Cascades Library
Fridays, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Gaming, crafts, music and more!
April 30: Poet in Residence - Kwame Alexander.
All teens attending the After Hours Teen Center must have a permission slip signed by a parent or guardian on file.
Exclusively for Middle and High School students.
Rust Library
Mondays, February 1, 8 & 22, 7:00 PM
Sculpting in clay with an animation artist.
Ashburn Library
Wednesday, Feb. 10, 4:30 PM
Registration required. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
Help us plan events, let us know what library programs you like, and get volunteer hours at the same time.
Join us Wednesday February 10th at 4:30 PM for an orientation. Meetings will be held every other Wednesday from 4:30 to 5:30. Registration begins January 27th. For ages 12-18.
Cascades Library
Thursday, Feb. 11, 7:00 PM
Get insider tips and techniques for maximizing your score on the essay section of the SAT.
For teens and parents.
Rust Library
Thursday, Feb. 11, 7:00 PM
Viewing of the 2008 documentary film Prom Night in Mississippi, directed by Paul Saltzman.
Lovettsville Library
Saturday, Feb. 13, 2:00 PM
Registration required. Call 540-822-5824 or register online..
Craft a mini album using our supplies.
Purcellville Library
Saturday, Feb. 13, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Registration required. Call 540-338-7235 or register online..
Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games.
Games on hand or bring your favorites to share (Rated E for Everyone). Controllers are limited so feel free to bring your own.
Rust Library
Saturday, Feb. 13, 3:30 PM
Registration required. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
Share ideas and get tips on writing poetry and short stories. Meet fellow writers and poets one Saturday each month, February through May. For ages 12-18.
Ashburn Library
Saturday, Feb. 13, 1:00 PM
Registration required. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
Share ideas and get tips on writing poetry and short stories. Meet fellow writers and poets once a month, February through May.
For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Tuesday, Feb. 16, 7:00 PM
Registration required. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
Teens with Asperger’s are invited to play video games while their parents meet for friendship and networking. Parents must remain in the library during the program. For ages 12-21.
Lovettsville Library
Wednesday, Feb. 17, 4:30 PM
Registration required. Call 540-822-5824 or register online..
Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games. For ages 12-18.
Lovettsville Library
Thursday, Feb. 18, 7:30 PM
Registration required. Call 540-822-5824 or register online..
Thirteen Reasons Why: a novel by Jay Asher
For ages 12 -18.
Ashburn Library
Thursday, Feb. 18, 7:00PM
Accept the challenge: pick the best teen book of 2009. We’ll meet once a month to discuss books published in 2009, then in February 2010 we’ll vote for Ashburn’s Best Books for Young Adults. Books are available at the Information Desk.
For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Thursday, Feb. 18, 7:00 PM
Discuss Bronx Masquerade by Nikki Grimes, the 2003 Author Award Winner of the Coretta Scott King Award. Copies available at the teen center desk. For teens and adults.
Feb. 25 - Open-mic/gallery night. Teens are invited to share their own work at this event (in the style of the book). Performers and exhibitors should call 703-771-5998 to register.
Ashburn Library
Sunday, Feb. 21, 3:30 PM
Registration required. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
Explore this ancient Chinese martial art that exercises the body, mind and spirit.
For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Thursday, Feb. 25, 7:00 PM
Teens who have read the Bronx Masquerade by Nikki Grimes are invited to share their own work in an open-mic/gallery night, in the style of the book. Performers/exhibitors should call 703-771-5998 to sign up. For teens and adults.
Cascades Library
Thursday, Feb. 25, 7:00 PM
Viewing of the 2008 documentary film Prom Night in Mississippi, directed by Paul Saltzman.
Ashburn Library
Thursday, Feb. 25, 4:30 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 11. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
Read stories to children ages 3-6 on Mondays, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM. Orientation for the March-April session is Thursday, February 25th at 4:30 PM. Registration begins February 11.
For ages 12-18.
Purcellville Library
Saturday, Feb. 27, 2:00 PM
Viewing of the 2008 documentary film Prom Night in Mississippi, directed by Paul Saltzman.
Rust Library
Monday, Mar. 1, 7:00 PM
Known for his dynamic and engaging style, Lee Sandstead’s great passion for art will inspire you to integrate art into your life!
All Locations
March 2010
Bring your gently used prom dresses and accessories to your local library throughout March. Your donations will go to Prom Wishes, an annual event organized by the Junior Woman’s Club of Loudoun, who are committed to outfitting teens for the prom, free of charge! Loudoun County Public Library is proud to partner with JWCL in support of this program.
Ashburn Library
Tuesdays, March 2, 9, 16, 23, 4:30 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 16. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
Teens make books come alive by reading to children and leading them in hands-on learning activities.
For ages 14 - 18.
