Bemis Teen

2011-10-10T09:16:00.003-06:00

The Battle for the Best Teen Book--this is IT!

Last week's winners were Fablehaven and Lost Hero.

These two titles are now in the final battle to determine the best teen book.

Cast your vote by filling out a voting slip in Teen Central or by emailing me at mdecker@littletongov.org

I'll announce which title won next week! I'll be contacting prize winners after that--good luck!

FINAL BATTLE: Fablehaven by Brandon Mull VS The Lost Hero by Rick Riordan

2011-09-26T09:52:00.005-06:00

The Battle Continues--Semi-Finals, Round 2

Last Week's Winners were: Fablehaven; Goose Girl; Angel; Brisingr; Gone; Graceling; Voyage of the Dawn Treader; Lost Hero.

These titles are all battling against each other this week in Round 2!

There are 4 battles this week, with 2 books in each battle. Cast your vote for ONE book in each battle by filling out a voting slip in Teen Central at the library, or by emailing your votes to Mark at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for ONE book in each battle. If you haven't read at least one of the books in a battle, please don't vote in that battle. I'll update which books have won and which are battling right here, so check back often!

BATTLE #1: Fablehaven by Brandon Mull VS Goose Girl by Shannon Hale

BATTLE #2: Angel by James Patterson VS Brisingr by Christopher Paolini

BATTLE #3: Gone by Michael Grant VS Graceling by Kristin Cashore

BATTLE #4: Lost Hero by Rick Riordan VS Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C.S. Lewis

2011-09-20T07:47:00.002-06:00

The Battle Continues--SEMI-FINALS

Last week's winners were: Lost Hero; Voyage of the Dawn Treader; City of Bone; Angel; Peter and the Starcatchers (tie) & The Maze Runner (tie).

These winners will now battle against the other winners from previous rounds.

There are 8 battles this week, with 2 books in each battle. Cast your vote for ONE book in each battle by filling out a voting slip in the library, or by emailing your votes to Mark at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for ONE book in each battle. If you haven't read at least one book from the battle, please don't vote in that battle! I'll update which books have won and which books are battling right here, so check back often!

BATTLE #1: The Book Thief by Markus Zusak VS Fablehaven by Brandon Mull

BATTLE #2: Throne of Fire by Rick Riordan VS The Goose Girl by Shannon Hale

BATTLE #3: Angel by James Patterson VS City of Bone by Cassandra Clare

BATTLE #4: Brisingr by Christopher Paolini VS Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry

BATTLE #5: Gone by Michael Grant VS Queste by Angie Sage

BATTLE #6: The Maze Runner by James Dashner VS Graceling by Kristin Cashore

BATTLE #7: Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C.S. Lewis VS Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins

BATTLE #8: Lost Hero by Rick Riordan VS Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J.K. Rowling

2011-09-14T12:34:00.006-06:00

The BATTLE CONTINUES!

Last week's winners were: Throne of Fire; Graceling; Brisingr; Gone; and Goose Girl. Look for these titles to be back battling against the other winners in the upcoming weeks!

There are 5 battles again this week, with multiple books in each battle. Cast your vote for ONE book in each battle by filling out a voting slip in the library or by emailing Mark your votes at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for ONE book in each battle. If you haven't read at least one of the books in the battle, please don't vote in that battle! I'll update which books have won and which books are battling right here, so check back often!

BATTLE #1: Jeremy Fink and the Meaning of Life by Wendy Mass VS The Kingdom Keepers by Ridley Pearson VS Lies by Michael Grant VS Lost Hero by Rick Riordan

BATTLE #2 Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C.S. Lewis VS Matched by Allyson Condie VS Warlock by Michael Scott VS Princess Academy by Shannon Hale

BATTLE #3 Outlander by Diana Gabaldon VS A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini VS Witch and Wizard VS Angel by James Patterson VS Saving the World and Other Extreme Sports by James Patterson

BATTLE #4 City of Bone by Cassandra Clare VS City of Ash by Cassandra Clare VS City of Glass by Cassandra Clare VS City of Fallen Angels by Cassandra Clare

BATTLE #5 Paper Towns by John Green VS Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry VS The Maze Runner by James Dashner VS The Transall Saga by Gary Paulsen VS Oh.My.Gods. by Tera Childs

2011-09-06T13:48:00.003-06:00

The BATTLE CONTINUES!

Last week's winners were: Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix; Mockingjay; The Book Thief; and Queste. Look for these titles to be battling again in a couple of weeks!

There are 5 battles this week, with multiple books in each battle. Cast your vote for ONE book in EACH battle by filling out a voting slip in the library, or by emailing your votes to me at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for ONE book in EACH battle. If you haven't read at least one of the books in each battle, please don't vote in that battle! I'll update which books have won and which books are battling each week, so check back here often.

BATTLE #1 Raider's Ransom by Emily Diamand VS Throne of Fire by Rick Riordan VS Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher VS Unwind by Neal Shusterman

BATTLE #2 Wings by Aprilynne Pike VS Infinite Days by Rebecca Maizel VS Graceling by Kristin Cashore VS Ever by Gail Carson Levine

BATTLE #3 Daughters of the Sea: Hannah by Kathryn Lasky VS Dark Life by Kat Falls VS Gone by Michael Grant VS Confessions of a First Daughter by Cassidy Calloway

BATTLE #4 Eragon by Christopher Paolini VS Eldest by Christopher Paolini VS Brisingr by Christopher Paolini

BATTLE #5 Dragons of Darkness by Antonia Michaelis VS Goose Girl by Shannon Hale VS I'd Tell You I Love You, But Then I'd Have to Kill You by Ally Carter VS Into the Wild by Erin Hunter

2011-08-26T10:43:00.006-06:00

The Battles Begin!

There are 5 battles this week, with multiple books in each battle. Cast your vote for 1 book in EACH battle by filling out a voting slip in the library, or by emailing your votes to me at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for 1 book in EACH battle. If you haven't read at least one book in the battle, please don't vote in that battle. I'll update which books are battling each week here, so keep checking back!

BATTLE #1 The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain VS Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix by J.K. Rowling VS Sammy Keyes and the Wild Things by Wendelin Van Draanen

BATTLE #2 Inkheart by Cornelia Funke VS Lucas by Kevin Brooks VS Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins

BATTLE #3 Fablehaven by Brandon Mull VS Fablehaven: Grip of the Shadow Plague by Brandon Mull VS Keys to the Demon Prison by Brandon Mull VS Secrets of the Dragon Sanctuary by Brandon Mull

BATTLE #4 The Book Thief by Markus Zusak VS Eva by Peter Dickinson VS The Gunslinger by Stephen King

BATTLE #5 Magyk by Angie Sage VS Flyte by Angie Sage VS Physik by Angie Sage VS Queste by Angie Sage

2011-06-02T16:21:00.008-06:00

Check out some of the Gothic Sock Puppets!

2011-05-21T16:00:00.010-06:00

2011 Teen Summer Reading is almost here!

Sign-up begins Monday, 5/23

Read 24 hours over the summer and you could win a new 4th generation, 8gb iPod Touch!

There are a ton of other prizes throughout the summer--don't miss out!

