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Guys Rule the Library (for one night)!

2010-03-19T20:19:00.000-05:00

Friday night was guys night at the library. More than 15 guys stayed for an after-hours gaming/pizza party. Check out all the fun we had in this slide show and check in at the library for our next gaming event.

Looking for a Good Cry?

2010-03-17T09:27:00.007-05:00

Miley Cyrus is in a new movie called The Last Song. This movie is based on a book by Nicholas Sparks, the author of tearjerkers like A Walk to Remember, The Notebook and Dear John.

Miley was such a big fan of A Walk to Remember with Mandy Moore that she wanted to star in a similar movie. She contacted Nicholas Sparks and he agreed to write a book and a movie with Miley in mind as the main character. And the rest is history! Before you see the movie, check out the book!

Reserve your copy today!

It's Here: Twilight Saga: Eclipse Trailer

2010-03-12T13:09:00.003-06:00

The new movie trailer for the third Twilight movie Eclipse has been released. Edward or Jacob? Life or Afterlife? Bella has a lot of decisions to make!

If you are itching for a Twilight fix, the New Moon film will be released on March 20 and the Twilight Graphic Novel will be released March 16. Be the first to check these items out by putting a hold on them. Stop by the Youth Services desk or access your account online.

Get Green!

2010-03-10T11:37:00.003-06:00

No, this isn't about St. Patrick's Day. But while you have green on the brain, check out this great new book at the library: Girls Gone Green by Lynn Hirshfield. This is a great guide for becoming more conscience about the world will live in and what we can do to make it better. It has great advice from some big stars like Hayden Panettiere from Heroes, Ellen Page from Juno and Jessica Lowndes from 90210 but also from regular girls making a difference. Read this book and get inspired. Who knows what you can accomplish!

Got Music?

2010-03-10T11:11:00.008-06:00

Music is everywhere, except on your computer. Today there are so many ways to download music but a lot of the sites on the Internet can get you into a lot of trouble. Here are some recommendations for some great sites that not only allow you to download your favorites songs, they also help organize, recommend and share music with your friends. Check them out!

www.grooveshark.com

www.pandora.com

www.lala.com

www.myspace.com/music

Team Jacob? Check out this book!

2010-02-22T20:02:00.006-06:00

Are you a werewolf fan or just looking for the next great supernatural romance? Shiver by Maggie Stiefvater is an exciting romantic story of Grace and Sam. For Grace, one yellow-eyed wolf is a chilling presence in the woods behind her house. During winter, Sam lives in the frozen woods and the silent company of a fearless girl. In summer, he lives a few precious months as a human. Soon, Grace and Sam find themselves risking everything to remain together. Reserve your copy today.

Check Out Dale MacHale's New Series Morpheus Road

2010-02-17T15:48:00.008-06:00

Are you a fan of the Pendragon series or just looking for a new series? This creepy, suspenseful new book of Dale MacHale is definitely something to check out when its released in April. Here's the synopsis:

"Marshall Seaver is being haunted. In the first installment of this chillingly compelling trilogy, sixteen-year-old Marshall discovers that something beyond our world is after him. The eerie clues pile up quickly, and when people start dying, it’s clear whatever this is it’s huge."

Click here to read an excerpt

Just a Taste for Hunger Games Fans

2010-02-13T10:26:00.010-06:00

The final chapter in the Hunger Games trilogy won't be out until late August. But Scholastic has released the cover art and title of the new book. The latest installment is entitled Mockingjay and features the infamous bird on a light blue cover. This is quite a difference from the more somber colors and images used for the first two books. Does this mean there is hope for Katniss, Peeta, Haymitch and the rest of Panem?

We will just have to wait until August to see. In the mean time, stop by the library to reread your favorites or ask a librarian about similar books to satisfy your Hunger Games needs.

Come for the gelato, stay for the fun!

2010-02-10T15:30:00.004-06:00

Our Anti-Valentine's Day Poetry Slam just got a little bit sweeter. Forest Park's Paciugo Gelato has generously denoted some delicious gelato for our program tomorrow. Come to the library to celebrate Valentine's Day in a whole new way! Click here to find out more!

