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U6 : The New York Public Library UpRoar
U7 : Free Programs March–May 2012
Be There: Special Programs for Teens
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Beautiful Bling Take inspiration from historic accessories to
create a one-of-a-kind fashion statement. See Make Jewelry with
Jennifer Jacobs.
Blockbuster Books*
Make it a blockbuster spring with the Library!
Create a book trailer using music and more. Write
a script, shoot the film, and edit it all together.
BRONX :: Baychester Tues, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 4 p.m.
Break!
See Rokafella and QuikStep share their breakdancing
skills, then learn how to move and pop
your body!
BRONX :: Hunt’s Point Tues, Apr 10, 17, 24; 4 p.m.
MANHATTAN :: Webster Wed, Apr 4; 4 p.m.
College and Career Fair
Learn about the college-admissions process,
resumes, job interviews, and more. Check out
a free Kaplan SAT class and meet representatives
from local colleges; get interviewing tips from
communications expert Stephanie Hunt; and
talk to professionals in such fields as publishing
and the performing arts.
MANHATTAN :: Bloomingdale Tues, Apr 17; 3:30 p.m.
College 101 with Kaplan
Learn the basics of getting the top test scores,
getting into college, and getting the cash to pay
for it. This workshop, led by staff from Kaplan,
also includes tips on writing personal statements.
MANHATTAN :: Mulberry Street Wed, May 2; 4 p.m.
A Day with Clay*
Spend a day grooving and sculpting your very
own clay creations!
BRONX :: Eastchester Mon, Apr 9; 4 p.m.
MANHATTAN :: Yorkville Mon, Apr 30; 3:30 p.m.
STATEN ISLAND :: Port Richmond Mon, May 18; 3:30 p.m.
Richmondtown Mon, Mar 19; 4 p.m.
F–2–F: Say It Smart
“LOL” doesn’t work as well in real-life situations
as it does online. Learn everything you need
to succeed socially, from handshakes and body
language to personal appearance. Don’t hide
your avatar—become it!
BRONX :: Belmont Thurs, Apr 19; 5 p.m.
Bronx Library Center Tues, Apr 3; 3:30 p.m.
Fierce and Fabulous Fashion*
West African traditions meet New York styles in
this fun fashion workshop. Vickie Freemont
provides the tools you need to create your own
T-shirt, bag, or bracelet.
BRONX :: Riverdale Thurs, Mar 15, 29; 4 p.m.
Financial Aid 101
A Kaplan representative covers the basics of financial
aid, including the different types of awards and how
to apply for aid.
MANHATTAN :: Countee Cullen Mon, Mar 12; 4 p.m.
Flip-Flop Fabulous*
Tired of the same old sandals? Decorating diva
Pamela Isaac demonstrates how to add your
personal style to everyday shoes.
BRONX :: Francis Martin Tues, May 29; 4 p.m.
STATEN ISLAND :: Richmondtown Thurs, May 17; 4 p.m.
Go Green: Found Art Jewelry with
Pamela Isaac*
Recycle old favorites into new pieces! Create a
bracelet, necklace, or other accessory out of everyday
objects.
MANHATTAN :: Mulberry Street Wed, Mar 14; 4 p.m.
Healthy Relationships: What’s Love Got
to Do with It?
Thinking about dating? Have you already connected
with that special someone? Bring your questions
to relationship expert Mara Gottlieb. She’ll answer
questions about first dates, first love, and everything
in between.
MANHATTAN :: Hamilton Fish Park Thurs, May 17; 3 p.m.
Interviewing for Success
You’re in the door...now what? Learn how to handle
yourself in different types of job interviews. Get the
skills you need—from how to prepare for all types
of questions to how to close the deal—to succeed.
BRONX :: Bronx Library Center Tues, Apr 17; 3:30 p.m.
Learn to Dance with the Annabella
Gonzalez Dance Theater
Join performers from the Annabella Gonzalez
Dance Theater as they demonstrate a variety of
contemporary dance steps with Latin flair. Let the
music and rhythm inspire you to move!
BRONX :: Edenwald Mon, Apr 23; 3:30 p.m.
Learn to Knit*
Drop 1, purl 2! Make a hat, scarf, pot holder, and
more. Spin a yarn with your friends while you create.
BRONX :: Baychester Tues, Mar 6, 13, 20; 4 p.m.
Make African Head Wraps with the House
of Tafari Collection*
Do your hair up right! Style maven Imani shows
you how to use gorgeous fabrics and African styles
to highlight your hair.
MANHATTAN :: Schomburg Center for Research in Black
Culture Sat, Mar 3; 4 p.m.
Make Jewelry with Jennifer Jacobs*
Make something with that extra sparkle! Use
marbles and wire to make hip and funky bracelets,
necklaces, and more. Jennifer’s work has been
featured at Barneys New York, so you know it’s
fashion forward!
BRONX :: Pelham Bay Mon, Apr 9; 4:30 p.m.
MANHATTAN :: Chatham Square Mon, Apr 2; 3:30 p.m.
Manga Drawing Workshop with
Misako Rocks*
Learn all about the art of Japanese comics from
manga mistress Misako Rocks. Sketch the basic
faces, bodies, and scenes to create a comic of your
very own.
MANHATTAN :: Fort Washington Wed, Mar 14, 21, 28;
4 p.m.
Mirror Images*
Design and decorate your own handheld mirror. Add
the things that will make you shine even brighter.
MANHATTAN :: Macomb’s Bridge Wed, Mar 21; 4 p.m.
STATEN ISLAND :: South Beach Wed, Apr 4; 4 p.m.
MOMA @ the Library*
Learn about the creative process behind some of the
famous pieces in the museum’s collection, then use
your imagination and produce a new work of art.
