This Blog is No Longer Active. See below.

This blog is no longer active.

Please go to our new blog at:
http://elmhurstpubliclibrary.org/category/teens/

We also have a Facebook Page:
EPL Teen @ Elmhurst Public Library 

We are starting a Tumblr Blog:
eplteen.tumblr.com

Please visit us at these locations. 

 

Info on Placing Holds - Aug. 19 - Sept. 5

Don't forget: as we transition to a new catalog system, staff will have to place holds for you (between Aug. 19 and Sept. 5). But you can contact us a variety of ways. Go here to learn more.

Summer Reading is Over!

All the summer reading prize winners have been notified. We hope you enjoy your prizes.

If you haven't picked up your envelope of coupons (see photo below) for reading (or listening to) your first 4 books, you can do that through Sat., August 31st. 
Summer reading link.

College Admissions Workshops

 

Register for the July 23rd program here.

Register for the July 24th program here.

Register for individual sessions on the July calendar.

College Entrance Exams - Practice Tests

Register for the Practice ACT here.

Register for the Practice PSAT here.

Attention John Green Fans! DFTBA Afternoon is Wed., July 24, 1-3pm

 

Register here.

This Thursday, 7/11 @ 1pm - Anime Afternoon!

Register here.

Summer Fun! Manicures Based on Teen Books!

See the full article here.

Upcoming Program: Puppetry Workshop - Mondays, July 8-22

Register here.

Have You Signed Up for Teen Summer Reading Yet?

You could win an iPad Mini, York Theatre or Best Buy gift cards and more! Read just 4 books and you'll get an envelope of coupons, including a free York Theatre ticket, free food from local restaurants and more.  Start here.

"Divergent" Movie News!

Check out the new issue in the Teen or Adult Magazine sections!  Articles with photos are here and here.

Battle of the Bands is Sat., June 22

The Elmhurst Park District Teen Battle of the Bands is on Saturday, June 22. Bands perform from 3-9 p.m.

This will feature local teen bands performing and competing throughout the evening in the Addison Parking Lot on Addison Ave. in downtown Elmhurst. 

The winning band will battle for a chance to compete in the regional Battle of the Bands competition through the Illinois Parks and Recreation Association with the potential of advancing to the state finals in August at the Illinois State Fair. 
Suburban Life article here.

Have You Signed Up for Summer Reading Yet?

You could win an iPad Mini, York Theatre or Best Buy gift cards and more! Read just 4 books and you'll get an envelope of coupons, including a free York Theatre ticket, free food from local restaurants, and more. Click here to get started.



Comment on this blog, or "Like" our Facebook page (EPL Teen @Elmhurst Public Library) for another raffle entry.

Coming Up Thurs., June 27, 1 - 5:00pm

Tomorrow (Wed., June 12) from 2-4:00pm

There is still space available! Register here.

New Books in the Teen Area!

Take a look at the list here.

Sign up for Teen Summer Reading!

You could win an iPad Mini and other prizes. 
Click here to get started!

Comment on this blog and get an extra raffle entry!

Anime / Manga Drawing Workshop

Register here.

York Summer Reading Books are in the Teen Area

If you don't find the one you want, we can place a hold for you or try to get the item from another library.
The featured list and the recommended list are on York's English Dept. Page here.

Study for Finals Begins Sat., May 18th!

Sat., May 18th, 1:00 - 5:00pm - Group Study Only
No Teachers

Mon. - Wed. Evenings - Teachers will be here!

Attention Anime and Manga Fans!

Anime Central is this weekend! Our favorite Anime drawing instructor, Addie Afable, will be in the Artist Alley, drawing his Chibi Chubbies. 
He will also be doing a workshop @ EPL on Wed., June 12, from 2-4pm.

New Books in the Teen Area

Quintana of Charyn: The Lumatere Chronicles by Melina Marchetta. 
The climactic conclusion of Printz Award winner Marchetta's epic fantasy trilogy. Separated from the girl he loves and has sworn to protect, Froi and his companions travel through Charyn searching for Quintana and building an army that will secure her unborn child's right to rule.

See the complete list here.

Study for Finals Dates & Times

Sat., May 18, 1-5pm - Group Study Only - No Teachers
Mon., May 20, 5-9pm - Teachers available
Tues., May 21, 5-9pm - Teachers available
Wed., May 22,  5-9pm - Teachers available
Thurs., May 23, 4-9pm - Group Study Only - No Teachers

The complete schedule with the lists of subjects covered each evening will on the website by Fri., May 10. 

Are You a Student-Athlete?

