Are you burning with desire for the release of New Moon the movie? The anticipation is building for November 20th!! You might be wondering how Jake will look as a wolf and how Bella’s dark gloom will be portrayed on the big screen. If you want some sneak peaks of trailers from the film go to the New Moon website.  You could also reread the book or look up other books about the series.

The Pike Branch of IMCPL is hosting a New Moon Fest on November 17th at 5 pm. There will be New Moon scene dramatic interpretations, the chance learn and share trivia about the making of the movie, and you can even learn how to make yourself glow like a vampire. Come dressed as you favorite vamp or were if you dare!

The Twilight Companion: The Unauthorized Guide to the Series

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

New Moon: The Official Illustrated Movie Companion

What is Veterans’ Day? It’s one of the days each year when we as a Nation honor every person (past and present) that has played some role in the Armed Services. Why do we celebrate Veterans’ Day? It’s just one way of showing our respect and saying “thank you” to the people that put their lives on the line for us. Do you have someone in your family that is a Veteran of a War?  If so what kind of stories and experiences have you heard?
 Did you know there is a difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day?  Yes, there is more than just Governmental and Post Office, Schools, and Banks closing for the day.
 Don’t forget to say a big “THANK YOU” to any Veterans you know and see (friends, family, church, school teachers, etc) and this can be done by either a Thank You note or call, volunteering to do yard or house work, or take them a meal just to name a few.  
 To find out more about Veterans Day check out these websites:
 * Wikipedia: Veterans’ Day 
 * Infoplease: Veterans’ Day

Aislinn has had a special gift all her life.  A gift that is magical, but one that could also put her life in much danger.  Aislinn can see faeries.  Set in a modern day urban environment, Wicked Lovely is the story of Aislinn and the choices she must make not only for herself, but for the survival of the world as we know it.

For most of her life, Aislinn has been told by her grandmother to pretend she cannot see faeries.  Faeries hate being seen by humans, and can often be mischievous and harmful to those who see into their world.  Aislinn has been able keep up the charade until Keenan, the Summer King, enters her life.  Keenan believes Aislinn is meant to be his Summer Queen and help him defeat his mother, the Winter Queen.  Ultimately, Aislinn must choose between Keenan and her best friend and other love interest, Seth.  Teens and adults alike will love reading Aislinn’s story.  In Wicked Lovely, the author does a wonderful job of touching on first love, and the notion that sometimes life will lead you down a path you never expected.

What, Halloween is when? Yes, Halloween is at the end of the week and how ready are you? How do you and your family handle the Halloween issue?  Do you have any special plans like a party of some sort, participating in some form of trick or treating, reading a scary book or watching a horror movie, or maybe just remembering the good old days? So when and how did Halloween start (Link to Wikipedia )? For more information check out some of these other website listed below about activities around Indianapolis along with any myths and maybe you are able to find some answer to your Halloween questions.

Websites:

Link of Halloween activities in Indianapolis Area

Downtown Activities

History & Myths of Halloween

Don’t forget to check out what your local branch has in store for the Halloween and the fall season (like a movie, a special Seasonal story time or party).  If nothing else try one of the titles listed books below.

Titles:

Tempted: An It Girl Novel
by Cecily Von Ziegesar   TEEN FIC VON

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trickery Treat: An Original Novel by Diana G. Gallagher   TEEN FIC GAL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kyle XY: Nowhere To Hide by S. G. Wilkens   TEEN FIC WIL

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

All Hallows’ Eve: 13 Stories by Vivian Vande Velde   TEEN FIC VAN

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Awakening by Kelley Armstrong   TEEN FIC ARM

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

By Nancy A Collins:

Vamps   TEEN FIC COL 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Night Life   TEEN FIC COL 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

After Dark   TEEN FIC COL 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  

 

Jack: Secret Histories by F. Paul Wilson   TEEN FIC WIL

Go on, admit. You read for fun.  We all do. It’s something to do on the bus ride, while you’re waiting on Mom/Dad or a thousand other things. We’re not talking about homework here. This is just sitting down and cracking open a book and immersing yourself in a good story. YALSA (Young Adult Library Services Association) is encouraging teens to read something out of this world with Teen Read Week from October 18-24. This year’s theme is “Read Beyond Reality @ your local library.”

Check out your local branch to see what’s planned for the week. Events range from a bookmark contest, a book review and drawing, “Weird Jeopardy” and more. There should be something for everyone. If that’s not your speed, just pick up a book and read something that you’ve never read before. Stretch yourself, have some fun!

And you can drop a comment below about the books you’ve read. It could be your favorite book of all time. Or one that REALLY sucked. Either way, you’ll be sharing your ideas with others and helping them to read for the fun of it.

See you at the library!