Programs and events for Teens and Tweens in September and October.

1. WHAT’S ON
September/October 2014
Teens & Tweens
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Tuesday, Sept. 9
6 p.m.
Main Branch
They don’t have forever, they have
each other.
Kick off the school year with a free
screening of the blockbuster movie
The Fault in Our Stars, based on the
bestselling book by John Green, before it’s
available on DVD!
Plus, enjoy a free slice courtesy of Boston
Pizza Ajax.
Hazel and Gus are two teenagers who
share an acerbic wit, a disdain for the conventional, and a love that
sweeps them on a journey. Their relationship is all the more miraculous
given that Hazel’s other constant companion is an oxygen tank, Gus
jokes about his prosthetic leg, and they met and fell in love at a cancer
support group. Rated PG.
Tissues will be provided. Bring on the feels!
For ages 12-19.
Register:
www.ajaxlibrary.ca/events or
905-683-4000 ext. 8813
“Sometimes, you read a book and it fills you with this
weird evangelical zeal, and you become convinced that
the shattered world will never be put back together
unless and until all living humans read the book.”
~Hazel Grace Lancaster~
Are you in high school?
Are you an enthusiastic teen looking
for a volunteer opportunity?
Then we want you!
We are looking for teens that would
be interested in helping kids ages
four to 12 with their reading while
having fun with crafts, games and
technology.
Ajax Reading Circle
Saturdays beginning Sept. 13
10:30 — 11:30 a.m.
Proficiency reading and speaking English or
French required.
Le club français
Mondays beginning Sept. 29
6:30 — 7:30 p.m.
Proficiency reading and speaking French
required.
Pick up an application form at any
branch, or visit the Jobs & Volunteer
Opportunities section of
www.ajaxlibrary.ca.
Mandatory training sessions will be
held on Thursday, Aug. 28 at
2:30 p.m. for the Ajax Reading Circle,
and during the week of Sept. 15 for
Le club français.
the fault in our
stars movie party

2. Young Adult
Book Club
Please note: Our movie titles may change at any time. For the
most up-to-date information, please visit www.ajaxlibrary.ca
or call any of our branches.
Register online at www.ajaxlibrary.ca/events
or by phone 905-683-4000 ext. 8813.
Moviesat the Main
Thursday, Sept. 4 4 to 5 p.m.
the maze runner
by James Dashner
Thursday, Oct. 2 4 to 5 p.m.
the outsiders
by S.E. Hinton
YAB Club meets at Main Branch. This
free program is for Grade 9-12 students
but space is limited to 12.
Register:
libraryinfo@ajaxlibrary.ca or
905-683-4000 ext 8813.
The YAB Club is a fun way to read great
new books and hang out with friends at
the same time!
Want to have a say in what we read?
At each meeting members vote for the
coming month’s book choices!
Gamers
Club
Sept. 6 & Oct. 4 1:30 – 3 p.m.
Main Branch
Now featuring Wii & Wii U!
Meet other kids your age and compete
in multiplayer tournaments of hit games
such as Skylanders SWAP Force, Mario
Kart 8 and Super Smash Bros. Brawl,
followed by free play of any games the
group would like. Game on!
Drop-in program for ages 10 and up.
Belle
Sunday, Sept. 7 1:30 p.m.
Rated PG
The mixed-race daughter of a Royal Navy Admiral is
raised by her aristocratic great-uncle in 18th-century
England.
The Grand Seduction
Sunday, Sept. 21 1:30 p.m.
Rated PG
Tickle Cove is in dire need of a doctor so it can land
a contract to secure a factory and save itself from
financial ruin. Village resident Murray French leads
the search. When he finds Dr. Paul Lewis, the town
employs tactics to seduce the doctor to stay.
Jersey Boys
Sunday, Oct. 5 1:30 p.m.
Rated 14A
Four young men from the wrong side of the tracks in
New Jersey come together to form the iconic 1960s
rock group, The Four Seasons.
Registration begins Sept. 15.
Boyhood
Sunday, Oct. 19 1:30 p.m.
Rated 14A
Filmed over 12 years with the same cast, this is a
groundbreaking story about growing up, as seen
through the eyes of a child named Mason, who literally
grows up on screen before our eyes.
Registration begins Sept. 15.

