teens and tweens programs and activities

may 31 – august 10EXPLORE YOUR LIBRARY • WEEKLY RAFFLE PRIZES • AWESOME ACTIVITIES

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Intro to Filmmaking Check out the Digital Filmmaking workshop with BAYCAT. You’ll learn techniques and have a chance to make your own film. Materials and instruction provided. Ages 11-18. Space is limited! Attending all 3 sessions is encouraged. Register: Ileana at ileana.pulu@sfpl.org or call (415) 355-5757.

Tuesday, June 3 • 5 – 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 4 • 4 – 6 p.m. Thursday, June 5 • 5 – 6 p.m. All programs at Bayview

Animation, Film & Video Making

ClaymationTeens and tweens, join us for Claymation animation using iPads. Led by C.I.T.Y. Teens from Children’s Creativity Museum.

Wednesday, June 18 • 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. Main Children’s CenterRegister starting June 1: (415) 557-4599

Thursday, June 19 • 3 – 5 p.m. Parkside · Register: dorcas.wong@sfpl.org or (415) 355-5770

Wednesday, June 25 • 3 – 5 p.m. Bayview · Register: (415) 355-5757

Wednesday, July 9 • 3 – 4 p.m. Mission · Register starting July 1: (415) 355-2828

Saturday, July 12 • 2 – 4 p.m. Ocean View

Wednesday, July 16 • 3 – 4 p.m. Bernal Heights

Thursday, July 17 • 3 – 5 p.m. North Beach

Saturday, July 19 • 2 – 4 p.m. Presidio

Saturday, July 26 • 2 – 4 p.m. West Portal · Register: dorcas.wong@sfpl.org

Thursday, July 31 • 3 – 5 p.m. Glen Park

Saturday, August 2 • 2 – 4 p.m. Chinatown · Register: (415) 355-2888

Video Editing for Beginners (English-Chinese)Learn video editing from Windows Movie Maker. Knowing basic computer technol-ogy and equipment required. Limit: 10; registration preferred. Attending all courses recommended. Ages 12+ Instructor: Belle Ao

Fridays, June 13, 27; July 11, 25 3 – 5 p.m. Chinatown · Register: jewel.chen@sfpl.org or (415) 355-2888

Practice Video Editing Open to the learners of video editing course.

Fridays, June 20; July 18 3 – 5 p.m. ChinatownRegister: jewel.chen@sfpl.org or (415) 355-2888

Teen Makers: LEGO Mindstorm Madness Build a LEGO Robot with a team of other teens and tweens. Ages 11-18.

Saturdays, June 7, 21 • 2 – 5 p.m. Main Library Children’s Center

Saturday, July 26 • 2 – 4 p.m. Parkside · Register: (415) 355-2858

ElectronicsScribble Bots Make a motorized, marker-holding contraption that makes a unique image as it moves in unusual ways across paper.

Wednesday, June 18 4 – 6:30 p.m. at Ortega

Make a BrushBot Turn a toothbrush into a spinning, speeding robot. Ages 8+ Limit: 24

Thursday, June 19 3 – 5 p.m. Glen ParkRegister: (415) 355-2858

Teen Makers: Circuits Squishy Circuits · Wednesday, June 4 Build basic circuits using squishy dough.

Paper Circuits · Wednesday, June 11 Learn how to run electric current through a piece of paper.

Soft Circuits · Wednesday, June 18 Build a wearable e-textile power cuff that lights up. Involves basic sewing.

Circuit Mashup · Wednesday, June 25 Experiment with circuits from previous workshops, expand your designs, & build parallel circuits.

All programs from 3 – 4:30 p.m. at Visitacion Valley

Drawing & ‘ZinesCartooning Workshop with Cara GoldsteinCreate your own characters and tell a story. Learn facial expressions, how to turn the head, and make your character move.

Sunday, June 8 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. Ortega

Friday, June 13 • 2 – 3:30 p.m. Anza

Saturday, June 21 • 1 – 2:30 p.m. West Portal

Manga Drawing with Karen LukLearn the secrets behind manga faces and basic character design. Basic draw-ing skills are not required. Ages 12+

Tuesday, June 10 • 2:30 – 4 p.m. Portola

Friday, June 13 • 2 – 4 p.m. Glen Park

Tuesday, June 17 • 2 – 3 p.m. Richmond

Manga Drawing with Brian KolmGet your manga style on with artist Brian Kolm of the Cartoon Art Museum! Ages 8-18. No drawing experience needed.

