Today, the we worked on flash fiction–the shortest of the short story forms. Flash fiction is simply a term used for very short fiction; this could be less than 100 words, or 1000 words. There is no formal definition of a maximum word count, however, it is generally understood as […]
How to make a mini book charm
Published on :Want to make your own mini book charm? Here’s how! You can use the charms for key chains, jewelry, pins, or magnets. Supplies & equipment needed: Bookbinding glue Small binder clips Wax paper Scissors Ruler Plain paper Template for book covers Laminator and laminating sheets (optional) Crop-A-Dile and eyelets […]
How to Smile
Published on :How to Smile a poem by Frissiel Juscamaita (teen) One teaspoon of friends For laughs and support Two teaspoons of best friends To call to when you need someone to talk to Three teaspoons of junk food To clear up your stomach when sad Four teaspoons of family members […]
How to Survive a Freestyle Rap Battle
Published on :How to Survive a Freestyle Rap Battle a poem by Sofia Priego (teen) Rapping is something that can come naturally. Or it’s something you just enjoy doing happily. It’s an outlet to express yourself and all your emotions, when you have feelings locked up inside going through the motions […]
Legend
Published on :Our April book was Legend by Marie Lu Summary: In a dark future, when North America has split into two warring nations, fifteen-year-old Day–a famous criminal, and prodigy June–the brilliant soldier hired to capture him, discover that they have a common enemy. Legend is the first book in […]
How to Ignore People
Published on :How to Ignore People a poem by Lara Mirzoyan (teen) It sounds easy, but it’s hard to do. How can one ignore a person that takes life from you. They talk behind your back, you pretend you don’t know. You talk to them with a smile, bringing your confidence […]
Teen Advisory Board — starts Feb 2014
Published on :What is the Teen Advisory Board? Better yet, WHO is the Teen Advisory Board? It’s been a long time since I was a teen myself, and what’s popular with teens is always changing. It’s especially challenging because teens are difficult to engage. Yes, I’m talking about you! Everyone’s busy worrying […]
Medical Training Scholarship from ACLS
Published on :ACLS Medical Training Scholarship Program is offering a $1,000 unrestricted scholarship to a high school senior or college student interested in medical training. The deadline for submissions is December 31, 2014. Click for details: http://www.aclsmedicaltraining.com/scholarship/ For tips about college, check out our College and Financial Aid Libguide: http://cityofpasadena.libguides.com/college_and_financial_aid
Roaring 20’s Poetry Night
Published on :Hats, beads, glitter! It’s a 1920’s party with the added benefit of poetry. In Roaring 20’s fashion, teens shared their self-written poems under the spotlight. The performers were teens from all over our community—some from our own writing workshops and many from our local high schools. With the help of many […]
Unlocking the Secret Art Contest
Published on :The Pasadena Public Library and Art Center College of Design presents… Teen artists were challenged to depict a scene inspired by Mr. Penumbra’s 24-Hour Bookstore, our 2014 One City, One Story selection. The first place winner received free tuition for a Saturday High class at Art Center (valued up to […]