Centerville Teen Advisory Board
Meeting Minutes
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Our Literary Costume Contest went really well. We had 9 teens and a visitor.  All of the teens had really great costumes ranging from King Arthur to Anne Frank.  We also had a trivia scavenger hunt which everyone seemed to really enjoy.

We had to cancel our planned meeting for the 11th of November, since the library will be closed; because everyone is going to be busy for the holidays we have decided just to wait for our December 1st meeting (Saturday at 10:30 AM). 

Centerville TAB Meeting Notes   09/30/2006

Four TAB Members Attended:  Eric, Erica, Sehoy, Gargi

One TAB branch representative: Jeff Poole 

Discussion:  

Upcoming Events

• Open Mic Night Saturday, Oct. 14^th
• Teen Read Week is October 15^th-21^st
• Daily prize raffle all Teen Read Week.
• Team Trivia at SUW and DDR at FFR
• Gwinnett Read Starts this month

New Business

• Asked if a TAB MySpace page would be a good way to keep TAB members updated, but only one of the members was currently a user, and some members might not be allowed to use it.  Decided to stick with current mail updates.
• Upcoming costume party:  decided would have best costume contest and book trivia to go with literary theme.  Also decide to try a weekday evening since next meeting will be more activity oriented. 

Today’s project:

• The members came up with new Monthly Activities for the Teen Area, or made posters for the ones we came up with last month.

Next Meeting:

• Literary Costume Contest:  the meeting will be held on October 23^rd (Monday) at 6:00 P.M. in the Centerville Community Center.  Members and visitors are welcome to come dressed as any person or thing that can be found in a book.
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07/18/2006

Eight TAB Members attending: Raj, Neil, Jay, Tanvi, Gargi, Grace, Moseka, Lindsey, and Eight Guests.

Two TAB branch representatives: Leigh Skowronski and Jeff Poole

 Dance Dance Revolution Party:

• We had been planning on using the DDR equipment, and decided that we would use the opportunity as an end of summer TAB party.  We provided pizza, snacks, and drinks for the teens that came to socialize and play Dance Dance Revolution.  We had pretty good turnout with 16 teens all together.

Discussion:

• We had a brief discussion while eating our pizza. 
• There was some interest in hosting an Open Mic Night.
• The Teens enjoyed the DDR night so much they asked about the possibility of having a video game night where they would provide their own games.
• There was also interest expressed in playing a sport of some kind (baseball seemed to be the most popular.

Next Meeting: 

Book Club

• (There will be no book club selection for next month.)

Next Meeting Date:

• Saturday, August the 19^th at 10:00 AM.

05/06/2006

 Eight TAB Members attending: Raj, Neil, Jay, Eric, Tanvi, Grace, Moseka, & Adarsh

One TAB branch representative: Leigh Skowronski 

Discussion:

We reminded the teens about upcoming GCPL Teen Events including the Real World CSI at various branches. A flyer was distributed with a listing of the summer planned teen events. 

TAB Movie night at Centerville- This would not be possible without purchasing a license for $75 for showing one movie. It was determined that this was not the best way to spend our Centerville TAB funds. 

Dance Idea- Our TAB members continue to be interested in a library sponsored dance. We determined that this was too big of an event for our resources and time but offered them a Dance Dance Revolution session instead. There was enough interest in this to proceed with the plans so we will reserve the equipment for one of our summer meetings. 

Several TAB members inquired about volunteer and/or employment opportunities for the summer.  

Today’s project: TAB Tote Bags: The teens had a wonderful time decorating their tote bags. We did run into some difficulties with some of the art materials but most problems were resolved and, in general, the teens were pleased with the results.  

Next Meeting: 

Book Club Selection

• Soldier Boys by Dean Hughes – we were to have discussed this book for today’s meeting but did not have time due to our tote bag project. We will table the discussion until next meeting.

Next Meeting Date:

• Thursday, June 8^th from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

      Continue decorating tote bags and set date for our Dance, Dance, Revolution. 

 

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Centerville TAB Meeting Notes  04/15/2006

 Six TAB Members attending: Raj, Neil, Jay, Eric, Tanvi, Jordan

Two TAB branch representatives: Leigh Skowronski, Jeff Poole

Old Business: 

Don’t Forget Our Upcoming Teen Events

• Snellville Branch Poetry Café on Friday, April 21st
• Spring Clean Your Style
• Real World CSI

Business: 

TAB Tote Bags

• We have decided on a design for our TAB tote bags, and will be stenciling the design onto the bags.
• We also decided to use Green, Yellow, and Blue as the main colors on the design.
• We will begin painting the bags at our next meeting in May.

