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Friday, February 28, 2014

Teen events at the Springfield City Library -- March

Friends,
 
March is upon us and with it a round of new programs for teens at the City Library.
 
Teen Chess Club at Forest Park
Introducing our new Chess Club for teens and tweens! Beginners and advanced players are welcome! The club
will meet on the first and third Wednesday of the month, 3:00-4:00 PM. Call 263-6843 for info.
 
Zumba Fitness at Brightwood
Zumba! Come join us for an hour-long fitness program with a licensed Zumba instructor. 5:15 on the first Tuesday of the month. This program is for all ages and classes will be taught at appropriate levels of exertion. Call 263-6805 for info.
 
DIY: Celebrate Teen Tech Week!
Try out our new mobile lab of MacPro laptops and learn to do a fun creative project using Photoshop Elements, iMovie, or another application. East Springfield – Wed. March 12, 5:00-6:30; Forest Park – Thurs. March 13, 3:00-5:00; Mason Square – Fri. March 14, 3:00-5:00; Central Library – Sat. March 15, 1:30-3:00. Call the branch or Martha at 263-6828 x425 for info.
 
Anime and Manga Club at Indian Orchard
Chat about your favorite manga and anime! Crafts, snacks and conversation. Drop in at any time. Open to tweens and teens; suggested ages 10 to 14. Second Thursday of the month (March 13) 4:00-5:00. Call 263-6846 for info.
 
Chess Meet-and-Greet at Mason Square
Are you a chess grandmaster, new to the game, or don’t know a knight from a pawn? All ages and levels of players are welcome at our Chess Meet-and-Greet. Newcomers can learn the basic rules of the game, and more experienced players can learn openings to improve their play. We’ll be raffling off 7 chess sets, and will have exotic boards on display. Saturday March 15, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM. Call 263-6853 for info.
 
Teen Spa at the Library!
If you can’t visit an expensive spa to revive your winter spirits, spend an afternoon at our teen spa at the library! Perhaps you
can create a scented spray for your hair or a soothing lotion or gentle scrub for dry skin; you will be able to enjoy a refreshing smoothie made with fresh, tasty ingredients. Central Library – Wed. March 19, 4:00-5:30; Brightwood – Thurs. March 20, 3:00-5:00; Indian Orchard – Sat. March 22, 1:00-2:30 PM. Call 263-6828 x425 for info.
 
Explore Unseen Realms with Psychic Kathi Munson – Sixteen Acres Branch Library
Meet a local psychic and medium and hear about her experiences. Explore the world of spirits, spirit animals, the Tarot, and angels and find out if you might have a gift of psychic insight. Sat. March 22, 11:30-1:00. Call 263-6858 for info.
 
Sci-Fi Book Club at East Forest Park
Are you a teen or tween who likes to read science fiction? Come join other sci-fi fans once a month to discuss your favorite books. First up is Divergent by Veronica Roth. You can sign up ahead of time or just drop in. Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk. Fourth Saturday of the month starting March 22, 12:00 – 1:00 PM. Call 263-6836 for info.

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