The theme this year is: You Are Here, and we have a ton of cool programs happening at the library, such as:

Gocks--gothic sock puppets on 6/2 @ 2pm

Teen Movie--I am Number Four @ 12pm

Murder Mystery on 6/10, 2-4pm

Teen Talent Show--Tryouts for middle school on 6/15, 5-8pm; Tryouts for high school on 6/22, 5-8pm; and the final show on 7/13 @ 7pm

Gaming Tournaments--Wii and Xbox Kinect on 6/16 & 7/21, 11-1pm

Turn Your Sense of Taste Upside Down on 6/21 @ 2pm

Glass Etching on 6/28 @ 2pm

Science Matters--Fantastic Flight on 7/7 @ 1pm

The Magic of Blake Nielsen magic show on 7/14 @ 2pm

Optical Illusions on 7/28 @ 2pm

Come register for these programs at the library, or by emailing Mark at mdecker@littletongov.org

2011-03-09T17:51:00.003-07:00

Teen Tech Week

Mix and Mash @ Your Library

3/6 - 3/12

Enter the contest (INFORMATION LISTED BELOW) to win a gift certificate to Best Buy!

Contest:

1. Log onto the Bemis Library online catalog @ http://bemis.sirsi.net

2. Click on the link for Databases/Websites and choose adults/teens

3. You're now looking at all of the databases and websites available to you through Bemis library! Find the Magazines and Newspapers heading and look at the list of various databases listed there. There are 3 databases designed to be helpful to teens--find the 3 databases (hint: they all mention high school or middle school in the description).

4. Your task for the contest is to: 1. email the names of the 3 databases to Mark at mdecker@littletongov.org AND include the title and author of an article that you found in the database--your choice of topic!

The FIRST person to email me the correct information at mdecker@littletongov.org will win a $25 gift card to Best Buy.

GOOD LUCK!

2010-10-11T09:43:00.003-06:00

The FINAL BATTLE

Last week's winner was: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.

Final Battle begins NOW!
There is 1 battle this week, with the final 2 titles going head-to-head to see which one is the Bemis Teen Best Book for 2010. Cast your vote by filling out a voting slip in Teen Central at the library, or by emailing me at mdecker@littletongov.org

Only vote for 1 book in the battle. If you haven't read at least one of the books, please don't vote.

Final Battle:
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
VS
The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

2010-09-20T10:11:00.005-06:00

The Battles Continue!
Last week's winners were: The Lightning Thief; Gone; Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows; and The Hunger Games. These titles will all advance to the next round.

Week 6 Battles begin NOW!
There are 4 battles this week, with 2 books in each battle. Cast your vote for 1 book in EACH battle by filling out a voting slip in Teen Central at the library, or by emailing me with your votes at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for 1 book in EACH battle. If you haven't read at least 1 of the books in the battle, please don't vote in that battle. I'll update which books are battling right here, so check back for details!

BATTLE 1: The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan VS Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows by J.K. Rowling

BATTLE 2: The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold VS Gone by Michael Grant

BATTLE 3: The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins VS The Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C.S. Lewis

BATTLE 4: Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins VS The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

2010-09-07T15:49:00.006-06:00

The Battles Continue!
The winners from last week were: Fablehaven; Gone; The Book Thief; The Red Pyramid; Ender's Game. These titles have all advanced to the next round and will be in upcoming battles.

Week 4 battles begin NOW!
There are 4 battles this week, with 2 books in each battle. Cast your vote for 1 book in each battle by filling out a voting slip in teen central at the library, or by emailing your votes to me at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for 1 title in EACH battle. If you haven't read at least one of the titles in the battle, please don't vote in that battle. I'll update which books are battling each week right here, so check back for details.

BATTLE 1: Fang (Maximum Ride) by James Patterson VS The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold

BATTLE 2: Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card VS The Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C.S. Lewis

BATTLE 3: The Goose Girl by Shannon Hale VS Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins

BATTLE 4: The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan VS The Book Thief by Markus Zusak

2010-08-30T10:05:00.004-06:00

The Battles Continue!
The winners from last week were: Catching Fire; Fang; The Lovely Bones; The Lightning Thief; and The Voyage of the Dawn Treader. These titles will show up in future battles...

Week 3 battles begin NOW!
There are 5 battles this week, with two books in each battle. Cast your vote for 1 book in each battle by filling out a voting slip in teen central at the library, or by emailing your votes to me at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for 1 title in EACH battle. If you haven't read at least 1 of the books in the battle, please don't vote in that battle. I'll update which books are battling each week here, so keep checking back.

BATTLE 1: Whale Talk by Chris Crutcher VS Fablehaven by Brandon Mull

BATTLE 2: Gone by Michael Grant VS Sand Dollar Summer by Kimberly Jones

BATTLE 3: The Book Thief by Markus Zusak VS The Maze Runner by James Dashner

BATTLE 4: The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan VS The Summer I Turned Pretty by Jenny Han

BATTLE 5: Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card VS A Great and Terrible Beauty by Libba Bray

2010-08-23T10:18:00.006-06:00

The Battles Continue!
The winners from last week were: Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows; City of Ships; The Hunger Games; The Last Olympian; The Goose Girl
These titles will show up again in future battles...

Week 2 battles begin now!
There are 5 battles this week, with mulitple books in each battle. Cast your vote for 1 book from each battle by filling out a voting slip in the library, or by emailing me with your votes at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for 1 title in EACH battle. If you haven't read at least 1 of the books in the battle, please don't vote in that battle. I'll update which books are battling each week here, so keep checking back.

BATTLE #1 Academy 7 by Anne Osterland VS Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins VS Don't Judge a Girl by her Cover by Ally Carter

BATTLE #2 Erec Rex: the Dragon's Eye by Kaza Kingsley VS Fact of Life #31 by Denise Vega VS Fang (Maximum Ride) by James Patterson

BATTLE #3 Leviathan by Scott Westerfeld VS Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater VS The Lovely Bones by Alice Sebold

BATTLE #4 The Luxe by Anna Godbersen VS The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan VS The Schwa Was Here by Neal Shusterman

BATTLE #5 Vampire Academy by Richelle Mead VS Voyage of the Dawn Treader by C.S. Lewis VS Wings by Aprilynne Pike

2010-05-25T15:24:00.005-06:00

Make Waves at Your Library

Summer Reading has started--come in to the library and get registered!

You can win prizes just for reading, so come check it out. There are also a ton of fun programs and events happening at the library all summer.

2010-05-07T09:20:00.002-06:00

Summer Reading is coming!

Make sure to come into the library to register for the teen summer reading program starting 5/24.

Also, applications for the summer film school will be available at the library starting 5/10.

2010-04-22T16:29:00.012-06:00

Check out the cool duct tape creations from the Teen Duct Tape Program!

2010-04-06T14:15:00.003-06:00

Duct Tape Creations

Saturday, April 17, 2:00-3:30

Come learn how to make cool stuff out of duct tape! All materials and instruction will be provided.

Contact Mark to register for this program (or for questions) at
303-795-3961, or by email at mdecker@littletongov.org

2010-03-24T14:31:00.008-06:00

Congratulations to Mileah, Bryan, and Amanda for their 6-word life stories! They have all won $20 gift cards to a store of their choice!

Here are their stories:

Mileah:

Touch the gorgeous, find your destiny

Bryan:

Just another brick in the wall

Amanda:

Simplicity is upon the broken heart

2010-03-06T09:47:00.015-07:00

Teen Tech Week

Learn, Create, Share @ Your Library

March 7-13

Check out all of the ways you could win prizes during Teen Tech Week at Bemis Library! Winners will get to select a gift card from a variety of cool stores.

