San Marcos Teen Space

Teen Silk Screen T-Shirts

2012-01-25T17:37:00.000-08:00

Thursday Feb. 9 at 4:00pm
Teens bring your own white or black t-shirts and get ready to learn the fine art of silk-screening. We'll use professional ink and screen, cut out a few stencils, and get graphic!! Event is free.

Action Teen Meeting

2012-01-25T16:34:00.000-08:00

Wednesday Feb. 1st at 4:00
Action Teens are involved, active, and have a voice!
All are welcome to join our Teen Advisory meetings!!
Pick up an application if you are interested in earning service learning hours.
First we have a short orientation for interested newbies, then we all vote on teen programs.
Snacks and great ideas!
Chocolate Fondue!! Strawberries & Pretezels!

Teen Survival Skills Series: Part 1 FOOD!

2012-01-23T13:48:00.000-08:00

January 19 @ 4:00 p.m.

Action Teens voted on a Teen Survival Skills series--asking for tips on surviving their first year at college or at their first job. We'll cover financial skills next month and we covered FOOD this month:)

Teens came together to learn some basic survival tips on basic, simple meals! We chopped and sauted veggies, blended smoothies with fresh fruit, baked potoatoes, grilled cheese sandwiches, made fun little pizzas, and even boiled up a packet of Ramen Noodles and added some healthly veggies to make a delicious and CHEAP soup!!

See you next month for Teen Survival Skills Part 2---Money!!

Teen MovieMakers

2012-01-08T16:35:00.000-08:00

Sunday, January 8 1:00-2:00 in the afternoon

Teens we are working on our ongoing movie project "Books Create Smiles" so come join our Movie Makers group and get started making movies!!

Teens will learn how to film with our library Flip Cameras, download video content to our DropBox account, and create short Animoto video/photo slideshows for our library big screen t.v. in the San Marcos Branch lobby:)

Teens Make Duct Tape Stuff

2012-01-08T16:05:00.000-08:00

This Thursday, January 12 @ 4:00pm till 5:30pm
Teens come out and make a new duct-tape wallet and other fun stuff for the New Year! All materials are provided and the art class is free. Ages 12-17 are welcome:)

Teen BYOB

2012-01-03T15:08:00.000-08:00

Teens bring your own book to discuss--intelligent conversation about fascinating teen books--if you like to talk and you like to read--this is the place you want to be:) Treats and hot chocolate:):)

Date: 1/5/2012

Start Time: 4:00 PM

End Time: 5:30 PM

Action Teen Meeting

2011-12-20T12:49:00.000-08:00

Action Teens are involved, active, and have a voice!

Teens come by on Wed January 4th @ 4:00 --we'll have our meeting and start planning for the New Year!

We had lots of great ideas from our December meeting, so we can vote on the most popular to see what will make the teen calendar.

Take the Winter Reading Challenge!

2011-12-15T16:47:00.000-08:00

Hey Teens the Winter Reading Challenge is ON!!

Play to Win!

Check out any 5 items from the San Marcos Branch Library and earn an entry for our weekly prize drawing.Teen Prizes include: Ear Buds, Flash Drives, Movie Tickets and more!

Just take your check out receipt to the information desk and you will receive your entry forms. Play as much as you like--May the best readers WIN!!

"Snow Dude" Puppet Show!

2011-12-04T12:41:00.000-08:00

All you teen puppeteers out there -- put on a wintery show at the library! Rehearsals are on Wednesday 28th at 4pm, and the show is on Thursday the 29th at 4pm.

Teen "Holiday Cheer"

2011-12-04T12:31:00.001-08:00

Hey Teens! Come by and share your holiday cheer with your friends on December 21 at 6pm. We'll be decorating sugar cookies, playing Wii, and drinking some delicious hot chocolate(:

Special prizes for the best stocking hat!

Create Greeting Cards for Family & Friends

2011-12-04T12:31:00.000-08:00

Come by the library on December 14 from 3:30-4:30pm and create your own block print holiday greeting cards to share with your family and friends!

Action Teen Meeting

2011-12-04T12:00:00.000-08:00

Action Teens are involved, active, and have a voice!

Teens come by on Wed December 7th @ 4:00 after school--we'll have our meeting and start planning for the holidays and the New Year!

Come by and help decide on teen programs, meet new friends, and find out why the library is the place to be!

Snacks and laughter:)

Teen "Cram Session"

2011-11-29T17:02:00.000-08:00

Teens, are you "cramming" for finals? Come by on December 14 and use our open study room from 4-8pm with your friends. Hot chocolate will be provided:)

Candle Making Workshop

2011-11-23T17:03:00.000-08:00

Tis the Season to be jolly!!

Make something nice for you and your friends!

Teens and Tweens come out Thursday, December 1st @ 3:30 and learn the secrets of beeswax and sand candles.

Teen B.Y.O.B.

2011-10-30T12:15:00.000-07:00

Bring Your Own Book Club meeting from 4:00-5:30pm, November 17th! Bring your favorite book and share it with your fellow teens!

