Nnnnggghhhh. . .brains. . .

If you've participated in the Teen Summer Reading Club
then you're invited to:

Friday, August 6, 4-8 p.m.
George W. Hawkes Central Library, Community Room

Get zombified with gruesome makeup (parental permission form required)! Play hilarious games like pin the arm on the zombie before we have to create our zombie survival plan. Free play on the Wii® and the PS2® and try to score the highest points!

Anyone who has turned in at least one reading log is invited to join us for this event.Refreshments provided. Registration is required, so click this link to register online! Don’t forget to have a ride arranged to pick you up by 8 p.m. And remember, if you want friends to come they have to turn in at least one reading log to the Teen Summer Reading Club!

Makeup permission form available at all Library locations or here. Any questions please call Teen Services at 817-459-6915.

Aaahhh!! College!!!

College Searching for Teens
August 17, 1-3 p.m.
George W. Hawkes Central Library, Teen Studio

There are hundreds of colleges out there, so which one is right for you? Learn how to use the internet to search for potential schools and get a heads up on all the steps you need to take to be prepared for getting into college. You’ll also learn what institutions are looking for in potential students. Join us as we help you find some great schools!

Ages 13-18 only. Registration is required. You will need a Studio membership or your own, personal library card to participate!

Tech Camp For Teens!

Tech Camp for Teens
George W. Hawkes Central Library, Teen Studio
August 10, 1-3 p.m. – Garage Band and Audio Editing
August 11, 3-4:30 p.m. – Photoshop and Picture Editing
August 12, 3-4:30 p.m. – SketchUp and 3D Modeling
August 13, 4-5:45 p.m. – Windows Movie Maker and Video Editing

Before you head back to school, why not learn something new and fun!? Join us at our Tech Camp for Teens to learn Garage Band, Photoshop, SkethUp, and Windows Movie Maker! These classes will cover all the basics with some added fun stuff, so beginners as well as students with some experience will benefit. Join us at every class or just take one or two that interest you!

Ages 13-18 only. Registration is required for each class you plan to attend due to limited spaces being available (just click on the name of the class you wish to sign up for). Some participants may share computers. You will need a free Studio membership to participate! If you are not a Studio member and are 13-18 years of age, then bring your personal library card and a photo ID (or parent with ID) and we can make you a Studio member!

Are you a teen who needs a job?

Teen Resume Workshop
August 3, 1-3 p.m.
George W. Hawkes Central Library
Teen Studio

Learn how to use Microsoft Word and Publisher to create resumes and some extra tips and tricks for making them stand out. Everyone will be able to create a resume to print and take home. Please remember to bring former employment and other necessary information to complete your resume.

Registration is required
This program is for teens 13 to 18 only.
You will need a Studio membership or your own library card to participate.
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Don't forget TECHIE TUESDAY!!

Techie Tuesday in July - Learn Adobe Premiere!
July 20, 1-3 p.m.
George W. Hawkes Central Library, The Studio

Every Tuesday in July The Studio will hold Techie Tuesday where you and your friends can learn tips and tricks for some of the coolest digital media stuff we’ve got right here in The Studio! This Tuesday we'll cover video editing using Adobe Premiere!

Registration is required for each class you plan to attend due to limited spaces being available. Some participants may share computers. You will need a Studio membership to participate! If you are not a Studio member and are 13-18 years of age, then bring your personal library card and a photo ID (or parent with ID) and we can make you a Studio member!

Techie Tuesday @ Central

Techie Tuesday in July
July 13, 1-3 p.m.
George W. Hawkes Central Library, The Studio

Learn how to fix your photos, edit video, record your voice and more! Every Tuesday in July The Studio will hold Techie Tuesday where you and your friends can learn tips and tricks for some of the coolest digital media stuff we’ve got right here in The Studio! Every Tuesday we will cover something new.

Registration is required for each class you plan to attend due to limited spaces being available. Some participants may share computers. You will need a Studio membership to participate! If you are not a Studio member and are 13-18 years of age, then bring your personal library card and a photo ID (or parent with ID) and we can make you a Studio member!

Button Making Mania

May 20, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
George W. Hawkes Central Library, The Studio

Make your own unique designs to pin to your backpack, to wear, or just for fun. Your options are only limited to your creativity. All supplies will be provided but space is limited so registration is required. This program is intended for teens in grades 7 through 12. Click here to register online.

Holiday Gift Create & Take

Thursday, December 17, 4-5:30 p.m.
Tuesday, December 22, 4-5:30 p.m.
George W. Hawkes Central Library, The Studio


Create the perfect gift to give to your family and friends this Holiday season. You can create personalized pins, magnets, hair clips and even little gift boxes! All materials are provided but space is limited.

This program is for 7-12th grade only please. Register Online - click on the date you would like to attend:

click here to register for December 17
click here to register for December 22

Or you may call 817-459-6915 to speak with someone in The Studio

Teens, Clear That Fine at Central!

Wednesday, December 16, 4-6 p.m.
George W. Hawkes Central Library

The Central Library will host another ‘Clear That Fine’ program in December for anyone with a MyCard in grades 7-12th grade with a MyCard. Come and participate to get a few bucks knocked off your fines! You’ll need to call the Central Library at 817-459-6915 and speak to someone in teen services to get signed up for the program or click here to register online.

College Admissions Essay Help

College Admissions Essay Help
November 17, 6:30-8 p.m.
George W. Hawkes Central Library, Community Room

Ask a REAL college admissions counselor the best way to write your college essay! High school students, as well as parents, are encouraged to attend this session to learn all about college admissions. A representative from University of Texas at Arlington’s admissions staff will be explaining the essay writing process and answering your questions. So come join in the discussion as we discover what makes a truly winning college admissions essay!

Due to seating restrictions, preregistration is required. Please call 817-459-6915 to sign up or click here and sign up online.

Retro Crafts: Record Bowls and Disc-O Balls

TODAY!
3-5:30 p.m.
George W. Hawkes Central Library,
Community Room


Make bowls out of old records and disco balls out of old CDs! You can make an awesome retro-inspired creation to take home. All materials provided.

Call 817-459-6900 for more info.

World Premiere showing of The Topic — One Day Only!

World Premiere showing of The Topic!

Thursday, July 30, 7-8 p.m.
George W. Hawkes Central Library
Community Room

Order Your Free Tickets by Calling: 817-739-3819




The world’s first sci-fi teen soap opera has arrived at the George W. Hawkes Central Library! The Topic tells the story of a king’s granddaughter, Mardge Samedi. Mardge and her best friend, Wesachloe, follow a police officer on the investigation of a kidnapped lawyer. The two girls have no idea how drastically their lives are about to change...

There is limited seating, so please call 817-739-3819 to reserve your seat for this free, once-in-a-lifetime showing of The Topic at the Central Library!