Young Adult Programming

Teen Programming

All Month Long

Teens complete a ballot voting for their favorites of the last year in movies,

TV, books, etc. Teens can vote once a day and receive a treat. 

Votes will be tallied at the end of the month. Winners will be announced on October 5.

Hurd/St. Andrews Golden Ticket Giveaway
All Month Long

Celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month with Hurd/ St Andrews Library. Show a staff member your library card and receive a golden ticket. At the end of the month, 5 golden ticket winners will receive cool prizes. One entry per day. 

Hurd/ St. Andrews Teen Advisory Board 

Wednesday, September 7 at 3:00 pm

Help plan fun and interesting programs for you and your friends at Hurd/ St. Andrews Regional Library. We meet on the first Wednesday every month to talk about what you want from the TeenSpot. For more information, please call  843-766-2546.

St. Andrews Library TeenSpot Theater presents "Alleigant"

Monday, September 12 at 3:00 pm

After the earth-shattering revelations of Insurgent, Tris must escape with Four beyond the wall that encircles Chicago, to finally discover the shocking truth of the world around them. 

Rated PG-13; 120 mins.

St. Andrews Library DYI- CD Art
Wednesday, September 14 at 3:00 pm
Unleash your creative juices in the library.

St. Andrews Library TeenSpot Theater presents "Confirmation"

Monday, September 19 at 3:00 pm

Eight year old Anthony is somewhat uneasy about spending the weekend with his alcoholic, down-on-his-luck carpenter dad Walt while his mom Bonnie and her new husband Kyle go to a Catholic retreat together. Rated PG-13; 90 mins.

St. Andrews TeenSpot Wii Half Day Party 

Wednesday, September 21 @ 1:00 pm Ages 12-17

Come play Wii games and have fun. 

Show off your skills and eat some snacks!

St Andrews TeenSpot 

Banned Book Puzzle Trivia

Monday, September 25 – Friday, October 1 All Day

Each day unscramble the picture puzzle and guess the banned book. 

Guess correctly and win a sweet prize.

St. Andrews Library TeenSpot Theater presents 

"My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2"

Monday, September 26 at 3:00 pm

A Portokalos family secret brings the beloved characters back together for an even bigger and Greeker wedding. Rated PG-13; 84 mins.

If you have any questions about any of the upcoming events, feel free to contact the 

Young Adult Department at 843-766-2546.

Cynthia Graham Hurd/ St. Andrews Regional Library

1735 N. Woodmere Drive Charleston, SC 29407

www.ccpl.org 843-766-2546

  Mon-Thur 10-8, Fri-Sat 10-6,  Sun CLOSED

Branch Blog: http://saintandrewsregionallibrary.blogspot.com/

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Teen Programming

TeenSpot Black History "A Difference Made" Essay Contest

Throughout January
This essay contest is open to all Charleston area students in grades 6-12. One winner will be chosen from middle and high school to receive a prize package. Entries must be submitted by Feb. 26, and the winner will be notified March 4. For contest details, contact: Patrice Smith at 843-766-2546. 

TeenSpot Celebrates National Book Blitz Month

Throughout January 

In honor of National Book Blitz Month, vote for your favorite between two books each week. Those who chose the winning book will be entered into a weekly drawing for prizes. 

TeenSpot Wired Monday/Teen Ambassadors Meeting

Monday, January 4 at 4 p.m.

Do a little homework, play computer games or just chat with friends during an open technology lab. Also help plan fun and interesting teen programs at the library. 

TeenSpot Theater presents San Andreas. 

Wednesday, January 6 at 4 p.m.

In the aftermath of a massive earthquake in California, a rescue-chopper pilot makes a dangerous journey with his ex-wife across the state in order to rescue his daughter.

Rated PG-13; 115 minutes. Refreshments will be served.

STEM at STA: Marshmallow Engineering

Monday, January 11 at 4 p.m.

Come and build marshmallow towers using mini marshmallows and toothpicks.

TeenSpot Theater presents Pitch Perfect 2.

Wednesday, January 13 at 4 p.m.

After a humiliating command performance at The Kennedy Center, the Barden Bellas enter an international competition that no American group has ever won in order to regain their status and right to perform.

 Rated PG-13; 116 minutes. Refreshments will be served.

TeenSpot Theater presents Age of Adaline. 

Wednesday, January 20 at 4 p.m.

A young woman, born at the turn of the 20th century, is rendered ageless after an accident. After many solitary years, she meets a man who complicates the eternal life she has settled into.Rated PG-13; 113 minutes. Refreshments will be served.