Tuesday, July 22 • 4 – 5:30 p.m. North Beach

Wednesday, July 23 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. Bayview · Register: (415) 355-5757

Wednesday, July 30 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. Excelsior

Wednesday, August 13 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. Eureka Valley

Chinatown Teen’ZineWorkshop activities include: bilingual blog publishing, digital photography, database learning, gaming, homework help and more. Ages 12+

Saturdays, June 14; July 23; August 16 2 – 4 p.m. Chinatown

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Music, Dance, & Martial ArtsYouth Talent ShowCan you sing, dance, tell jokes, recite poetry or play an instrument? Share your special talent by perform-ing in front of friends and family. Children and teens. Registration required.

Saturday, August 9 • 3 – 4 p.m. Parkside · Register: (415) 355-5770

Hip-Hop Workshop with Destiny ArtsLearn the basic moves! Ages 10-18

Thursday, June 26 • 4 – 5 p.m. Mission

Wednesday, July 9 • 4 – 5 p.m. Main Library Children’s Center

Capoeira with Destiny ArtsLearn the fundamentals of this Afro-Brazilian martial-art that incorporates dance, agility, grace, music, instrumentation and play.

Wednesday, July 9 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. Ortega

Saturday, July 19 • 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. West Portal

Martial Arts with Destiny ArtsEmpower yourself with the basics of Martial Arts! Ages 10-18

Wednesday, August 6 • 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Excelsior

Saturday, August 9 • 1:30 – 2:30 p.m. Ocean View

Saturday, August 9 • 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Bayview · Register: (415) 355-5757

Teen’Zine GamingPlay Wii games. Ages 8-18

Saturday, June 7 2 – 4 p.m. Chinatown

End of Summer Gaming Party!Board games, snacks, and Wii games for children and teens. All ages welcome, but games best suited for 5+.

Friday, August 8 • 3 – 5 p.m. Mission

miscellaneous programs

Summer Teen Book Trailers Find out what’s hot this summer as we watch the latest teen book trailers, author interviews, and more. Giveaways and snacks. Ages 12-18 Contact: dorcas.wong@sfpl.org

Saturday, July 5 • 2 – 3 p.m. West Portal

Tuesday, July 15 • 2 – 3 p.m. Parkside

VIP Gaming TournamentAttend sessions on business and development of games, compete against your friends on the latest games. Win AWE-SOME prizes! Space limited; registration required. rules and registration contact Ileana at ileana.pulu@sfpl.org or (415) 355-5757. Ages 12 - 18

Wednesdays, July 9, 16, 23, 30; August 6, 13 Fridays, July 11, 18, 25; August 1, 8 Monday, August 11 All sessions are from 1 – 3 p.m. at Bayview

Sourdough Starter Workshop Cat Shimizu, the “breaducator” from Sour Flour, will talk about the art and science of making bread using a sourdough starter.

Wednesday, June 4 • 1 – 3 p.m. Ingleside

Chocolate Tasting Can you identify the chocolates of the world? Ages 10-18 Register: mary.massa@sfpl.org

Tuesday, July 15 4 – 5:30 p.m. Mission

Code Camp for Teens! Learn how to do basic computer coding and make your own website page! No previous experience necessary. Ages 11-18

Thursdays, July 10, 24 4:30 – 6 p.m. Main Children’s CenterInfo: richard.le@sfpl.org or (415) 557-4599

moviesNow We Can Dance: The Story of the Hayward Gay Prom

The Gay Prom has been an annual Hayward event since 1995—one of the longest-running events of its kind in the country. Through interviews and scenes from the prom, the 30-minute film highlights the importance of having such an event for LGBTQ youth. Stay after to make but-tons for Prom or Pride! All ages. Snacks. Contact: marla.bergman@sfpl.org or (415) 355-2868.

Tuesday, June 3 4 – 6 p.m. Excelsior

Friday, June 6 4 – 5 p.m. Visitacion Valley

Friday, June 27 4 – 5:30 p.m. Eureka Valley

Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2(PG, 95 min. 2013) Ages 10-18. Snacks.

Thursday, June 19 4 – 5:30 p.m. at Bayview

Lego Movie(PG, 100 min. 2014) All ages. Snacks.

Tuesday, July 1 4 – 6 p.m. Excelsior

Brave(PG, 93 min. 2012) Ages 10+

Thursday, July 3 4 – 5:30 p.m. Glen Park

Endless Love(PG-13, 104 min. 2014)

Friday, July 11 3 – 5 p.m. Visitacion Valley

Frozen(PG, 102 min. 2013) Groups 5+: Call for reservations

Wednesday, July 16 2 – 4 p.m. at Sunset

Shanghai Noon (PG-13, 110 min. 2000)

Saturday, July 26 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Chinatown

The Pursuit of Happyness(PG-13, 117 min. 2006) Ages 10+

Monday, July 28 3:45 – 5:45 p.m. Bayview

Monsters University (G, 104 min. 2013) Groups 5+: Call for reservations.

