Ipod Winners are.......

The Winners of the 2006 Teen Summer Reading Club Raffle are Augusta Greenbaum & Subi Chockalingam!

Congratulations to both for a job well done!

Teen Dance on Friday August 11th!

The "End Of Summer Teen Dance" will be held on Friday, August 11th from 6:00 - 8:00 PM! Jester Jim Inc. will be our Dj for the evening. And don't forget, we will also be holding our raffle for 2 Ipod Nanos!

Ipod Raffles Are Available!

Raffles are now available for thhe Ipod drawing that will be happening at the "End Of Summer Teen Dance" on Friday, August 11th @ 6:00 PM.

Raffles only cost $5.00 Book Bucks and can be redeemed at the Reference & Young Adult Desk! Please ask a librarian if you have any questions!!!

Anime Club!

I would like to know how many teens like Anime? I’m thinking about starting an Anime Club, but would like to have some input on how we could run it. Please Comment or Email us any thoughts you have on how we could make this a successful program!

Dave J

Head of Adult & Young Adult Services

M. E. Kerr will be at the library this Saturday!!!

This Saturday, author M. E. Kerr will be here at the Westhampton Free Library at 4:00 PM! Ms. Kerr has written over 20 acclaimed novels, many of which takes place here on Long Island!

And don't forget... PIZZA will be served!!!!



Dave - Young Adult Librarian

Make Sure to Bring in your Library Cards!

Please Make sure to bring in your library card when you come to the library! You need it in order to log onto the computers, and to check out a book or DVD. 

Upcoming Teen Programs!

Here is a list of TEEN PROGRAMS the library will be holding. Remember, registration for all Teen Programs begin Saturday, April 1st at the Adult Reference Desk! If you have any questions, feel free to Email the YA Department at whamteen@gmail.com

TEEN ADVISORY BOARD
Wednesdays, April 12, May 31, & June 14 6:00—7:00 PM.
Hang out, meet friends and eat snacks. Help us select books, CDs and DVDs, plan programs, and help the library become a better place for teens. Please note New starting time.

Pretzel Making Workshop
Wednesday April 12 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Chef Erik Luhrs demonstrates the fine art of pretzel making. Twist and turn your yummy treat during this interesting workshop!

Lunch & a Movie
Come to the library with your friends and enjoy lunch while watching this Incredible Movie! (Signup at the Adult Reference Desk).
Saturday April 15 12:00 PM - The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe (Rated PG). Running Time: 2 hr. 12 min.

Young Boaters Safety Course
Saturday, April 22 9:00 – 5:00 PM
The U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary will be returning to the Library to help Teens have a safe summer of boating. Sign up at the Adult Reference Desk.

Get Ready To Baby-sit
May 13 10:00 – 1:00 PM
This is the perfect opportunity to prepare for a summer job babysitting! Learn all about child development and safety from the 4-H Life Skills Education Program. You will receive a certificate upon completion of the class.


Pizza & Books with Author M. E. Kerr!
Saturday May 20 4:00 PM
From her first novel, Dinky Hocker shoots smack! to her latest, Your eyes in stars. There is never a dull moment with the always popular, and often controversial award winning author, M. E. Kerr!


Friday Night Cinema
Visit the library and watch these great movies with your friends while enjoying your favorite snacks!

Friday May 26 4:30 PM - The Ringer (Rated PG13). Running Time: 1 hr. 40 min.
Friday June 17 4:30 PM - Pirates of the Caribbean (Rated PG13). Running Time: 2 hr. 13 min.


10th Annual Suffolk County Battle Of The Books!
1st Meeting Friday June 2 4:30 PM Regional Battle is Saturday, August 19 @ the Huntington Townhouse Jericho NY.
The Battle of the Books is an exciting competition among teams of young adults from 35 different libraries in Suffolk County. Questions are based on characters; plot elements, and other aspects of twelve different books. Help us win Suffolk County’s top reading title! Meetings will be held every Friday with drinks & snacks!

Teen Cooking Class: Fruit Tarts
Wednesday June 14 7:00 PM
Chef Erik Luhrs will demonstrate how to make these tasty treats!