TeenSpot Short Stack Book Club

Monday, January 25 at 4 p.m.

Some Girls Are by Courtney Summer. 
Climbing to the top of the social ladder is hard—falling from it is even harder.  Regina Afton used to be a member of the Fearsome Fivesome, an all-girl clique both feared and revered by the students at Hallowell High... until vicious rumors about her—and her best friend's boyfriend—start going around.  Now Regina's been frozen out, and her ex-best friends are out for revenge.  If Regina were guilty, it would be one thing, but the rumors are far from the terrifying truth, and the bullying is getting more intense by the day.  She takes solace in the company of Michael Hayden, a misfit with a tragic past whom she herself used to bully.  Friendship doesn't come easily for these onetime enemies, and as Regina works hard to make amends for her past, she realizes Michael could be more than just a friend...if threats from the Fearsome Foursome don't break them both first. Refreshments will be served, and attendees will be entered into a $10 Amazon gift card prize drawing. 

TeenSpot Theater presents Avengers: Age of Ultron. 

Wednesday, January 27 at 4 p.m.

When Tony Stark and Bruce Banner try to jump-start a dormant peacekeeping program called Ultron, things go horribly wrong and it's up to Earth's Mightiest Heroes to stop the villainous Ultron from enacting his terrible plans. Rated PG-13; 141 minutes. Refreshments will be served.

 If you have any questions about any of the upcoming events, 

feel free to contact the

Young Adult Department at 843-766-2546.

Cynthia Graham Hurd/St Andrews Regional Library

1735 N. Woodmere Drive Charleston, SC 29407

www.ccpl.org 843-766-2546

Branch Blog: http://saintandrewsregionallibrary.blogspot.com/

Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com- St. Andrews Regional Lib

Mon-Thur 10-8, Fri-Sat 10-6,  Sun CLOSED

Teen Programming

Teen Programming

TeenSpot Invent a Holiday for August (teens)

Throughout August

Teens invent a holiday for the month of August. Place your entries in the Invent a Holiday display. Each week a holiday will be picked and the inventor wins a prize.

TeenSpot Back To School Crossword Puzzle 

Friday, August 1 – Wednesday, August 13

Take a moment to find all the words in the crossword puzzle, and be entered into a drawing for a free gift basket of school supplies.

TeenSpot Theater Presents I, Frankenstein.

Monday, August 5 at 5 p.m.

Frankenstein's creature finds himself caught in an all-out, centuries old war between two immortal clans.

 Rated PG-13; 92 minutes. Refreshments provided.

TeenSpot Theater Presents Pompeii.

Monday, August 11 at 4 p.m.

A slave-turned-gladiator finds himself in a race against time to save his true love, who has been betrothed to a corrupt Roman Senator. As Mount Vesuvius erupts, he must fight to save his beloved as Pompeii crumbles around him.

 Rated PG-13; 105 minutes. Refreshments provided.

TeenSpot DIY Craft 

Wednesday, August 13 at 4 p.m.

Design your very own pencil holders.

Exclusive Divergent Viewing Party

Monday, August 18- Saturday, August 30

Hidden in the library are symbols that represent the different factions found in Divergent. Find of the symbols to be invited to an exclusive Divergent viewing party. 

Viewing Party will be held on Saturday, September 6 at 3:00 pm.

TeenSpot Theater Presents Endless Love.

Monday, August 25 at 4 p.m.

The story of a privileged girl and a charismatic boy whose instant desire sparks a love affair made only more reckless by parents trying to keep them apart.

Rated PG-13; 104 minutes. Refreshments provided.

All activities are free and open to the public.

If you have any questions about any of our events please feel free to call

Patrice Smith at 843-766-2546.

 

St. Andrews Regional Library

1735 North Woodmere Drive

(Behind Village Square Shopping Center)

Charleston, SC 29407

843-766-2546

www.ccpl.org

BENEATH THE SURFACE Teen Summer Reading 2013 Activities

BENEATH THE SURFACE 

Teen Summer Reading June 2013 Activities

All teen activities are geared toward those that are 11-17. 

St. Andrews Library TeenSpot Surface Recommends

All Month Long

Fill your fish with a recommend book, bring it to the reference surface desk, and receive a treat.

St. Andrews Library TeenSpot Theater presents “Lincoln”

Monday, June 3 at 2:00pm

As the Civil War continues to rage, America's president struggles with continuing carnage on the battlefield and as he fights with many inside his own cabinet on the decision to emancipate the slaves. Rated PG-13; 150 mins. Refreshments will be provided.

