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If you’re a teenager in grades 6 - 12, or a parent, teacher, or other adult who works with teens, then Young Adult Services at the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library has you covered!

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Current Programs

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Central Library
434.979.7151 ext 215 | central@jmrl.org

Game Central

December 29, 2009
2:00 pm

Grades 6-12.
No registration required.

Sunday, September 13, 2:00-3:30 pm.
Sunday, October 18, 2:00-3:30 pm.
Saturday, November 14, 2:00-3:30 pm.
Tuesday, December 29, 2:00-3:30 pm.

Game on! Show off your skills with different games on the Wii and the PS2! Test your abilities with Boggle, Battleship, chess, and other board games. Enjoy snacks, and there may even be a tournament, too!

Crozet Library
434.823.4050 | crozet@jmrl.org

Stitches: a Handcraft Group for Ages 8-108

November 24, 2009
4:30 pm

All ages.
Registration is requested and ongoing; drop-ins welcome.

Last Tuesday of the month.

Knitters, beaders, stitchers - come one, come all! Bring any project you’re working on and join a fun group of fellow crafters. As you work on your own handwork, we’ll highlight a variety of craft techniques, allowing you to explore and expand your interests and creativity.

It's Your Turn: Gaming @ the Library

November 25, 2009
2:00 pm

Grades 6-12.

Saturday, October 17. 2:00-4:00 pm
Tuesday, November 3. 4:00-6:00 pm
Wednesday, November 25. 2:00-4:00 pm
Tuesday, December 8. 6:00-8:00 pm
Saturday, December 26. 2:00-4:00 pm

No school? Nothing to do? Come and hang out in our game space with Wii, board and card games, and snacks – learn a new game or bring an old favorite to play. Drop in and bring a friend.

Musings: A Teen Writer's Workshop

December 01, 2009
6:30 pm

Ages 13-18.
Registration is ongoing.

First Tuesday of the month.

Interested in creative writing? Join us and get inspired! This group is a chance to practice your writing skills, learn new techniques, read what other teen writers are working on, and hear helpful comments about your own writing.

Crozet Teen Coffeehouse

December 04, 2009
7:00 pm

Grades 6-12.
Registration begins two weeks before each session.

Fridays, September 25, October 30, December 4.

Come to the Crozet Library after-hours and share music, poetry, stories, and more. Perform an old favorite, bring something new to share, or just come to relax and enjoy the show! Refreshments will be served.

The Survival Episode
Friday, September 25, 7:00-8:30 pm
We‘ll try to survive the cutthroat competition in an homage to the Hunger Games.

The Halloween Episode
Friday, October 30, 7:00-8:30 pm
Share your best ghost story and celebrate all things scary! Costumes encouraged but not required.

The Snowball Episode
Friday, December 4, 7:00-8:30 pm
Put on your mittens and get in a wintry mood – bring on the snowflakes!

It's Your Turn: Gaming @ the Library

December 08, 2009
6:00 pm

Grades 6-12.

Saturday, October 17. 2:00-4:00 pm
Tuesday, November 3. 4:00-6:00 pm
Wednesday, November 25. 2:00-4:00 pm
Tuesday, December 8. 6:00-8:00 pm
Saturday, December 26. 2:00-4:00 pm

No school? Nothing to do? Come and hang out in our game space with Wii, board and card games, and snacks – learn a new game or bring an old favorite to play. Drop in and bring a friend.

Book Cafe

December 15, 2009
6:30 pm

Grades 6-12.
Registration is ongoing.

Third Tuesday of the month.

Itching to talk about the new book you're reading? Want to know what other teens are reading? Then come to our book club each month to talk books and munch on pizza. No assignments, no reports – just reading and fun.

Gordon Avenue Library
434.296.5544 | gordon@jmrl.org

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Greene County Library
434.985.5227 | greene@jmrl.org

The Book Babes

December 16, 2009
3:30 pm

For teen girls ages 14 and up.

Third Wednesday of the month.

If you like to read, join us for pizza, soda, and great book discussions! Register and pick up your own free copy of the book at the library circulation desk. Register early as free copies are limited!

Louisa County Library
540.894.5853 | louisa@jmrl.org

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Nelson Memorial Library
434.263.5904 | nelson@jmrl.org

Holiday Craft Time

November 30, 2009
6:00 pm

Grades 4 and up.
Registration is required and begins on Monday, November 16. Limit: 12
participants.


Get a head start on the holidays! Join the fun as we make a variety of  presents.

Northside Library
434.973.7893 | northside@jmrl.org

Game Night

November 23, 2009
6:30 pm

Grades 6-12.
Registration is ongoing.

Monday nights: September 21, October 19, November 23, December 21.

We have Wii, PS2, board games, tournaments and prizes! Challenge new people and enjoy our snacks! No limit, but registration is required for grades 6-12.

Chapter Chat Book Club

November 30, 2009
7:00 pm

Grades 6-12.
Registration is ongoing.

Last Monday of the month.

Join our book club for free books, awesome people and lots of snacks! Registration is limited for grades 6-12.

Get Crafty: Mitten Mania

December 07, 2009
7:00 pm

Grades 6-12.
Registration is required and begins on Monday, November 23.

Make a pair of mittens for yourself or as a gift! All materials provided.

Anime Club

December 14, 2009
6:30 pm

Grades 6-12.
Registration is ongoing.

Monday nights: September 14, October 5* (date change, not 2nd Monday), November 9, December 14.

We love anime! Watch episodes chosen by the club and enjoy Japanese snacks. No limit, but registration is required for grades 6-12.

Get Crafty: Candle Making

December 30, 2009
2:00 pm

Grades 6-12.
Registration is required and begins on Wednesday, December 16.

Beat the winter break boredom! Come out to make candles with us; all materials are provided.

Scottsville Library
434.286.3541 | scottsville@jmrl.org

Tangles

November 23, 2009
4:30 pm

Grades 6-12.
Monday afternoons beginning September 21.

Hang out with your friends at the Scottsville Library for an afternoon of handcrafting with needles, beads, and thread.

Book Swap & Pizza Party

December 15, 2009
7:00 pm

Grades 6-12.
Registration is required and begins on Monday, November 30.

Hang out, eat pizza, and swap worn reads for new ones.

All programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Jefferson-Madison Regional Library.