Celebrate the Year of the Tiger

2010-02-08T20:14:00.005-06:00

The Forest Park Public Library will be celebrating the Chinese New Year during our own festival on Saturday, February 20 at 2 p.m. Join us to learn how to make Chinese characters, use chopsticks and make a New Year craft. Register here or stop by the Youth Services Desk.

Anti-Valentine's Day Poetry Slam

2010-02-08T19:52:00.006-06:00

Is love in the air for you? No? Good! Maybe this isn't going to be the best Valentine's Day but we can still have fun. Come to the the FPPL Teen Cafe on Thursday, February 11 at 6 p.m. to celebrate the anti-Valentine's Day. We will be getting all our angst out with a poetry slam, snacks and games. Register here.

Tween Night @ the Harrison St. Cafe

2010-02-03T14:09:00.004-06:00

Calling all tweens! Head over to the Harrison St. Cafe this Saturday, February 6 or Saturday, February 20 for a fun night. Harrison St. Cafe will be offering food, drinks and music from DJ Skip. Tell you friends and come out for a great time!

Who: Tweens (ages 12-14)
When: Saturday, Feb 6 or Feb 20
Where: Harrison St. Cafe (7300 Harrison St. in Forest Park)
Admission: Student ID and $12 (includes food and drinks)

Would I Lie to You?

2010-01-31T15:09:00.005-06:00

We would never lie to you about the next Lauren Conrad book. The second book in the L.A. Candy series is being released in February. Find out about the continuing drama of Jane, Scarlett, Madison and Gaby. Or you can catch up with the girls and the glamour in Lauren's first book L.A. Candy.

To tide you over, click on Lauren's book site to learn more about Lauren, try some fun L.A. Candy quizzes and much more!

2010-01-31T14:46:00.001-06:00

The Coretta Scott King Award is given to an African American author and an African American illustrator for outstanding inspirational and education contributions that promote the life and works of Mrs. King and her husband, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. This year's award was given to:

Author Winner:
Bad News for Outlaws:
The Remarkable Life of Bass Reeves, Deputy U.S. Marshal
by Vaunda Micheaux Nelson

Illustrator Winner:
My People
Illustrated by Charles R. Smith Jr.

Other 2010 Coretta Scott King honors and awards:

Author Honor:
Mare's War
by Tanita S. Davis

Illustrator Honor:
The Negro Speaks of Rivers
by Langston Hughes and illustrated by E.B. Lewis

2010 Coretta Scott King/John Steptoe New Talent Author Award:
The Rock and The River
by Kekla Magoon

2010 Coretta Scott King–Virginia Hamilton Award for Lifetime Achievement: Walter Dean Myers

It's On: Brawl Tournament

2010-01-27T12:15:00.004-06:00

FPPL is holding a Wii Super Mario Bros. Brawl Tournament on Thursday, February 4 at 4 p.m. Tell your friends and sign up today. May the best Wii Brawler win!

A Twilight Dream Come True

2010-01-22T17:33:00.007-06:00

Stephanie Meyer hasn't decided to publish Midnight Sun but this is the next best thing. Twilight will be released as a graphic novel. Stephanie Meyer has teamed up with comics artist Young Kim to create a manga style comics adaptation of the best selling novel. The book will be released on March 16.

Check It Out: Going Bovine by Libba Bray

2010-01-18T18:18:00.014-06:00

The American Library Association has named the novel Going Bovine the annual Michael L. Printz Award winner for 2010. This award is given to an excellent teen book from the past year. And lucky for you, the Forest Park Public Library has it ready for you to check out.

Here's a summary: Cameron Smith, a disaffected sixteen year-old who, after being diagnosed with Creutzfeld Jakob's (aka mad cow) disease, sets off on a road trip with a death-obsessed video gaming dwarf he meets in the hospital in an attempt to find a cure.

Also, check out the 2010 Michale L. Printz Award Honor Books:

Charles and Emma: The Darwins’ Leap of Faith by Deborah Heiligman

Once Charles Darwin sets his rational mind to marry the religious Emma Wedgeworth, they both must take a leap of faith in order to build a life together.

The Monstrumologist by Rick Yancey

Will Henry, orphan and assistant to a monstrumologist, races against time to save his town (and himself) from the anthropophagi, a pod of monstrous creatures who prey on humans.

Punkzilla by Adam Rapp

Fourteen-year-old runaway Jamie, homeless and strung out, embarks on a harrowing journey to reach his dying brother.

