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    Star Field with Star Wars Trivia Information

    Star Wars Trivia

    Star Field
    Main Library
    VCPL Teen Space
    Wednesday, September 28
    6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
    Grades 6-12: Who knows the most about the galaxy far, far, away? Compete in teams of up to 4 to answer questions covering the classic trilogy up to the most recent release.
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    Cover: Forbidden Island with Game Night Information

    Game Night: Forbidden Island

    Cover: Forbidden Island
    Main Library
    VCPL Teen Space
    Wednesday, October 5
    6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
    Grades 6-12: Play with, rather than against, your friends in this cooperative game.  Race to escape with all four pieces of the treasure before the island sinks.
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    Craft Supplies with After School Fun Zone Information

    After School Funzone

    Craft Supplies
    West Branch
    West Branch Meeting Rooms A & B
    Thursday, October 6
    3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
    Children and teens come to relax afterschool with fun games, crafts, and activities. Please call (812)-235-2121 for additional information.Join us this week for mask making!
    Kids, Teens
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    Strawberry in Chocolate with Don't Miss the Chocolate Information

    Don't Miss the Chocolate!

    Strawberry in Chocolate
    West Branch
    Wednesday, October 12
    6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
    Dunk, drizzle and drip with Baesler's Market and their chocolate fountain.  Strawberries, pretzels and sprinkles will be on hand to decorate and enjoy.
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    Masquerade Masks with Teen Murder Mystery Information

    Teen Murder Mystery

    Masquerade Masks
    West Branch
    Friday, October 14
    6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
    Registration Required.
    Click here to register online.
    Eat, drink, and make murder! At a Masquerade Ball hosted by a prominent citizen, you'll enjoy dinner, beverages, and investigate the crime of the year.  Registration is requested. This free after-hours event will be held at the West Terre Haute branch and will begin at 6 pm. Pick-up begins promptly at 8:30 pm.
    Teens
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Rodeo Red by Maripat Perkins
Rodeo Red by Maripat Perkins
Rodeo Red
by Maripat Perkins

Rodeo Red only needed her faithful companion Rusty the hound dog. When Sideswiping Slim comes into the picture there is a disturbance at the ranch because Slim becomes attached to Rusty. Rodeo Red soon has to figure out a plan that will reunite her with her hound dog without upsetting the Sheriff and her Deputy. This book is great to read out loud and shows some of the struggle that can occur when there are other kids to share with.

Suggested By: 
Hilary W.., 
August, 2016
Children
Book
Children
Whoppers: History’s Most Outrageous Lies and Liars by Christine Seifert
Whoppers: History’s Most Outrageous Lies and Liars by Christine Seifert
Whoppers: History’s Most Outrageous Lies and Liars
by Christine Seifert

Have you ever tried to sell someone the Eifel Tower? Have you ever tried to convince people that you gave birth to a bunch of rabbits? Have you ever told people that your house was haunted? If not, you might just be shocked by some of the tall tales documented in this book. You’ll find four major types of liars here: people who made up impossible stories, tried to cheat people out of money, pretended to be someone they weren’t, and people who made claims about supernatural events. Each lie is described in just a few pages and is accompanied by interesting related facts and humorous illustrations so it’s a fast, fun read.

Suggested By: 
Eric A., 
August, 2016
Non Fiction
Book
Young Adult
Carnivores by Aaron Reynolds
Carnivores by Aaron Reynolds
Carnivores
by Aaron Reynolds

What are a lion, a shark, and a wolf to do? Can they change their carnivorous ways? This Young Hoosier book starts with the disclaimer “No herbivores were injured, physically or emotionally in the making of this product…” Three misunderstood friends of the animal kingdom band together to try share their feelings and try to reform from their hungry ways. Can they get the other animals to like them and not be afraid of them? Read this clever and humorous book to see if they succeed in changing or simply come to accept themselves.

Suggested By: 
Dora G., 
August, 2016
Children
Comedy
Book
Children
Extremely Cute Animals Operating Heavy Machinery by David Gordon
Extremely Cute Animals Operating Heavy Machinery by David Gordon
Extremely Cute Animals Operating Heavy Machinery
by David Gordon

What happens when bullies repeatedly knock down a sand castle? Find out when Karen and her extremely cute and extremely supportive friends take matter into their own hands…with the help of HEAVY MACHINERY! This book is a good story of standing up for yourself but not holding a grudge. EXTREMELY well done!

Suggested By: 
Dora G., 
August, 2016
Children
Comedy
Book
Children
The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau
The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau
The City of Ember
by Jeanne DuPrau

When the city of Ember was first built, it sat atop overflowing vaults filled with provisions that would see the citizens through many years. Now, 200 years later, supplies are running out: light bulbs are hoarded against the darkness, colored pencils cost several dollars a piece, and even certain canned foods are growing scarce. Lina and Doon are classmates who come to see the dire situation Ember's inhabitants face once they're forced into adulthood and work. Are there answers hidden in Doon's soggy sewers or whispers for Lina to hear as she runs messages between the city's elite? DuPrau's story moves swiftly and sweeps readers into this mysterious adventure like the river rushing beneath Ember.

Suggested By: 
Taylor., 
August, 2016
Adventure
Children
Book
Children
Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics by Chris Grabenstein
Mr. Lemoncello's Library Olympics by Chris Grabenstein
Mr. Lemoncello’s Library Olympics
by Chris Grabenstein

Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library introduced us to a group of 12 year old competitors ready to answer Mr. Lemoncello’s challenge: escape from the library and win epic prizes. Now, the rest of the nation wants in on the competition! Teams from around the United States have descended on Alexandriaville for Mr. Lemoncello’s Library Olympics. Will Kyle Keeley and his team take the gold once again? Read to find out!

Suggested By: 
Brittany M., 
June, 2016
Adventure
Children
Book
Children
The Airport Book
The Airport Book
The Airport Book
by Lisa Brown

A little boy and his family are taking a trip to visit relatives. This is the first time he has flown. He is a little nervous but her family assures her that he will be fine. This book explains the process from arriving at the airport to waiting to board the plane at the gate. It explains the safety measures that must be taken when the little boy has boarded the air craft, the landing, and what happens when the family exits the plane.

This book is a good read. The author does a great job in explaining the procedures in going to the airport and getting on a plane. This book will make the process of flying less scary for children who have never been on a plane. The illustrations are excellent and the book is written with simple text that young children will be able to understand. I highly recommend this book to all children but especially to children that will be flying for the first time.

Suggested By: 
Virgel R.., 
June, 2016
Children
Non Fiction
Book
Children
The Port Chicago 50 by Steve Sheinkin
The Port Chicago 50 by Steve Sheinkin
The Port Chicago 50
by Steve Sheinkin

Port Chicago is a Naval base near San Francisco, used during World War II to load bombs onto ships. This book tells the story of a group of African-American soldiers assigned to Port Chicago amdid the racism that existed in the Navy. While the young men were initially excited at the chance to serve their country, they come to find that African-American soldiers are often given boring, dangerous assignments like Port Chicago. After unsafe conditions lead to a deadly explosion, the men refuse to return to the base and are eventually charged with mutiny.

The book does a great job helping the reader get to know the men personally, especially Joe Small, who became the de facto leader at Port Chicago despite the discrimination that prevented him from being officially recognized. Although the themes of racism and discrimination are all too familiar, this is a fascinating story that deserves a wide audience.

Suggested By: 
Eric A.., 
June, 2016
Historical
Non Fiction
Book
Young Adult
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