Wednesday, July 30 2 – 4 p.m. at Sunset

Gimme Shelter (PG-13, 101 min. 2013)

Friday, August 1 3 – 5 p.m. Visitacion Valley

Shanghai Knights (PG-13, 114 min. 2003)

Saturday, August 9 2:30 – 4:30 p.m. Chinatown

Insidious Chapter 2 (PG, 100 min. 2014) Ages 13-18. Snacks.

Tuesday, August 12 4 – 6 p.m. at Bayview

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Fabric Origami with Jeanie LowLearn to process fabric to create unique 3D pieces of art! Materials provided. Limit: 15

Origami Envelopes Tuesday, June 3 • 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.North Beach · Register: (415) 355-5626

Origami Shirts Tuesday, June 10 • 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.North Beach · Register: (415) 355-5626.

Origami Cranes Tuesday, June 17 • 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.North Beach · Register: (415) 355-5626

Origami Kimonos Saturday, June 21 • 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.Chinatown

Button UpMake buttons using recycled magazines and comics or draw a picture. Buttons are 1½ inch in diameter. Ages 8-18

Tuesday, June 3 • 3 – 4 p.m. Parkside · Register: dorcas.wong@sfpl.org

Wednesday, June 4 • 3 – 4 p.m. West Portal · Register: dorcas.wong@sfpl.org

Tuesday, June 10 • 3 – 5 p.m. Mission · Register: mary.massa@sfpl.org

Olmec, Maya, and Aztec Workshop Explore the Meso-American. Create a clay plaque wall hanging. Ages 8-17 Registration required.

Thursday, June 5 • 3 – 4 p.m. Mission · Register: (415) 355-2800

crafts

Henna Tattoos with CharitieLearn the beautiful art of henna tattoos and wear one home! Ages 13-18. Space limited. Under 18 requires a signed parent/guardian permission prior to the workshop.

Tuesday, June 10 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. Main Library Children’s CenterRegister starting June 1: (415) 557-4599 or richard.le@sfpl.org

Wednesday, June 11 • 4 – 5:30 p.m. Bayview · Register: (415) 355-5757

Thursday, June 19 • 3 – 5 p.m. Bernal Heights

Wednesday, July 2 • 4 – 6 p.m. West Portal

Wednesday, July 9 • 4 – 6 p.m. Ocean View

Wednesday, July 23 • 4 – 5:30 p.m. Visitacion Valley

Thursday, July 24 • 3 – 4 p.m. Mission

Wednesday, July 30 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. Eureka Valley

How to Make Zori with GoGo CraftLearn weaving while making a pair of Japanese sandals made from scrap fabric. Materials, tricks, and tips are provided. Ages 13+ Limit: 12

Wednesday, June 11 2 – 4 p.m. at Bernal Heights

Duct Tape MasterpiecesMake a duct tape wallet, change purse, phone case or bracelet. Materials provided. Ages 8-18

Thursday, June 12 • 5:30 – 7 p.m. Potrero

Thursday, June 26 • 4 – 5:30 p.m. Richmond

Tuesday, August 5, 12, 19 • 3:30 – 5 p.m. North Beach

Beading ArtsString colorful beads to make adorable ornaments. Materials provided. Limit: 8 Ages 10+

Thursdays, June 19; July 24; August 7 3:30 – 5 p.m. North Beach

Blue Jeans Bike Bag or Cross Body Bagwith GoGo Craft Transform an old pair of jeans into a cool bag for your bike or a shoulder bag. Bring a pair of straight leg jeans and 2 belts, or use some of ours. Any skill level. Ages 12+

Thursday, June 12 • 2 – 4 p.m. Anza · Register: (415) 355-5717

Saturday, July 26 • 2 – 3 p.m. Potrero · Register: (415) 355-2822

Tuesday, July 29 • 2 – 3:30 p.m. Main Children’s Center · Register starting July 1: (415) 557-4599

Saturday, August 2 • 2 – 4 p.m. PresidioAvatar Plushie

with GoGo CraftMaterials provided. Ages 10-18

Tuesday, June 24 4:30 – 6 p.m. at Excelsior

T(w)een Knitting CircleLearn the basics or learn new tricks. Knitting needles and yarn provided. Ages 10-16 and all skill levels.

