Memes, Spoilers, and A Contest...Oh My!

 

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!

Don't you just love the Toast Cat? Sometimes, it can be difficult to stay positive and lighthearted when the world goes crazy. 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 Mardi Gras, 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 searches:

This next week's kit is about Toast Day! There will be some interesting recipes and crafts, so don't miss out on grabbing your kit while supplies last!

Also, get ready for our Dr. Seuss Advertisement Contest!

Celebrate Dr. Seuss's 116th birthday with us by stretching your artistic muscles!

See if your advertisement will win you a prize! 

For ages 10-18.

For more details or questions, ask the Children's Staff at the Brandon Public Library. 

Stay safe, stay sane, and stay awesome!

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Tween and Teen Virtual Programs

We had big fun making catapults with Matt from Magee and Baby Yodas out of paracord with Lisa from Flowood last week.  This week we are learning how to do cosplay make-up and wig styling with area cosplayers.  Today's Tween class will be taught by Katie of Vixcosplays at 4pm on Zoom.

Thursday's Teen class will be taught by Raechel of RaeBae Cosplay at 4pm on Zoom.

Be sure to check the CMRLS Facebook group for the link on the day of the program!

We are also challenging you to create your own art out of found nature items.  Make an image or sculpture out of nature items you find outside.  Take a photo and post it under the challenge link in the Tween or Teen Summer Reading group.  A winner will be randomly chosen from each group on Friday, June 26th.  The winner will receive a $15 gift card. 

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Flowood's Got Talent - What's Your Talent?

Are you ready to show off your talents?  We only have one day left until the Flowood Teen Karaoke Night.  Join us Thursday, September 26th, at 6pm and perform your favorite Karaoke song.  If you don't want to perform, how about joining us for pizza and sodas, and cheering on your friends.  We look forward to hearing your fabulous voices and hanging out with you.

Did you see the fantastic Alien Art that was turned in for our contest?  Kennedy was our winner and received 2 gift cards from our amazing teen program sponsors as her prize.  Kennedy will get some free pizza from Little Caesars and get to do a little shopping at Five Below as her reward for winning the Teen Alien Art contest.

Keep watching for the fun things we have in store for October!  It will be a Spooktacular month!

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Alien Art Contest at the Flowood Library

Aliens are appearing all around the Flowood Library as teens submit their art entries for our contest. 

We will display these colorful aliens and have voting to determine the winner. Have you shown us your art skills and turned in your alien yet? The deadline is fast approaching.  All aliens must be turned in to a Flowood staff member by September 20th to compete in the art contest. Will you be the winner? If you haven't come by yet to pick up your coloring page alien, we have them back in the TEEN ZONE! 

After all the excitement of the siege on Area 51, what is coming up next? We have a TEEN KARAOKE NIGHT planned for September 26th at 6pm in the large meeting room. Come perform you favorite (library appropriate) song. Come in costume if you desire. Show off your skills or support your friends who are performing. Pizza and drinks will be provided while supplies last!

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Alien Invasion in the Flowood Teen Zone

Flowood library has had an alien invasion and we need your help! Our aliens are drab and boring and we need your artistic talents to brighten up the space. Come by and pick up an alien to color and enter to win our Teen Alien Art Contest. Just color your alien, write your name and contact number on the back, and turn it into a library staff member by September 20th. The winner will be announced September 21st!

If you just want to relax and add to our current decor, pick some colors and add your special touch to our coloring sheets on the windows!

If art isn't your thing, but you need a selfie with an alien as you get ready to storm Area 51, stop by and visit our new friend. We also have a nice selection of Area 51 themed books if you need to do some research and preparation for the big day! Stay safe and may the odds be ever in your favor.

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