Summer@HPL for Teens
Summer@HPL has activities just for teens (ages 12-18)!
REGISTER NOW - It's easy!
Summer@HPL is a FREE eight-week summer program for all ages sponsored by the library and Friends of the Homer Public Library. We offer opportunities for kids, teens, and adults to READ, PLAY, DO, and DISCOVER at the library and beyond! Learn the details HERE.
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| Right now! | Register for Summer@HPL | Everyone! | Register online or stop by the library to sign-up in person. Once registered, you'll receive email reminders to track your reading time. |
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Wednesdays, 4-5:30pm |
3D Avatars: Create & Animate Your Own! | ages 12+ |
“During summer vacation I ... learned the art of animation!” Instructor Amanda Foley will show you how to make an avatar - of yourself, a creature, your friend, or your mom - using Blender (open source software you’ll be able to continue using after the class from home). And the fun doesn’t stop at creating your avatar! You’ll learn how to dress it, make it move, and more!
Registration is required (by phone, in person, by email, or via Facebook). This class will meet on six Wednesdays, 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, and 7/18. |
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DEADLINE 5pm |
Through the Night Lens Photo Contest | ages 12+ |
Are you an aspiring photographer? What does night mean to you here in Homer? Submit your original 'Night' photo to the Through the Night Lens Teen Show at the library. Multiple entries are allowed.
Entries are due with entry form by Saturday, June 16 at 5pm. Library visitors will vote for their favorites until June 27. Winners will be announced Saturday, June 30, and two $25 prizes will be awarded. |
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Thursday, 4-6pm |
Zombie Survival: Corpse Bride movie | recommended for ages 10+ |
Join us for popcorn and the showing of Tim Burton’s zombie-ish movie Corpse Bride. This film is rated PG. FREE @ the library |
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Friday, 1-3pm |
Zombie Survival: Face Camouflage Workshop | ages 12+ |
What happens when the Zombies come to Homer? Will you be ready?
The first line of defense is camouflage. Join Brenda Romanko and learn face painting techniques to disguise your identity in the event of a Zombie attack. |
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Tuesday, time TBA |
Create a Float for the Fourth of July Parade! | all ages |
Tuesday is the day to create our float for the July 4th parade! The float will celebrate reading, our families, our community, and Independence Day! Time to be announced. FREE @ the library |
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Wednesday, time TBA |
Be in the Fourth of July Parade! | all ages |
Be a part of the July 4th community festivities and the library's parade float (which we're creating the day before). Come show your Summer@HPL pride as we march down Pioneer Avenue. (Yes, we'll be throwing candy!) FREE @ HHS |
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Monday, 5pm |
'Brick by Brick' LEGO® Contest | all ages |
Use your imagination and your LEGOs® to dream up a scene, thing, person, creature or....? Contest rules are available HERE or at the library.
Entries are due Monday, July 9th, by 5pm. They will be on display at the library all week! Find out if you created the winning masterpiece at the award ceremony on Saturday, July 14, at 5pm. |
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DEADLINE 5pm |
Own the Story: Flash Fan Fiction | age 12+ |
Have you ever imagined a different ending for one of your favorite books? How about what happens to the characters long after the action ends? Here’s your chance to share your vision! Write a short story (350-500 words) with characters from your favorite novel. One winning entry will be announced on Friday, July 20 and the author will receive a $25 Homer Bookstore gift certificate.
Your name, age, phone #, and email must accompany stories. Submissions are due by email or in person at the library by Monday, July 16, at 5pm. Entries can be emailed to erin@friendshomerlibrary.org. |
| TBA | Interactive Comics w/ author Jason Shiga | ages 10+ | Details coming soon! |
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Friday, 6pm-midnight |
Night @ the Library! | ages 12+ |
Details coming soon!
Registration and parent permission form are required. |