6-Word Life Story: Can you describe your life in only 6 words? Give it a shot and you might win a prize! Submit your best story to me via email at mdecker@littletongov.org or by dropping it in the box labeled "6-Word Life Story" located in the teen area at the library. Make sure you include your contact information (phone # or email address). Not only will the best story win a prize, but I'll also publish the story here! Good luck!

Book/Game reviews: Write a killer review about a book or game you think other teens would like. Make sure your review is family friendly. I'll post the best reviews here.

Web Scavenger Hunt: Follow these steps and you could win a prize! First person to send me the correct answer will win--good luck! You will need your library card, including your PIN (if you don't remember your PIN, call the library at 303-795-3961 to get it).
1. Go the library's homepage at www.littletongov.org/bemis or http://bemis.sirsi.net/
2. Find the link from the online catalog for "databases/websites" (select the "adult/teen" selection once you click on the databases link)
3. Find the "Encyclopedias and Biographies" subject heading
4. Select the "Biography Resource Center"
5. Choose the Biography Resource Center product from the list
6. Enter the name "Rick Riordan" in the search box
7. There should be 2 entries listed; click the link for the first one
8. You should see an entry that gives a short biography. At the top of the biography, some information is listed, including the SOURCE of the information in the biography
9. What is the name and volume # of the source for this article on Rick Riordan? The first person to email me the correct answer wins!

Stop-Motion Animation video:
Create a short video and upload it to YouTube. Send me the link at mdecker@littletongov.org

Here are some websites that can help you create your video:

http://www.stopmotioncentral.com/

www.youtube.com/user/NathanWells

http://stopmotionanimation.com/ the "links" section has some great links to tons of web-sites that can help you.

http://scratch.mit.edu/ has some cool examples of videos plus other info. Use the search feature on the site to find "stop-motion" links

Email Mark with your entries or questions at mdecker@littletongov.org

2010-02-26T10:26:00.005-07:00

Teen Tech Week is March 7-13!

Learn, Create, Share @ your Library is the theme.

There will be contests/activities all week, including:

6-Word Life Story
Can you describe your life story in only 6 words? Give it a shot! Submit your best story to me @ mdecker@littletongov.org or by dropping your submission in the drop box located at Bemis Library in Teen Central by 3/13. Make sure you include your name and contact information (phone# or email address). Not only will the best story win a prize, but I'll also publish your story on this blog!

Book/Game reviews
Have you read a book lately that you loved? Write a killer review and send it to me by 3/13. I'll publish the best reviews here and on a handout to be distributed at the library. Make sure your review is FAMILY FRIENDLY! I'll also take reviews for PS2, Wii, or X-Box360 games you've played and loved.

Web Scavenger Hunt
Check back here for details next week. You'll be using the library's online resources to answer a question or two. First person to email me the correct answer will win a prize!

Stop-Motion Animation Video
I'll be providing some links to web-sites that give you tips for creating a stop-motion animation video. Make your best video, submit it to YouTube, provide me the link, and you might win a prize!

2010-02-10T17:26:00.007-07:00

Teen Tech Week is Coming! March 7 - March 13

Check back here next week for more details on how you can WIN PRIZES by participating in any of the following programs:

6-word life story--write a creative life story using only 6 words

Great game or book reviews--write a killer review and see it published here!

Web Scavenger Hunt--use the library's online resources to solve a puzzle--be the first to figure it out and win a prize

Create a stop-motion video and upload it to youtube.com Best video wins! I'll have links to some stop-motion animation help sites here soon to help you make your video.

Send me an email at mdecker@littletongov.org if you have any questions.

2010-01-22T10:08:00.002-07:00

Teen Photography Contest

Make Waves @ your Library
Submit your best photo that expresses the theme Make Waves @ your Library by Monday, March 15. Make sure to include the name of your photo with your submission. The winning photos from two age groups, middle school/junior high, and high school, will be published on a library bookmark to be given out for the teen summer reading program. For more information, or to submit your photo, contact Mark, the teen librarian, at 303-795-3961 or email me at mdecker@littletongov.org

2010-01-05T15:15:00.004-07:00

Don't miss the teen movie that's showing on Saturday, 1/16 @ 2:00!

We'll be watching Battle for Terra on the big screen.

When the peaceful inhabitants of the planet Terra come under attack from humans in search of a new home, the friendship between a human pilot and an alien girl may hold the key to saving both races.

Rated PG.

Free popcorn and lemonade will be provided.

2009-12-17T11:02:00.002-07:00

MORE VIDEO GAMES ARE ON THE WAY!

We are now going to carry xbox 360 games as well as Wii and PS2. With the new games being available tomorrow (12/18), we'll have around 20 titles for each platform.

The games check out for 1 week and can be renewed once. You can also place holds on titles if they're checked out.

Send me an email if there's a title you'd like me to purchase (as long as it's rated "T" or lower) at mdecker@littletongov.org

Don't forget we also have teen Wii every 3rd Thursday at 3:30 where we play games on the big screen. Come check it out!

2009-11-11T13:26:00.006-07:00

Are you all ready for the new Twilight movie "New Moon" set to open on November 20? Here's a link to the official movie site: http://www.twilightthemovie.com/

While you're waiting to see the film, come into the library and check out some other books featuring creatures of the night!

You might enjoy:

The Darkest Powers series by Kelley Armstrong. The first book, The Summoning, introduces Chloe, a 15-year-old girl who sees ghosts and is sent to a special home for disturbed kids--she soon discovers that the teens at the home are not what they seem...

The Night World series by L.J. Smith, which describes the lives of the vampires, werewolves, witches, and shape-shifters that secretly live among us.

The Immortals series by Alyson Noel. The first book, Evermore, introduces 16-year old Ever, who can see auras and hear other people's thoughts.

The Reformed Vampire Support Group by Catherine Jinks. 15-year old Nina is part of a support group for vampires where nothing much happens until one of the members is murdered. The vampires in this funny adventure mystery aren't sexy and superhuman--they're dead, after all, which means they smell and get VERY bored after years of the same old conversations...

I've got a HUGE list of other books, just ask for the BOOKS WITH BITE list at the information desk--or look in the bibliography notebook on the wall near the teen fiction.

Feel free to email me if you'd like some more "creature of the night" suggestions!

mdecker@littletongov.org

2009-10-05T08:37:00.002-06:00

WEEK 9 The CHAMPIONSHIP!

Last week's winner was...Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire

Cast your vote in this final battle by filling out a voting slip in the library or by emailing Mark at mdecker@littletongov.org

This week's battle is the FINAL BATTLE! I will announce the winning title on Monday, October 19th during TEEN READ WEEK.

Eragon
by Christopher Paolini

VS

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
by J.K. Rowling

2009-09-28T09:26:00.003-06:00

WEEK 8 The Finals Continue!

Last week's winner was...Eragon!

The winner of this week's battle will compete against Eragon in the final battle next week.

Cast your vote in this week's battle by filling out a voting slip in the library or by emailing Mark at mdecker@littletongov.org

Stay tuned here to find out which book wins this week's battle!

This week's BATTLE (the battle between authors with initials instead of first names):

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
by J.K. Rowling

VS

Voyage of the Dawn Treader
by C.S. Lewis

2009-09-21T09:50:00.004-06:00

WEEK 7 The FINALS begin NOW!

Last week's winners were: Eragon; Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire; Inkheart; Voyage of the Dawn Treader.

From now on, there will be only 1 battle each week until we find out which title is the BEST TEEN BOOK!