Ideas for Centerville Teen Activities

• Movie Night—as part of TAB meeting on our first summer meeting on June 8th.
• Teens mentioned the Teen Dance idea again.  There seems to be a great deal of interest in this idea.

Volunteer Opportunities

• Vacation Reading Program coming soon and the library will need help.
• There are always volunteer opportunities available at the library.

Centerville Teen Book Reviews

• We have created a book recommendation form that can be filled out by any teen who would like to recommend a book.
• It will be kept in the Teen Scene area.

Book Club Selection

• Discussion of  Touching Spirit Bear by Ben Mikaelsen

Next Meeting: 

Book Club Selection

• Soldier Boys by Dean Hughes

Next Meeting:

• Saturday, May 6^th at 10:30 AM

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Meeting Notes  3/4/2006 

Ten TAB Members attending: Erica, Adarsh, Raj, Neil, Jay, Grace, Erika, Eric, Tanvi, and a guest.

Two TAB branch representatives: Leigh Skowronski, Jeff Poole 

GAMES!

• We provided board games for the teens to play, and the TAB Members where also invited to bring their own games. 

Old Business: 

Don’t Forget Our Upcoming Teen Events

• Spring Clean Your Style
• Real World CSI
• Movie Nights
• Gwinnett Reads – Don’t miss the final events!

Business: 

TAB Tote Bags

• The tote bags have arrived, and are ready for TAB design.
• Be thinking of design ideas and we will vote for the best one at the next meeting.

Ideas for Centerville Teen Activities

• Movie Night—Separate time (evening)?—Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire was the most popular request.
• Teen Dance in the community center.

Book Club Selection

• Discussion of  The Goblin Wood by Hilari Bell

Next Meeting: 

Book Club Selection

• Touching Spirit Bear by Ben Mikaelsen

Next Meeting:

• Saturday, April 15^th at 10:30 AM

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2/11/2006 

Two teens attending: Adarsh, and Eric

Two TAB branch representatives: Leigh Skowronski, Jeff Poole 

Business: 

TAB Tote Bags

• We would like to make canvas tote bags with a “Centerville TAB” design for each TAB member.
• Be thinking of design ideas and we will try to decide on one next meeting.

Teen Readers’ Advisory Notebook

• We would like to start a notebook to be kept at the Information Desk.
• It would contain blank sheets for teens to make recommendations.

Ideas for Centerville TAB Activities

• Poetry night—During TAB meeting, and open to other teens.
• Movie Night—Separate time (evening).
• Duct Tape Activity—popular activity from last year

Next Meeting

• Game day—board and card games.
• Regular space not available, meeting will be in the library.

Don’t Forget Our Upcoming Teen Events

• Dance Dance Revolution
• Spring Clean Your Style
• Real World CSI
• Movie Nights
• Gwinnett Reads

Next Meeting:

Book Club Selection

• Next month’s book will be:  The Goblin Wood by Hilari Bell

Next Meeting:

• Saturday, March  4^th at 10:30 AM

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1/21/2006

 Ten teens attending: Neil, Raj, Jay, Adarsh, Tanvi, Grace, Erica, Jordan, Eric, Moseka

Two TAB branch representatives: Leigh Skowronski, Jeff Poole

Two Parents 

Business: 

Name Badges

• Everyone should now have a photo name badge.
• If you missed making the badges please see Ms. Skowronski about making one (don’t forget we’ll need a photo release form signed by your parent or guardian).

Contact Information

• Please check to see if you are receiving our notices by e-mail, mail, and phone.
• Our sign in sheet will now have space for you to let us know if you are not receiving notices, or to update your contact info.

Upcoming Teen Events

• Dance Dance Revolution
• Spring Clean Your Style
• Real World CSI
• Movie Nights

Gwinnett Reads

• Reading To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee
• This year teens are encouraged to participate.
• Don’t forget to enter the Book Cover Art Contest before January 31^st.

Presentation: 

Culture of India

• Presented by members:  Jay, Neil, Raj, Adarsh, and Tanvi
• Topics included History, Movies, Gods & Goddesses, and Clothing
• Questions and Answers

TAB members, dressed in their native clothing, talk about the culture of India 

Book Discussion 

The Magician’s Nephew by C. S. Lewis 

Next Meeting: 

Book Club Selection

• Next month’s book will be:  The Goblin Wood by Hilari Bell

Next Meeting:

• Saturday, February 11^th at 10:30 AM

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12/17/2005

Seven teens attending: Neil, Raj, Jay, Adarsh, Erica, Jordan, Emily

Two TAB branch representatives: Leigh Skowronski, Jeff Poole

 Name Badge Activity:

• All members decorated their own photo name badges.
• Badges will be worn with lanyards that Leigh will provide next meeting.
• Badges also laminated at the end of the activity.