Teens Play Wii

2011-10-30T12:09:00.000-07:00

November 10th, 4:00-5:30 PM, join us in the conference room for Wii games and fun!! :D

Movie Maker Teen Meeting

2011-10-30T12:06:00.000-07:00

All teens who enjoy the workshop will be encouraged to join our Action Teen Movie Maker team and to participate in an ongoing video production program which will show teen videos at the library on our new monitor in the lobby. Come see what's happening:)

November 3rd, 2011. Time: 4:00-5:30pm

ACTION TEEN MEETING! :D

2011-10-30T12:01:00.000-07:00

Get involved with the San Marcos Library Action Teens!

Find out all our fun activities for November 2011 and help plan events for November.

As always, we will have lots of (healthy) snacks and drinks!

SEE YOU AT THE CONFERENCE ROOM!

NOVEMBER 2ND, 2011. TIME: 4:00-5:30PM

TEEN B.Y.O.B! :) (Bring Your Own Book!)

2011-10-16T13:21:00.000-07:00

The Teen Book Club @ San Marcos Branch Library is back in session! Bring Your Own Book! That's right, just bring the book YOU are reading. Snacks and laughter:)
October 30th, 2011 from 3-5pm!

COME JOIN US! :) Let's Decorate!

2011-10-16T13:13:00.000-07:00

Teens & Tweens come join us to decorate for the Octoberbash! Ozmania event.

~ October 26th, 2011 from 4:00-5:30pm! :)

We will be creating a yellow brick road and Dorothy's house! :)

OZ-MANIA!!!

2011-10-09T12:45:00.000-07:00

2011 October Bash!

Join us for stories, arts and crafts, a movie, treats and lots of Wizard of Oz Mania!

~Thursday October 27th, 2011 from 3:30-5pm~

Costumes are encouraged ;)

Learn about San Diego Area Cemeteries with SDSU professor Seth Mallios
Not-so-scary stories with Madame Linda
Create a Dia de los Muertos Skull
Watch "The Wizard of Oz"
Teen Wii in the Teen Section (if you would like)
We will also be announcing our "Teen Read Week: Picture It @ Your Library" Photo Contest Winners!!

Teen Animoto Workshop

2011-10-09T12:36:00.000-07:00

Thursday, October 20th at 4pm-5:30pm

Come learn how to make movies for free!!

Animoto is free online service which offers a fun, fast way to create videos using still photos and video clips! Instruction and computers will be provided.

Action Teen Photo Contest

2011-10-04T11:00:00.000-07:00

Action Teen Photo Contest begins October 6th!!

Theme: Recreate your favorite Book Cover with your original photograph:)

Ages 13-18 are eligble to enter. Prizes include gift certificates and fun cameras!!!

Let your imagination rule!

Entries due October 17 5pm.

Enter using this link:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/RCLWG6L

Teens Make Masks :)

2011-09-26T16:47:00.000-07:00

Unleash your mask-making creativity!

Wednesday, October 12th 4pm-5:30pm
Teens come by to make and decorate a Mardi Gras like mask. Learn about carnival in New Orleans and Venice then create a special mask for our San Marcos Library "October Bash" on Thursday, Oct 27th. Costumes will be encouraged :)

Class is free and all art materials will be provided.

Camera Phone Workshop October 6th 4:30pm

2011-09-26T16:33:00.000-07:00

Hey Teens!

Kick-off the Action Teen Photo Contest by learning how to take cool pictures on your cell phone (and a regular camera:) with professional Carlsbad photographer, Ms. Gesa Cowell.
Thursday, October 6th 4:30-5pm

2011 Photo Contest Theme: Recreate Your Favorite Book Cover!

Enter your winning photos!
“Picture It @ Your Library” Action Teen Photo Contest:
Online Entry form: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/RCLWG6L2011 Photo Contest Theme: Recreate Your Favorite Book Cover!

Winners will be announced at our October Bash on October 27th. :)

Prizes will include gift cards and fun cameras.
All entries will be printed, framed and displayed in the Teen Space during Teen Read Week Oct 16-22.

October Action Teen Meeting!!

2011-09-26T16:16:00.000-07:00

Get involved with the San Marcos Library Action Teens!

Find out all our fun activities for October 2011 and help plan events for November.

As always, we will have lots of (healthy) snacks and drinks.

Wednesday, October 5th from 4pm-5:30pm in the Conference Room.

Come Join the Fun!! ☺

*Remember to check out the teen blog regularly for more information on Action Teen events, workshops and other important bulletins!

Write A College Essay

2011-09-15T17:21:00.000-07:00

Teens! Are you ready to write the best college entrance essay that will knock college administrators socks off?? Great! Saturday, September 24 11:00am is the time for the workshop.

Come by and start writing your college essay with Mary Kate Hampton, professional writer/instructor who specializes in composing and editing college admissions essays.

Ms. Hampton is ready to work with you as an individual on your college essay. Ms. Hampton will also give the group great tips to get into the college of your choice.

She will guide everyone towards their best college essay writing...ever!

Teen's Tie-Dye T-Shirts

2011-09-13T18:15:00.000-07:00

Wed September 14 after-school @4-5:30 pm
Stop by the library to make a cool tie-dye t-shirt!
T-shirt are provided, but feel free to bring your own shirt--or socks-- to dye. It will be messy!!!