Cast your vote by filling out a voting slip in the library or by emailing me your vote at mdecker@littletongov.org

Stay tuned to find out which title will win!

This week's BATTLE

ERAGON
by Christopher Paolini
VS
Inkheart
by Cornelia Funke

2009-09-14T10:21:00.002-06:00

Week 6--The PLAYOFFS Begin NOW!

Last week's winners were: Inkheart; Number the Stars; The Lightning Thief; and Voyage of the Dawn Treader.

All of the winners from previous battles will now be competing against one another!

There are 4 battles this week, with 2 books in each of the battles.

Cast your vote for 1 book from each battle by filling out a voting slip in the library or by emailing me with your votes at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for 1 title in EACH battle. If you haven't read at least one of the books in the battle, please don't vote in that battle!

I'll update which books are battling each week here, so keep checking back!

Battle #1
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
By Jules Verne
VS
Eragon
By Christopher Paolini

Battle #2
Goose Girl
By Shannon Hale
VS
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
By J.K. Rowling

Battle #3
Lightning Thief
By Rick Riordan
VS
Voyage of the Dawn Treader
By C.S. Lewis

Battle #4
Inkheart
By Cornelia Funke
VS
Number the Stars
By Lois Lowry

2009-09-08T15:30:00.004-06:00

Week 5--The Semi-Finals--Round 2 Begins NOW!

Last week's winners were: 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea; Eragon; Goose Girl; Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire.

All of the winners from previous battles will now be competing against one another!

There are 4 battles this week, with 2 books in each of the battles.

Cast your vote for 1 book from each battle by filling out a voting slip in the library or by emailing me with your votes at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for 1 title in EACH battle. If you haven't read at least one of the books in the battle, please don't vote in that battle!

I'll update which books are battling each week here, so keep checking back!

Battle #1
Inkheart
By Cornelia Funke
VS
Maximum Ride:
The Angel Experiment
By James Patterson

Battle #2
Number the Stars
By Lois Lowry
VS
Pride and Prejudice
By Jane Austen

Battle #3
Lightning Thief
By Rick Riordan
VS
Twilight
By Stephenie Meyer

Battle #4
Two Princesses of Bamarre
By Gail Carson
Levine
VS
Voyage of the Dawn Treader
By C.S. Lewis

2009-08-31T09:39:00.002-06:00

Week 4--The Semi-Finals--begin NOW!

Last week's winners were: Eragon; Fablehaven (tie); Goose Girl (tie); Hatchet; The Two Princesses of Bamarre; Voyage of the Dawn Treader.

All of the winners from previous battles will now be competing against one another!

There are 4 battles this week, with 2 books in each of the battles. Cast your vote for 1 book from each battle by filling out a voting slip in the library or by emailing me with your votes at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for 1 title in EACH battle. If you haven't read at least one of the books in the battle, please don't vote in that battle!

I'll update which books are battling each week here, so keep checking back!

Battle #1
20,000 Leagues Under the Sea
By Jules Verne
VS
Angel’s Command
By Brian Jacques

Battle #2
Eragon
By Christopher Paolini
VS
Bloody Jack
By L.A. Meyer

Battle #3
Goose Girl
By Shannon Hale
VS
Fablehaven
By Brandon Mull

Battle #4
Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire
By J.K. Rowling
VS
Hatchet
By Gary Paulsen

2009-08-24T10:30:00.002-06:00

The Battles Continue!

The winners from last week were: Inkheart; Angel’s Command; Number the Stars; Bloody Jack; The Lightning Thief. These titles will show up again in future battles...

Week 3 Battles Begin NOW!There are 5 battles this week, with multiple books in each of the battles. Cast your vote for 1 book from each battle by filling out a voting slip in the library or by emailing me with your votes at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for 1 title in EACH battle. If you haven't read at least one of the books in the battle, please don't vote in that battle! I'll update which books are battling each week here, so keep checking back!

Battle #1
Ender’s Game
By Orson Scott-Card
VS
So You Want to be a Wizard
By Diane Duane
VS
Eragon
By Christopher Paolini
VS
Stormbreaker
By Anthony Horowitz

Battle #2
Fablehaven
By Brandon Mull
VS
The Falconer’s Knot
By Mary Hoffman
VS
Goose Girl
By Shannon Hale
VS
Life as We Knew It
By Susan Pfeffer

Battle #3
House of the Scorpion
By Nancy Farmer
VS
The Naming
By Alison Croggon
VS
Hatchet
By Gary Paulsen

Battle #4
The Silenced
By James Devita
VS
Hunger Games
By Suzanne Collins
VS
The Two Princesses of Bamarre
By Gail Carson Levine

Battle #5
Left Behind
By Dennis Lehaye
VS
Vampire Kisses
By Ellen Schreiber
VS
Voyage of the Dawn Treader
By C.S. Lewis

2009-08-15T09:12:00.011-06:00

The Battles Continue! The winners from last week were: Goblet of Fire; Twilight; Pride & Prejudice; 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea; Maximum Ride. These titles will show up again in future battles...

Week 2 Battles Begin NOW!

There are 5 battles this week, with multiple books in each of the battles. Cast your vote for 1 book from each battle by filling out a voting slip in the library or by emailing me with your votes at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for 1 title in EACH battle. If you haven't read at least one of the books in the battle, please don't vote in that battle! I'll update which books are battling each week here, so keep checking back!

BATTLE #1 (4 titles in this battle)
A Long Way Down By Nick Hornby VS Midnighters: the Secret Hour By Scott Westerfeld VS Inkheart By Cornelia Funke VS Evil Star By Anthony Horowitz

BATTLE #2 (4 titles in this battle)
Angel’s Command By Brian Jacques VS Nobody’s Princess By Esther Friesner VS Talent By Zoey Dean VS My Fair Godmother By Janette Rallison

BATTLE #3 (3 titles in this battle)
As Simple as Snow By Gregory Galloway VS Number the Stars By Lois Lowry
VS Wild Magic By Tamora Pierce

BATTLE #4 (3 titles in this battle)
Bloody Jack By L.A. Meyer VS Piccolo, the Grey Robe By Robin Ambrozic
VS The Mysterious Benedict Society By Trenton Stewart

BATTLE #5 (3 titles in this battle)
Tales of Beedle the Bard By J.K. Rowling VS Silverfin By James Higson VS The Lightning Thief By Rick Riordan

2009-08-10T09:21:00.004-06:00

Bemis Teen Battle for the Best Book

Let the voting begin!

As there were more than 70 books nominated, we're going to have multiple battles each week instead of just one. There are 5 battles this week, with multiple books in a couple of the battles.

Cast your vote for 1 book from each battle by filling out a voting slip in the library or by emailing me with your votes at mdecker@littletongov.org

Remember, only vote for 1 title in EACH battle.

If you haven't read at least one of the books, please don't vote!

I'll update which books are battling each week here, so keep checking back!

BATTLE #1 Every Harry Potter book was nominated, so vote for your favorite! (Sorcerer's Stone; Chamber of Secrets; Prisoner of Azkaban; Goblet of Fire; Order of the Phoenix; Half Blood Prince; Deathly Hallows)

BATTLE #2 All of Stephenie Meyer's Twilight series was nominated, so vote for your favorite! (Twilight; New Moon; Eclipse; Breaking Dawn)

BATTLE #3 Emma by Jane Austen VS Pride & Prejudice by Jane Austen

BATTLE #4 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea by Jules Verne VS The Bronze Bow by Elizabeth George Speare

BATTLE #5 100 Cupboards by Nathan Wilson VS Maximum Ride: the Angel Experiment by James Patterson

2009-08-03T16:53:00.003-06:00

The Bemis Teen Battle for the Best Book has started! Nominate a title and get your name entered in a prize drawing. Make sure the book is a "teen" read! You can nominate a book by filling out a slip in the library or by emailing me with your name & phone#, book title & author.

