Lauri Ann West Memorial Library
1220 Powers Run Road ~ Pittsburgh, Pa 15238
Phone: 412-828-9520 ~ Fax: 412-828-4960
Serving Aspinwall, Blawnox, Fox Chapel, Indiana, O'Hara,
Sharpsburg and all Allegheny County residents.

"Our mission is to cultivate a community of lifelong learners."

  

 

Hours

M W Th    10 am - 8 pm
T F         10 am - 5 pm
S             9 am - 4 pm


 

 

Last Updated: 5/27/08



 TEEN PROGRAMS -- Summer 2008

Online evaluation for Teen Summer Reading:
http://www.surveymonkey.com/s.aspx?sm=BWzTWtu6El7q5QPzrGl1TA_3d_3d

Teens should complete the online evaluation to be eligible for the Summer Reading grand prize!


Registration is requested for all programs. Events subject to cancellation one week before the scheduled date if fewer than 5 teens enroll. To register just stop by or call 412-828-9520 Ext. 10.

Metamorphosis @ Your Library
Summer Reading Program 2008

Registration for the teen summer reading program begins on Saturday, June 7th.  If you register during the first week you will be entered in a raffle to win a Target gift card.  If you do not sign up by June 28th you are not guaranteed the receipt of a
t-shirt.  IMPORTANT: T-shirts will not be given out until Tuesday, July 1st.

You must read 10 books to receive your t-shirt.  For each additional 10 books read, you will get one raffle ticket.  You can also earn estra raffle tickets by attending any of our special teen programs.

The program ends on Saturday, July 26th.  You must have your reading logs turned in by this date.  The program is open to students entering the 6th grade and above.

Golden Compass
Thursday, June 12th at 6:30

Re-live the magical moments from the book with this fun program planned by teens for teens!  Test your knowledge of the book and movie.  There will be trivia, crafts, and food.

Cool Jewels
Thursday, June 19th at 4:00

Join local jewelry designer Judith Stone for a fun hands-on workshop.  Explore your artistic side by creating pieces of your own.  Supplies will be provided.  Registration is limited to 10 people.

Books & Bagels

Thursday, June 26th at 1:00 pm -- book to be discussed is "Larklight" by Philip Reeve.
Thursday, July 31st at 1:00 pm -- book to be discussed is "Cobwebs" by Karen Romano Young.

Let's talk...about books, food and fun.  Join us for this new teen book group!

Book Buddies
June 17th - July 22nd
Tuesdays at 2:00 pm

Do you love reading to kids?  This summer try being a Book Buddy!  We will be pairing up teens and children for one-on-one reading sessions.  Sessions will last for about an hour.  Call or stop by for more details.

Beach Blanket Bingo
Thursday, July 17th & Thursday, July 24th at 6:30 pm

Book bingo, music, and ice cream are just a few ways to put some excitement into those long, boring summer days.  Bring a friend and relax in the sun.

Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants Party
Thursday, August 7th at 6:00 pm

Celebrate the opening of the new movie.  We'll have great food and make a cool craft while watching the first movie.

Teen Summer Reading Party
Thursday, August 21st from 6:30 to 7:45

All teens who completed the summer reading program are invited to attend the party.  Join us for book bingo, games, and pizza.  Raffle winners will be announced at the party!

Registration is requested for all programs. Events subject to cancellation one week before the scheduled date if fewer than 5 teens enroll. To register just stop by or call 412-828-9520 Ext. 10.

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