Action Teen Meeting

2011-08-30T14:40:00.000-07:00

Come to the Action Teen Meeting on Wed afternoon Sept 7 4-5:30pm
After-school!!
Find out about this month's events and help plan more for this fall.
There will be lots of snacks and lots of fun and laughter:)
We've got lots of cool stuff planned for September, so come on down and get involved!
See you there!

SAT Practice Exam

2011-08-30T14:29:00.000-07:00

SAT exam time is closer than you think!
Teens come and take a realistic SAT practice exam on Saturday,Sept 10 10am-1:30 and see how you do. Test will be timed and proctored onsite. Results will be immediate. The The SAT exam is a 3 and 1/2 hour test, crucial for your college entrance applications.

Practice at the library and be ready for the REAL thing in October!!

Registration is recommended as space is limited. Go to www.sdcl.org and then click on Calendar of Events. Click on San Marcos teen events for Sept. Find the SAT practice exam program entry. Click registration. Call 760-891-3000 for more information.

SAT Exam Workshop

2011-08-30T14:22:00.000-07:00

Teens....are you ready?

SAT exams are coming soon, so be prepared!! We are having a SAT Exam Workshop on Thursday, Sept 8 4-5:30pm to help you ace your exam.

Ms. Katie Stapko, a professional SAT tutor, will guide you with lots of tips and tricks to help improve your score:)
Workshop is free and handouts will be provided.

Teen B.Y.O.B (Bring Your Own Bookclub)

2011-08-24T10:04:00.000-07:00

The Teen Book Club @ San Marcos Branch Library is back in session! Bring Your Own Book! That's right, just bring the book YOU are reading. Snacks and laughter:)

The next club meeting will be Sunday, Sept 28 from 3-4:30pm. Intelligent and Interesting.

Teens Decorate School Binders!

2011-08-17T18:19:00.000-07:00

Hey teens....it's almost time for school to start... so come by the library Tues August 23 @4:00pm to Decorate new School Binders...we'll have stickers, paint markers, and more stuff to personalize you and your binder's return to school. Bring your fav photos of friends and we can add that to the mix!!

Action Teen Media Arts Workshop!!

2011-08-09T13:17:00.000-07:00

All Teens are invited to a new Media Arts Workshop:
August 10, 11, 12 @ 2-5pm for 3-3hr sessions.

This is a professional, intensive video production and editing workshop presented by the El Cajon Media Arts Center "FabLab" team.

Teens will learn super "movie-making" skills while creating a public relations demo reel of San Marcos Library Summer Reading events that will be shown in the library lobby to visitors.

The Media Arts Workshop is free and we have FlipCameras for teens to use. Sign-up for all 3 sessions is required. Sign-up with Ms. Margo San Marcos Teen Librarian or call 760-891-3000 for more information.

To see more about what the FabLab team offers please see their info at this link:
http://www.mediaartscenter.org/site/c.dfLIJPOvHoE/b.6546143/k.551E/Fab_Lab_San_Diego__MACSD.htm

Action Teen Meeting TODAY:)

2011-08-03T09:56:00.000-07:00

Action Teen Meeting is today Wed. August 3 from 3-5 pm.

Come help plan events for the fall, as well as find out what's going this Friday with our final Summer Reading Party/Teen Lock-In. Also don't forget we have a great opportunity coming up August 11,12, and 13 with the FabLab video instruction team from El Cajon. We'll be talking more about the Media Arts Workshop and how to sign-up and learn some mad video production and editing skills. Snacks and laughter!

Teen Lock-In (Final Party for Action Teens) Summer Reading

2011-07-27T11:31:00.000-07:00

Hey Action Teens!

The summer is almost over, but there is time for one more party!! We will be having a "Teen Libary Lock-In" from 6-10pm at the San Marcos LibraryTeen Space. this means you and your friends will have the library all to yourselves:)

Activities will include a nationally broadcast Author Visit with Gabrielle Zevin, Wii Games, a Photo Scavenger Hunt, a showing of the teen sensation "Beastly", snacks and some drumming with Master Percussionist, Romeo Carrido of our Teen Drum Circle.

All the action starts at 6pm and will go strong till 10pm. Permission slips will be required.Let your friends and parents know about this event now!
For more information contact: Ms. Margo Smart
                                            Teen Librarian
                                             San Marcos Branch Library
                                             (760) 891-3000
                                             margo.smart@sdcounty.ca.gov

Teen Origami

2011-07-23T15:38:00.000-07:00

As part of the Summer Reading international cultures theme,
our next destination is... Japan!

The library is hosting an origami craft! Teens can learn the beautiful Japanese art of paper-folding on Thursday, July 28th, from 3-5 pm from Mr. Arnold Tubis, author of of two origami books, Fun with Folded Fabrics and Unfolding &
Mathematics with Origami Boxes.
Supplies and instruction are free, and no experience is necessary. Come explore more about Japanese culture!

See you there!

Teen Drum Circle

2011-07-15T15:16:00.000-07:00

Following the Summer Reading theme of world cultures and travels, let's explore Latin America!

Mr. Romeo Carrido will be teaching basic Latin drum rhythms to teens on Thursday, July 21st, from 2-4 pm. He is a master percussionist and the founder of the popular Latin band, Luna Llena. After learning the basics, the group will then form a drum circle for a group "jam" session. Instruction and drums are provided, and no experience is necessary. Come express some Latin flair!