3. Wednesday, Oct. 29
6 p.m.
Main Branch
If you’ve watched Jimmy Fallon’s infamous lip synch battles on YouTube and
thought, “I can do that!”, here’s the chance to prove yourself!
Pick an outrageous song, memorize the lyrics and choreograph some
over-the-top dance moves to perform while we blast the original recording on
our speakers. Friends and family are welcome to attend this special event to
cheer on Lip Sync Battlers. Free refreshments will be provided.
Register as either a solo performer, a duet or a group by emailing
libraryinfo@ajaxlibrary.ca with the following information:
• Performer name(s)
• Performer age(s)
• Performer school(s)
• Song title and artist of the song you wish to perform
Please be advised that music with coarse language may not be accepted.
Songs may also need to be shortened due to time constraints.
For Ajax students in Grades 9-12. Registration deadline is Wednesday, Oct. 22.
In celebration of 2014 Teen Read Week: Turn Dreams into Reality and
Libraries Inspire: Canadian Library Month.
Invisibility
by Andrea Cremer & David Levithan
Stephen is just like every
other teenage boy. He has
his favourite bands, likes to
read up on the world around
him and enjoys discovering
his hometown of New
York City. The one unique
difference? He’s invisible.
Written in alternating
chapters by Andrea Cremer (the Nightshade
series) and David Levithan (author of Every
Day), Invisibility tells the story of two people
trying to find a way to be together against all
odds in a cruel, unforgiving world.
Though Stephen is invisible to everyone
around him, he is still able to lead a
relatively good life. Then, when his mother
dies abruptly, he is thrust into a world of
loneliness − until he meets her. The one girl
who can see him.
Elizabeth came with her family to New York
City to escape her past. All she wants to do
is slip by and get lost in the crowd. However,
when she meets Stephen, she changes. All
of a sudden, she wants Stephen to see her
and to notice the world they live in with
each other. But the closer they get, the
harder it is to ignore Stephen’s curse. The
two must make the decision to either leave
what they have behind or face the music
together, before the world chooses for them.
I absolutely loved this novel. Personally,
I like the fact that this story is a fresh
new take on the supernatural love story
genre and is so much more complex and
enthralling. It truly shows that you are
greater than the sum of your parts and is
much more than just a love story. It is a
story about love.
For fans of all literary genres, Invisibility is
a fantastic read and brings out the unseen
wishes that we all have within ourselves for
life, love and the future that awaits us.
Reviewed by:
Patricia, Teen Advisory Council Member
book review
High School Lip Sync Battle!
T3: Tech Tools for Tweens
Bristle Bots
Saturday, Oct. 25
1 – 2 p.m. & 2 – 3 p.m.
Main Branch
Create a miniature robot using a toothbrush!
There are two sessions, and space is limited to five participants for
each session.
For ages 10 to 12.
Register:
www.ajaxlibrary.ca/events or
905-683-4000 ext. 8813

4. Hours & Locations
McLean Branch (905) 428-8489
95 Magill Drive
Mon & Fri 1 – 9 p.m.
Tue –Thu 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sat 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sun Closed (until Oct. 12)
1 – 5 p.m. (beg. Oct. 19)
Village Branch (905) 683-1140
58 Church St. North
Mon –Thu 3:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Fri –Sat 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Sun Closed
Main Branch (905) 683-4000
55 Harwood Ave. South
Mon – Thu 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Fri – Sat 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Sun 1 – 5 p.m.
Thursdays: Sept. 18 & Oct. 16
4—5 p.m.
Main Branch
This group will encourage you to keep writing,
challenge and stretch your imagination and, of course,
discuss what you can do to get published. Also, we plan
to have lots of fun, drink free coffee and eat delicious
cookies.
If you like writing stories, poems, song lyrics, essays,
flash fiction, comics, fan-fic, scripts, blogs, reviews,
articles -- or want to learn how to -- bring along a
notebook, a pen and your imagination!
At each meeting members will have the opportunity
to share and critique each other’s writing in a positive,
safe environment.
This free program is for grade 9-12 students but space
is limited to 12. We will meet on the third Thursday of
every month (depending on holidays) from 4 to 5 p.m.
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The Youth Centre Meet-n-Eats
Every Tuesday Noon – 2 p.m
Main Branch
Youth and young adults between the ages of 13-29 who are
not attending school are invited to join staff from The Youth
Centre for fun, informative sessions and a free lunch!
Topics discussed will include employment, housing, healthy
eating on a budget, family relationships and healthy sexuality.
This is a free, drop-in program.
The Library and The Youth Centre are grateful for financial support
provided by the Ajax Community Fund, administered through
Durham Community Foundation, made possible by the generosity
of the Town of Ajax.
Textnet (866) 460-4489
All branches are closed Sept. 1, Oct. 12, 13 & 31
Employment help
Northern lights canada
Mondays: Sept. 8 & Oct. 6
4—6 p.m.
Main Branch
Meet with a representative from Northern Lights Canada, an
organization that provides assistance with short and long-term
employment and educational goals. Drop-in program.
Library Closure - Friday, Oct. 31
On Friday, Oct. 31, all branches will be closed so Library staff
can participate in a day of training and development. You can
still access our website and catalogue to renew materials and
use our online and downloadable resources. Regular hours
will resume on Saturday, Nov. 1.