Looking for information on College Recruiting? Take a look at the latest e-newsletter from Career Vision in Glen Ellyn. They present programs here @ EPL on college major & career planning and technical / vocational careers.

U.S. News & World Report's High School Rankings

York is #29 in Illinois.  See the article here.

"The Hunger Games" Costume Exhibit @ C2E2

After completing their tour, the costumes will be auctioned off at New York's Comic Con in October. See more photos here.

Librarians at C2E2!

See it larger here. Recognize anyone? See the other characters who stopped by the American Library Association's booth here.

Photo & Info from the "Divergent" Movie Set

Shailene Woodley as Tris. Read the article where she talks about her relationship with the cast.

Judging a Book by its Cover...

Take a look at Epic Reads comparisons of book covers from the 1990s and today. One example below.

News Flash for "Divergent" fans!

The library is closed today, Thurs., April 18, but enjoy this news about "Divergent".

"Catching Fire" Movie Trailer

See it here.
Analysis of the trailer.

Vote for Your Favorite Teen Book & Author!

Vote here.

New Teen Books

Rotten by Michael Northrop.
A troubled teen. A rescued Rottweiler. An unlikely friendship. Critically acclaimed author Northrop delivers a riveting tale of heroism, loyalty, and second chances that will strike a deep, lasting chord with underdogs of all shapes and sizes.

More books here.

Pay Less for the Dress! Sun., April 7th

More information here.

Cheap-’N'-Easy Things to Do & Places to Go!

Each day this week, staff members of The Mash will let you in on some cheap-'n'-easy things to do and places to go in the city and suburbs to maximize spring break's fun potential. Got an idea? Email it to: themash@tribune.com.

We Have a Hazel!

Shailene Woodley will play Hazel in the movie version of The Fault in Our Stars. See article here.

Drop in Tomorrow, Sat., 3/16, 1:00 - 5:00pm!

You could win an iTunes gift card and other prizes!  For grades 6 - 12.  More info here.

Attention Poets!

Deadline extended to Fri., March 22nd! Students in grades 4 - 12 who live in Elmhurst or attend an Elmhurst school may enter. Entry form and rules here.

For Prom - Free Dresses & Discount Coupons!

Mark your calendars! More info here.

Teen in UK Interviews John Green

See the article here.

New Books!

New books in the Teen Area and those coming soon. See the complete list here.

Sat., March 16, 1-5:00pm - Games & Gadgets!

For Grades 6-12

New Project for 16-Year-Old Who Created Cancer Sensor

"The 16-year-old who created a cheap, accurate cancer sensor is now building a tricorder with other genius kids." See the Fast Company article here.

Do You Have a Band?

Applications will be available Sat., March 2nd for this summer's Battle of the Bands. Go to the Elmhurst Park District website or go to the Wagner Community Center.

Read an Excerpt from "The Clockwork Princess"

Click here to read from the final book of The Infernal Devices series by Cassandra Clare.

"Perks of Being a Wallflower" wins Indie Spirit Award!

Stephen Chbosky won Best First Feature for "Perks" at the Independent Spirit Awards on Saturday. Article here.

Anxious for "Catching Fire--The Movie"?

Here's the Victory Tour poster from the movie.  See the article here.

Games & Gadgets - Sat., March 16, 1 - 5:00pm

Play video games, hang out and check out the technology available here at EPL!  We’ll have snacks and drinks, too! More info here.  

Bonus: Check in on any social media site when you arrive and you could win an iTunes Gift Card and other prizes!

Tomorrow Night at 6:30pm and 7:30pm

Register here.

Last Chance! Deadline is Sunday!

If you win, The Mash pays for your makeover and tickets and donates $1,000 to your school's prom committee. Enter to win here.  And check out The Mash, a weekly newspaper and web site that is here to serve you, the Chicago-are teenager.  Most articles are written by high school students.

Attention John Green Fans! Event Tonight!

Friday February 15, 2013 - 7:00 PM

John Green Fan Event! Barnes & Noble, Oakbrook

Nerdfighters unite! We're hosting a Tumblr Meet-Up event for John Green fans to celebrate the one-year anniversary of The Fault in Our Stars. Join fellow fans for trivia, games, temporary tattoos and the chance to win a special raffle prize.

Oakbrook Center, Oak Brook, IL 60523, 630-684-0586

Take a look at John Green's tumblr.

EW's 10 All-Time Favorite YA Couples

See the complete list here. 
What do you think of their picks?

Ethan and Lena from the "Beautiful Creatures" movie.

"Beautiful Creatures" - The Movie - Opens Today!

The movie website is here.  Have you read the books? Or the manga? See the list here.