Action Teens SilkScreen Tees with Graphic Artist Team Dale and Miles McLeod.

2011-07-10T01:43:00.000-07:00

Enjoy!

Author Visit: Lisa Desrochers

2011-07-09T14:58:00.000-07:00

The library is pleased to be hosting a visit from teen author, Lisa Desrochers!

Ms. Desrochers is the author of the popular book "Personal Demons". She will be at the library on Thurs. July 14th, from 7-8 pm, to meet and greet with fans. She will also be promoting her newest title "Original Sin," a novel that the New York Times Review says is "full of shivers, surprises, and sultry romance!" Come by to meet this new exciting writer.

Check out Ms. Desrochers' website: http://www.lisadwrites.com/

Italian Mosaics

2011-07-07T14:47:00.000-07:00

Sticking with the Summer Reading theme of international culture and travel, let's go to Italy!
On Thursday, July 14th, Ms. Margo will be teaching teens how to make beautiful Italian mosaics. The craft will be from 3- 5pm. Normally, mosaics are massive, but the mosaics will be small enough to take home! Supplies and instruction are free.
Come have fun!

Teen Silk-Screen T-Shirts

2011-07-04T14:28:00.000-07:00

Stop by the library to create your own T-Shirt-- perfect for the nice, warm weather!

As a part of the Summer Reading Program, teens will have the chance to make their own silk-screen t-shirt. Instructor Dale McLeod will be at the library on Thurs. July 7th, from 3-5 pm, showing us how to take an original design and screen it onto a shirt. Art supplies and t-shirts are free!

Action Teen Meeting

2011-06-29T14:14:00.000-07:00

Hey everyone! Hope you all are having a great school vacation!

There will be an Action Teen Meeting on Wed. July 6th, from 3-5pm. Come plan events for the summer and help promote the Summer Reading program!

Also, encourage any of your friends to get involved at the library; pick up an application and become an Action Teen!
See you guys there!

"Ancient Greek" Clay for Teens

2011-06-23T15:41:00.000-07:00

June is almost over!
Luckily, there's still one more event for this month: "Ancient Greek" Pottery!
On Thursday, June 30th, from 3-5 pm, come to the library and make your own clay creations! Pots, cups, bowls- anything you want! Be creative and messy!
Stop by for a fun time!

Good Time to show the Movie "Beastly" in July??

2011-06-19T15:43:00.000-07:00

Hey Action Teens!! If you were wondering if we had a movie on Friday---well it didn't happen....we are still waiting on persmission to show the movie "Beastly" so I apologize I didn't get a chance to alert you--so sorry---Yikes!
Please let me know when a GOOD time to show "Beastly" will be in July--come by and see me or just email me--ok? Thanks! This time the popcorn is on me:):)

Chinese Brush Painting

2011-06-12T15:44:00.000-07:00

As part of our Summer Reading theme featuring an international "art tour" we will be presenting the art of Chinese Brush Painting on Thurs. June 23rd from 3-5pm.

Ms. Margo and Action Teen Florence Yuan will teach you how to create beautiful paintings using the Chinese brush technique. No experience is necessary, and art supplies are provided.

Come learn more about Chinese art and culture!

Summer Reading Kick-Off Party!

2011-06-08T12:41:00.000-07:00

Check out the Summer Reading Kick-Off Party this Saturday, June 11th!
This is an all-day fair with the kids' Hullabaloo Concert starting at 11am. There will also be Papel Picado (1 pm), Aztec dancing (3-4:30 pm) and more!
If you attended the Balloon Animal/ Face Painting training (June 8th), you can show off your skills and be a part of the festivities! Regardless, it's going to be a big event, so any volunteers are appreciated!
Come celebrate and promote a summer of reading!

Balloon Animals & Face Painting Workshop

2011-05-24T12:30:00.001-07:00

Interested in making balloon animals? Want to know how to face paint?

"Sparkles" the Clown will be teaching teens how to make balloon animals and face painting on Wed. June 8th, from 4-5:30. Come have fun with friends! Join the new Action Teens Entertain team and volunteer at the upcoming Summer Reading Kick-Off Party on Saturday, June 11 from 11-4:30.
If you're interested in helping out at the party or just learning some cool skills, stop by on June 8th! Workshop is totally free and supplies will be provided:)

Action Teen Meeting & Party!!

2011-05-24T12:30:00.000-07:00

Summer's coming up!
Action Teen Orientation/Meeting on Wed. June 1st, from 4-5 pm.
Come help plan events for the summer, as well as find out what's going this summer. Teens stick around for the after-party! There will be snacks and Wii games! Also Ms. Natalie our Henna Tattoo instructor who will be teaching teens how to do beautiful henna tattoo designs!

Be sure to stop by!

Teen Yoga

2011-05-22T08:00:00.000-07:00

Come to the last May Teen Yoga session!

An instructor from the Yoga Vista Studio will be teaching teens from 4-5 pm, this Wednesday, May 25th. Learn this fun and stress-relieving exercise! No experience is necessary and the class is free!

Check out the Yoga Vista Studio website here: http://www.yogavista.net/

Action Teens Spring 2011

2011-05-19T14:32:00.000-07:00

Artist Visit: Billy Martinez

2011-05-17T08:00:00.000-07:00

Come meet and learn from the incredible graphic artist Billy Martinez!

