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Star Wars Trivia

Main Library
VCPL Teen Space
Thursday, April 19 6:00 pm to 7:15 pm

Registration Required.

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Ages 12 - 18: Whether you're a Padawan or a Sith, test your knowledge of the Star Wars universe. Trivia will cover episodes I through VIII and Rogue One.
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Community Gaming Initiative

Main Library
Lifelong Learning Center
Saturday, April 21 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm

All ages: Calling all gamers. Interested in tabletop, role playing or card gaming? Explore new games, play old favorites and challenge new people.
Kids, Adults, Teens
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3rd Annual Fandom Prom

Main Library
Meeting Rooms A, B, C & D
Friday, April 27 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm

Registration Required.

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Ages 12- 18: Are you a Jedi, a Whovian or something else entirely? Break out your best fandom-inspired costume and celebrate as your favorite character at the 3rd Annual Fandom Prom. Dance the night away with your friends or hit up the game room for tabletop and card gaming. Cosplay is encouraged, but please leave your realistic weapons at home. Prizes will be awarded for Scariest, Funniest, Best Duo/Group and Best Individual Costumes. Pick up begins promptly at 8:30pm. Please register all participants separately.
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Día Festival of Nations

Main Library
Youth Services Program Room
Sunday, April 29 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm

All ages: Travel around the world with Dia Festival of Nations, a national celebration to promote literacy in all cultures. Have your passport stamped as you journey from booth to booth and learn about the arts and crafts, traditions and cultures of other countries.
Kids, Adults, Teens
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Wabash Valley Coder Dojo

Main Library
Haute Create
Saturday, May 5 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Registration Required.

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Ages 7-17: Learn to code, build a website, create an app or a game and explore technology in an informal, creative and social environment.
Kids, Kids Computer Class, Computer Classes, Teens, Teen Computer Class

Youth Service Picks

Furry Logic: The Physics of Animal Life

by Matin Durrani & Liz Kalaugher

Furry Logic is a fascinating look at the behavior of animals through two scientific lenses - biology and physics. Each chapter focuses on a different aspect of physics, such as heat, light, or electricity and contains several stories that show how animals use those forces to survive and reproduce. My favorite was the story of Japanese honeybees, who use the body heat from hundreds of workers to prevent an attack from giant hornets.

The book is great for anyone who is interested in animals or physics but might be intimidated by the thought of lots of scientific terminology. The authors' humorous tone and obvious love of nature keep this from reading at all like a textbook. It's a very fun way to learn about why and how animals do what they do.

Suggested By:

Taylor.,

April, 2017

Non Fiction

Book

Young Adult

Star Wars Ahsoka

by E.K. Johnston

Following the rise of Emperor Palpatine and the devastation of the Jedi Order, Ahsoka Tano is on the run. The Empire is hunting down any potential Force users and, while she is assumed dead, the former Padawan of Anakin Skywalker soon finds that no place in the galaxy is truly safe for her- or the friends she makes.

While there are still plenty of exciting events, the book features a little less straight-forward action than fans of Ahsoka and her signature twin lightsabers might expect. Instead, readers get to see her use all the other skills shes accumulated over the years. Tension builds as Ahsoka weighs her need to stay hidden against using her powers to help people, learns of the growing rebellion against the Empire, and contemplates her role in that rebellion.

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Taylor.,

February, 2017

Adventure

Other

Science Fiction

Book

Young Adult

Any Given Number: The Ultimate Sports Debate: Who Wore it Best, from 00 to 99

by Syken, Bill

Who was the greatest athlete to wear the number 23? How about number 7? This book attempts to answer that question for every number, from double zero to 99. For some numbers, the choice is easy; not many people can challenge Michael Jordan. It's much tougher for other numbers. How do you compare players like Mickey Mantle and John Elway, who played different sports in different decades? More than just a list, for each number the book details all the contenders and explains why the winner was selected. You'll also learn why some players chose their number and other interesting trivia. Like any sports debate, you're sure to agree with some picks and disagree with others, and it's sure to spark some conversation among you and your friends. You might even learn about some lesser known athletes; would you have guessed the best at 61 was Curley Culp?