Once I've got a enough books nominated, I'll start pitting the nominated books against each other in a "battle" each week. The book that gets the most votes stays in the competition--the loser is removed. The book that ends up winning the competition will be announced in October. Check back here to see which books are battling! Battles should begin next week.

Vote for your favorites by emailing me: mdecker@littletongov.org

2009-07-01T19:41:00.025-06:00

Check out the finalists in the

Bemis Library Most Talented Teen Contest!

Come watch them perform at the

Bemis Library

Wednesday, July 15th at 7:00 p.m.

Help vote on who is the most talented teen!

One lucky winner in each age category will take home a savings bond from the

Colorado Business Bank.

The contestants in the middle school category are:

Nicholas, who sings

Ana and Ari, who sing and dance

Graeson, who plays the violin

Caitlin, who sings

Janeen, who sings

The contestants in the high school category are:

Khiemberly, who sings

Iona, who dances

Sara, who sings

Kalynn, who sings and dances

Camilla, who plays piano and sings

2009-06-16T16:46:00.003-06:00

Hey all!

Check out this poem emailed to me and written by a teen named Justin--great stuff!

Inside me lives
The wolf, the raven, the fox,
Cleverest animals of them all,
Caged like common zoo animals and
Howling, cawing, barking to be
Let free.

Inside me lives
A flowing, peaceful creek,
Carrying ideas, inspiration, words
To my pen,
Occasionally bended by rocks, branches,
And the litter of common folk.

Inside me lives
An eleven year old Harry Potter,
Treated non-existent by family,
And trying to find his place in
The world.

Inside me lives
An amazing magician,
Making wonders and wowing people
With deception, Illusion, mirrors.
A magician never tells.

Inside me lives
A locked box containing my heart,
To which few have the key
And even fewer know about,
Concealed behind a veil of
Sarcasm, rebellion, and indifference.

Inside me lives
A child, an adult
A killer, a hero
A wiseman and a fool.
Inside me lives....
Me.
And inside me I'll stay.

2009-05-26T09:53:00.024-06:00

Express Yourself!
Register for the Teen Summer Reading Program!

Registration has begun at the Bemis Library. Come in to sign up for the program and pick up a tally sheet to keep track of your reading. Make sure to check out the awesome programs happening throughout the summer! Some of the programs require registration and/or a special application.
Email Mark with any questions!
mdecker@littletongov.org

2009-05-16T14:12:00.002-06:00

Applications for the Teen CSI program are now available at the library!

CSI Police Program
Littleton Police Department
Held at Bemis Public Library
Grades 9-11 July 7-9 10:00 – 3:00
Special Application required (limited to 12 participants)
Applications at Bemis Public Library after May 15
Explore the science of solving crime and put your knowledge to the test in hands-on activities! Participants will learn about fingerprints, shoe prints, crime scene diagramming and photography, bloodstain analysis and other topics. Lunch will be provided.

2009-05-08T13:26:00.002-06:00

Summer Reading is COMING!! The theme is "Express Yourself"

1st day to sign up is May 26th.

Applications for summer film school are available NOW! Come to the library to pick one up.

Tons of programs and prizes available throughout the summer. Come check it out!

2009-04-09T09:40:00.014-06:00

Check out the winning photos from the teen photography contest! Congratulations to Chelsea, whose "Never Back Down" photo won the "younger" contest, and Shaun, whose "ball of light" photo won the "older" contest. Both of these photographs will be featured on summer reading bookmarks. Congrats!

2009-03-19T11:41:00.005-06:00

Are you looking for some excitement in your life? Check out the Arapahoe Rescue Patrol--a search and rescue team composed of teens in high school.

They are currently looking for recruits--check out their info page at http://www.arapahoerescue.org/recruiting
There are informational meetings for teens and parents.
These meetings will be held at Patrol Headquarters; 6529 South Broadway in Littleton (Also Littleton Fire Station 12) on: Wednesday April 1, 2009 at 6:00PM Saturday April 4, 2009 at 9:00AM Tuesday April 7, 2009 at 6:00PM
Call 303-797-1896 for questions.

2009-03-16T09:57:00.005-06:00

Congratulations to Teen Tech Week contest winners Samantha, Ben, Jay, Lee, Bryan, and Taylor!

This is Bryan's goofy self-picture...

Also check out Bryan and Taylor's funny video on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5xAGwThgUg

2009-03-13T10:14:00.002-06:00

FRIDAY'S CONTEST: First person to e-mail me with the correct answer to this question: What day and time is the library showing the movie Monty Python and the Holy Grail? Email me at mdecker@littletongov.org

GOOD LUCK!

2009-03-11T14:03:00.002-06:00

WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY CONTEST: Send me a link to a funny video you've made and uploaded to YouTube. If you have a funny movie but can't get it uploaded to YouTube and have it available in some other format, send me a link and we'll see what happens... I'll select a winner and confirm via e-mail.

Be sure to include whether I can post the link to your video on this blog for others to see.

(Make sure your video is rated "G")

Good luck!

Questions? Email me at mdecker@littletongov.org

2009-03-10T09:02:00.005-06:00

TUESDAY'S (3/10) CONTEST: Shoot Your Face! Take a goofy picture of yourself and send it to me via email at mdecker@littletongov.org Make sure to tell me if it's ok to post your photo on this blog.

I'll draw a random winner who can select their prize!

Upcoming contest: make a funny video and upload it to Youtube--start working on something funny now!

Be sure your video is rated "G"

2009-03-09T09:05:00.005-06:00

It's Teen Tech Week! Check here all week for info on contests where you can win prizes! Come in to the library and check out some books on technology and careers--things like how to turn blogging, video gaming, re-mixing and sampling, or digital photography into a career.

MONDAY'S CONTEST: the first person to TEXT me their name at 303-877-5376 wins a $10 gift card (Starbucks, Best Buy, Target, movie theaters, and other choices...).

Keep checking all week for other contests!

Hint: at least one contest this week will involve Youtube!

Call me 303-795-3961 or email me at mdecker@littletongov.org with questions

2009-03-05T10:19:00.004-07:00

There's still time to enter a photo for the photography contest! New deadline is Sunday, March 15th. There are now CASH prizes to be won for each age group as well. 1st place winners will get $50 CASH + have their photo published on a library bookmark. 2nd place winners get $30 CASH. 3rd place winners get $20 CASH. One lucky winner will also get to spend a day at Sgt Peppers Photography Studio to see how a professional studio functions. Send me your photos or questions! mdecker@littletongov.org

2009-01-29T15:24:00.002-07:00

Writing Contest!

Find out how you can win prizes for writing about Abraham Lincoln. Go to http://colincoln200.org/ for more info. Entries need to be received by 3/23/09. Check with Mark for more details.

2009-01-12T15:42:00.006-07:00

Are you into PHOTOGRAPHY?

Join us for a class on digital photography, put on by the experts at

Sgt. Peppers Photography Studio.