Billy Martinez is an amazing artist who will be presenting an Anime/Manga drawing class this Friday, May 20th, from 4- 5:30 pm. Art supplies are provided, and don't worry about being "good".

Just stop by and have fun!

Check out Mr. Billy's awesome artwork and skills:

http://www.nekopresscomics.com

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVYx4weJ154

Teen Wii

2011-05-16T14:00:00.000-07:00

Hi everyone!
The library is bringing out the Wii gaming system this Thursday, May 19th. Early birds can play from 2- 4 pm, but the Wii will also be out from 4- 6 pm too. Come for either session, or stay for both!
Exercise while having a good time!

Teen Yoga

2011-05-14T14:05:00.000-07:00

Come learn yoga!

This month, every Wednesday, the library is hosting Teen Yoga to encourage healthy lifestyles. An instructor from the Yoga Vista Studio will be teaching teens from 4-5:30 pm. The next upcoming session is on Wed., May 18th. Have fun and exercise! No experience is necessary, and the class is free!

Check out the Yoga Vista Studio website here: http://www.yogavista.net/

Artist Visit: Billy Martinez

2011-05-10T08:16:00.000-07:00

Interested in art? Love anime or manga? Then come to the Graphic Art Classes to learn from graphic artist expert Billy Martinez!

Billy Martinez is an incredibly talented artist who will be presenting two Anime/Manga drawing classes this month. The next upcoming class is on Friday, May 13th, from 4-5:30 pm. The classes are free and art supplies are provided. Come have fun!

Check out Mr. Billy's awesome work:
http://www.nekopresscomics.com
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KVYx4weJ154

Teen Yoga

2011-05-05T14:50:00.000-07:00

Celebrate physical fitness and wellness!

This month, every Wednesday, the library is hosting Teen Yoga to encourage healthy lifestyles. An instructor from the Yoga Vista Studio will be teaching free lessons to teens from 4-5:30 pm. The next upcoming session is on May 11th. Come learn this fun and stress-relieving exercise! No experience is necessary!

Check out the Yoga Vista Studio website here: http://www.yogavista.net/

Action Teen Meeting

2011-04-27T14:21:00.000-07:00

Hi teens!

There's an Action Teen Meeting, Wednesday, May 4th, from 4- 5:00 pm.We'll be talking about the upcoming events for May, as well as planning events for June and July. Summer is always a busy time for the library, and we need your guys' input!

We're also going to be making sushi after the meeting, so stick around if you want a delicious treat!

Hope to see everyone there!

Teen Puppet Show: The Garbage Monster

2011-04-23T15:14:00.000-07:00

Stop by the library on Wed. April 27th, from 4- 5:30 pm, to help with a puppet show! Teens will be acting out the story, The Garbage Monster, for kids and families. Help teach them about protecting the environment!

It's sure to be a fantastic time!

Teen Wii Party

2011-04-18T12:55:00.000-07:00

It's Wii time!

Come play games on the Wii this Thurs, April 21st, from 4- 5:30 pm.

Get active and have fun with friends!

Teen Craft: Candy Making

2011-04-17T15:06:00.000-07:00

Like sweets?
Then come to the library this Wed. April 20th, from 4- 5:30, for the newest teen craft: Candy Making! Stop by to make some sweet treats. It's going to be fun and delicious! See you there!

Teen Movie Maker Meeting

2011-04-10T15:00:00.000-07:00

And... action!
The Teen Movie Makers Club is going to have a meeting on Wednesday, April 13th, from 4- 5:30 pm. If you are part of the club or are interested in joining, please come to the meeting. Make sure to mark your calendars and see you there!

Teen Book Club & Anime/ Manga Meeting

2011-04-08T17:36:00.000-07:00

Hey teens!

On Sunday, April 10, there will be a meeting for the Teen Book & Anime/ Manga Club, from 3:30- 4:30. Remember, the club is B.Y.O.B (Bring Your Own Book), and it will be fun to hear about the books everyone has been reading!

The top Anime/ Manga picks are:

1. Yotsuba

2. Black Butler

3. Love Hina

4. One Piece

5. InuYasha

6. Dramacon

7. Fruits Basket

8. Hetalia
Check out these great reads at the library!

"Project Runway" Fashion Careers College--Part 3 College Dreamin' series

2011-04-06T14:44:00.000-07:00

"Project Runway" Fashion Careers College--Part 3 College Dreamin' series
Stop by the library this Thursday, April 7th, from 2:30 -3:30 pm! A college rep from the Fashion Careers College will talk about exciting careers in fashion. There's also going to be a "Project Runway" event!
Learn about fashion design, how to drape fabric on a mannequin, and strut down our own runway:)

Check out this school @
www.fashioncareerscollege.com

Action Teen Meeting and Palomar College Rep

2011-04-04T14:00:00.000-07:00

Hey guys, on Wed, April 6th, there will be an Action Teen Meeting and Orientation. The meeting will last from 4-5 pm. We'll be discussing upcoming events and community service opportunities. And there will be snacks! =)

After, at 5 pm, a college rep from Palomar college will be stopping by the library to talk to us as part of the College Dreamin' series.The rep can answer any questions that you may have about applying to or attending Palomar in the future. Check out their website: http://www.palomar.edu/

Make sure to stop by!

