Spoken Word Revolution, Happening Live

"The initial meeting was magic, my vision was real pleased
I met her on the pasta aisle near the macaroni and cheese.
Despite a dose of intimidation, I moved closer
Her glow was so ultra, I was nervous to approach her.
Was kinda out of practice, hadn't done this in awhile
But much to my astonishment, I was greeted with a smile.
I told her my name is K-Rino, she cut me off flat
She said "What's your real name? Your mama didn't name you that."
---"Solitary Confinement", K-Rino

Join us at the Renton Library, 100 Mill Ave S, this Thursday, July 15, at 2 p.m. for a Hip Hop Poetry Revolution. Bring your lyrics, or create some from the air (or from Google, from wherever). Beats, words, raps, and rhymes. Plus popcorn and soda. Come as you are. This is not your English teacher's poetry.

What You're Reading, volume 2

A 9th grader at Lindbergh High School turned in this book review of Runaways: Escape to New York by Brian K. Vaughan:

What is this book about?
"This book comic is about 5 superheroes with powers and try to save Earth from being destroyed."

What did you like/dislike about it?
"I liked that the book is also a comic book."

Who would enjoy reading it?
"People who like Marvel Comics."

Interested in checking out Runaways: Escape to New York? Click on the book jacket to reserve your copy! Don't forget to turn in your book reviews on a "Read 3, Get 1 Free" form to win free books and other prizes. We'll be featuring reviews by and for you on the blog all through the month of July. (If you want to enter but don't want your review published, you can always opt out.)

Happy reading!

What You're Reading, volume 1

A 7th grader at Nelsen Middle school turned in this book review of The Clique by Lisi Harrison:

What is this book about?

"This is about Massie, ruling her clique, who are all rich, popular, and all besties. Along comes Claire, not as rich and lives in Massie's guesthouse, and Massie is in for some unexpected changes in her perfect world."

What did you like/dislike about it?

"I like how Claire and Massie got along in the end, but I do not like the rival between Claire and the clique."

Who would enjoy reading it?

"People who like friendship, fashion, and comedy."

Interested in checking out The Clique? Click on the book jacket to reserve your copy! Don't forget to turn in your book reviews on a "Read 3, Get 1 Free" form to win free books and other prizes. We'll be featuring reviews by and for you on the blog all through the month of July. (If you want to enter but don't want your review published, you can always opt out.)

Happy reading!

We're Getting Spammed

You might have noticed a few "this comment has been deleted by the blog administrator" remarks in our comments lately. Apparently, our blog has been noticed by some spammers and I've been deleting their comments because I don't think you should get bad ads or links to possible viruses and other nasties from our blog.

What do you think? Do you get spammed on your email/blog/Facebook account? Is my deleting the comments censorship, or just good blog maintenance?

School's...Out...for Summer!

Well, almost. Celebrate the end of school and kick off summer reading this Wednesday, June 23rd @ 4:00, with Game On! at the Renton Highlands Library. We'll be debuting our Game Cube (kicking it old school) with Super Smash Bros. and Mario Kart, and we'll also have DDR, SingStar and more, plus board games and popcorn.

Want to participate in Read, Flip, Win but don't have a video camera or webcam of your own? Come by a couple minutes early or stay late at any of the teen programs at Renton Library or Renton Highlands Library during June or July ready to shoot your video and use ours. Questions? Email the Young Adult Librarian at kebaker@kcls.org.

Read 3, Get 1 Free - Summer Edition!

This summer, if you are between the ages of 12 and 18 you can earn a free paperback book for every three books you read and review..... plus, you will be entered in a monthly drawing at your library for chance to win the grand prize.... a laptop computer. All entries must be received by August 31 to be eligible for the grand prize drawing, which will be held on September 15.

To get started, download a review form at http://www.kcls.org/teens/2010R3SummerEditionForm.pdf

You must be in Middle, Junior High or High School in September 2010 to participate.

It's an Ad-Venture

Advertisments really are everywhere...even on your backpack! Do flashy ads on your favorite websites bug you? Do we really need ads to read while riding the bus? Check out http://www.admongo.gov/ and go on a real-life adventure to learn what you're being sold and what you can do about it. Or leave a note in the comments telling us about the most annoying ad you've seen lately.

Are You an Otter?

Okay, maybe not that kind. KCLS is launching OTRs, or Online Teen Readers, for those of you who love books but don't have a lot of time to share the love. Chat online with others who share your love of books, hear more about favorite authors, and meet real-live authors at events just for OTRs.

We are launching TOMORROW with a special author visit by Laurie Halse Anderson, who will be visiting the Mercer Island Library via Skype. I know Mercer Island is a bit of a trek for you Rentonites, but this is an author you won't get many chances to meet and registration is still open! Contact the Mercer Island Library for details and to register, and check Facebook or the blog for more OTR information in coming months!

I think that I shall never see a poem as lovely as a tree

Hey, young poets! Want to earn CA$H for your creativity? King County Library's Rhyme On! teen poetry contest runs through April 30. Check out http://www.kcls.org/rhymeoncontest/ for all the details.

Not a poet but still feeling the itch of creativity? Renton Libraries' teen zine still needs submissions of *your* artwork, comics, song lyrics, short stories, and other kinds of literary rambling. Bring your creations (a clean photocopy is fine) to either the Renton or Renton Highlands Library to turn them in. We'll be putting together our inagural edition during this summer's summer reading program, so stay tuned!

Teen Tuesday

Hope you're all planning to join us

Tuesday, March 30th

for Teen Tuesday! We'll have video games, snacks, and as always, free prizes just for stopping by.

Teen Tuesdays are the last Tuesday of every month at the Highlands Library.

Renton Highlands Library

2702 NE 12th St

Renton, WA 98056

(425) 430-6790