Tuesdays, June 24; July 292 – 3 p.m. at Merced

TerrariumsCreate a little terrarium world for succulent plants.

Wednesday, July 22 – 4 p.m. Western Addition

Jewelry Making with Chelsee Robinson Create your own bracelet, necklace, or earrings. Materials provided.

Saturday, July 5 • 2:30 – 4 p.m. Chinatown · Register: (415) 355-2888

Thursday, July 17 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. Main Children’s Center · Register starting July 1: (415) 557-4599

Friday, July 25 • 2 – 3:30 p.m. Richmond

Monday, July 28 • 3 – 4:30 p.m. Ortega · Register: (415) 355-5700

Thursday, July 31 • 4 – 5:30 p.m. Bayview · Register: (415) 355-5757

Sunday, August 3 • 2 – 4 p.m. Potrero · Register: (415) 355-2822

Thursday, August 7 • 2 – 3:30 p.m. Ocean View

Thursday, August 7 • 5 – 6:30 p.m. Glen Park

Ugly Craft ChallengeMake an ugly creature. Ma-terials will be supplied, but bring anything you would like to work with. Ages 6-18

Tuesday, July 84:30 – 6 p.m. at Glen Park

Teen Makers: SoftiesMake a felt stuffed animal. Light sewing required.

Friday, July 183 – 5 p.m. at Visitacion Valley

Stuffed CrochetMaterials provided or bring your own yarn and crochet hook. Limit: 8 Ages 10+

Fridays, August 1, 83:30 – 5:30 p.m. at Chinatown

Beading Art Materials provided. Limit: 8 Ages 10+

Thursdays, June 19; July 24; August 73:30 – 5:30 p.m. at North Beach

Teen Makers: Everything but the Kitchen SinkWork with a variety of supplies to create whatever you want.

Friday, August 8 • 3:30 – 5 p.m. at Visitacion Valley

Henna Tattoos with Rachel AnneFree, safe, and temporary tattoos. Limit: 20 Ages 12-18. Re-quires a signed parent permission form.

Friday, August 15 • 2 – 3:30 p.m. Richmond · Register: pauline.harris@sfpl.org or (415) 355-5610

CrochetLearn the basics of crochet. Materials provided. Limit: 6 Ages 10-18

Tuesdays, July 1, 8, 153:30 – 5 p.m. North Beach

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library LocationsANZA 355-5717 550 37th Ave. (near Anza)

BAYVIEW355-57575075 Third St. (at Revere)

BERNAL HEIGHTS355-2810 500 Cortland Ave. (at Moultrie)

CHINATOWN/HIM MARK LAI355-28881135 Powell St. (near Jackson)

EUREKA VALLEY/HARVEY MILK MEMORIAL355-56161 José Sarria Court (16th Street near Market)

EXCELSIOR355-28684400 Mission St. (at Cotter)

GLEN PARK355-28582825 Diamond St. (near Bosworth)

GOLDEN GATE VALLEY355-5666 1801 Green St. (at Octavia)

INGLESIDE355-28981298 Ocean Ave. (at Plymouth)

MAIN LIBRARY557-4400100 Larkin St. (at Grove)

MARINA355-28231890 Chestnut St. (near Webster)

MERCED355-2825155 Winston Dr. (at 19th Ave.)

MISSION355-2800300 Bartlett St. (at 24th St.)

MISSION BAY355-2838960 Fourth St. (at Berry)

NOE VALLEY/SALLY BRUNN355-5707451 Jersey St. (near Castro)

NORTH BEACH355-5626850 Columbus Ave. (at Lombard)

OCEAN VIEW355-5615345 Randolph St. (at Ramsell)

ORTEGA355-57003223 Ortega St. (at 39th Ave.)

PARK355-56561833 Page St. (at Cole)

PARKSIDE355-57701200 Taraval St. (at 22nd Ave.)

PORTOLA355-5660380 Bacon St. (at Goettingen)

POTRERO355-2822 1616 20th St. (near Connecticut)

PRESIDIO355-28803150 Sacramento St. (near Baker)

RICHMOND/SEN. MILTON MARKS355-5600351 9th Ave. (near Clement)

SUNSET355-28081305 18th Ave. (at Irving)

VISITACION VALLEY355-2848201 Leland Ave. (at Rutland)

WEST PORTAL355-2886190 Lenox Way (at Ulloa)

WESTERN ADDITION355-5727 1550 Scott St. (at Geary)

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