TEEN SCENE

Creative Nonfiction for Teens

with Frankie Finley

Grades 9-12
Wednesdays, April 11-May 30, 5:30-7:00 pm
$40

Attention, teen writers! Do you have a story about your own life that you want to tell? Do you want to experiment with writing creative nonfiction, but aren’t sure what to write about? In this workshop, we’ll brainstorm on writing essays about everything from the big events in life to the tiny ones, explore storytelling skills that create effective nonfiction, and sort out all the sub-genres of creative nonfiction.

Flashimation

with Stephen Moore

Grades 9-12
Saturdays, April 14-May 5, 10:00 am-noon $40

Have you ever wanted to create your own animated short film or cartoon? You will use Adobe Flash to transform pictures, drawings, shapes, and text into amazing animations. No previous experience needed—just bring great ideas!

First Draft: Teen Life in Poetry

Grades 9-12
Choose Your Location:
Central Branch Library, 140 E. Main Street
Thursday, April 19, 6:00-8:00 pm
FREE; Call 859-231-5500 to register

Tates Creek Branch Library, 3628 Walden Drive
Saturday, April 21, 1:00-3:00 pm
FREE; Call 859-231-5580 to register

Poetry is all around us, from the quiet sounds of nature to the rhythm of your walk to billboards, commercials and the chaos of life. Writer, artist and blogger Brooke Harris will introduce you to several fun prompts to get the creative side of your brain thinking about the world around you in a new way—in the sounds, images and style of poetry. Offered in collaboration with the Lexington Public Library. NOTE: These workshops take place at the Central & Tates Creek branches of the Lexington Public Library. Please call the numbers listed above to reserve a spot!

ACT Test Prep

with Johanna Schafer

Thursdays, January 26-March 15, 5:15-7:15 pm
Optional practice test
Saturday, March 10, 10:00 am-1:30 pm
$30

With a focus on the four essential ACT subject areas, a review of test-taking strategies, and a real-time ACT practice test with a final review session, students will prepare for the upcoming ACT Test dates of October 22, December 10, and beyond!

Teen Howl Poetry Series

Hosted by Elizabeth Beck & Jay McCoy
At The Morris Book Shop, 882 East High Street
First Thursday of every month, 6:00 pm
FREE
Come and share your words! Open mic for poets under 21. Also enjoy a featured poet, music, and more!

TEEN TOPIX

The Teen Topix series is perfect for teens with siblings at Family Fun and Learning Night, but open to all teens ages 13-18. After class, join the FFLN participants for free dinner.

Focus on Teens

Tuesday, January 24,5:30-6:45 pm, FREE
What would make Lexington a cooler place for teens, and what kinds of programs and classes would you like to see at the Carnegie Center? Join in the conversation and make your voice heard!

Study Skills

with Sharon Liu
Tuesday, February 21, 5:30-6:45 pm
FREE
Are you sick of forgetting deadlines, losing homework, and not remembering anything after a test? Relax. A relatable guide will help you find a realistic and personally tailored study structure.

Teen Howl Poetry

with Elizabeth Beck
Tuesday, March 20, 5:30-6:45 pm
FREE
Be a part of Lexington’s only poetry series for the under-21 crowd! We’ll write, we’ll read, we’ll slam. Join us for this workshop and also take part in open mic nights throughout the year. See above for information on the Teen Howl Series.

Money Talks

with Johanna Schafer
Tuesday, April 17, 5:30-6:45 pm
FREE
Celebrate Financial Literacy Month by gaining the money skills needed for personal financial success. It’s never too early to learn the basics of money management, including budgeting, savings, and credit.

Healthy Summer Snacking

with Sara Talbott
Tuesday, June 12, 5:30-6:45 pm
FREE
Tired of the same old snacks? Join us and find out how to make new treats for summer that taste great and are healthy, too!