Teen Read Week

October 18-22

Rock to the beat with special teen programs every afternoon at
3:30 p.m. at the Orlando Public Library. Join us for movies, music, gaming and more! Ages 13-18.

Teen Gaming @ OCLS
Hiawassee Branch: Monday, October 4, 6 p.m.
Washington Park Branch: Wednesday, October 6, 6 p.m.
Southeast Branch: Tuesday, October 19, 6:30 p.m.
North Orange Branch: Wednesday, October 20, 3 p.m.
South Trail Branch: Thursday, October 21, 4 p.m.

Teens, if gaming is your thing, come get your game on at the library! Ages 13-18.

A.R.T.: Zumba

Orlando Public Library, Library Central:
Wednesday, October 6, 3:30 p.m.

Join us for a Latin-dance inspired class fueled by pulsating music that combines the elements of Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia, Hip-hop, Reggaeton, Samba, and Latin Pop together in a fun, energizing workout. Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month at the library! Ages 13-18. Registration suggested. Sponsored in part by the Hot Topic Foundation.

Author Jaclyn Dolamore

North Orange Branch: Wednesday, October 6, 4 p.m.

Join the Sin Fronteras, our teen book club for ages 13 to 18, for a discussion with young adult author, Jaclyn Dolamore. Dolamore is the author of Magic Under Glass, a fantasy of star-crossed lovers.

Rock Out with RockBand
Windermere Branch: Saturday, October 9, 2 p.m.
Orlando Public Library, Library Central:
Friday, October 22, 3:30 p.m.
Winter Garden Branch: Tuesday, October 26, 7 p.m.

Are you ready to rock? Bring your friends and rock out to your favorite songs at the library with RockBand. Ages 13-18.

A.R.T.: Feel the Beat Drum Circle
Orlando Public Library, Library Central:
Wednesday, October 13, 3:30 p.m.

Join Giving Tree Music for a community drum circle in the middle of the library! Put the beat in the books in celebration of Teen Read Week. Drums will be provided for participants. For more information call 407.835.7323. Ages 13-18. Sponsored in part by the Hot Topic Foundation.

How to Survive an Alien Invasion
Eatonville Branch: Wednesday, October 13, 3 p.m.
Orlando Public Library, Club Central:
Wednesday, October 20, 3:30 p.m.

Teens, are you worried about getting whisked away on a UFO? Do you get that feeling we are being watched? What would you do if Aliens decided to invade? Stop by for tips and tricks on how to survive an alien invasion. Ages 13-18. For more information call 407.835.7323.

Animanga
Orlando Public Library, Club Central: Thursday, October 21, 6 p.m.

Are you an anime and manga fan? If so, join us to interact with other teens who love Japanese entertainment. Chat about your favorite manga and watch anime while meeting new friends! The club meets the third Thursday of every month. Ages 13-18.

Sophia's Club: Healthy Relationships

Orlando Public Library, Children's Library:
Monday, October 25, 6 p.m.

Join us for a discussion about teen dating and healthy relationships. Presented by Harbor House of Central Florida in observance of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. This session is part of the Sophia's Club series of events. Ages 13-18. Registration suggested: 407.835.7323.

The Haunted Library

Orlando Public Library, Club Central:
Wednesday, October 27, 3:30 p.m.
Winter Garden Branch: Thursday, October 28, 4 p.m.

Have you ever been to a haunted library? Bring your stories and learn about library urban legends and more haunted happenings. Ages 13 to 18.

Teen Voices

Orlando Public Library, Club Central: Thursday, October 28, 6 p.m.

Join our teen advisory board to meet new people and develop teen library programs and services while earning community service hours. This board meets the fourth Thursday of each month. Ages 13-18.