Teen-A-Palooza

Today, young adults enjoyed our first ever Teen-A-Palooza, a veritable Festivus of gaming 'n' crafting. This extravaganza included Wii-playing, stained glass-painting, DDR-dancing, Guitar Hero-jamming, and, of course, snacking galore.

Evaluation Form Suggestions:
"Making ice cream, more crafts, more games." - Josie R., 6th gr.
"Making key chains." - Gabby G., 7th gr.

Other Comments:
"It was lots of fun." Juan G., 9th gr.
"Awesome." Vanessa P. - 10th gr.
"I love it." Paula V. - 6th gr.

National Children's Book Week

In celebration of National Children's Book Week, families enjoyed Rudy's Chemical Magic Show at the La Puente Library. Teens assisted kids with Thanksgiving-themed projects at both story times this week. Children attending toddler story time created 3 crafts today, to make up for the holiday closure.

YA Thanksgiving Art Activity, La Puente

Yesterday, young Adults created fun votives with a stained glass effect & Thanksgiving-themed centerpieces, at the La Puente Library. We had a total of 16 YAs (and 5 involved parents).

Comments:
"A good program. You learn more & more everyday and the activities are funny." - Ofelia V., 7th grade

Suggestions:
"My friend and I can demonstrate Folklorico dancing." - Melissa L., 11th grade
"Make your own small pinata!" - Tiffany S., 6th grade
"Christmas party!" - Stefany G., 6th grade