The movie New Moon from the Stephenie Meyer Twilight saga is almost here.  To celebrate, GPL had a Twilight Party last Friday.   To start off we  declared our heart’s desire by choosing a Team Jacob or Team Edward button.  Then we sparkled up like the vampires and shared our love of the books.  Henna tattoos, magnets and t-shirts,  trivia, MarioKart, and yummy treats rounded out the evening of Twilight fun.

Click here or here to see pictures from the party.

Are you Team Edward or Team Jacob?  Whichever boy you are rooting for come celebrate the release of New Moon and all things Twilight related Friday November 13, 2009 from 7-9 pm.  Watch New Moon trailers and related videos, party with Twilight Trivia, werewolf kibble, blood bar, sparkle Like a Cullen, drive like a Cullen, snack on Twilight related food, henna tattoos, and make your own Twilight related magnets and t-shirts.    Teens ages 12-18.

After two qualifying rounds, the field was narrowed down to sixteen.  Last Saturday the final sixteen became eight, then four, then two and finally a champion was crowned.  The MarioKart grand racing champion is Jake B.  (See picture) who won a $50 gift certificate to Game Stop.

Second place went to Connor S. ($30 gift certificat to Game Stop),  third place to Leland P. ($20 gift certificate to Game Stop), and fourth place to Jackson S.  (See picture)  Congratulations guys.  Everyone was great and we had fun watching the races and snacking on pizza.

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The second weekend of qualifying rounds for the MarioKart tournament at GPL is over.  There was some exciting  racing and fierce competition.  The top 8 finalists (see picture)  from last Saturday’s competition head on to the finals that take place on Saturday October 24, 2009.

It’s now down to the final 16.  Who will take it all and be crowned grand champion?  Only one way to find out.  Come to the finals on Saturday October 24.  Sign In and open play at 1:00.  Racing begins at 2:00.   Cheer on the drivers and have some pizza and soda.

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For more information call Bethni King at 930-3551 or visit  http://teenspace.georgetown.org/mariokart-tournament-2009/or email bking@georgetowntx.org

If I Stay

by Gayle Forman

Mia is a seventeen year old high school senior facing one of life’s forks in the road.  After graduation should Mia go to Julliard and pursue her own musical dreams or stay and follow her rock star boyfriend and his rise to fame.  Then, in one moment, a terrible car crash changes everything.  Suddenly should she stay or should she go becomes a life or death decision.

If you like this book try: North of Beautiful, Along for the Ride, Wintergirls, The Adoration of Jenna Fox, Thirteen Reasons Why, Impossible

The first weekend of qualifying rounds for the MarioKart tournament at GPL have come and gone.  We had a lot of fun and saw some amazing racing.  The top 8 competitors from last Saturday’s competition head on to the finals that take place on Saturday October 24, 2009.  If you missed last weekend, have  no fear. There is one more chance to qualify for the finals.  The next qualifying round will take place on Saturday October 17, 2009.  Open play and registration are at 1:00.  Competition begins at 2:00.  The final 8 players from that qualifying event will also go on to the finals.

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For more information call Bethni King at 930-3551 or visit  http://teenspace.georgetown.org/mariokart-tournament-2009/or email bking@georgetowntx.org

Friday October 9, 2009

6-8 pm

Teens ages 12-18. Rock on with Guitar Hero and  Guitar Hero: World Tour.  New games for the Wii including Guitar Hero 5, Wii Resort Sports, Rayman Raving Rabbids TV Party, and  Super Mario Galaxy.  Thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Georgetown Public Library we now have 2 42″ flat screen televisions.   Play games on a PS2 and the Nintendo Wii. Or bring your own stuff. And don’t forget your friends. 6-8 pm in the Hewlett Room. Sodas and snacks provided.

Saturday  October 10, 2009

3-4:30

Teens ages 12-18.  Share your passion and obsession with others like you.   Help decide what the club will be like.  Watch Anime, discuss Manga, draw, preview new Manga titles, eat snacks, and help the library purchase related materials.

For more information call Bethni King at 930-3551 or visit http://library.georgetown.org/events.yacalendar.php or email bking@georgetowntx.org

The first ever video game tournament at GPL is almost here!  October is the month to crush your opponents, take the title, and win the glory.  You don’t even need a driver’s license.

Join us for a fast paced, action packed, racing month during October.  MarioKart for the Wii is the game.  Dominate over other players to take home the glory, victory, and $50 gift card to Game Stop.

Click here for more information and to preregister.

Qualifying rounds are October 3 and 17, 2009

Registration  1:00

Racing   begins at 2:00

Finals are October 24, 2009

Sign in 1:00

Showdown   2:00

Prizes

1st place:  $50 gift card to Game Stop

2nd Place:  $30 gift card to Game Stop

3rd Place:  $20 gift card to

Calling all Anime and Manga lovers.  This Saturday September 19, 2009 from 3-4 pm is the first meeting of the new Animanga Club @GPL.  Teens 12- 18 are welcome.  Share your passion and obsession with others like you.   Help decide what the club will be like.  Watch anime, discuss manga, draw, preview new manga titles, eat snacks, and help the library purchase related materials.

Did I forget to mention the Poky for those who bring a friend?

For more information call Bethni King at 930-3551 or visit http://library.georgetown.org/events.yacalendar.php or email bking@georgetowntx.org

Teen Advisory Board Meeting (TAB)

Friday September 11, 2009

4:30 – 5:30.

We’re looking for new members, so now is the time to join.

Top 10 Reasons to join TAB:

10. Your parents want you out of the house.

9. You’re always at the library anyway.

8. You love reading new books and would like to help buy them.

7. You’re a people person and love making new friends.

6. You’re just in it to have a good time!

5. You want a FUN way to fulfill your community service hours.

4. Two words: FREE FOOD!

3. You find yourself thinking of cool ideas for the library if you could run it.

2. When your friends check out the teen area and say “awesome!” you can take credit for that awesomeness.

1. You’ve heard of TAB and think “That’s for me!”

For more information call Bethni King at 930-3551 or visit http://teenspace.georgetown.org/tab/ or email bking@georgetowntx.org

The return of Teen Open Game Night at GPL

Friday September 18, 2009

6-8 pm

Teens ages 12-18. Rock on with Guitar Hero and  Guitar Hero: World Tour.  New games for the Wii including Guitar Hero 5, Wii Resort Sports, Rayman Raving Rabbids TV Party, and  Super Mario Galaxy.  Thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Georgetown Public Library we now have 2 42″ flat screen televisions.   Play games on a PS2 and the Nintendo Wii. Or bring your own stuff. And don’t forget your friends. 6-8 pm in the Hewlett Room. Sodas and snacks provided.

For more information call Bethni King at 930-3551 or visit http://library.georgetown.org/events.yacalendar.php or email bking@georgetowntx.org

Introducing the new Animanga Club

Saturday September 19, 2009

3-4 pm

First Meeting. Welcome Otaku. Anime and Manga lovers share your passion with others like you. Watch anime, discuss manga, draw, preview new manga titles, eat snacks, and help the library purchase related materials.

For more information call Bethni King at 930-3551 or visit http://library.georgetown.org/events.yacalendar.php or email bking@georgetowntx.org