The class is at 1:00 on Saturday, Feb. 21. Then put your new knowledge to work and submit a photography that best shows the theme "Express Yourself" by March 7. Winning photographs will be published on a bookmark that will be given out to hundreds of people for the teen summer reading club!

The class and contest are for teens in 6th through 12 grade. Call the library at 303-795-3961 or email Mark at mdecker@littletongov.org to register, or for questions.

2008-12-12T09:18:00.002-07:00

Are you interested in learning how to write, shoot, direct, and edit movies? Check out the winter film school from the Binning Foundation! It goes from January 26th - April 22, Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:30-5:30, and is open to all 6th-8th graders. There is a $25 fee for the program.

You can find applications and more information in your school's office or at the Binning Foundation. Their website is http://www.binningfoundation.org/content/index.php

The Binning Family Foundation
1269 W. Littleton Blvd.
Littleton, Colorado
80120
phone: 720-506-0100
fax: 720-506-0101

2008-12-04T15:41:00.006-07:00

7 of the 13 Twilight winners at Bemis before the movie

Can you tell which photo is the NORMAL pose? The VAMPIRE pose? The VICTIM pose?

Kinda hard to tell with some of the faces...

2008-12-04T15:37:00.001-07:00

Battle of the Bands--Wii Rock Band

2008-12-04T15:34:00.002-07:00

Everyone had a chance to play in a band with the other participants

2008-12-04T15:32:00.000-07:00

The high score of the event was 186,125

2008-12-04T15:31:00.001-07:00

Winners received $10 gift certificates to Target or AMC theaters!

2008-12-04T15:30:00.001-07:00

There were 10 participants

2008-12-04T12:24:00.006-07:00

Battle of the Bands took place October 16

2008-11-17T10:57:00.003-07:00

Twilight Series Quiz Answers

1. In what city does most of Twilight take place?
A. Phoenix
B. Seattle
C. Los Angeles
D. Forks

2. What does Bella do when she sees blood? This was a tricky one as it doesn’t seem like Bella actually faints, but she continually refers to the fact that she faints at the sight of blood!
A. Faint
B. Hyperventilate
C. Throw up
D. Begin to cry

3. Where did Bella first see Edward Cullen?
A. Gym
B. Homeroom
C. Cafeteria
D. Math class

4. Which member of the Denali clan of vampires was involved in a relationship with Laurent?
A. Tanya
B. Irina
C. Katerina
D. Alice

5. What injury does Bella suffer at the ballet studio?
A. Concussion
B. Broken arm
C. Becoming a vampire
D. Broken leg

6. When Bella first sat with Edward at lunch, which 2 superheroes’ secret identities did she think of?
A. Bruce Wayne and Peter Parker
B. Clarke Kent and Peter Parker
C. Bruce Wayne and Clarke Kent
D. Robert Banner and Peter Parker

7. Edward asks Bella to marry him. Kind of a tricky one here as this doesn’t happen in the first book.
True
False
8. Where did Edward and Bella go over the weekend when Victoria was in town?
A. Phoenix, Arizona
B. Jacksonville, Florida
C. San Diego, California
D. Dallas, Texas

9. Where did Stephenie Meyer get the inspiration for Twilight?
A. Bram Stoker’s Dracula
B. Mythology and legends
C. A dream
D. Bedtime stories

10. What band is on the cd Bella listens to in order to help her sleep? Kudos to those of you who got this one right as it’s never stated in the book—you had to get this information from the author’s website. She intentionally did not include the name of the band in the book because she was afraid that by the time the book was published, the band might no longer be popular and wouldn’t be recognized! A few of you answered that Bella actually listens to Edward’s lullaby, which is also technically true.
A. Nickelback
B. Linkin Park
C. Marilyn Manson
D. Madonna

11. What color dress does Bella wear to the prom?
A. Blue
B. Red
C. White
D. Black

12. When Jacob saves Bella from drowning, what was Bella doing that caused her to drown?
A. Swimming in the ocean
B. Swimming laps in a pool
C. Cliff diving
D. Scuba diving

13. What is the name of the city in Italy where the Volturi live?
A. Florence
B. Naples
C. Volterra
D. Venice

14. What is the name of Emily’s cousin, who is a werewolf?
A. Leah
B. Tanya
C. Isabelle
D. Irina

15. Why does Edward’s family only play baseball on stormy days?
A. They love the rain
B. They hit the ball so hard it sounds like thunder
C. The rain masks the smell of their sweat
D. To meet other vampires

4 people got all 15 questions correct. 4 people got all but 1 question correct, and 6 people missed 2 questions.

2008-10-14T08:40:00.003-06:00

Love the Twilight series by Stephenie Meyer? Here’s your chance to see the movie for free! Return your completed Twilight Quiz, available in Teen Central at the library (or below), to Mark by 11/15. Ten lucky winners will win a free ticket to the movie, along with transportation from Bemis library to the theater and back, on Saturday, 11/22. Contact Mark at mdecker@littletongov.org for more details. Winners under the age of 13 must have parental permission.

Here's the quiz--you can cut and paste it into an email and send it to me, or print it and bring it to the library. Good luck!

1. In what city does most of Twilight take place?
A. Phoenix
B. Seattle
C. Los Angeles
D. Forks

2. What does Bella do when she sees blood?
A. Faint
B. Hyperventilate
C. Throw up
D. Begin to cry

3. Where did Bella first see Edward Cullen?
A. Gym
B. Homeroom
C. Cafeteria
D. Math class

4. Which member of the Denali clan of vampires was involved in a relationship with Laurent?
A. Tanya
B. Irina
C. Katerina
D. Alice

5. What injury does Bella suffer at the ballet studio?
A. Concussion
B. Broken arm
C. Becoming a vampire
D. Broken leg

6. When Bella first sat with Edward at lunch, which 2 superheroes’ secret identities did she think of?
A. Bruce Wayne and Peter Parker
B. Clarke Kent and Peter Parker
C. Bruce Wayne and Clarke Kent
D. Robert Banner and Peter Parker

7. Edward asks Bella to marry him
True
False

8. Where did Edward and Bella go over the weekend when Victoria was in town?
A. Phoenix, Arizona
B. Jacksonville, Florida
C. San Diego, California
D. Dallas, Texas
9. Where did Stephenie Meyer get the inspiration for Twilight?
A. Bram Stoker’s Dracula
B. Mythology and legends
C. A dream
D. Bedtime stories

10. What band is on the cd Bella listens to in order to help her sleep?
A. Nickelback
B. Linkin Park
C. Marilyn Manson
D. Madonna

11. What color dress does Bella wear to the prom?
A. Blue
B. Red
C. White
D. Black

12. When Jacob saves Bella from drowning, what was Bella doing that caused her to drown?
A. Swimming in the ocean
B. Swimming laps in a pool
C. Cliff diving
D. Scuba diving

13. What is the name of the city in Italy where the Volturi live?
A. Florence
B. Naples
C. Volterra
D. Venice

14. What is the name of Emily’s cousin, who is a werewolf?
A. Leah
B. Tanya
C. Isabelle
D. Irina

15. Why does Edward’s family only play baseball on stormy days?
A. They love the rain
B. They hit the ball so hard it sounds like thunder
C. The rain masks the smell of their sweat
D. To meet other vampires

2008-10-06T11:16:00.003-06:00

Game night is coming! This Friday, 10/10, from 5:30 - 8:00. We'll be playing board games, Wii games, and Dance Dance Revolution--computers will be available as well. We recently added Rock Band to our Wii collection, so come take a turn on the drums, guitar, or microphone. Pizza and drinks will be provided. Call me (303-795-3961) or email me (mdecker@littletongov.org) with questions. Come check it out!