St. Andrew’s Library TeenSpot Title Twist Tuesdays

Tuesdays June 4, 11, 18, and 25 ALL DAY

Unscramble the letters to find out the mystery book and win a sweet treat. Win a bonus treat if you can name the author of the book.

St. Andrew’s Library TeenSpot Theater presents “The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey”

Monday, June 10 at 2:00pm

A younger and more reluctant Hobbit, Bilbo Baggins, sets out on an "unexpected journey" to the Lonely Mountain with a spirited group of Dwarves to reclaim their stolen mountain home from a dragon named Smaug. Rated PG-13; 169 mins. Refreshments will be provided.

St. Andrew’s Library TeenSpot Food Fear Factor  

Tuesday, June 11 at 1:00pm

Come with a big appetite and a strong stomach—it’s time to face your fears! Registration not required. Prizes will be awarded to the top three contestants.

St. Andrew’s Library TeenSpot Cyber Book Jacket Bingo

June 16- June 22 Online

Play a game of cyber book jacket bingo game highlighting the 2013 Summer Reading theme, Beneath the Surface. See the information desk for further details.

St. Andrew’s Library TeenSpot Theater presents “Jack Reacher”

Monday, June 24 at 2:00pm

A homicide investigator digs deeper into a case involving a trained military sniper who shot five random victims. Rated PG-13; 130 mins. Refreshments will be provided.

St. Andrew’s Library TeenSpot Reads S’mores 

Wednesday, June 26 at 4:30pm

Make a very campfire treat while discussing your favorite summer read so far.

All activities are free and open to the public.

If you have any questions about any of our events please feel free to call

Patrice Smith at 843-766-2546.

St. Andrews Regional Library

1735 North Woodmere Drive

(Behind Village Square Shopping Center)

Charleston, SC 29407

843-766-2546

www.ccpl.org

St. Andrews Regional Library Teen Events

St. Andrews Regional Library
 Young Adult

December Calendar of Events

All programs are ages 12-17

St. Andrews TeenSpot Celebrates National Read a New Book Month

All Month Long.

In honor of National Read a New Book Month, teens can write down a title of a great book that they have read. When you recommend you get a treat.

SAT 101 @ STA TeenSpot

Saturday, December 1 at 4:00pm

Hands on training class demonstrating Test preparation and practice by using The Learning Express Library research database.  Class limited to 7 students between the ages of 12-17

 St. Andrews TeenSpot Presents “A Thousand Words” Ages 12-17

Monday, December 3 at 4 pm

A Marine travels to Louisiana after serving three tours in Iraq and searches for the unknown woman he believes was his good luck charm during the war. Rated PG-13; 101 mins. Refreshments will be provided.

St. Andrews TeenSpot Holiday Theater Presents “This Christmas” Ages 12-17

Monday, December 10 at 4 pm

A Christmastime drama centered around the Whitfield family's first holiday together in four years. Rated PG-13; 117 mins. Refreshments will be provided

St. Andrews TeenSpot Wired Wednesdays/ Teen Ambassador’s Meeting Ages 12-17

Wednesday, December 12 at 4pm

Come on in and have fun with technology set aside for teen use. We have laptops for surfing or homework and also videos games such as Wii and Playstation 2. Also come discuss plans and ideas for events at the library.

St. Andrews TeenSpot Holiday Theater Presents “New Year’s Eve” Ages 12-17

Monday, December 17 at 4 pm

The lives of several couples and singles in New York intertwine over the course of New Year's Eve.  Rated PG-13; 118 mins Refreshments will be provided

 

St. Andrews TeenSpot Wired Wednesdays/ Make It Take It Craft Ages 12-17

Wednesday, December 19 at 4pm

Come on in and have fun with technology set aside for teen use. We have laptop for surfing or homework and also videos games such as Wii and Playstation 2. Also create a cool take craft in time for the holiday.

St. Andrews TeenSpot Holiday Theater Presents “Men in Black 3” Ages 12-17

Monday, December 31 at 4 pm

Agent J travels in time to MIB's early years in the 1960s, to stop an alien from assassinating his friend Agent K and changing history. Rated PG-13; 106 mins. Refreshments will be provided

All activities are geared to those that are at least 12 years of age.

All activities are free and open to the public.

If you have any questions about any of our events please feel free to call

Patrice Smith at 843-766-2546.

St. Andrews Regional Library

1735 North Woodmere Drive

(Behind Village Square Shopping Center)

Charleston, SC 29407

843-766-2546

www.ccpl.org