kaplan's ACT/SAT combo test on Saturday, September 12th from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. This combo test includes a condensed version of both the SAT and ACT. Then come back to the Library on Tuesday, September 15th from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. for your results and ACT vs SAT workshop. In this workhop you will learn more about the differences between the two tests and how to think about deciding which test to take.

You can register for this class by:

signing up at the Information/Reference desk
calling the Library at 714-826-4100 ext.125
enrolling at kaptest.com/practicetest

Game Maker Workshop

2009-07-30T10:43:00.000-07:00

Do you want to learn how to make your own computer games? Then this workshop is for you. In this workshop you will be using downloadable Game Maker 7.0 software to get you started building your own great games in no time. Game Maker allows you to make exciting computer games, without the need to write a single line of code. Using easy to learn drag-and-drop actions, you can create professional looking games within very little time. This workshop is on Saturday, August 29th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in the Library's Board Room upstairs. Each participant will have the use of a laptop to create his/her game. There is a limit of 21 attendees so make sure to pre-register at the Library's Information/Reference Desk.

Great Summer Reads

2009-06-18T17:39:00.000-07:00

Grand Slam--Summer Reading Club

2009-05-27T11:44:00.000-07:00

Grand Slam, the summer reading club for teens, kicks off on Friday, June 19th at 2:00 in the Library's community room. At the kick-off celebration, you will sign-up for the summer reading club, hear about all of the special events planned during the summer, enjoy food, have your caricature drawn by Dave Boatman, play Wii games such as Super Smash Bros. Brawl and Guitar Hero.
There will be a variety of video and board game tournaments all summer long. Make sure to pick up a calendar of events and sign-up for the summer reading club on June 19th.

Wintergirls: April's Book Discussion Group Selection

2009-04-17T12:06:00.000-07:00

On April 25th at 11:00 a.m. the Teen Book Discussion group will be discussing Wintergirls by Laurie Halse Anderson. It is the story of eighteen-year-old Lia as she struggles with anorexia. The book is told in Lia's own words as diary entries. If you are planning on coming to the book discussion, please have the book read prior to the meeting.

Healthy Snacks Workshop

2009-03-17T13:28:00.000-07:00

You will discover that healthy foods don't have to be boring and can taste good too in this workshop on nutritious snacks at the library on Saturday, April 11th from 2:00-3:30 in the auditorium. In this workshop you will make and eat a healthy snack that is guaranteed to be something tasty and sweet. You will also be taking home some great tasting snack recipies. Come and learn how to feed your brain and muscles for peek performance in the classroom or on the field.

Guitar Hero World Tour Tournament

2009-03-01T11:23:00.001-08:00

The Library held a Guitar Hero World Tour Tournament on Saturday, February 28th. The OC Register made of video of this event.

Super Smash Bros. Brawl Competition Against Haskett Library

2009-02-06T14:15:00.000-08:00

As part of Teen Tech Week, we will be having a virtual Super Smash Bros. Brawl competition against Anaheim's Haskett Library on Saturday, March 14th from 2:00-4:00 in the Library's auditorium. Our top players will go head to head with Anaheim's best! The best way to get a spot in the competition is to come to the library on Tuesday, March 10th from 6:30-7:45 for our practice match.

Book Discussion Group for Teens to Begin in March

2009-02-02T17:14:00.000-08:00

A teen book discussion group will begin meeting in March. Our first meeting will be Saturday, March 28th from 3:00-4:00 p.m. At our first meeting we will be discussing "Life As We Knew It" by Susan Beth Pfeffer.
About the book: Miranda's disbelief turns to fear in a split second when a meteor knocks the moon closer to the earth. How should her family prepare for the future when worldwide tsunamis wipe out the coasts, earthquakes rock the continents, and volcanic ash blocks out the sun? As summer turns to Arctic winter, Miranda, her two brothers, and their mother retreat to the unexpected safe haven of their sunroom, where they subsist on stockpiled food and limited water in the warmth of a wood-burning stove.
Told in journal entries, this is the heart-pounding story of Miranda's struggle to hold on to the most important resource of all--hope--in an increasingly desperate and unfamiliar world.
If you are planning to attend this discussion group please have the book read before coming to the meeting on March 28th.

Book Trailer Contest for Teen Tech Week

2009-01-26T15:47:00.000-08:00

As part of Teen Tech Week we will be having a contest in which you can create a book trailer promoting your favorite book.
WHAT IS A BOOK TRAILER: A book trailer is similar to a movie trailer, in that it is designed to create interest in a book and to encourage others to read the book.

