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Monday, June 13, 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants Purse Party
A Wired for Youth Summer Reading Program for ages 8 and over.
Manchaca Road Branch, 5500 Manchaca Rd., 78745; (512) 974-8700
(We’ll be celebrating both the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants books by Ann Brashares, as well as the release of the upcoming movie. Join us to create a
stunning, one-of-a-kind jean purse!
Limit 15 participants. In the Large Meeting Room.)
Thursday, June 16, 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants Program
A Wired for Youth Summer Reading Program for ages 8 and over.
Ruiz Branch, 1600 Grove Blvd., 78741; (512) 974-7500
(Join us to celebrate Sisterhood! We’ll be making jean purses, talking about the book and the movie and enjoying some sisterhood snacks! This program is intended for youth ages 12 and up and is limited to 12 people; please sign up if interested.)
Tuesday, June 21, 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants Purse Party
A Wired for Youth Summer Reading Program for ages 8 and over.
Windsor Park Branch, 5833 Westminster Dr., 78723; (512) 974-9840
(This program is for fans of Ann Brashare's popular series The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants. We will decorate a pair of blue jeans as well as make our own jean purses. This program is for ages 12-17. Space is limited to 15 so please contact WFY Librarian Joanna to register in advance.)
Monday, July 11, 7:00 p.m.
Harry Potter Teen Trivia Party!
A Wired for Youth Summer Reading Program for ages 8 and over.
Manchaca Road Branch, 5500 Manchaca Rd., 78745; (512) 974-8700
(Think you know a thing or two about Hogwarts, Harry, and all things magical? Then prove it! Join us in celebrating the release of the new Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Space is limited, please call ahead to reserve your spot.)
Thursday, July 14, 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Harry Potter Teen Trivia Party
A Wired for Youth Summer Reading Program for ages 8 and over.
Ruiz Branch, 1600 Grove Blvd., 78741; (512) 974-7500
(Think you know a thing or two about Hogwarts, Harry, and all things magical? Then prove it! Join us in celebrating the release of the new Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Space is limited, please call ahead to reserve your spot.)
Tuesday, July 19, 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Harry Potter Teen Trivia Party
A Wired for Youth Summer Reading Program for ages 8 and over.
Windsor Park Branch, 5833 Westminster Dr., 78723; (512) 974-9840
(Think you know a thing or two about Hogwarts, Harry, and all things magical? Then prove it! Join us in celebrating the release of the new Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Space is limited, please call ahead to reserve your spot.)
Wednesday, July 20, 3:00 p.m.
Food Fear Factor!
A Wired for Youth Summer Reading Program for ages 8 and over.
Windsor Park Branch, 5833 Westminster Dr., 78723; (512) 974-9840
(In this “reality game”, participating teens will compete against one another in an adventurous taste test. Foods that are possible for tasting include: spam, canned spinach, baby formula, vienna sausages, baby food (turkey dinner), sauerkraut, anchovies, sardines, dried octopus, vegemite, and a clam milkshake (clam juice and buttermilk.) If you have any questions, please call Wired for Youth Librarian Joanna Nigrelli at 928-0333. You must be between the ages of 8 and 18 and have a signed permission slip to participate.)
Wednesday, July 27, 3:00 p.m.
Bookmart Art
A Wired for Youth Summer Reading Program for ages 8 and over.
Manchaca Road Branch, 5500 Manchaca Rd., 78745; (512) 974-8700
(Make your very own custom bookmark and have it laminated!)
Thursday, July 28, 7:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Harry Potter Teen Trivia Party
A Wired for Youth Summer Reading Program for ages 8 and over.
Howson Branch, 2500 Exposition, 78703; (512) 974-8800
(Think you know a thing or two about Hogwarts, Harry, and all things magical? Then prove it! Join us in celebrating the release of the new Harry Potter book, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. Space is limited, please call ahead to reserve your spot.)
Saturday, July 30, 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
srp.05 Teen Fest
A Wired for Youth Summer Reading Program for ages 8 and over.
Carver Branch, 1161 Angelina, 78702; (512) 974-1010
(Teen Fest is the srp.05 wrap-up party!. Celebrate the end of summer! We will have live entertainment, giant chess, drawings for multiple door prizes, free food, and games. For teens ages 12-17.)
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