Sterling Library
Tuesday, Mar. 2, Thursday, Mar. 18, Tuesday, Apr. 13 & Thursday, May 6, 7:00 PM
Viewing and facilitated discussion of selections from the 2009 Human Rights Watch International Traveling Film Festival.
March 2: Afghan Star
March 18: Youth Producing Change
April 13: The Reckoning-The Battle for the International Criminal Court
May 6: Burma VJ - Reporting from a Closed Country
Sterling Library
Wednesdays, March - May, 7:30 PM
An informal conversation group for non-native speakers to practice speaking English.
Cascades Library
Thursday, Mar. 4, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 18. Call 703-444-3228 or register online..
Earn volunteer credit hours for school and help the library with special projects.
Rust Library
Thursdays, Mar. 4, Apr. 8, May 6, 6:00 PM
Share your love of manga and anime! For ages 12-18.
Ashburn Library
Sunday, Mar. 7, 2:00 PM
Understanding Our Differences is a PBS film/ Bill Moyers production. Faciliated discussion will follow. In partnership with Loudoun County BRIDGES.
Cascades Library
Sunday, Mar. 7, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 21. Call 703-444-3228 or register online..
Teen Tech Week is March 7-13. Come help us kick off the week by attending this exciting program. Work in teams to build and program a Lego robot. Compete against other teams to see which robot will ultimately reign supreme!
For ages 12-18.
Purcellville Library
Monday, Mar. 8, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 22. Call 540-338-7235 or register online..
Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games.
Games on hand or bring your favorites to share. E- and T-Rated only please.
For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Tuesday, Mar. 9, Thursday, Mar. 25, Tuesday, Apr. 27 & Thursday, May 20, 7:00 PM
Viewing and facilitated discussion of selections from the 2009 Human Rights Watch International Traveling Film Festival.
March 9: Afghan Star
( March 2, 7:00 PM at Sterling)
March 25: Youth Producing Change
( March 18, 7:00 PM at Sterling)
April 27: The Reckoning-The Battle for the International Criminal Court
( April 13, 7:00 PM at Sterling)
May 20: Burma VJ - Reporting from a Closed Country
(May 6, 7:00 PM at Sterling)
Sterling Library
Wednesday, Mar. 10, 4:00 PM
Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games.
For ages 12-18.
Cascades Library
Wednesday, Mar. 10, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 24. Call 703-444-3228 or register online..
Learn all about video game design from an expert with 14 years of experience.
For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Thursday, Mar. 11, 7:00 P.M.
Registration required, begins Feb 25. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
Learn all about video game design from a professional with 14 years experience. For ages 12-18.
Lovettsville Library
Saturday, Mar. 13, 3:00 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 27. Call 540-822-5824 or register online..
Discover the library’s fantastic do-it-yourself resources. We’ll learn, plan, and create Duct Tape Creations this month. We’ll supply the materials. You bring your creativity and a do-it-yourself attitude.
For ages 12-18.
Ashburn Library
Saturday, Mar. 13, 1:00 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 27. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
Share ideas and get tips on writing poetry and short stories. Meet fellow writers and poets once a month, February through May.
Rust Library
Saturday, Mar. 13, 3:30 PM
Registration required, begins Feb 27. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
Share ideas and get tips on writing poetry and short stories. Meet fellow writers and poets one Saturday each month, February through May. For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Tuesday, Mar. 16, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 2. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
Teens with Asperger’s play video games while their parents meet for friendship and networking, on the third Tuesday of each month. For ages 12-21.
Lovettsville Library
Thursday, Mar. 18, 7:30 PM
Jellicoe Road by Melina Marchetta
For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Saturday, Mar. 20, 2:00 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 6. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games. The family that plays Wii together...has a great time together! Bring the whole family for some Wii fun. Games rated E for Everyone.
Purcellville Library
Saturday, Mar. 20 - Thursday, April 8
Registration required, begins Mar 20. Call 540-338-7235 or register online..
Purcellville Library’s Teen Advisory Group invites you to take part in a talent show! Starting Saturday, March 20 come to the Youth Services Desk to pick up details and a registration form or register online.
Important dates:
Registration deadline is Thursday, April 8.
Rehearsal is Saturday, April 10, 2:00 PM
Talent Show is Saturday, April 17, 2:00 PM
Rust Library
Saturday, Mar. 20, 1:00 PM
This phenomenal 55-minute whirlwind performance will bring to life and energize some of Shakespeare’s greatest works. For all ages.
The interactive workshop following the performance will continue to entertain, delight and thrill the participants. For ages 12-18.
Ashburn Library
Mondays, Mar. 22, Apr. 19 & May 24, 7:00 PM
Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games. Come play popular titles with friends and family. Meet new people and play new games. Door prizes!
For all ages.
