Download and print your Express Yourself @ your library form for teens ages 12-18. Forms are also available in the library and on the bookmobiles. Summer reading programs for children and adults are available.

 Directions for Reading log: Goal is to earn 75 points to receive prize bag and your name in grand prize drawing. Get an extra entry to the grand prize drawing by earning 100 points. 2 points = attend a program | 3 points = submit a blog entry (200 + words) at ya@tscpl.org | 5 points = read an hour
Bring your Reading log to the library to collect your rewards. Bring your Reading log to the Youth Services Desk at the library or any bookmobile to collect your rewards. For more information, call the librarians at 785-580-4565.

Download your Express Yourself @ your library Teen Reading log 

Express Yourself @ Your Library Summerfest Programs for Teens
Enjoy programs for teens ages 12-18.
For a full schedule of programs, read the June-July 2009 ConnectNow and discover fun events throughout the summer at the library,
For programs that indicate registration required, call Youth Services at 785-580-4565 or sign up in person.

Yu-Gi-Oh [12–18 years]
Sign up to duel other Yu-Gi-Oh players. Walk-ins are allowed if there are open slots. Registration required.
■ Lingo Story Room 121
Monday, June 1, 15   3:15–5:15 pm
Monday, July 6, 20   3:15–5:15 pm

Second Lifers Club [13–17 years]
Meet us at Oz Island where you can change your physical image, animate objects, construct buildings and make new friends. If you cannot attend in “real life,” join us virtually. Teens between the ages of 13-17 with a library card can acquire an OzIslander account by filling out a form at http://www.tscpl.org/teens/section/second_lifers.
■ The Edge
Monday, June 1, 15  6:30–8:30 pm
Monday, July 6, 20  6:30–8:30 pm

The Artistic Gun [12–18 years]
Learn to airbrush everything from t-shirts to walls from an expert artist who does custom artwork with airbrush guns. Workshop presented by C3RTIFI3D D3SIGNS.
■ The Edge
Wednesday, June 3  2:00–4:00 pm
Wednesday, July 1  2:00–4:00 pm

Journaling from the Ground Up – Alter Your Expressions [12–18 years]
Guest Artist Constance Ehrlich works with you to create a personalized journal by altering an existing book. Journals created during the workshop will be exhibited in the library during the summer. Registration required. Limit of 20.
■ The Edge
Thursday, June 4  2:00–4:00 pm

Express Yourself Writers Group [12–18 years]
Express yourself at the teen writers group. Share your writings, photographs and other literary media with a group of like-minded individuals.
■ The Edge
Monday, June 8, 22 6:30–8:30 pm
Monday, July 13, 27  6:30–8:30 pm

Animentals Anime Art Club [11–18 years]
Watch an anime movie, learn about Japanese culture and hang out with other people who love anime as much as you do! A professional art instructor will be here to help you draw your own manga. Go to http://www.tscpl.org/teens/section/anime_club for more information.
■ Marvin Auditorium 101AB
Tuesday, June 9  5:00–6:30 pm
Tuesday, July 14  5:00–6:30 pm

Game Art & Design [13-18 years]
If you have ever wondered how video games are made, this workshop is for you. KU Art Professor Stacey Fox will be here to help you create a 2D game. This is a hands-on workshop.
■ The Edge
Tuesday, June 9  11:30 am–1:00 pm
Wednesday, June 10  11:30 am–1:00 pm
Thursday, June 11  11:30 am–1:00 pm

Exquisite Corpse [11–18 years]
Learn to draw the surrealist way by letting your mind wander and seeing what you come up with. Gallery Director Sherry Best shows you some of the techniques used by some of the coolest and most bizarre artists of the 20th century. Finished drawings will go on display outside The Edge. Registration required.
■ Lingo Story Room 121
Tuesday, June 9  4:00–6:00 pm

Teen Knitting & Crochet [12–18 years]
Learn to knit or crochet and practice your skills. Bring your own knitting needles or crochet hook, or borrow ours! Check out books with simple instructions and fun patterns. Yarn provided.
■ The Edge
Wednesday, June 10, 24  3:00–5:00 pm
Wednesday, July 8, 22  3:00–5:00 pm

Coil, Weave & Wrap [11–18 years]
Receive an introduction to the ancient multicultural art of basketry! Take part in a hands-on basket project. Examples of this art form will be on display.
■ Marvin Auditorium 101A
Thursday, June 11  2:00–3:30 pm

Photography an Art [12–18 years]
Whether you enjoy photography as a job or a hobby, this roundtable discussion is for you. Members of the Topeka Professional Photographers Association discuss photography skills and techniques and the future of the art form.
■ The Edge
Tuesday, June 16  7:00–8:00 pm
Tuesday, July 21  7:00–8:00 pm

