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Wednesday, May 14, was the last day of the Anime-Manga Club at Jan Platt Library until September. We had a really great year, and it was sad to say sayonara to everyone. So we decided to have a party!
First, we made some yakisoba noodles:
Then we picked up the cake:
Added some desserts:
And we couldn't forget the Ramune!
Then it was time for skits:
The artwork was on display:
We had a great party with over 25 teens attending. Thanks, everyone! See you in September!
We are, too! And we're excited to be launching our newest teen program...
Teen BootCamp 2008
Ages: Starting Grades 7-12 in the fall
Time: 1:30-4:30pm
Dates/Locations:
Do you want to rock Microsoft Office? Develop some mad tech skills and learn some cool computer tricks in just 4 days at Teen BootCamp 2008!
Design a CD case for your favorite musical group… whether it’s at the top of the charts or in your own garage. Discover ways to promote your group with custom flyers, mailing lists and business cards. Learn ways to customize your space on the web with some easy html. Plus several more skill-building activities using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, etc) and the internet that can be used to promote your band, your business or to get ahead in school!
Online registration will begin soon at http://teens.hcplc.org.
Do you have friends from all different backgrounds? Can you talk to your
friends about sexuality, race, faith and feel safe? Have you ever
hesitated to say something because someone would think you are racist or
ignorant? Community Tampa Bay envisions a community free from all forms of
discrimination, where everyone can be treated with respect and
understanding. Where you can be yourself and build safer schools and
communities. They want you to come and join them, help them, strengthen
their efforts. Community Tampa Bay would like to talk to you about a GREAT
program they have called Anytown.
If you are in high school and live in Hillsborough county, then you are
eligible to come to and are invited to be part of Anytown. The focus is on
developing youth leadership and diversity awareness. It is a residential 5
day/4 night program. All meals and transportation are included in a $25
fee. The program itself is valued at over $800! It's nationally recognized
and looks great on college applications. There are two Hillsborough sessions
this summer: June 15th through the 19th, and August 3rd through August 7th.
You can visit their website or call 727.568.9333 for more details.
The Hillsborough Youth Collaborative (HYC) is a partnership of Community
Tampa Bay with the Children's Board of Hillsborough County. In its fourth
year now, the program empowers adolescents to strengthen the lives of
children and families through service and effective youth-adult
partnerships. HYC is an amazing leadership experience that equips a diverse
group of potential leaders between 14 and 20 years old with the tools and
skills to become advocates for youth issues and children's rights. As the
word gets out about the program, new members from all areas and backgrounds
of Hillsborough County have applied to join the program. The Hillsborough
Youth Collaborative’s main goal is to represent the youth voice and advocate
for the consideration of their opinions in major planning initiatives and
policy design/reform. The HYC is a YOUTH-LED group. We meet to discuss
YOUTH’s concerns, opinions, and priorities for change, and how YOUTH want to
go about affecting that change in our community. We meet twice a month for
our working meetings, and have other community service events and
opportunities throughout the month. We also provide trainings, leadership
development, and a stipend at the end of the summer for completed hours. All
of our events count as community service hours and truly provide students
with opportunities to prepare for college and a civically-engaged adult
life.
All you have to do to get involved is live in Hillsborough County, be
between 14 and 20, and have lots of ideas about how to help your community!
Fiction Book- Stuck in Neutral by Terry Trueman
Shawn McDaniel is afraid that his father may have something planned for him- something quite unpleasant. Problem is, Shawn has severe cerebral palsy and is unable to tell anyone of his suspicions. If he could only focus his thoughts on the girl he likes- one of the very few people who talks to him as a peer and not with baby talk. Part of Shawn wishes for a release- and part of him fears the worst.
Nonfiction Book- The Book of Lists by David Wallechinsky and Amy Wallace
What are some ways cats talk with their tails? Who were the most popular presidents of the USA? What are the nations visited by the most tourists? Find the answers to these questions- and many more!
Manga- Pita Ten by Koge Donbo
Misha is trying to become a full-fledged angel. Shia is a demon apprentice. Both compete for Kotarou's attention and affection. Who will win?
Anime- Book of Ys
The land of Esteria has been taken over by the forces of the evil priest Dark Fact. It is up to Adol to come and save Esteria. With the help of Leah and Vina, can Adol undertake this quest?
Website- Similar Minds
Find out more about your personality type! Featuring the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Enneagram, Big Five, and many more.
Game Zone
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Time: 5:00-7:30 pm
Get in the zone and join your friends for some gaming fun with games such as Guitar Hero and other great games!
Snacks & Drinks Sponsored by the Friends of the Bruton Memorial Library
Prizes Sponsored by Papa John’s Pizza on 1820 James L. Redman Pkwy, Plant City, FL 33563
SATURDAY MAY 3RD IS THE 7TH ANNUAL FREE COMIC BOOK DAY!
MAKE FREE COMIC BOOK DAY YOUR FRIEND
Go to http://www.myspace.com/freecomicbookday, the FCBD MySpace page that provides a wealth of information on the event.