Rust Library
Tuesday, Mar. 23, 7:00 PM
Author discussion and presentation including topics such as the origin of an idea, how to write a novel, tackle specific issues and research. Sherri is currently working on her fifth book and has been recognized with numerous awards.
Purcellville Library
Monday, Mar. 29, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 15. Call 540-338-7235 or register online..
Catching Fire by Suzanne Collins
For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Tuesday, Mar. 30, 3:00 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 16. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
Help make a child smile. Earn volunteer credit by making greeting cards for children in local hospitals. For teens ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Wednesday, Mar. 31, 2:00 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 17. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
Share your singing, music, poetry and art with others. We’ll provide the refreshments and door prizes. Invite your family and friends for the entertainment. For ages 12-18.
Lovettsville Library
Wednesday, Mar. 31, 4:30 PM
Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games.
For ages 12-18.
Sterling Library
Wednesday, Mar. 31, 2:00 PM
An afternoon of mystery and murder. Prizes awarded.
For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
April 2010
Donations of pet food for the Loudoun County Animal Shelter will be collected at the Teen Center. Ask how you can earn volunteer hours by helping with this project.
For ages 12-18.
Cascades Library
Thursday, Apr. 1, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 18. Call 703-444-3228 or register online..
Earn volunteer credit hours for school and help the library with special projects.
Ashburn Library
Thursday, April 1 - Sunday, May 9
Can you dance, sing, tell jokes? Come by the Information Desk to sign up your act between Thursday, April 1st and Saturday, May 1st.
Dress Rehearsal: Sunday, May 2nd at 2:00 PM
Performance: Sunday May 9th at 2:00 PM
Ashburn Library
Thursday, Apr. 8, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 25. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
Help keep our Children’s Area in order! Spend an hour a week picking up books and shelving. You must attend the orientation on Thursday, April 8th at 7:00 PM. You are registering for a two-month rotation.
For ages 12-14.
Please select your top 2 preferred times and days, and enter them in the registration form’s Special Needs box. Choose from the options below:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Wednesday 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Saturday 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Saturday 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Sunday 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Lovettsville Library
Saturday, Apr. 10, 3:00 PM
Registration required, begins Mar 27. Call 540-822-5824 or register online..
Discover the library’s fantastic do-it-yourself resources. We’ll learn, plan, and create Room Decor this month. We’ll supply the materials. You bring your creativity and a do-it-yourself attitude.
For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Saturday, Apr. 10, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Rust Library’s first anime convention is here! Join us for a full day of watching anime, reading manga, cosplay, art, contests, and more.
For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Sunday, Apr. 11, 2:00 PM
A history described from personal experiences woven together with historical events from the 1750’s to the present .
Sponsored by the Irwin Uran Gift Fund.
Lovettsville Library
Thursday, Apr. 15, 7:30 PM
The Disreputable History of Frankie Landau-Banks: a novel by E. Lockhart
For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Saturday, Apr. 17, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Fans and friends of the funniest poet ever read and laugh together. If you would like to read, please call the Information Desk, 703-777-0323.
For all ages.
Rust Library
Saturday, Apr. 17, 3:30 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 3. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
Share ideas and get tips on writing poetry and short stories. Meet fellow writers and poets one Saturday per month, February through May. For ages 12-18.
Ashburn Library
Saturday, Apr. 17, 1:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 3. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
Share ideas and get tips on writing poetry and short stories. Meet fellow writers and poets once a month, February through May.
Rust Library
Sundays, Apr. 18, 25 & May 2, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 5. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
A three-part series: Tips on how to use your digital camera and Photoshop Elements
Purcellville Library
Monday, Apr. 19, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 5. Call 540-338-7235 or register online..
Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games.
Games on hand or bring your favorites to share. E- and T-Rated only please.
For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Tuesday, Apr. 20, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 6. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
Teens with Asperger’s play video games while their parents meet for friendship and networking, on the third Tuesday of each month. For ages 12-21.
Cascades Library
Saturday, Apr. 24, 2:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 10. Call 703-444-3228 or register online..
Explore books about the art of jewelry making and work on your own designs.
For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Sunday, Apr. 25, 2:00 PM
Josh Tetrick, a social entrepreneur, writer, and speaker, has led a United Nations business initiative in Kenya, worked for both former President Clinton and President Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf of Liberia, and taught street children as a Fulbright Scholar in Nigeria and South Africa.
Josh will talk about career and entrepreneurial opportunities while working for social change.
Recommended for teens and adults.
Rust Library
Monday, Apr. 26, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 12. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
Volunteer to make toys for the Animal Shelter’s cats and dogs.
For ages 12-18.
Ashburn Library
Tuesday, Apr. 27, 4:30 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 13. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
Read stories to children ages 3-6 on Mondays, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM. Orientation for the May-June session is Tuesday, April 27th at 4:30 PM. Registration begins April 13.