BRONX :: Francis Martin Tues, Mar 6, 13, 20; 4 p.m.
Morris Park Tues, May 8, 15, 22; 4 p.m.
MANHATTAN :: Columbus Thurs, Apr 12, 19, 26; 4 p.m.
Jefferson Market Thurs, May 10, 17, 24; 4 p.m.
On the Plate!
Join cooking wizard Jailin Acevedo as she guides you
through baking, chopping, and grilling in the quest
for delicious treats. Before you chow down, check out
NYPL’s Menu Collection and see what people were
eating 100 years ago!
BRONX :: Castle Hill Thurs, May 3; 4 p.m.
Melrose Thurs, May 17; 4 p.m.
Van Cortlandt Fri, Mar 16; 4 p.m.
MANHATTAN :: Battery Park City Thurs, May 10; 4 p.m.
George Bruce Tues, Apr 10; 4 p.m.
Harlem Fri, May 18; 3:30 p.m.
Ottendorfer Wed, Apr 18; 4 p.m.
STATEN ISLAND :: Great Kills Tues, May 8; 3:30 p.m.
Presenting: You!
What does your appearance say about you? Find
out how to make a good first impression and keep
yourself on top.
BRONX :: Bronx Library Center Tues, Apr 10; 3:30 p.m.
IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF FRANKENSTEIN
SAVE THE DATE!
SAT Practice Test
Get the SAT experience by taking part in a proctored
practice test with a Kaplan representative. See where
your scores are high and where you need use a boost.
MANHATTAN :: Countee Cullen Mon, Mar 5; 4 p.m.
SAT Test Secrets
Test smarter! In this one-hour session, a Kaplan
representative shares test-taking strategies and
reviews the format of today’s standardized tests.
Get a study plan for success!
MANHATTAN :: Mulberry Street Wed, Apr 11; 4 p.m.
Spa-aahhh Time*
Need a day to pamper yourself? Want to make a gift
for a special someone? Learn how to make your own
bath salts, lip balms, shower scrubs, and more in this
scent-ual workshop.
BRONX :: Clason’s Point Tues, Apr 17; 3:30 p.m.
Mosholu Tues, Apr 24; 4 p.m.
MANHATTAN :: Fort Washington Wed, May 9; 4 p.m.
Mary Shelley was only 19 when she wrote
Frankenstein, one of the greatest horror
stories of all time. Find out more about the
author and her poet-husband, Percy Bysshe
Shelley, by visiting NYPL’s new exhibition,
Shelley’s Ghost: The Afterlife of a Poet, which
runs through June 24 at the Stephen A.
Schwarzman Building (see nypl. org/shelley).
For more ways to explore monsters and other
creatures, check out these writing, art, and
theater programs, then produce your own
teen masterpiece.
Going Goth
Discover the dark side of romance with author and poet Nina Malkin.
Explore the Romantic poetry of Percy Bysshe Shelley and the Gothic horror
of Mary Shelley, then write your own poetry and short stories inspired by
monsters, moonlight, and more!
BRONX :: Bronx Library Center Sat, Mar 10, 17, 24, 31; 4 p.m.
Mott Haven Wed, Mar 7; 4 p.m.
Support for Shelley’s Ghost: The Afterlife of a Poet has been generously provided by the Aronson and Pforzheimer Families.
Support for The New York Public Library’s Exhibitions Program has been provided by Celeste Bartos, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III,
Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos and Adam Bartos Exhibitions Fund, and Jonathan Altman.
ANTI-PROM: MONSTER PROM FRI, JUNE 8; 6:30 P.M.
Water Environments
How do we test water? How can you find out
what’s in the water you’re drinking? Test some
water samples and find out what’s really floating
around in there.
BRONX :: Mott Haven Mon, Apr 2; 4 p.m.
Wild @ the Library
Meet Andrew Simmons and his traveling zoo
of pythons, alligators, eagles, and more.
BRONX :: Baychester Tues, Mar 27; 4 p.m.
Morris Park Tues, Mar 20; 4 p.m.
Parkchester Fri, Mar 16; 3:30 p.m.
STATEN ISLAND :: Tottenville Mon, Apr 2; 2:30 p.m.
World Beat and Percussion
Discover your own natural rhythm and make music
with drum diva Dale and her African drums, bongos,
congas, shakers, and more.
BRONX :: Edenwald Mon, May 14; 3:30 p.m.
West Farms Wed, Apr 11; 4 p.m.
MANHATTAN :: Schomburg Center for Research in
Black Culture Sat, May 5; 4 p.m.
Monster Manga
Manga master Ivan Velez helps manga fans sketch basic body shapes,
expressions, and settings for all kinds of creatures, whether they’re inspired
by Frankenstein, vampires, werewolves, or zombies.
BRONX :: Parkchester Thurs, May 3, 10, 17; 3:30 p.m.
Throg’s Neck Thurs, Apr 12, 19, 26; 4 p.m.
MANHATTAN :: Hudson Park Tues, Mar 6; 4 p.m.
Monster-Movie Mash
No slashers here! Jump back to the early days of film and get a laugh instead
of a scream. Use classic bad movies to inspire your own horror masterpiece.
Leave the audience to die—laughing!
BRONX :: Castle Hill Thurs, Apr 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10, 17, 24; 3:30 p.m.
Wakefield Thurs, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 4 p.m.
MANHATTAN :: Hamilton Grange Wed, Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16; 4 p.m.
Stage Fright with Action Racket Theater Labs
Create your own theater performance complete with bellowing, growling,
snarling, and howling—or whatever else the imaginations of Percy and
Mary Shelley inspire. Learn how to project, step, and direct before taking
to the stage for your closing bow.
MANHATTAN :: 125th Street Thurs, May 31; 4 p.m.
*All materials will be provided.