Expressions in Chalk [12–18 years]
Express your thoughts on the performing arts in chalk drawings. Performing arts are defined as any art that people perform such as acting, writing or music. The top three drawings earn prizes. Participants are to be at the west exit door, next to the front main entrance of the library, by 6:00 pm.
■ Main Entrance Sidewalk
Wednesday, June 17  6:00–8:00 pm

Basic Second Life [13–18 years]
Learn basic skills in a 3D virtual world. Create your avatar, choose an apperance, change your shape, skin, eyes and hair and learn how to walk, run, turn, sit or fly.
■ The Edge
Tuesday, June 23  11:30 am–1:00 pm
Wednesday, June 24  11:30 am–1:00 pm
Thursday, June 25  11:30 am–1:00 pm

Master the Art of Calligraphy [teens and adults]
Learn the basics of calligraphy; letters, forms, flourishes, capitals and layouts in three sessions. Calligraphy markers are provided. Registration required. Call 785-580-4606. .
■ Marvin Auditorium 101A
Thursday, June 18, 25  2:00–4:00 pm
Thursday, July 2   2:00–4:00 pm

Teen Movie – Step Up [12–18 years]
Tyler Gage is an angry troublemaker with one chance to follow his dream of dancing and to get out of his gritty neighborhood. Come feel the rhythm of summer and watch the ultimate hip-hop dance movie, Step Up.
■ The Edge
Tuesday, June 23  6:00–8:30 pm

Live Performance: The Pudd’n Pops [12–18 years]
The Pudd’n Pops are a fun band with a unique sound that must be heard to be believed! Listen to their upbeat alternative and funk music at www.myspace.com/thepuddnpops and then check them out live in concert at the library.
■ The Edge
Wednesday, June 24  7:00–8:00 pm

Machinima Movie Making [13–18 years]
Make a movie in a virtual world! Team members will create new script, avatars and environment, then film the action. Come be part of a team, led by KU Art Professor Stacey Fox, that’s creating a new machinima/video in the virtual world of Second Life. Prerequisite: Basic Second Life workshop.
■ The Edge
Monday, July 6  11:30 am–1:00 pm
Tuesday, July 7  11:30 am–1:00 pm
Wednesday, July 8  11:30 am–1:00 pm

Expressions in Glass [12–18 years]
Artist Dr. Doug Sheafor, owner of Albo Glass, demonstrates glass blowing techniques and discusses the craft of glass blowing. Some of his art and the tools of the craft will be on display.
■ The Edge
Tuesday, July 7  2:00–3:00 pm

Expressions in Chalk [12–18 years ]
Express your thoughts on the visual arts in chalk drawings. Visual arts are defined as an art that a person must look at to appreciate such as painting, drawing, design or sculpture. The top three drawings earn prizes. Participants are to be at the west exit door, next to the front main entrance of the library, by 6:00 pm.
■ Main Entrance Sidewalk
Wednesday, July 8  6:00–8:00 pm

Perfect Paper Crafts [12–18 years]
Cut, fold and paste your own unique work of art. We have a variety of fun paper and embellishments to spark your creativity.
■ The Edge
Thursday, July 9  2:00–4:00 pm

Live Performance: Dustin Silverman [12–18 years]
Dustin Silverman composes and performs catchy piano rock songs that hook you in. Influenced by musicians such as Ben Folds, this Indiana University sophomore is an aspiring singer/songwriter born and raised in Topeka. Check him out at http://www.myspace.com/dustinsilverman.
■ The Edge
Wednesday, July 15  7:00–8:00 pm

Jazzy Jewelry [12–18 years]
Design and make fabulous jewelry with glittery beads in many colors and styles.
■ The Edge
Thursday, July 16  2:00–4:00 pm

Live Performance: Ryan Tenholder [12–18 years]
Writing and performing alternative music, Ryan Tenholder is currently working on his second album. He sounds like John Frusciante, Rivers Cuomo of Weezer and other similar artists. Check him out at www.myspace.com/tenholdermusic!
■ The Edge
Wednesday, July 22  7:00–8:00 pm

Dancing with the Blues [12–18 years]
Washburn’s Dancing Blues perform at WU football and basketball games; now you can learn some of their steps at the library’s teen dance workshop.
■ Marvin Auditorium 101BC
Thursday, July 23  2:00–4:00 pm

Teen Movie – Drumline [12–18 years]
A fun movie about a hotheaded street musician who is recruited as a drummer at a prestigious university.
■ The Edge
Tuesday, July 28  6:00–8:30 pm

Open Mic Night [12–18 years]
Move your band from the garage to the stage. Show off your amazing dancing and singing skills. Recite a poem you’re proud of. Whatever your talent, we have a place for you. Email YA@tscpl.org to sign up, or just show up ready to perform.
■ The Edge
Wednesday, July 29  6:00–8:00 pm

Creative Culinary Creations [12–18 years]
A festival of fabulous foods. Celebrate the end of Summerfest with tasty, tantalizing treats.
■ Marvin Auditorium
Thursday, July 30  2:00–4:00 pm