HUGO trailer 2011 official - The Invention of Hugo Cabret movie trailer

Brian Selznick has created a unique book experience that combines images and text in the perfect way for this story.  He seamlessly combines settings from the Museum of Natural History, understanding of the hearing-impaired, and historical fiction in one thrilling story.
Brian has written and/or illustrated such classics as The Dinosaurs of Waterhouse Hawkins and The Houdini Box. His Caldecott-winning title The Invention of Hugo Cabret is now a motion picture, set for release this Thanksgiving.
Wonderstruck! Discussion Guide.

You can win a signed copy of Wonderstruck!  or a special Brian Selznick gift package by posting  your favorite book by Brian Selznick on Facebook.

Friday night at Connetquot Public Library with Angela Breslin and her fabulous teens was lots of fun.
The evening began with a fun book contest, matching the first line of a book with the book jacket.
Then the teens got to work, planning activities for the winter.  In addition to suggestions from Angela, teens came up with several of their own ideas. Because the group represented various ages and interests, there will be something for everyone this winter in Connetquot!

YASD and SCLS are jointly sponsoring a CELEBRATION for all teens who have ever participated in Battle of the Books. Come dressed in a favorite Battle costume and  be prepared for Book Trivia, a Duct Tape Battle, and the Coaches' Battle Pictionary competition. BE THERE !

Special guest MC: Tracey Firestone
Live Teen Band: Calico Galaxy
Where: The Loft Theater located in the Performing Arts Center at Dowling College
When: Friday October 21, 2011 7:00 pm to 10 pm.

All attendees should register with Joanne Albano.
 

Librarian/dancer Sarah Bedell recently read Bunheads by Sophie Black and sent us this review:

Finally a book has been written about the other side of ballet! Meet Hannah Ward; a devoted and serious ballerina who dances for the Manhattan Ballet Company. After meeting a handsome musician named Jacob, Hannah suddenly feels trapped in endless rehearsals and exacting schedules. Although she wants to excel in the company and be promoted to Soloist, she yearns for the freedoms of everyday life.
This is a must-read for dancers everywhere!
                                                                                                                                               

Our November 9 YA meeting will be a special one: Put ART in It.  Come and get hands-on practice will an art techniques you can use with your teens. Choose one of three  sessions:

• Make a simple comic book with Katy Hepner, member of the GGNFT committee
• Learn photography tips from Tom Casper, organizer of the successful teen photography club
• Try easy printmaking with Christine Dengel, expert print maker 

Following the breakout sessions, we will join together for a special presentation from Laura Lee Gulledge, author of Page by Paige. Laura Lee has worked as a classroom art teacher, an art therapist, cartoonist, and she also paints the holiday window displays for Macy's. She is a delightful presenter!

To register, contact Tracy McQuade tmcquade@suffolknet.org or 286-1600 and indicate which breakout session you would like to attend.