Winter Holidays...and Some Spoilers

 

You have been warned! If you have not done the crossword in this week's Take-Home kit, but intend to do so, DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER! Go forth and enjoy the activities, then return for the answers!

Now, on with the regularly scheduled blog.

Hello Teens!

It's finally winter weather! And, naturally, with that weather comes even more holidays. Like most things in 2020, these holidays are probably going to look different than usual. But remember: we at the library are here for you! Don't forget that our Virtual Library Programs are ready and waiting for you each week, so don't forget to check out our group on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/CMRLS.Teens.Tweens/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&source_id=47142159266! Also, if you drop by the Brandon Public Library, we have our previously mentioned Take-Home kits for you! This previous week had the theme of Candy, so there were several activities and crafts for you to do.

For those of you who received the kit and did the activities, here are the answers to the crossword:

This next week's kit is about Apps in honor of National App Day (December 11)! There will be some interesting tech activities and crafts, so don't miss out on grabbing your kit while supplies last!

Now, about our upcoming holiday hours: the library will be closing Wednesday, December 23 at 1:00pm for the holiday. We will reopen Monday, December 28 at our regular hours. 

We will also be closed Thursday, December 31 and Friday, January 1. We will open Monday, January 4 at our regular hours.

Happy Holidays everyone!

Stay safe, stay sane, and stay awesome!

UPDATE: Here is the answer key for the Christmas word search! Don't forget about our New Year's and Rock Painting kits!

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Upcoming Holidays and a Few More Spoilers

 

You have been warned! If you have not done the word search or crossword in this week's Take-Home kit, but intend to do so, DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER! Go forth and enjoy the activities, then return for the answers!

Now, on with the regularly scheduled blog.

Hello Teens!

The time for holidays is upon us! This next week will probably be different from years past, but you can still make it awesome! And, of course, we at the library are here to help! Don't forget that our Virtual Library Programs are ready and waiting for you each week, so don't forget to check out our group on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/CMRLS.Teens.Tweens/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&source_id=47142159266! Also, if you drop by the Brandon Public Library, we have our previously mentioned Take-Home kits for you! This previous week had the theme of Ed or Ed, so there were several activities and crafts for you to do.

For those of you who received the kit and did the activities, here are the answers to the crossword and word search:

This next week's kit is about-you guessed it-Thanksgiving! There will be some terrific turkey-day activities and crafts, so don't miss out on grabbing your kit while supplies last!

Speaking of Thanksgiving, don't forget that the library will be closing Wednesday, November 25 at 1:00pm for the holiday. We will reopen Monday, November 30 at our regular hours.

Stay safe, stay sane, and stay awesome!

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Spoilers and Upcoming...Holidays!

 

   

You have been warned! If you have not done the word search or crossword in this week's Take-Home kit, but intend to do so, DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER! Go forth and enjoy the activities, then return for the answers!

Now, on with the regularly scheduled blog.

Hello Teens!

We know...it's still warm out. But don't worry! Chillier weather is on the way! Best of all, that weather brings holidays! Yes, they will be different this year, but they are still something to celebrate! Don't forget that our Virtual Library Programs are ready and waiting for you each week, so don't forget to check out our group on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/CMRLS.Teens.Tweens/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&source_id=47142159266! Also, if you drop by the Brandon Public Library, we have our previously mentioned Take-Home kits for you! This previous week had the theme of Pizza, so there were several activities and crafts for you to do.

For those of you who received the kit and did the activities, here are the answers to the word search:

This next week is about Ed or Ed? (Sheeran or Poe). This will be a battle for the ages, so don't miss out!

Stay safe, stay sane, and stay awesome!

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You Guessed It...More Spoilers and Virtual Programs!

   

You have been warned! If you have not done the word search or crossword in this week's Take-Home kit, but intend to do so, DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER! Go forth and enjoy the activities, then return for the answers!

Now, on with the regularly scheduled blog.

Hello Teens!

'Tis time for the spooky season! As you plan your costume(s), don't forget that our Virtual Library Programs are ready and waiting for you each week, so don't forget to check out our group on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/CMRLS.Teens.Tweens/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&source_id=47142159266! Also, if you drop by the Brandon Public Library, we have our previously mentioned Take-Home kits for you! This previous week had the theme of Phobias, so there were several activities and crafts for you to do.

For those of you who received the kit and did the activities, here are the answers to the word search and crossword:

This next week is about Narrating a Nightmare! Break out your tech and drama skills to creep everyone out with a spooktacular video!

Stay safe, stay sane, and stay awesome!

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Even MORE Spoilers and Virtual Programs!