THE RULES:
• You must be between the ages of 13-18 to enter.
• Your video should be 1-3 minutes long.
• Your video should promote a book available at the Buena Park Library.
• You must upload your video directly to YouTube and then send us the link using the online entry form explained below. Videos must be uploaded by March 16, 2009.
• Your video may not contain content that is inappropriate (think PG rating).
• You can find information and examples of book trailers at http://ca.youtube.com/iplteens and http://www.kalama.com/~zimba/tjomsland/yalit/booktrailers.html (some of the individual trailers are dead links to try the following examples: The Chocolate War, The Dangerous Book for Boys, How I Live Now, and I am the Messenger).
JUDGING:
The entries will be judged based on how well the above rules were met and how entertaining or informative the video was. The creator of the winning video will receive a Best Buy™ gift card.

GETTING STARTED:
• Sign up for a free YouTube account at www.youtube.com.

• Get help with creating, uploading and troubleshooting your video at the
YouTube Help Center.

• Great information on camera work, lighting, sound, editing, music and more at http://www.youtube.com/video_toolbox

The official entry form for the Buena Park Library’s Book Trailer Contest is located at www.buenaparklibrary.org (click on Teen Tech Week YouTube Contest link) and
ENTER YOUR YOUTUBE VIDEO HERE.

Free Practice SAT Test--January 31

2008-12-03T17:48:00.000-08:00

Get ready for the SATs by taking a free practice SAT test on Saturday, January 31st from 9:45a.m.-2:00p.m. See how you'll score on the SATs without affecting your college record. You will take a full-length test under realistic testings conditions. Pre-registration is required. You can pre-register at the Information/Refernce desk at the Library or call the Library at 714-826-4100 ext.125.
Please bring a calculator and two #2 pencils on test day.

Game Making Workshop--January 24

2008-12-03T17:20:00.001-08:00

Do you want to learn how to make your own computer games? Then this workshop is for you. In this workshop you will be using downloadable Game Maker 7.0 software to get you started building your own great games in no time. Game Maker allows you to make exciting computer games, without the need to write a single line of code. Using easy to learn drag-and-drop actions, you can create professional looking games within very little time. This workshop is on Saturday, January 24th from 2:00-4:00 p.m. in the Library's Board Room upstairs. Each participant will have the use of a laptop to create his/her game. There is a limit of 21 attendees so make sure to pre-register at the Library's Information/Reference Desk.

Cookie Decorating Workshop--December 20

2008-12-03T17:15:00.000-08:00

There will be a Cookie Decorating Workshop for teens on Saturday, December 20th from 2:30-3:30 p.m. in the Library's auditorium. The supplies needed to make your tasty creations will be provided. You can eat them right away or take them home to share with family or friends.

Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament

2008-12-01T12:12:00.000-08:00

This video was taken during our 2nd Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament. There were about 50 participants. We played a double elimination tournament. Players could play until they had two losses.

Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament

2008-11-06T15:52:00.000-08:00

There will be a Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament on Saturday, November 22nd from 2:00-4:00 in the Library's auditorium. Pre-registration for this event is recommended to ensure a spot in the tournament. You can register at the Information/Reference Desk in the Library.

After-Hours Amazing Race

2008-08-26T12:58:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, August 16, 2008, the Library held our third annual Amazing Race. Teens competed in teams of three. They completed 25 tasks before reaching the finish line. Teams used the Library's database to answer questions about the countries being visited during the race. They also performed tasks related to the culture like building a pyramid out of peanut butter and chex cereal in Egypt, eating hot cheetos in Mexico, and making candy sushi in Japan.

Resume Writing and Job Interview Skills

2008-07-22T11:55:00.000-07:00

On Tuesday, August 5th, at 6:30 p.m., American First Credit Union will be conducting a free workshop on resume writing and job interviewing skills. This practical workshop will give you the skills and information you need to help you land your first job.

Discover What the "WRITE" Job for You Is

2008-07-22T11:49:00.000-07:00

On Saturday, August 2nd graphologist Paula Sassi will present two programs on handwriting analysis at the Library. At 2:00 p.m., Paula will help you discover "The Write Job" by using handwriting analysis to find out what job categories best fit your personality and abilities. At 3:30 p.m., Paula will present What is Your Personality Type? in which you will have fun learning about yourself and others by discovering the secrets revealed through handwriting analysis.

Magic Workshop July 19th

2008-07-08T12:42:00.001-07:00

Magician David Skale will present his comedy magic show and workshop at the Buena Park Library on Saturday, July 19th from 2:00-3:00 p.m. The workshop will teach basic magic concepts and skills. You will actually learn several tricks that you can take home to astonish and impress friends and family. Space is limited. This workshop is for teens only.