For ages 12-18.
Lovettsville Library
Wednesday, Apr. 28, 4:30 PM
Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games. For ages 12-18.
Cascades Library
Thursday, Apr. 29, 7:00 PM
Get insider tips and techniques for maximizing your score on the SAT.
For teens and their parents.
Cascades Library
Friday, Apr. 30, 7:00 PM
Kwame Alexander, Loudoun County Public Library’s Poet in Residence, will conduct a workshop on poetry.
For teens during the After Hours Teen Center.
All attending teens must have a permission slip signed by a parent or guardian on file.
Ashburn Library
Saturday, May 1, 1:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 17. Call 703-737-8100 or register online..
Share ideas and get tips on writing poetry and short stories. Meet fellow writers and poets once a month, February through May.
Rust Library
Saturday, May 1, 3:30 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 17. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
Share ideas and get tips on writing poetry and short stories. Meet fellow writers and poets once a month, on Saturdays, February through May. For ages 12-18.
Cascades Library
Tuesday, May 4, 7:00 PM
Two inspiring Loudoun residents will explain the challenges and dark days of mental illness and describe their paths toward recovery. You will leave full of admiration for their courage and enthusiastic about their futures!
For teens and adults. In partnership with Loudoun Friends of Mental Health.
Cascades Library
Thursday, May 6, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 22. Call 703-444-3228 or register online..
Earn volunteer credit hours for school and help the library with special projects.
Rust Library
Thursday, May 6, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 22. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
Learn techniques to create a beautiful journal for yourself or as a great Mother’s Day gift. For ages 12-18.
Lovettsville Library
Saturday, May 8, 3:00 PM
Registration required, begins Apr 24. Call 540-822-5824 or register online..
Discover the library’s fantastic do-it-yourself resources. We’ll learn, plan, and create Skin Care Products this month. We’ll supply the materials. You bring your creativity and a do-it-yourself attitude.
For ages 12-18.
Ashburn Library
Sunday, May 9, 2:00 PM
Watch our stars shine! For all ages.
Rust Library
Thursday, May 13, 7:00 PM
Learn about the existing civil commitment laws in the state of Virginia and how families can use them to help their loved ones in crisis. Discussion will also include ways the laws can be improved and issues relating to severe mental illness.
Presentation by Aileen Kroll, JD of the Treatment Advocacy Center, Arlington, VA.
Rust Library
Saturday, May 15, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Poetry Alive! presents classic, popular, and contemporary poems as high-energy theater.
Poetry Performance: 11:00 AM
Poetry Workshops: 1:00 PM and 3:00 PM
For all ages - kids, teens & adults.
Rust Library
Sunday, May 16, 2:00 PM
Cheer on your friends and help the best band win! To register your band or for details, call the Teen Center at 703-771-5998.
For ages 12-18.
Purcellville Library
Monday, May 17, 7:00 PM
Registration required, begins May 3. Call 540-338-7235 or register online..
Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games.
Games on hand or bring your favorites to share. E- and T-Rated only please.
For ages 12-18.
Rust Library
Tuesday, May 18, 7:00 PM.
Registration required, begins May 4. Call 703-777-0323 or register online..
Teens with Asperger’s play video games while their parents meet for friendship and networking, on the third Tuesday of each month. For ages 12-21.
Purcellville Library
Tuesday, May 18, 7:00 PM
The edge you need to land the contract! Tips to help new writers break into the publishing field, and established writers refresh their direction.
Rust Library
Thursday, May 20, 7:00 PM
Two inspiring Loudoun residents will explain the challenges and dark days of mental illness and describe their paths toward recovery. You will leave full of admiration for their courage and enthusiastic about their futures!
For teens and adults. In partnership with Loudoun Friends of Mental Health.
Lovettsville Library
Thursday, May 20, 7:30 PM
Wintergirls by Laurie Halse Anderson
For ages 12-18.
Lovettsville Library
Wednesday, May 26, 4:30 PM
Play a variety of Nintendo Wii games. For ages 12-18.
Sterling Library
Saturday, Jun. 5, 2:00 PM
A messenger with poignant lyrics and a potent voice that arrests the senses and tugs at the heart, Carolyn Malachi has created her own modern infectious gumbo of jazz, hip hop and spoken word poetry. For all ages.
Rust Library
Friday, Jun. 11 - Sunday, Jul. 11
Test your knowledge! Throughout the World Cup tournament take part in trivia challenges about the sport of soccer, the nations playing in the World Cup and the history of the World Cup.
Prizes will be awarded during a showing of the final match on July 11.
For ages 12-18.
Cascades Library
Saturday, Aug. 7, 2:00 PM
Enter your original short film to be judged in the Teen Film Competition. Watch all the films submitted at the Teen Film Finale! Prizes will be awarded.
For teens aged 12 to 18.