Teen'Scape's Events
October 2007
1-31 Monday –Saturday
A different scary movie will be shown in Teen'Scape at 4:00pm, Monday through Saturday, throughout the month of October. (no Sunday showings) Ask a Librarian in Teen'Scape or call 213.228.7290 for the film calendar. Teen’Scape, 4pm
4 Thursday NaNo WriMo-National Novel Writing Month
Have you ever wanted to write a book, but couldn’t get past The Blank Page? Then writers rejoice!! NaNo is here!!! Come find out about wrting 50,000 words in 30 days. Teen’Scaoe, 4:30-5:30pm
6 Saturday PSAT Practice Test
Do you think you’ll ace the SAT test? If not, take the practice test before the real thing. SIGN UP WITH A TEEN’SCAPE LIBRARIAN A follow up session is also scheduled (on October 13th at 2pm) to find out how you did on the test and in what areas you need more practice. Meeting Room B, 10am-2:30pm
13 Saturday Money 101: Finance and Investing for Teens
Is there a right way to think about money? Have you ever wondered why some people have money and some people don’t? Learn about money, investing, and financial planning. No late admittance. Teen’Scape, 1pm
18 Thursday NaNo WriMo-National Novel Writing Month—Prep Time
Now that you know what NaNo is, come and prep for your novel. We’ll talk about plot, character sheets, outlines and how writing a novel in 30 days is not as daunting as you think. Teen’Scape, 4:30-5:30pm
20 Saturday Student Smart: Financial Aid and Scholarships
SIGN UP WITH A TEEN’SCAPE LIBRARIAN Covers various financial aid packages and scholarships available to students for college. Teen’Scape, 2:00pm
30 Tuesday Teen Council Meeting-- Teen'Scape Horror Camp
What’s your favorite scary story? Sit around the campfire and be prepared to feel the hair rise on the back of your neck!! The campfire & refreshments will be provided. Teen’Scape, 4:30pm
November 2007
2 Friday NaNo WriMo 3
National Novel Writing Month--third session. If you've started your novel, now come and write more in a supportive and creative environment. But if you haven't started yet, no worries. Come and talk out the problems, share triumphs and start writing that book! Teen'Scape, 4:30-5:30pm
3 Saturday New SAT Practice Test
Experts from Princeton Review will administer a full practice test for the SAT. It's FREE!! CALL 213.228.7290 or talk to a Librarian in Teen'Scape to SIGN UP. To get your scores and to find out how to improve your scores, come to the follow-up session. It will be held on November 17th at 1pm in Teen'Scape. Meeting Room B, 10am-2:30pm
10 Saturday Money 101: Finance and Investing for Teens
Is there a right way to think about money? Have you ever wondered why some people have money and some people don't? Learn about money, investing, and financial planning. No late admittance. Teen'Scape, 1-2pm
15 Thursday NaNo WriMo 4
National Novel Writing Month--fourth session. You're halfway there! Come and converse with fellow NaNo writers and rejuvenate your writing. Teen'Scape, 4:30-5:30pm
17 Saturday SAT Follow up Session
If you took the SAT Practice test on November 3rd, come to Teen'Scape to get your scores and talk to a Princeton Review expert about how to get better scores next time. Teen'Scape, 1-2pm
17 Saturday Student Smart Seminar: Common College Admission Myths
Is it true that you need perfect scores to get into the UC System? Or, is the ACT not as widely accepted as the SAT? Learn about common college admissions myths and get answers to your admissions questions. Teen'Scape, 2-3pm
27 Tuesday Teen Council Meeting--Let's Play Cards!!
Do you play World of Warcraft, Magic the Gathering or Yu-Gi-Oh!? Bring your own decks and compete against your friends or other teens. Refreshments will be provided. Teen'Scape, 4:30-5:30pm
29 Thursday NaNo WriMo 5
National Novel Writing Month--fifth session. It's the Final Push! Come and write, write, write to make that 50,000 words!!! Teen'Scape, 4:30-5:30pm
December 2007
1 Saturday Student Smart Seminar: Study Skills
Learn valuable study skills in order to achieve better grades in school and improve your study habits. (Recommended for 8th grade students) CALL 213.228.7223 or talk to a Librarian in Teen'Scape to SIGN UP.
Teen'Scape, 2-3pm
4 Tuesday Open Mic Nite
Share your creativity and have your voice heard! Teens can read their original poems, short stories or works of their favorite writers, perform comedy routines or play music of their own or their favorite musicians. Snacks and beverages will be served. Call Teen'Scape (213. 228.7290) to sign up. Teen'Scape 6:00-7:30pm
6 Thursday NaNo WriMo 6
National Novel Writing Month--final session!!! Thank goodness it's over! Come and talk about your experience , share your book and characters and start planning for NaNo '08! Refreshments will be served. Teen'Scape, 4:30-5:30pm
8 Saturday Money 101: Finance and Investing for Teens
Is there a right way to think about money? Have you ever wondered why some people have money and some people don't? Learn about money, investing, and financial planning. No late admittance. Teen'Scape, 1-2pm
13 Thursday Teens Go Green
It's in the news. It's on TV. And it's even in books and movies--Global Warming. Come and find out simple steps that you can take to help combat the climate crisis. Teen'Scape, 4:30-5:30pm
18 Tuesday Teen Council Meeting-Gift Bag Decorating
We'll provide the bags, stamps, stickers, markers, etc. You bring your creativity and holiday spirit! Refreshments will be provided. Teen'Scape, 4:30-5:30pm
27 Thursday Hey! What's Your Sign?
Scorpio? Aries? Aquarius? Come and learn about the planets, stars...and your future. Teen'Scape, 4:30-5:30pm
28 Friday Xbox Game Day
Play Xbox games on the big screen. Snacks will be provided. For more information, call Teen’Scape at 213.228.7290. Teen’Scape, 4-5:30pm