College Dreamin' series Part 1: FIDM

2011-03-28T11:44:00.000-07:00

Interested in designing 3-D characters in movies or creating the latest X-box game? Is Fashion or Interior Design your first love? A college rep from F.I.D.M. the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising as part of our College Dreamin' series will give a brief presentation at the San Marcos Library Teen Space on Tues, April 5th 4-5 pm. Come by and talk one on one with the rep.

See you there! Come by and see what this top-rated "industry" school has to offer you!

Check out the school @: http://fidm.edu/

New! Teen Art Club

2011-03-27T11:48:00.000-07:00

Love drawing and painting? Interested in art? Come join the Teen Art Club!

This new club is dedicated to exploring new art mediums and creating works of art. The club will be having its first meeting on Wednesday, March 30th, from 4- 5:30. At this meeting, we'll be focused on drawing a still life. All art materials will be provided. You don't have to be "good" or have experience; just stop by and express yourself!

Teen Wii Party!

2011-03-17T14:22:00.000-07:00

Teens looking for a fun way to get active?

On Wed. March 23rd, there will be the popular Teen Wii program at the library! Stop by, from 4- 5:30, to play Wii Games with your friends.

See who is the best Wii gamer!

Teen Craft: Hippie Swirl Bottles

2011-03-13T15:03:00.000-07:00

Feeling groovy?
On Wed. March 16th, 4- 5:30 pm , the library will be hosting a new craft: Make Hippie Swirl Bottles! Create colorful swirl bottles with your friends, and have fun like a hippie!
Stop by for an awesome time!

Creative Teens Tie-Dye at San Marcos Library~

2011-03-07T16:02:00.000-08:00

Teens created Tie-Dye T-Shirts on Wed. Feb 23

There were some Incredible designs by creative teens~

Check out the photos and check the calendar and the blog--we'll be doing this again!!

Here is the link for some cool photos:

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Teen Movie Makers

2011-02-28T14:31:00.001-08:00

Lights, Camera, Action!

On Wednesday, March 9th, the Teen Movie Makers club will be meeting from 4- 5:30 pm. We will be brainstorming project ideas and learning more about the flip cameras. Stop by for a fantastic time!

Action Teen Meeting and Mardi Gras Mystery!

2011-02-28T14:30:00.000-08:00

Hey teens! March is coming around the corner, and, to kick things off, there will be an Action Teen Meeting, this Wednesday, March 2nd. The meeting will be brief, lasting from 4- 4:30. Munch on snacks and plan events for April!

After that, from 4:30 to 6, the library will be having its first ever Mardi Gras Mystery Party! Someone in the library has murdered an innocent victim! We'll be looking for clues scattered around the teen space in order to solve the mystery. It's sure to be a great time!

Check out this fun photos of the event:https://cid-7e50a329c19569a4.skydrive.live.com/redir.aspx?page=play&resid=7E50A329C19569A4!190&authkey=y*f0eZjedv0%24

San Marcos Teen Bring Your Own Book Club Favs!!

2011-02-20T16:51:00.000-08:00

Raven by Allison Van Diepen is a great book! Its about two people in love but the guy turns out to be immortal(he's not a vampire).

Lord of the Flies by William Golding is also a good book. This book is about a bunch of boys who get stuck on an island and become very savage.
-Guava :)

Twilight and New Moon both are very well written books. With attractive vampires, werewolves, and crazy people jumping off cliffs in storms, who are very desperate to see the one they love.
- Pineapple and Cherry

War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy is a very large book but it has an interesting plot and lots of good characters. it is a rendition of Napoleon's invasion of Russia told by lots of different people. There are bout twenty different characters but only about five survive the entire book
--Qwertyuiop & Sodiun Hexametophosphate ;)

Psyche in a Dress is a retelling of several greek myths: Psyche and Eros, Narcissus and Echo, Orpheus and Eurydice, and Hades and Persephone. It is a really good book and the author, Francesca Lia Block, has a very unique writing style.
-Amanda

Teen Movie: Eclipse

2011-02-14T14:51:00.000-08:00

Ready for supernatural action and vampire romance? The teen movie for the month is The Twilight Saga: Eclipse! Eclipse is the third book and latest movie from the popular Twilight series. The party will be on Friday, Feb. 18, from 5- 7:30pm. Hang out with friends, munch on some tasty snacks, and enjoy the movie!

Teen Wii

2011-02-14T14:50:00.001-08:00

Hey teens! Stop by the library after-school on this Thursday, February 17th. From 4-5:30 pm, come play games on the Wii! Have fun with friends and get active!

Action Teen Movie Maker's Club

2011-02-14T14:50:00.000-08:00

Have great ideas? Dream of making a movie? Come by this Wed. Feb 16 4-5pm and meet interested teens. We will work with Flip cameras provided by San Marcos Friends of the Library.

Teen Craft: Valentines

2011-02-03T12:05:00.000-08:00

Love is in the air! On Sunday, February 13th, from 3- 4:30pm, come make and decorate Valentine cards! Give them to friends and loved ones! It's a fun and creative way to say "I love you!" See you there! <3

New! Anime and Manga Club

2011-02-03T12:03:00.000-08:00

Love art and reading? Interested in new books? Then join the Anime & Manga Club! Anime and manga are graphic novels that were originally developed in Japan. The books are on many different genres, and they're for both boys and girls. This brand new club will be having its first meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 9th, from 4-5:30pm. Come learn more about these beautifully-drawn and fun-to-read books.

