Teen Events @ Fredricksen
Hello Fredricksen Teens!
Don't let the winter blues get you down - there's lots to do at the library! This month we had an audience participation presentation of the classic movie The Princess Bride (Saturday, January 4th) and we will learn to make Rainbow Loom Bracelets (Sunday, January 19th).
February brings funny sorts of Valentine's programs. We start with a performance by Rebel Heart Irish Dancers (Saturday, February 22nd) followed by refreshments made by our Teen Advisory Group. We are giving you the chance to show your "love" of all things Irish by starting your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations early.
And don't miss our anti-love program “Wow, I Really HATED That Book!” (Sunday, February 23rd). Here’s your chance to warn your friends against a book. Choose a book that was recommended to you, something assigned to you in school or just a bad read you chose because of the cover. Then, take to the mic for 5-10 minutes to give a dissuade your friends from making that same literary mistake you made. Think about why you hated the book – was it the flat characters, the slower then slow writing pace or the oh-so predictable plot. Was it a sequel that feel far short of its predecessor? How about the required reading from AP English? At the end of the program we will have a list of the best reviewed books of 2013 and the most anticipated books of 2014 to give you a fresh reading start.
Hoping to see you soon,
Mrs. Davies
FILM FORWARD promotes cultural dialogue through independent documentary and narrative film, using film’s unique ability to tell stories that explore universal themes to ignite meaningful conversations. Come enjoy the films and if you wish, stay after for discussion. 
FILM FORWARD promotes cultural dialogue through independent documentary and narrative film, using film’s unique ability to tell stories that explore universal themes to ignite meaningful conversations. Come enjoy the films and if you wish, stay after for discussion. 
Mother's Day and Father's Day are fast approaching - do you have a special way to say thanks to your parents for all they do? Teen budgets are tight and your spare time is limited. Why not make some homemade gifts of thanks while you spend time with your friends at the library. We will have all the supplies for you to make your choice of four crafts for Mom, Dad or any other awesome adults in your life. Crafts include button book marks, crystal sun catchers, paper weights, and desk organizers. As a bonus we will open our craft supply closet to you if you want to come up with your own idea. Creative wrapping included. While we create epic gifts we will watch the 2003 hit movie starring Lindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis - a funny tale of parent/teen life swapping. Snacks provided by the Friends of Fredricksen. For teens 12 years and up, grades 7 – 12.
Join us for an informal and fun gathering centered around knitting and crochet. Meet others who love crochet and knitting while making progress on your favorite project. Polish your skills and have fun doing it.
Stop by with your friends for a showing of this 1999 teen hit, a retelling of William Shakespeare's The Taming of the Shrew starring Joseph Gordon-Levitt, Julia Stiles and Heath Ledger. A new kid must find a guy to date the meanest girl in school, the older sister of the girl he has a crush on, who cannot date until her older sister does. Rated PG-13. Refreshments provided by the Friends of Fredricksen. For teens 12 years and up, grades 7 – 12.
There are so many great things you can do with unwanted wood scraps. Why not join our Pinterest Party and try a few out? We'll have a few different upcycled wood projects to choose from and some great crafters here to help you make the best of your time. Try making personalized signs, a coat hook board or centerpiece box. We'll provide the basic supplies. Bring any special touches and join us! Ages 16 & up, please. Cost: $5.00. Registration begins April 1.
