Teen Zine Halloween Party – October 2009

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Teen Zine members and other teens met at the Huntley Area Public Library on October 30, 2009, for an evening of spooky, costumed fun! They investigated several crime scenes and solved a kidnapping mystery, watched Teen Zine’s scary movie “The Book,” took a Monster Personality quiz, and bowled with eyeballs (someone even got a strike – yuck!)! Check out these photos from the event…

Anime Manga Art Contest 2009

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Anime and manga enthusiasts were encouraged to submit their best work for the library’s art contest during the month of August, 2009. We received some really great entries from area teens, and it was really difficult to choose a winner! Thank you to all who entered, and congratulations to Cara, who was our winner! You’re all very talented, and we hope you continue drawing and creating!

Junior Volunteer Party – August 2009

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On August 19, 2009, the Huntley Area Public Library threw a celebration bash for its Junior Volunteers, young people in grades 7 – 12, who helped out with the Children’s reading program and other activities over the summer. Many of these teens volunteered their time every week! Thank you, Junior Volunteers! We couldn’t have done it without you!

Crossing the Wire – Read It and Rate It

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Crossing the Wire by Will Hobbs Adventure Realistic Fiction Review #1 * * * Stars (Pretty good) This book is about Victor and his adventure to cross the wire into the United States of America to help his family. The main character is Victor. Other characters are Rico, Miguel, Julio, Rico’s parents, Victor’s parents. I liked this book because it’s full with adventure and suspense. I recommend this book to anyone looking for a good … Read more

Vampire High – Read It and Rate It

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Vampire High by Douglas Rees Supernatural Review #1 * * Stars (Just ok) This book is about a boy named Cody Elliot, who ends up being sent to a school of vampire kids. There wasn’t really a plot. The characters, however, were really unique. Cody befriends two vampire kids that have to explain to him the way of the jenti (vampire) and the way of the jodje (human). All at the same time, Cody feels … Read more

White Giraffe – Read It and Rate It

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The White Giraffe by Lauren St. John Adventure Fantasy Review #1 * * * Stars (Pretty good) This book is about 11 year old Martine, whose parents are killed on her birthday night in a terrible fire. Then Martine has to move to Africa to Sawubona and meets the white giraffe, and together they embark into adventure. The main character is Martine. Other characters are Tendai, Gwyn Tomas, five star gang, the white giraffe, and … Read more