   

You have been warned! If you have not done the word searches in this week's Take-Home kit, but intend to do so, DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER! Go forth and enjoy the activities, then return for the answers!

Now, on with the regularly scheduled blog.

Hello Teens!

Fall has finally arrived! Along with this nicer weather, don't forget that our Virtual Library Programs are ready and waiting for you each week, so don't forget to check out our group on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/CMRLS.Teens.Tweens/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&source_id=47142159266! Also, if you drop by the Brandon Public Library, we have our previously mentioned Take-Home kits for you! This previous week had the theme of Elephants, so there were several activities and crafts for you to do.

For those of you who received the kit and did the activities, here are the answers to the word search and crossword:

This next week is about Fantasy Forests! Check out the digital escape room and try not to get lost in the woods!

Stay safe, stay sane, and stay awesome!

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More Spoilers and Virtual Programs

  

You have been warned! If you have not done the word searches in this week's Take-Home kit, but intend to do so, DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER! Go forth and enjoy the activities, then return for the answers!

Now, on with the regularly scheduled blog.

Hello Teens!

Another week has come and gone...and we are still here! Our Virtual Library Programs are ready and waiting for you each week, so don't forget to check out our groups on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/CMRLS.Teens.Tweens/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&source_id=47142159266! Also, if you drop by the Brandon Public Library, we have our previously mentioned Take-Home kits for you! This previous week had the theme of Bubble Troubles, so there were several activities and crafts for you to do.

For those of you who received the kit and did the activities, here are the answers to the word searches:

This next week is all about Elephants! Brush up on your trivia and join our virtual program on Thursday at 4:00pm! Hope to see you there! 

Stay safe, stay sane, and stay awesome!

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Spoilers and Virtual Programs

 

You have been warned! If you have not done the word searches in this week's Take-Home kit, but intend to do so, DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER! Go forth and enjoy the activities, then return for the answers!

Now, on with the regularly scheduled blog.

Hello Teens!

We hope you've all been doing well now that school is back in session. Our Virtual Library Programs are ready and waiting for you each week, so don't forget to check out our groups on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/CMRLS.Teens.Tweens/?ref=pages_profile_groups_tab&source_id=47142159266! Also, if you drop by the Brandon Public Library, we have our previously mentioned Take-Home kits for you! This previous week had the theme of Franken-Teddy, so there were several activities and crafts for you to do.

For those of you who received the kit and did the activities, here are the answers to the word searches:

This next week is about Bubble Gum! Brush up on your trivia and join our virtual program on Thursday at 4:00pm! Hope to see you there! Also, fill out a Bubble Gum Bingo card on our Facebook page to enter for some fabulous prizes (ask the lovely librarians for more details)!

Stay safe, stay sane, and stay awesome!

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More Spoilers and Summer Programs

You have been warned! If you have not done the crossword in this week's Take-Home kit, but intend to do so, DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER! Go forth and enjoy the activities, then return for the answers!

Now, on with the regularly scheduled blog.

Hello Teens!

We've made it through another week in this hot Mississippi summer! Our Virtual Summer Library Programs are ready and waiting for you each week, so don't forget to check out our groups on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1464632323737919/ and https://www.facebook.com/groups/724653311633020/! Also, if you drop by the Brandon Public Library, we have our previously mentioned Take-Home kits for you! This previous week had the theme of Fairy Tales, so there were several activities and crafts for you to do.

For those of you who received the kit and did the activities, here are the answers to the crossword and word search:

This next week is about writing Fairy Tales, so pick up another kit (this time about fairy tale villains) and get ready to come up with your own fanciful fairy tales! Hope to see you there!

Stay safe, stay sane, and stay awesome!

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Spoilers and Summer Programs

You have been warned! If you have not done the crossword or word search in this week's Take-Home kit, but intend to do so, DO NOT READ ANY FURTHER! Go forth and enjoy the activities, then return for the answers!


Now, on with the regularly scheduled blog.

Hello Teens!

I hope that you are all doing well with your summer so far. Our Virtual Summer Library Programs are ready and waiting for you each week, so don't forget to check out our groups on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/1464632323737919/ and https://www.facebook.com/groups/724653311633020/! Also, if you drop by the Brandon Public Library, we have our previously mentioned Take-Home kits for you! This previous week had the theme of Dragons, so there were several activities and crafts for you to do.

For those of you who received the kit and did the activities, here are the answers to the crossword and word search:

*my sincere apologies for the spacing error on the crossword and the odd spelling error on the word search. They were quite sneaky.

This next week is all about Fairy Tales, so pick up another kit and brush up on your knowledge of some truly Grimm stories to get ready for our Once Upon A Trivia! Hope to see you there!

Stay safe, stay sane, and stay awesome!

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