Teen Movie Afternoon: Get Smart

Join us today at 2:00pm for a winter break movie afternoon! 'Get Smart' stars include Steve Carell, Anne Hathaway, and Dwayne Johnson. Bungling secret agent Maxwell Smart, also known as Agent 86 for CONTROL, is on a mission to battle the forces of the evil crime organization known as KAOS. Luckily his more-competent partner, simply known as Agent 99, leads Maxwell in the right direction when the heads of CONTROL apprehensively send him in to thwart the plot for world domination in this comedy. Registration is requested.

Teen Video Games, from 2-4pm TODAY!!

Come play video games, hang out with friends, and meet new ones. Try your hand at Rock Band, Super Smash Brothers, and more! Registration is requested. See you there!

Perks of Being a Wallflower - Featured Title

Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky - This classic book tells the story of Charlie, an awkward and introspective teenager who is navigating the difficult terrain of young love, high school, and growing up. Readers will experience the world of mix tapes, high school dances, the Rocky Horror Picture Show, and the strength of family bonds. Throughout each difficult experience, Charlie learns to "participate" in life and live each moment fully.

Charlie's letters to an anonymous person read like a journal and most are hilariously bittersweet and truly honest. This book is sure to resonate with teen and adult readers alike, and is recommended for grades 9 and up.

Upcoming Teen Programs!

We've got our teen events posted on ROPL's website, and boy are there some really awesome things happening at the library! To kick off the start of a new year, we'll be having board games on January 8th, from 6:30-8pm. Throughout the months, other events include movies, video games, a winter bash, and even an encore of last year's Anti-Valentine's Day party!

To sign up for these awesome events, visit our website and check out the calendar. We can't wait to see everyone again and we hope you are enjoying the holidays!

Deadville - Featured Title

Deadville by Ron Kortege - Ever since his little sister's death, Ryan has been trying to stay oblivious of the world around him by getting stoned and always listening to loud music through his earphones. But when Charlotte Silano, a popular girl at his high school, falls into a coma due to a tragic horseriding accident, his view on life changes. Though Ryan never knew Charlotte personally, the thought of her being alone in the hospital makes him want to visit her.

Somehow being with Charlotte helps Ryan to snap out of his "zombie-like" attitude towards life. Ryan begins to make better life decisions, is able to cope with losing his sister, and even meets a new girlfriend through his visits with Charlotte at the hospital.

This book is a great read for teens because the story really speaks to teens without sounding fake. Ryan is a believable character who shows a great example of triumph over tragedy. Recommended for grades 9 and up.

Upcoming Teen Books into Movies!

Here are some to look forward to in 2009:

• January 23: Inkheart (book by Cornelia Funke)
• February 6: Coraline (book by Neil Gaiman)
• March 6: Watchmen (graphic novel by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons)
• May 15: Angels and Demons (book by Dan Brown)
• July 10: I Love You, Beth Cooper (book by Larry Doyle)
• July 17: Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (book by J. K. Rowling)
• Cirque du Freak (book by Darren Shan)