Tales of the Madman Underground: An Historical Romance, 1973 by John Barnes

Karl Shoemaker wants to begin his senior year with a new identity separate from his counseling group, his alcoholic mother and the legacy of his dead father.

Tax Forms Update

2010-01-18T16:19:00.002-06:00

We've just received Illinois Income Tax Forms (IL-1040), along with instructions booklets. We also just received booklets with the Form 1363 "Circuit Breaker" and instructions. Check for them in the display next to the Reference Office.

Anime Critics & Manga Discussion Group

2010-01-17T15:13:00.006-06:00

Join us for our monthly Anime & Manga group on Thursday, January 21 at 4 p.m. Nominate your favorite shows, books, characters, movies and more for this year's Golden Pocky Awards!

Make It a Yoga New Year

2010-01-11T17:31:00.002-06:00

Ever wanted to get into yoga? Forest Park's own Dahn Yoga will be holding a "New Year, New You" class to learn about the yoga experience on Saturday, January 23 at 1 p.m. Teens, adults and kids are all welcome! Don't forget to wear comfortable clothing. Click here to register. For more information, stop by the Youth Services Desk.

Funny Video!

2010-01-10T13:51:00.001-06:00

This is such a funny parody of Miley Cyrus' "Party in the USA" song!

Citation Confusion

2010-01-06T18:56:00.006-06:00

Winter break is over and it is back to school. We know there are a lot of papers and projects due soon and it can seem overwhelming--especially concerning citations and bibliographies. But don't worry, there is help available! You can always come into the library to find sources to help you with papers or ask a librarian for help. But if you can't make it in, be sure to check out this useful site NoodleTools: Noodle Bib Express. This site contains all the major citation styles (MLA, APA and Chicago) in an easy to use format that make it nearly mistake proof. Why stress when citations can be so easy?

Can You Believe the Year is Over???

2009-12-21T18:52:00.007-06:00

2009 has been such an awesome year. We are slowing down on programs during the holidays, but don't worry, we will be back in 2010 with some more cool things for you. Here are five reasons to keep coming to the library in the New Year:

1. Rock in the New Year: Family Rock Band (Monday, January 4 @ 6 p.m.)
Bring the whole family and some food to our potluck Rock Band extravaganza.

2. Mario Kart Tournament (Thursday, January 7 @4 p.m.)
Battle your friends in an attempt to win an FYE gift card.

3. Pop Culture Wars Trivia Contest (Thursday, January 14 @ 6 p.m.)
This super fun game is coming back for a second year. Bring your friends and your knowledge of movies, stars, fashions, books, etc. from 2009 to win fabulous prizes and bragging rights.

4. Anime Critics & Manga Discussion Group: Golden Pocky Awards (Thursday January 21 @ 4 p.m.)
It's that time of year again! Nominate your favorite manga and anime characters, books, and shows. Come to the meeting to find out the winners of this year's Golden Pockies.

5. Madden Madness Superbowl Pre-Party (Thursday, January 28 @ 6 p.m.)
It's not clear who will be in the Superbowl this year but we know that you should be at the library the Thursday before the big game. We will have snacks, football themed games and more!

Happy holidays and a happy new year!!!

How Do I Do That?

2009-12-17T20:16:00.004-06:00

Don't be shy, you can do it! There's a reason no one ever reads the instruction manual. Ho. Hum. That's why the video how-to site Howcast is such a gem. It breaks from its more staid counterparts, such as eHow, by injecting a necessary dose of humor. Come here to learn "how to compliment a woman," "how to furnish a dorm room without spending a fortune," and "how to dance without embarrassing yourself." Each video is rated — often by thousands of members — so you won't waste bandwidth on the boring ones.

Vlogs, Vlogs, Vlogs, Vlogs, Vlogs, Vlogs, Vlogs, Vlogs, Vlogs, Vlogs!

2009-12-17T18:16:00.007-06:00

Did you miss "David after the Dentist" when it came out? If you've ever been stung by being out-of-the-loop, then this is the vlog for you. Every other week or so, "researchers" from the thoroughly tongue-in-cheek Rocketboom Institute for Internet Studies explain what's funny on the Web and why — so you can be 1337 and have a life too.