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Unless otherwise noted all programs will be presented in English. All programs and events are free and open to the public.

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Wednesday, May 22, 2013
4:00 - 6:00
WritersCorps
This workshop will help you develop and share your writing with a supportive group led by WritersCorps. We will play with form, performance, and other arts to engage your creative self. All levels of writers welcome! Open to teen writers 12-19. For information or to register contact Eric at 557-4426 or ehannan@sfpl.org
Friday, June 7, 2013
4:15 - 5:15
Teen DJ Workshop

Teen DJ workshop with KMEL & Project Level

Program for Tweens and Teens, ages 11-18

Come learn how to spin and scratch records with KMEL and Project Level

No musical experience needed.

For more information please contact Eric Hannan

Saturday, June 8, 2013
3:30 - 5:00
Cartooning Workshop for Teens

Learn to create dynamic cartoon characters, backgrounds, and storylines. Teens will learn how to draw characters that have expression and movement.
Our materials will include pencils, markers and a sketchbook. You will produce several cartoon scenes and the start of a comic book.

The class is taught by Cara Goldstein, a credentialed teacher with ten years of experience and a Yale National Teacher Fellow in 2010.
Workshop limited to 15 people, registration begins 2 weeks in advance.  Ages 12-18.
For more info contact Lisa Fagundes at lfagundes@sfpl.org 415 355 2822

Potrero
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
3:30 - 4:30
*Breakdancing with Destiny Arts!

Learn how to bust a move and spin on the floor with Destiny Arts instructor Mika! 

Space is limited.

Ages 8 and up.  For more information contact Maricela Leon-Barrera at mleonbarrera@sfpl.org

Bernal Heights
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
3:30 - 5:00
*Game On!

Come play on the XBOX Kinect and Wii systems or play ping pong and board games. Don't feel like gaming? Make something fun with duck tape.

Snacks provided.

For ages 11 - 18.

Visitacion Valley
Thursday, June 13, 2013
3:00 - 4:30
*Mission Victory Garden Workshop

Join Jonathan Silverman of Feel the Earth in this two-day workshop for Teens.  Learn about Victory Gardens, how to start and care for a garden in our neighborhood and learn about an exciting volunteer opportunity that would allow you to work with the Mission Branch Library Garden through the summer and fall.  (Partaking in the workshop does not mean you have to commit long term.)

Questions?  Contact Teen Librarian, Maricela Leon-Barrera at mleonbarrera@sfpl.org

Mission
Tuesday, June 18, 2013
12:30 - 2:00
*Custom Crafted Jewelry for Teens

Come learn the ancient art of jewelry making!

Jeweler extraordinaire, Chelsee Robinson, will guide you in learning the latest techniques and applications.  Work with real stones, crystals, beads and more to create a beautiful necklace, bracelet or earrings.  All materials provided.  Space is limited.

For ages 10-18

For more information and to register, please contact: Dorcas at dwong@sfpl.org

Parkside
Thursday, June 20, 2013
3:00 - 4:30
*Mission Victory Garden Workshop

Join Jonathan Silverman of Feel the Earth in this two-day workshop for Teens.  Learn about Victory Gardens, how to start and care for a garden in our neighborhood and learn about an exciting volunteer opportunity that would allow you to work with the Mission Branch Library Garden through the summer and fall.  (Partaking in the workshop does not mean you have to commit long term.)

Questions?  Contact Teen Librarian, Maricela Leon-Barrera at mleonbarrera@sfpl.org

Mission
Friday, June 28, 2013
3:00 - 5:00
Mobile Movie Making

Mobile Movie Making!

A TILT filmamking workshop for teens.

In this workshop, teens will learn the craft of movie making and will make their own one minute movie using the skills they acquire. These skills include camera basics and composition, video pre-production and planning, video production, and editing. Teens will go home with their own self produced movie! All equipment provided.

Ages 12-18.

Space is very limited. Please register online for this workshop here

Media releases are required for all participants and will be emailed after registration.

For questions, please call or email Eric Hannan at 415-557-4426

Saturday, June 29, 2013
12:00 - 2:00
Teen Jewelry Making With Chelsee Robinson

Come learn the ancient art of jewelry making!

Jeweler extraordinaire Chelsee Robinson will guide you in learning the latest techniques & applications.  Work with real stones, crystals, beads and more to create a beautiful necklace, bracelet or earrings!  All materials provided.  Space is limited and pre-registration is required.

For ages 12 - 18. Contact Tony at aluini@sfpl.org or call 415-355-5700 to register.

Ortega

*Funded by the Friends of the San Francisco Public Library.

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