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Teen Zone Programs
May & June 2013

Introduction to Babysitting with Educator Denise Schirmer
Friday, May 24
3:30-7:30 PM Gr. 5-12
Learn the responsibilities of both the sitter and the parents, plus how to handle emergencies and interact with children. Pizza will be served. Please register to save a spot. (This program was rescheduled from April 19.)

Jo's Boxes
Friday, May 31
3:30–4:30 PM Gr. 7-12
Create these origami boxes in different sizes and patterns, thanks to library business manager Jo.

Sun Prints
Friday, June 7
3:30–4:30 PM Gr. 7-12
Leaves, flowers, blades of grass, and sun! Make beautiful prints using cyanotype paper.

Drama with Action Racket Theatre
Friday, June 14
3:30–5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
Actor Lois Kagan Mingus, co-founder of the socially conscious Manhattan-based Action Racket Theatre, will lead participants, encouraging them to "pose their own dramatic and comedic questions," with each participant writing and performing lines.

Teen Summer Kick-Off Party
Friday, June 21
11:30–1:00 PM Gr. 7-12
Button-making & cheesecake.

Teen Zone Programs
July & August 2013

Healthy Eating with Toby Miller
Tuesday, July 9
4:00–5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
In the Teen Zone
Fun food related activities lead up to making a delicious yogurt parfait. Toby Miller is a registered dietician.

Decoupage with Claire
Thursday, July 11
4:00–5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
In the Teen Zone
Select art and text from worn library books to arrange and decoupage. Bring your own small object or help with a table for the Teen Zone. Claire is a library staff member and art student. (Meets every Thursday, except August 8.)

Make a Healthy Snack: Chicken Salad
Tuesday, July 16
4:00-5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
In the Teen Zone
Chop and mix the ingredients for this healthy snack to eat or take home.

Decoupage with Claire
Thursday, July 18
4:00–5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
In the Teen Zone
Select art and text from worn library books to arrange and decoupage. Bring your own small object or help with a table for the Teen Zone. Claire is a library staff member and art student. (Meets every Thursday, except August 8.)

Sports Nutrition with Toby Miller
Tuesday, July 23
4:00–5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
In the Teen Zone
Learn the best foods and snacks for athletes and enjoy an energizing snack. Toby Miller is a registered dietician.

Decoupage with Claire
Thursday, July 25
4:00–5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
In the Teen Zone
Select art and text from worn library books to arrange and decoupage. Bring your own small object or help with a table for the Teen Zone. Claire is a library staff member and art student. (Meets every Thursday, except August 8.)

Make a Healthy Snack: Salsa & Corn Chips
Tuesday, July 30
4:00-5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
In the Teen Zone
Make your own salsa the way you like it! (This was Daniel's fun idea!)

Decoupage with Claire
Thursday, August 1
4:00–5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
In the Teen Zone
Select art and text from worn library books to arrange and decoupage. Bring your own small object or help with a table for the Teen Zone. Claire is a library staff member and art student. (Meets every Thursday, except August 8.)

Make a Healthy Snack: Potato Wedges
Tuesday, August 13
4:00-5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
In the Teen Zone
Move over fries! These oven-roasted potatoes are a real treat.

Decoupage with Claire
Thursday, August 15
4:00–5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
In the Teen Zone
Select art and text from worn library books to arrange and decoupage. Bring your own small object or help with a table for the Teen Zone. Claire is a library staff member and art student. (Meets every Thursday, except August 8.)

Asian Pasta Salad with Hitomi Kihara
Tuesday, August 20
4:00-5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
In the Teen Zone
Make an authentic, healthy and delicious meal. Hitomi Kihara is a registered dietician who loves to cook.

Decoupage with Claire
Thursday, August 22
4:00–5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
In the Teen Zone
Select art and text from worn library books to arrange and decoupage. Bring your own small object or help with a table for the Teen Zone. Claire is a library staff member and art student. (Meets every Thursday, except August 8.)

Make a Healthy Snack: Caesar Salad
Tuesday, August 27
4:00-5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
In the Teen Zone
A cool crisp summer choice to toss and enjoy!

Decoupage with Claire
Thursday, August 29
4:00–5:00 PM Gr. 7-12
In the Teen Zone
Select art and text from worn library books to arrange and decoupage. Bring your own small object or help with a table for the Teen Zone. Claire is a library staff member and art student. (Meets every Thursday, except August 8.)