MONOPOLY Tournmanet

2008-06-27T11:09:00.001-07:00

There will be a MONOPOLY Tournament on Saturday, July 5th from 12:30-4:30 p.m. The top 4 scoring participants from the first 90 minute round will move on to the final 90 minute round to determine the winner. Prizes will be awarded and ice cream sundaes will be served between rounds.

Summer Reading Club for Teens

2008-06-11T11:18:00.000-07:00

Teens, ages 12 through 18, are invited to participate in the Summer Reading Club especially for them, Reading: Your Passport to Adventure, at the Buena Park Library District. Sign-ups begin June 20th with a kick-off celebration from 2:00-4:00p.m. You will be able to participate in the Wii Olympic Games, have a caricature of yourself drawn by artist David Boatman, and enjoy pizza and ice cream floats.
During the summer there will be a variety of video and board game tournaments, a magic workshop in which you will learn some magic tricks to amaze your family and friends, have a chance to have your handwriting analyzed by a graphologist to discover what your handwriting suggests is the "best" job for you and discover job interviewing skills and learn to write a job resume. The Teen Summer Reading Club begins June 20th, 2008 and continues through August 23rd, 2008.

New SAT Preparation Videos

2008-05-29T13:43:00.000-07:00

Need help on that last minute preparation for the SAT test? Getting a good score on the SAT is the key to getting into a good college. Check out one of our new DVD's in the Last Minute SAT series and watch your SAT score soar. The library has a title for math, writing and critical reading.
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 13th. The library will be having a FREE SAT practice test. More information to come.

Becoming a Money Wise Teen

2008-05-16T12:33:00.001-07:00

Teens and their parents are invited to attend a FREE financial workshop sponsored by FFS First Financial on Saturday, May 31st at 2:00 p.m. in the Library's auditorium.

The workshop will cover:
Making financially responsible decisions through investing and saving
Proper use of credit cards
Importance and proper use of checking and savings accounts
Please pre-register at the Library's information/Reference desk or by calling 714-826-4100 ext. 125.

Jewelry Making Workshop

2008-05-02T10:27:00.001-07:00

On Saturday, May 10th from 2:00-4:00p.m. come to the Library to create wonderful jewelry using handmade paper beads. Beads can be used to create necklaces or bracelets for yourself or a special gift for Mom on Mother's Day. Space is limited so please register at the Information/Reference Desk at the library or call 714-826-4100 ext. 125.

Super Smash Bros Brawl Tournament

2008-04-28T17:08:00.000-07:00

Here is a YouTube video of our first Super Smash Bros Brawl Tournament that was held April 26, 2008. There were about 50 participants in the tournament. A special thanks to Ben, Andrew and Andrew for your help planning and running the tournament.

Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament

2008-04-14T14:19:00.001-07:00

There will be a Super Smash Bros. Brawl Tournament on Saturday, April 26, 2008 from 2:00-4:00pm in the Library's Downstairs auditorim. Pre-registration for this event is recommended to ensure a spot in the tournament. You can register at the Information/Referemce Desk at the Library.

Guitar Hero Tournament

2008-03-07T11:51:00.000-08:00

Here is a YouTube video of the Guitar Hero Tournment that we had at the Buena Park Library in January 2008.

Video Game Mania

2008-03-03T11:32:00.000-08:00

Join us on Saturday, March 29th from 2:00-3:30pm for Video Game Mania highlighting our new Wii! Games will include Wii's new Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Playstation's Guitar Hero 3, and Game Cube's Mario Cart.

California Young Reader Voting

2008-02-28T11:34:00.000-08:00

California Young Reader Medal: Where Readers Decide the Winner

Teens, you can have a part in deciding the book that receives the California Young Reader Award for 2007-2008. Begin by picking up a ballot which contains a list of nominated books in the Teen Zone of the Library (look for the display containing all nominated teen titles). To be a qualified voter, you must experience all of the nominated books in a category by reading the books yourself. Books may be read in more than one category, but you may vote for only ONE book in each category. Please return the ballot with your choice marked to the Children’s Room at the Buena Park Library District by March 27, 2008.

Scoreback Night for SAT

2008-02-05T15:56:00.000-08:00

SAT Scoreback & Parent Information Night is Tuesday, February 12, 2008 from 6:00-7:00.

Receive a score report showing your strengths and weaknesses.
Get free information about college admissions and test taking strategies to improve your score.

This program will be held in the Library's downstairs auditorium. Refreshments will be served.

Printz Winner Announced

2008-01-16T14:05:00.000-08:00

The Michael L. Printz Award is an award for a book that exemplifies literary excellence in young adult literature. This year's winner is The White Darkness by Geraldine McCaughrean. In the book, fourteen-year-old Symone's exciting vacation to Antarctica turns into a desperate struggle for survival when her uncle's obsessive quest leads them across the frozen wilderness into danger. This book is available for check-out at the library.