Action Teen Meeting: February

2011-01-24T14:25:00.000-08:00

There is an Action Teen Meeting on Wednesday, February 3, from 4-6 PM.
We'll be planning Teen Programs for March 2011.

Vote on future programs and what happens at the library for teens.

We are starting a Movie Makers Club and an Anime Bookclub and we need your ideas to make it work.

If you are looking for Community Service hours, we have just a few places open. Get your application at the library and bring it to the meeting. See you there!

Teen Movie: Step-Up

2011-01-19T23:49:00.000-08:00

"Step-up" and come by the library Friday, January 21st! From 5-7 pm, there will be a screening of a popular Teen Movie in the teen space. Watch the movie, eat snacks, and have fun with friends! Hope to see you there!

San Marcos Teen Book Club is now B.Y.O.B-- Bring Your Own Book!

2011-01-16T15:33:00.000-08:00

The Teen Book Club @ San Marcos Branch Library has changed its focus. We are now asking new members to B.Y.O.B. Bring Your Own Book! That's right, just bring the book YOU are reading and we will talk and snack. The next club meeting will be Sunday, Jan 23rd at 4:00pm.

The meeting in December was great because we talked about several books including the Warrior series, Emily the Strange, and several new Anime series titles.

Join the Book Club today! It's a great way to read and learn about new books. Read the books you want to read, not just the books for school.

Remember, bring your own book and come by for snacks and treats!
(And you know you love treats!) See you there!

Teen Craft: Candles!

2011-01-13T09:47:00.000-08:00

On Sunday, January 16th, from 3-4:30 pm, the library will be hosting a new teen craft: craft a candle! Come make your very own unique and beautiful candle. You can use it, give it as a gift, or keep it for decoration. See you there!

Teen Wii

2011-01-13T09:45:00.000-08:00

Hey teens! Stop by the library today, Thursday, January 13th. From 4-5 pm, the library will be bringing out the Wii system. Take a break from school and come play games with your friends! It's sure to be a great time!

Teen Craft: New Year's "Changes" Collage

2011-01-02T15:52:00.000-08:00

Express your New Year resolutions and plans in a fun way! On Tuesday, January 11th, from 4-5:30 pm, the library will be hosting a Create a New Year's "Changes" Collage craft. Make a colorful collage of the things you want to do in 2011. Come hang out with your fellow Action Teens and have a fantastic time!

Action Teen Meeting: January 2011

2011-01-02T15:42:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year, Action Teens!

To start off 2011, there will be an Action Teen Orientation & Meeting. Wednesday, Jan 5th, from 4-6 pm, we will be planning events for the upcoming month, as well as eating some tasty snacks! Also, feel free to bring friends who are interested in becoming Action Teens. We need and value your opinions.
Pick up an Action Teen application, complete it, and bring it to the meeting to start earning valuable Community Service hours:)

Come help and hang out! See you there!

Happy Holidays!!

2010-12-20T18:08:00.000-08:00

Wishing all San Marcos Teens Joyful Holidays!
Be Merry and Bright :)

See you in the New Year!!

Ms. Margo

Teen Craft: Recycled Gift Series: CD Clocks

2010-12-14T14:50:00.000-08:00

Sadly, the Recycled Gift series is coming to an end. But there is still one more teen craft for the month! Come on Monday, December 20th, from 4 to 5 PM, to make your very own CD clock! The clocks will be personalized and unique. Give it away as an impressive gift or keep it for yourself. See you there!

Teen Wii: Sports and Dance

2010-12-13T14:54:00.000-08:00

Stop by the library this Thursday, December 16th, to get moving and grooving on the Wii!
From 4-5 PM, the library will be hosting Wii Sports and Wii Dance. Bring your friends and have some fun!

Teen Craft: Recycled Gift Series: Gift Bows

2010-12-13T14:52:00.000-08:00

The library is hosting another teen craft as a part of the Recycled Gift series!
Today, Monday, December 13th, from 4 to 5 PM, there will be the Make-a-Gift Bow activity! Teens can come make colorful bows for the presents they plan to give for the upcoming holidays. And it's free! Be sure to stop by for a wonderful time!

TEEN PARTY!

2010-12-06T15:35:00.000-08:00

Teens celebrated and got into the holiday spirit on Friday, December 10th!
From 5- 7 PM, the library will be showed classic holiday cartoons in the teen space. There was also a sweet Frost-a-Cookie activity and other treats.
Action Teen and friends stopped by for a wonderful time!!

Teen Craft: Recycled Gift Series: Bottle-cap Jewelry

2010-11-29T15:31:00.000-08:00

It's part one of the library's Recycled Gift series! Create unique, handmade gifts for yourself or for someone special!
On Monday, December 6th, from 4- 5 PM, the library will be hosting a bottle-cap jewelry craft. Come make beautiful and creative jewelry! This highly-anticipated teen craft is sure to be lots of fun!

Action Teen Meeting this Wed December 1st!!