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Taylor.,

December, 2016

Children

Non Fiction

Book

Children

The 5th Wave

by Rick Yancey

Cassie Sullivan survived the first four waves by being luckier, smarter, and better equipped to deal with the harshness of post-civilization Earth than many around her, but can she outrun the fifth wave that promises to break across the land? Her only choice is to try, because if she falters it might be the end for her younger brother, Sam. Each wave of the attack requires a new skill, renewed vigilance, and pushes the limits of humanity among survivors. Cassie's only chance to save her brother and herself is to trust in a boy who won't share his secrets and may not be who he claims. The 5th Wave sets the stage for a prolonged look at humanity and its' struggle to remain civilized in unconventional times as we follow Cassie and companions through the Midwest and beyond.

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Taylor.,

December, 2016

Adventure

Children

Science Fiction

Book

Children

The Nest

by Kenneth Oppell

Steves parents just had a new baby named Theo. Steve loves his new brother, but hes worried; Theo is very sick and the doctors cant seem to figure out what is wrong. After he is stung by a wasp, Steve begins having strange dreams. The beings in his dreams promise to fix Theo, but Steve soon begins to suspect their motives are not so friendly. This book has some spine-tingling moments for anyone with a fear of bugs, but it may also change your perspective on family and what it means to be broken.

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Taylor.,

October, 2016

Horror

Other

Suspense

Book

Children

Lost Stars

by Claudia Gray

Young friends Thane and Ciena witness their mutual affection grow, even while Imperial might and Rebel resistance pull them in opposite directions. From their early days learning to pilot together on Jelucan to training at the Imperial Academy on Coruscant, Lost Stars explores how personal connections are strained when political lines draw down around these characters, sending them on adventures that will change alliances and hearts. Gray maneuvers within George Lucas' established timeline to link events from original trilogy series with Lost Stars' expansive plot. Doing so, she creates a powerful Star Wars story that connects the first six films with the newest addition, The Force Awakens, with new characters and perspectives showing a side of galactic conflict readers will find surprisingly fresh.

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Taylor.,

October, 2016

Adventure

Science Fiction

Book

Young Adult

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.

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Taylor.,

August, 2016

Children

Book

Children

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:

Taylor.,

August, 2016

Children

Comedy

Book

Children

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Community Gaming Initiative

Main Library

LifeLong Learning Center

Saturday, July 21 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Calling all gamers! If you're interested in tabletop, role playing, or card gaming, stop by between 12-4 pm to explore new games, play old favorites, and challenge new people. Feel free to bring your favorite games (PG-13, please). Open to community members of all ages and skills.

Wabash Valley Coder Dojo

Main Library

Haute Create

Saturday, August 4 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Registration Required.

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Ages 7-17: Learn to code, build a website, create an app or a game and explore technology in an informal, creative and social environment.

Teen Advisory Board

Main Library

Collaborative Space 6

Thursday, August 9 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm

The Teen Advisory Board is responsible for helping to plan teen programs and volunteering at many library events. If you are a teen and would like to join the Teen Advisory Board, contact Eric Alsip at ealsip@vigo.lib.in.us or call him at (812) 232-1113 x 2275.

Community Gaming Initiative

Main Library

LifeLong Learning Center

Saturday, August 18 12:30 pm to 4:30 pm

Wabash Valley Coder Dojo

Main Library

Haute Create

Saturday, September 1 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Registration Required.

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Ages 7-17: Learn to code, build a website, create an app or a game and explore technology in an informal, creative and social environment.

Wabash Valley Coder Dojo

Main Library

Haute Create

Saturday, October 6 10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Registration Required.

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Ages 7-17: Learn to code, build a website, create an app or a game and explore technology in an informal, creative and social environment.

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