2008-09-06T15:35:00.000-06:00

Hi all! My name is Mark, and I’m the new teen librarian at the Bemis Public Library. There are some great upcoming teen events to put on your calendar. I purchased Rock Band for our Wii system and we’ll be playing that and Carnival Games at the next Wii date, Sept. 18 @ 3:30. Teen Read Week is also coming in October, 10/12 – 10/18. We’ll be having a book swap where you can trade in books (and other stuff) and earn chances to win a $30 gift certificate to AMC theaters. There will also be a battle of the bands contest on 10/16 @ 3:30, on the Wii Rock Band game, where prizes can also be won. Come check out the fun!

Feel free to contact me with any questions at my email: mdecker@littletongov.org or at Bemis 303-795-3961.

2008-06-09T15:58:00.004-06:00

Alright! You have all gotten through the first two weeks of the teen summer reading program. Please remember to bring in your Tracking form and receive your prizes. A coupon from Applebee's has been added to the prizes for the first two weeks.

2008-06-07T09:31:00.003-06:00

Due to popular demand, Bemis has added another Red Cross Babysitting class. The new class will be held on Monday, June 30th. Please see the post from April 11 th for further information and registration phone number.

2008-05-28T17:43:00.002-06:00

Wow! Tuesday, May the 27th was a great time at Bemis Public Library. We set records for the most people through the building for summer reading registration! The Earth Balloon was a great event and if you did not get to come in that day, here are some pictures to show you what you missed!

2008-05-27T10:17:00.000-06:00

The Bemis Public Library Teen Summer Reading Program is underway! We began registration today and registration for teens is online. Here is the link...

http://bemis.readingrecord.org/

Once you have registered please come to the library for your free book and a tracking form. We look forward to seeing you at Bemis this summer!

2008-05-20T14:31:00.002-06:00

Teens, Reality Check is an online resource and forum that lets teens do the talking. You have something to say about your life, your body and your world. With teens being the fastest growing group of people infected with HIV/AIDS, the problem is a part of your reality and you can do something about it. Visit our site and tell us the reality of what you care about.

http://www.myspace.com/realitycheckco

2008-04-24T10:01:00.002-06:00

Bemis has finally purchased a Wii gaming system! Believe me, I have been looking for one for quite a while. The system will be unveiled during our Spring Game Night on April 25, 2008 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Please come and join us for pizza, board games, computer games, and of course, the Wii!

2008-04-11T14:24:00.001-06:00

Bemis will host three babysitting classes during the Summer of 2008. This one-day program is focused on those between the ages of 11-17. Topics covered include: responsible play, picking up and holding children, feeding, emergency procedures, identifying appropriate toys, and hygiene (handwashing). The class is held at Bemis Public Library from 9:00 am until 4:00 pm. Class size is limited to 12 participants and they fill up fast! The cost for the class is $59 and registration is done by calling the Red Cross directly at 303-722-7474

Class dates are;

Monday, June 9
Monday, July 14
Monday, August 4

2008-04-10T13:00:00.005-06:00

Registration for the great collaborative effort between the Binning Family Foundation and Bemis Public Library will begin on Tuesday, May 27. You will need to come to the library to fill out the registration form for the 8 week program. Film school will begin on June 3, and will be held from Tuesday through Thursday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Cost for this program is $50 and scholarships are available. The Summer Film School is held at the Binning Family Foundation, 1269 W. Littleton Blvd. Program is limited to 40 participants from 6th grade up to 12th grade. The theme for the 2008 Summer Film School is "Read and Renew the Earth".

2008-03-25T09:55:00.001-06:00

We have reorganized the Naruto Club to an Anime Club. The first meeting of the new Anime Club will be April 5th at 12:00 (noon) We will pick the movie to watch from the library's growing anime collection. Come and join us for anime, food, and games.

2008-02-06T18:28:00.002-07:00

Bemis is attempting to create a Naruto Club. Come and join us for the first meeting which will be held on February 16th at 12:00 pm (noon). We will watch a Naruto episode, play a Naruto game, and decide the direction of the club. Enjoy the following YouTube Naruto video...

2008-01-15T18:14:00.000-07:00

If you like to draw manga, there is a YouTube video linked here that will teach you how to draw eyes in the Japanese manga style.

Enjoy!

Remember to use headphones!

2007-12-06T09:21:00.001-07:00

2007-11-07T19:13:00.000-07:00

TAG president Hoang and Vice President Suzanna had the opportunity of a lifetime in meeting young adult author Chris Crutcher. Both Suzanna and Hoang had dinner at Maggiano's with Chris and several teens from the Aurora area and Arapahoe High School. In addition to meeting Chris, Hoang has finished reading all of the books Bemis has in its collection written by Chris Crutcher! Chris is shown here speaking at Arapahoe High School.

2007-10-24T19:37:00.000-06:00

Teens,

YALSA has announced the winners of the 2007 Top Ten Teen Books and here they are:

1. New Moon by Stephenie Meyer (Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2006).
2. Just Listen by Sarah Dessen (Viking Children’s Books, 2006)
3. How to Ruin a Summer Vacation by Simone Elkeles (Flux, 2006).
4. Maximum Ride: School’s Out – Forever by James Patterson (Hachette Book Group USA/Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2006).
5. Firegirl by Tony Abbott (Hachette Book Group USA/Little, Brown Books for Young Readers, 2006).
6. All Hallows Eve (13 Stories) by Vivian Vande Velde (Harcourt, 2006).
7. Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer (Harcourt, 2006).
8. River Secrets by Shannon Hale (Bloomsbury, 2006).
9. Bad Kitty by Michele Jaffe (HarperCollins, 2006).
10. Road of the Dead by Kevin Brooks (Chicken House, 2006).

Bemis has them all except Number 3, but you are welcome to check out the rest!

2007-09-19T19:41:00.000-06:00

Teen Read Week is almost upon us! Here is a list of the activities that Bemis Public Library will be having for Teens. Please ask about a Teen Reading Passport and we hope to see you at one or all of the events!

Monday, October 15 Come to the library between 3 and 5 and get a free comic, magazine, or book of your choice.
Tuesday, October 16 Watch the exciting movie called "Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer" at 3:30 (light refreshments will be served.
Wednesday, October 17 Open Mike! Take the opportunity to show off your acting, reading, reciting a poem, talents to a group of teens. All acts must be pre-approved by Suzie or Anthony. Please call (303) 795-3961 for information.
Thursday, October 18 Time for some dancing! Dance Dance Revolution (DDR) at 3:30. (light refreshments will be served)

We hope to see you!

2007-09-10T10:55:00.000-06:00

Here is an excerpt from an up and coming young author, Suzanna Lynn:

Chapter One

I walked towards the high school focusing intently on the ground in front of me. The weak autumn sun shone down on me bringing out the red in my light brown hair and making my skin look almost transparent. I played with the strap to of my messenger bag that hung across my chest. Whenever I did this my hand always found my mother’s wedding ring that I kept on a thin chain that came to my breast. I clasped the ring in my hand, closing my eyes and taking a deep breath. I had been going to the same school for over three years yet every time I went in the school I felt like a new kid on her first day.

“Adrienne.”

The sound of my name being called from behind me pulled me out of the uneasy, trance-like walk to the doors. I looked up and turned around to see my best friend, Derek making his way through the crowd of students with a warm smile on his face.