2010-11-28T12:51:00.000-08:00

Action Teens will meet this Wed December 1st @ San Marcos Branch Library 4-6pm.
Come and talk about what you'd like to see on the Teen Event Calendar for Jan 2011.
See what's happening this month and what will happen in Jan--Art? Music? Wii? You decide!
Make new friends, snacks, and fun!

At 5:00pm the Pennies for Peace group will be asking teens to help roll pennies and write letters to Congress. The Pennies for Peace Teens have already raised over $600 to help build schools in Afghanistan and Pakistan.

We are filled at the moment for Action Teen Service Learning positions. We are hoping for more openings in Jan 2011. Please see Ms. Margo Smart if you would like to apply!

Teen Craft: Soap-Making

2010-11-20T15:00:00.000-08:00

Let's Make Soap! On Tuesday, November 23rd from 4- 5:30 PM, make your very own bubbly soap. All shapes, sizes, colors, and fragrances.Keep it for yourself or give it as a special present. Be sure to stop by!

Teen Job Skills

2010-11-18T15:00:00.000-08:00

Interested in getting a job, but not sure how to market yourself?

Monday, November 22. From 4-5 PM Is the the third segment of our Teen Job Skills Cafe, the "Resume" and we will begin building each teen a resume.

Bring a list of your accomplishments, talents, and hobbies.

Resumes are essential for job applications, and we'll show you how to get started. Stop by!

Wii Games!

2010-11-17T13:59:00.000-08:00

Tomorrow Thursday, November 18th, from 4- 5:30 PM, there will be Wii Games at the library. Have fun on the Wii with your friends and family. See you there!

Teen Craft: Calligraphy and Cards

2010-11-15T14:00:00.000-08:00

Stop by the library TOMORROW, November 16th. From 4 to 5:30 PM, explore the beautiful world of calligraphy with artist Claire Burns. Learn how to write with a calligraphy pen and make unique cards, perfect for the upcoming holidays! Art supplies are provided and no experience is necessary.

Pennies for Peace Yard Sale

2010-11-01T16:00:00.000-07:00

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Saturday, November 13th, Action Teens gathered early to help set-up for the Pennies for Peace Bake and Yard Sale. They worked from 8 AM to 12 noon! The super teens that volunteered on a Saturday AM helped set-up boxes of donated stuff, setup the canopy, tables, and chairs, donated stuff, brought baked goods, chatted so nicely with many customers, waved home-made signs on the street, sold lots and lots of clothing, gadgets, and books, and made memories with friends.

And a big drum-roll please.....Action Teens earned over $400 dollars during this sale and have already earned $200 dollars from the start of their fund-raising, bringing the grand total to $600 dollars to donate to the Pennies for Peace organization.

The "Pennies for Peace" non-profit organization was started by the author, Greg Mortensen, of the best-selling books "Three Cups of Tea" and "Stones for Schools."

Greg has dedicated his life work to building schools in isolated villages in Pakistan and Afghanistan. Many of the schools are the first opportunity for girls to receive formal education.

Thanks to the San Marcos Branch Library Friends of the Library for all their help and dedication to this cause. Many, many thanks to the San Marcos community for coming out to support this wonderful cause. Thanks so much!

Action Teen Orientation/ Meeting for November

2010-11-01T15:39:00.000-07:00

There is an Action Teen Meeting on Wednesday, November 10th from 4-6 PM. We'll be planning events and talking about community service opportunities for the upcoming month . See you there!

Harry Potter Movie Party

2010-10-20T14:27:00.000-07:00

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Harry Potter Mania! On Friday October 29, from 5:30- 8 PM, the San Marcos Library will be having a Harry Potter Party! The library will be showing simultaneous screenings of two different Harry Potter movies: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince for the teens and Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone for the kids. There will also be give-aways, treats, and a raffle. Bring your family and friends too! It's sure to be a "magical" evening!

Author Visit: Nancy Holder

2010-10-18T15:48:00.000-07:00

Popular best-selling author Nancy Holder is coming to the San Marcos Library for Teen Read Week this Friday, October 22! You may know some of Nancy's novels, which include "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," "Sabrina the Teenage Witch," and "Wicked." She will be promoting her latest book,"Crusade." Mysterious Galaxy Bookstore will be selling copies for signing, and there will be treats and refreshments. Come Friday, October 22, from 4-6 PM for a wonderful time!

Nancy's website:nancyholder.com

Note: Ms. Nancy Holder was an enthusiastic speaker who encouraged all teens and adults to keep writing and follow your dreams...we hope to have her back soon!
Also check out the "fierce" cupcakes for this event....

Teen Read Week: October 17- 23

2010-10-17T14:45:00.000-07:00

Teen Read Week is this week@San Marcos Library!

From October 17th to October 23rd, the library will be hosting super events just for teens!

Sunday, October 17th: Teen Book Club-"Reformed Vampire Support Group" (4-5 PM) Spoofy and goofy-- these are not supernatural vamps! Snacks&Chatter:)

Wednesday, October 20th: Wii Wednesday; Come dance and play! (4-5 PM)

Friday, October 22nd: Teen Author Visit: Nancy Holder author of "Sabrina the Teenage Witch" and "Buffy the Vampire Slayer" is coming the library to promote her new book, "Crusade." (4-6 PM)

See you there!