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November is National Novel Writing Month, and we've got plenty of programs to help both adults and teens work toward completing a novel this month!
NaNoWriMo Write-Ins
Saturdays in November
2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Computer Lab
Discuss writing progress with other NaNoWriMo participants. Get your word count up with word sprints and challenges.
Learn It @ Your Library:
Write a Novel
Tuesday, November 19
7:00 PM, Room 201
Learn how to write a 50,000 word novel in 30 days without editing or worrying about plot. Discover ways to better manage your time and stress levels as you complete your novel.
Young Writers Program
October 30 - November 8
Teens can come to the Adult Service Reference Desk to sign up for NaNoWriMo's Young Writers program. Teens can also grab a writing prompt out of a jar and write for 3 minutes to get a piece of candy.
Night of Writing Dangerously
Friday, November 15
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Computer Lab
Meet other teens interested in writing and work on your NaNoWriMo word count or other writing projects. Compete in word count wars for candy and prizes. Find all the writing help, resources, and inspiration you need!
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 NOVEMBER 4 Stephen Gashler, Storyteller 7:00 PM, Ballroom
As a published author, an accomplished actor, an award-winning playwright, a puppeteer, and a musician, Steve knows how to make both children and adults clutch their sides with laughter and think about it for weeks to come.
NOVEMBER 11
Turkey Clothespin Magnet
6:30 - 8:00 PM, Story Room
Come and make charming turkey clip magnets, just in time for Thanksgiving.
NOVEMBER 18
BYU Young Company presents The Nightingale
7:00 PM, Ballroom
Members of the BYU Young Company traveled all the way to China to perfect this performance of Hans Christian Andersen's classic tale about true worth.
NOVEMBER 25
Santa's Workshop
6:30 - 8:00 PM, Story Room
Choose from a variety of craft projects to make for yourself or as a gift.
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TEEN PROGRAMS
Teen Volunteer Board
Wednesday, November 6
3:30 PM, Room 201
Come eat some snacks, work on a project, and play the Wii!
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COMPUTER CLASSES
Intro to Computers
Saturday, November 2
10:00 AM, Computer Lab
Learn the basics of using a computer and the Internet.
Introduction to Facebook
Saturday, November 9
10:00 AM, Computer Lab
A class for beginners interested in learning the ins and outs of Facebook.
Drop In Computer Clasee
Saturday, November 16
10:00 - 11:30 AM, Computer Lab
Drop in to ask any question, get help on a project, or even learn to download e-books.
Introduction to Cloud Computing
Saturday, November 23
10:00 AM, Computer Lab
Find out what the "cloud" is an how to crate and share documents and files with it.
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 At the Provo City Library, there are now more ways than ever to get in touch with a librarian to help you reserve a book, remember a title, or settle an argument by getting research on your side.
If you're near a computer, simply click the "Ask a Librarian" tab on the right side of the screen. A box will appear for you to type your question, and you can choose to receive your answer by live chat (if a librarian is available), text message, or email.
If you're not near a computer, you can text your questions or comments! Just text "Provo" to 66746 to access the service, then save 66746 as a contact in your phone. Whenever you have a question, just text it in and we'll respond as soon as possible.
So whether you're wondering what to read next or hoping to find some great resources to help your elementary schooler with that State report, be sure to ask a librarian; they're sure to have an answer.
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November AuthorLink Programs
Richard Kadrey
Wednesday, November 6
7:00 PM, Room 309
Fans of urban fantasy won't want to miss this AuthorLink event. Richard Kadrey is the author of dozens of stories, plus ten novels, including the bestselling Sandman Slim series, and will be at the Library as part of the national tour for his new YA novel, Dead Set.
Cheri Pray Earl & Carol Lynch Williams
Tuesday, November 12
3:00 PM, Room 309
Join local authors Cheri Pray Earl and Carol Lynch Williams as they talk about their new children's book series, Just in Time. Carol Lynch Williams is the author of more than 25 books for kids and teen readers; she teaches creative writing at Brigham Young University and has garnered several writing related awards. Cheri Pray Earl graduated with her M.A. in Creative Writing from Brigham Young University in 1995 and has taught writing and literature courses for the BYU Honors Program and English Creative Writing Program for the past 20 years.
Marie Lu
Thursday, November 14
7:00 PM, Ballroom
*Tickets Required
He is a Legend.
She is a Prodigy.
Who will be Champion?
New York Times bestselling author Marie Lu will be here as part of her national tour in support of CHAMPION, the thrilling conclusion to the LEGEND series. Free tickets for this event will be available Monday, November 4 at the 1st Floor Reference Desk.
Marie Lu graduated from the University of Southern California and jumped into the video game industry, working for Disney Interactive Studios. Now a full-time writer, she spends her spare time reading, drawing, playing Assassin's Creed, and getting stuck in traffic. She lives in Los Angeles, CA.
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