2007-08-10T14:12:00.000-06:00

Teen events during the month of August:

Friday the 10th, Teen Advisory Group (TAG) 3:30
Monday the 13th, Red Cross Babysitting Class 9am to 4pm
Monday the 13th, Teen Book Club 10:00 am
Tuesday the 14th, Bemis Anime Team 3:30
Thursday the 16th, Dance Dance Revolution (DDR) 3:30
Wednesday the 22nd, Drop-In Program, Sumo Wrestling 3:00 to 5:00
Friday the 24th, TAG 3:30

2007-08-01T14:05:00.000-06:00

Are you ready to Sumo? Bemis will be hosting a fun program in which you will be able to put on a canvas sumo suit, it is blown up with air, and you will wrestle against another teen! It will happen on Wednesday, August 22, from 3 to 5. Hope to see you there!

Bring a friend!

2007-08-01T14:01:00.000-06:00

Well, the Summer Reading Program has come to an end. I would personally like to thank you all for participating, and all of you are winners since you read which is the biggest reward.

The winner of the iPod was number 255

All of you that completed the program will be receiving a packet of information shortly, I wish you well in school this next year!

Anthony

2007-07-23T08:49:00.000-06:00

The winners for the drawing of the 8th and final week are numbers:

13, 69, 92, 95, 210, 250, 257, 272, 316, and 329

The winners will have a choice between 9 Egyptian chocolates that are 1/6 of a pound each or a tube of Egyptian figurines.

Congratulations to the winners! Make sure all your tickets are turned in for the iPod drawing which will be on August 1, 2007.

2007-07-16T09:26:00.000-06:00

The winners of the drawing for the seventh week are numbers:

71, 87, 247, 250, 272, and 316

The winners this week will get to pick between a stuffed toy of Sobek (above), two Egyptian pens, and three gift certificates to Sophie's Place. With only one week, left you all are encouraged to turn in your tickets for the final drawing which will be held on August 1 (yes, for the iPod!)

2007-07-09T15:13:00.000-06:00

The next Teen Book Club meeting will be August 13, at 10:00 am. We will be disussing the book Undine by Penni Russon. (Sixteen-year-old Undine, hearing her presumably deceased father calling to her and feeling a strange force growing inside her, travels to the sea to discover the depths of her magical powers.)

The Teen Book Club book for Saturday, September 1 at 2:00 pm will be Gregor the Overlander by Suzanne Collins. (When eleven-year-old Gregor and his two-year-old sister are pulled into a strange underground world, they trigger an epic battle involving men, bats, rats, cockroaches, and spiders while on a quest foretold by ancient prophecy.) We will hold this meeting and determine if interest to continue the club into the fall.

2007-07-09T09:22:00.000-06:00

The sixth week of the summer reading program is done! Wow, already! The winners for this week's drawing are:

7, 75, 87, 99, 175, and 248.

The winners get to pick from 3 really cool Egyptian figurines or 3 gift certificates to Sophie's Place. Don't forget this is Harry Potter Week, come and beat the heat at Bemis!

2007-07-02T09:54:00.000-06:00

Winners for the fifth week of the Summer Reading Program are numbers:

7, 81, 115, 286, 330, and 356.

They will have a choice between 4 cool books about Egypt or 2 Sophie's Place gift certificates.

Congratulation winners, and have a great Fourth of July!

2007-06-25T09:02:00.000-06:00

The winners for the fourth week of the Summer Reading Program are:

1, 99, 113, 176, 209, and 306

They will have a choice between 2 papyrus bookmarks, a papyrus wall hanging (both are from Egypt), or 3 gift certificates to Sophie's Place cafe.

Congratulations to the winners!

2007-06-19T10:14:00.000-06:00

Visit Hogsmeade Village! On Friday, July 13, we will be having a great, fun, fabulous, fantastic, well, enough adjectives, event here at Bemis to celebrate the release of the newest Harry Potter movie and book. You will have the opportunity to do a varied amount of activities related to Harry Potter and have the chance to win several prizes. Please come into the library asap to pick up your limited ticket which will allow you to enter Hogsmeade Village.

2007-06-18T14:32:00.000-06:00

The first day of the Tissue Mummy Wrapping competition has passed. Teams had to use strategy, speed and a good wrapping technique to make a fast time. Here are some pictures from the competition, and you will have a second chance to compete on Wednesday, June 20 at 1:00. The fastest time was 1 minute and 18 seconds!

2007-06-18T09:01:00.000-06:00

The winners for the third week (4 etched mirrors or 3 Sophie's Place gift certificates) of the Wrapped Up in Reading program are:

35, 38, 71, 77, 82, 115, and 282.

Congratulations to the winners, and keep the tickets coming!

2007-06-14T08:50:00.000-06:00

We had our first meeting of the Teen Book Club, and you are invited to participate in the second meeting. We will discuss the book, "Wee Free Men" by Terry Pratchett (A young witch-to-be named Tiffany teams up with the Wee Free Men, a clan of six-inch-high blue men, to rescue her baby brother and ward off a sinister invasion from Fairyland). We will meet on Monday, July 9, at 10:00am.

2007-06-11T13:11:00.000-06:00

Here are the winners for the 5 (five) jewelry items and 3 gift certificates to Sophies Cafe, yes, there were 8 winners this week!

The Winners are: 6,73, 87, 99, 108, 154, 176, and 261.

Congratulations winners!

2007-06-07T14:20:00.000-06:00

Thirteen teens helped to make the Horus Mural during the first week of the Summer Reading Program. Here is a picture for those of you that did not have a chance to see it (it will be in the Teen Central section of the library for the remainder of the summer), or work on it. Special thanks to Amanda, Miranda, and Cheyenne for helping put the mural in place.

2007-06-06T19:37:00.000-06:00

Are you into anime? Well then come and join the Bemis Anime Team while we watch an episode of the movie "Black Cat". Light refreshments will be served and we will have some giveaways. The presentation of "Black Cat" will be held on June 12 at 3:30.

2007-06-04T12:17:00.000-06:00

Alright! The Week one drawing has been held and the winners had a choice between 3 stone (onyx) pyramids or three gift certificates to Sophie's Place (the cafe here at Bemis).

The winners are: 35, 36, 42, 81, 131, and 173.

Congratulations and keep on reading. We have the Horus Mural program on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 1:00 this week- come and enjoy!

2007-06-01T14:24:00.000-06:00

The first drawing slips for the SRP are due June 4, 2007 by 9:00 am.

2007-05-31T14:14:00.000-06:00

Summer Reading Program (SRP) has started! Hopefully you have gotten signed up for the SRP and are all ready to enjoy your summer. If you signed up you should have gotten a free book, if you are one of the lucky persons that got a book with a large format money bill you can win a prize. Please bring that bill to the library on Saturday, June 2 between 9 am and 5 pm and you will get a prize for presenting the bill.

2007-04-30T09:14:00.000-06:00

The final Bemis Anime Team for the this spring will be held on May 8, 2007. We will watch an episode of Trinity Blood and other anime features. Light refreshments will be served.

2007-04-15T09:06:00.000-06:00

Teens, be ready for the summer! Coming up is the famous, fabulous, fun Summer Film School. Registration for Film School which is co-sponsored by The Binning Family Foundation and Bemis Public Library will begin on May 29, 2007. That is a little more than a month away! Be ready to be creative. Registration will be held at Bemis Public Library.

More information to follow.