YAK...

Young Adult Kolumn
By Nicole Marcuccilli Mills, Young Adult Librarian

Greetings high school students and welcome to YAK! My name is Nicole Marcuccilli Mills, and I am the young adult librarian at the Glenview Public Library. My goal is to help you find information that you need, whether it be for a school assignment or something that just nips at your curiosity bone. I want to plan programs that fit your needs, so I need to know what you think. Tell me what you would like to see as far as books and other library materials, trips to not-so-far-off lands, exciting programs, and discussion groups. Remember, your vote counts so don't be shy! SPEAK UP!

VOLUNTEENS

Our Young Adult Advisory Kommittee (YAAK) has been successfully replaced with a new program called VolunTeens. To date, the library has over 25 hardworking VolunTeens who come in on a regular basis and perform duties as assigned by various departments. This gets teens involved with the library community and in helping librarians out with various projects. This year-round program is available for all teens ages 13 and up who would like to donate their time and talents and have an opportunity to earn service points. It is a wonderful way for teens to see how the library operates on a day-to-day basis. Hours are tracked each time a teen comes to the library and helps out with a special project. Certificates of Achievement with hours tallied are sent to VolunTeens at the end of each month and signed by Nicole M. Mills as well as the Project Supervisor. Applications and detailed flyers are available at the Reader Services Desk. Orientation sessions are on an as-needed basis and cover log in procedures as well as expectations of being a VolunTeen. Teachers and librarians who would like application forms for your high school or know of perspective students who may benefit from this involvement or for further questions, please contact Nicole M. Mills, Young Adult Librarian, at 847-729-7500 x151 or through e-mail.

UPCOMING PROGRAMS

Summer awaits!  The Glenview Public Library has many exciting programs and activities planned for teens during December, January, February and March.  Registration for the following programs begin on December 1st at the Reader Services Desk. 

Teens Read @ Starbucks
Friday, December 12 7-8PM
1895 Tower Road, The Glen
The Host, a science fiction novel by popular Twilight Saga author Stephanie Meyer, will be discussed. Enjoy a complimentary beverage, dessert, and raffle. Books available at the Circulation Desk.

Board Game Afternoon
Monday & Tuesday, December 22 & 23, 1-3PM
Come in from the cold during winter break. Apples to Apples, Scattergories, In a Pickle, Boogle, Monopoly, and Are You Smarter than a 5th Grader are all available. Or bring in a favorite board game to share. Friends and parents welcome.

After Hours! Teen Game Night
Saturdays, December 20, January 17, February 28 and March 28 5-9PM
Take advantage of the Library’s new Boomchairs and game collection. Enjoy the Library’s Nintendo Wii and XBOX360 or bring in your own games and game systems. Pizza and pop included.

Book Discussion: Perfect You
Maine East High School, Thursday, January 8
For Maine East students only. Discuss Perfect You by Elizabeth Scott with Nicole M. Mills, Glenview Library’s Young Adult Librarian. Check for program time at school.

Snack & Study
Monday - Wednesday, January 19-21 6-9PM
Enjoy snacks and comfy chairs during Finals Week. Make the Library’s Teen Corner your spot to study hard and take a break when you need it.

Teen Tech Week:
Guitar Hero Tournament
Wednesday, March 11 4-6PM
Join in the Library's first-ever Guitar Hero tournament. Single elimination; brackets will be created. The two winners will receive a Best Buy gift card. Registration required before March 1. Ages 13 and up.

Any teen interested in donating their time and talents to the library are always welcome to pick up an application for the VolunTeen program at the Reader Services Desk. This is a year-round program and provides service points for teens ages 13 and up who would like to help out with various aspects of library work. This is a great way to become familiar with the library’s day-to-day operations and become involved in your community.

If you have any questions about programs or the young adult book collection, please contact me, Nicole Marcuccilli Mills, by phone at 729-7500 x151 or through e-mail. I look forward to seeing all of you at the library’s Teen Corner!

Nicole Marcuccilli Mills