Well, yes and no...
There is a new book coming out in December by J.K. Rowling, entitled The Tales of Beedle the Bard. This book offers readers a chance to read the complete collection of fairytales given to the character Hermione Granger in the final Potter book, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows. (Only one of these five tales were included in the final story.)
Rowling originally wrote the stories and hand-bound seven copies herself, giving six to close friends and auctioning off the final copy for charity last year. Now she has decided to make the collection available to the public, with proceeds going to her charity.
From the Associated Press: A British charity said Thursday it hopes to raise 4 million pounds ($8 million) through sales of "The Tales of Beedle the Bard." Rowling co-founded The Children's High Level Group charity, which supports institutionalized children. She has signed over her royalties.
And while we're on the subject of Harry Potter, check out the new trailer for Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince!
Thursday, July 31, 2008
New Harry Potter Book?
Tuesday, July 29, 2008
Teen Bookmark Contest
Are you creative? Would you like to create a bookmark that will be professionally reproduced and displayed in the library? We invite you to submit an original design for our "Teen Design a Bookmark Contest."
The theme for this bookmark contest is: "Books with Bite." Think vampires... think food... think dental hygiene... think whatever comes to mind when you hear the phrase "books with bite!" Get creative!
One design will be chosen to be displayed in the library during our "Teen Read Week" celebration in October. Stop by the library to pick up an entry form or just click here to print one out. The deadline for entries to be submitted is Saturday, August 30, 2008.
Good luck and, more importantly, have fun!
Saturday, July 26, 2008
Mehndi Tattoo Workshop
Above you'll see pictures from last year's workshop. Participants designed and applied their own Mehndi (Henna) tattoos. Although the tattoos are not permanent, they do last for a few weeks so if you're interested in attending this program you have to hand in a permission slip signed by a parent or guardian. You can pick one up at the library, or just click on the link below.
Volunteer Opportunity Reminder- Don't Buy the Elevator Pass
Do you remember your first few days of middle school or high school? Did you ever wish you had someone back then "showing you the ropes" to help ease your transition? Well, now is your chance to do this for someone else! The incoming 6th and 9th graders could use your advice.
All you have to do is click on either of the links below to print out the form you need (or stop by the library to pick one up.) Then just fill it out by giving the best advice you can give. When you're done, hand it in to a librarian at the Youth and Family Services desk and you will receive one-hour of community service for your efforts!
The deadline for handing in completed forms is Saturday, August 16th. (Towards the end of August, check out the Teen Frequency webpage for a compilation of all the advice given.)
Calling all Reviewers
The HPL Teen Frequency website is looking for reviews! Got an opinion on something you've recently read, watched, or listened to? We'd love to hear about it!
Use our Review it! form to submit your thoughts on a book, movie or album and we'll post it on our website!