 Seasonal Greeting Cards:

• Teens made and decorated their own greeting cards using old cards and other craft materials.
• Leigh also showed the teens how to make envelopes for their cards.

Demonstration of how to access and use the Teen Scene website. 

Dates have been set for the next five meetings:

• January 21^st
• February 11th
• March 4^th
• May 6^th
• April 15^th

Next Meeting (January 21^st; 10:30 AM):

• Indian Culture—Presented by TAB Members Jay, Neil, and Raj.
• Starting a Teen Reader’s Advisory Notebook.
• Book Discussion:  The Magician’s Nephew, by C. S. Lewis.
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TAB Meeting  Notes 11-05-2005 

In Attendance: Leigh S. & Jeff P. (TAB facilitators), Emily, Destiny, Moseka, Eric, Erika, Jay, Raj,  Neil, Modupe and Adorsh.  

Greeting old members, welcoming one new member and one guest.  

Leigh’s weaving demonstration.

• Brief discussion of different types of plant and animal fibers with samples to examine.
• Demonstration of hand spinning techniques using a drop spindle and spinning wheel.
• Demonstration of weaving on a four shaft floor loom.

• Teen participation in spinning and weaving using the equipment and techniques demonstrated.

Photo Badges

• Photo release forms not yet turned in need to be singed by next month.
• Pictures taken for those whose forms where signed.
• Will make ID badges next month.

Next Month’s Meeting.

• Will be held on 12-17-2005.
• We will be discussing future activities and working on ID Badges.
  
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Centerville TAB Meeting Notes 10-15-05 

Present: Jay, Raj, Neil, Leigh S. (facilitator) 

We had three new members attend today (brothers) but no established members who had attended previous meetings. The facilitator gave a brief history on the development of the Teen Advisory Boards at each of the branches and a sample of some of the programming from the first year of “focus on the teen”.  

Name Tags: Members made temporary name tags decorated with google eyes for Halloween. We discussed the group’s previous decision to make permanent, photo name tags. The boys attending today liked the idea. Photo release forms were passed out and were signed by the boy’s father at the end of the meeting. Photos were taken and the name tags will be constructed, decorated and laminated next session.  

Book Discussion- The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau: One of the three brothers, Jay, had read the book and really liked it. He gave a description of the book to his brothers with additional information supplemented by the facilitator. Jay was very excited to find there was a sequel to the book and he was eager to get a copy.  

Coming Attractions:

• Get Real Poetry and Writing Contest—Reception to be held at Suwanee Branch tomorrow
• Duct Tape program-Oct.
• Amazing Myths of Ancient Greece-Oct.
• Camera-Less Photography-Oct.
• Greeting Cards—Nov.
• Journaling- Dec.

Ideas for future programs

• The three new members (brothers) are all from India and have offered to present a program on their Indian culture. We discussed possible dates and decided on the January meeting to give them time to plan the presentation and to miss the holiday frenzy.

Dates for upcoming meetings

• November 5^th TAB facilitator, Leigh S, will bring her floor loom and spinning wheel for a hands-on demonstration.
• December 17^th- Program to be determined
• January (date to be determined) – The culture of India presented by Jay, Raj and Neil
  
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Centerville TAB Meeting Notes 9-3-2005 

Introductions 

Discussion about photo name badges for TAB members

• Pros include:  more staff familiarity, personalized, and easy introductions at meetings.
• Everyone agrees that photo name badges are a good idea
• Photo release forms will be passed out at the end of the meeting to be signed by parents.

Programs coming up at Centerville

• Get Real Poetry and Writing Contest—deadline September 22^nd.
• Teen Journaling Program—October 8^th
• Greeting Cards—November—29^th

Don’t forget programs at other branches!

• Check the Teen Scene Board or visit our website at www.gwinnettpl.org
• Members interested in possible e-mail notification about upcoming programs via Listserv or newsletter.

Ideas for future programs

• School Proms—would the girls be interested in a prom hair event?  They would, and some would be interested in attending even if they are not attending prom.
• All members expressed interest in more music related activities.
• Writing and theater related programs.
• Foreign countries—culture/politics/art.
• Animal demonstrations (exotic).
• Community service

Dates for upcoming meetings

• Continue to hold meetings on Saturdays.
• October 15^th
• November 5^th
• December 17^th

Next meeting (October 15^th)

• Make photo name badges/ make bookmarks.
• Book Discussion—The City of Ember by Jeanne DuPrau

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Minutes of the July 12, 2005 Centerville TAB Meeting

 The July meeting of the Centerville TAB was held Tuesday July 12^th at 7pm.  Two TAB members were in attendance. 

 The members discussed the book Full Tilt by Neal Shusteman.  Everyone present had read the book and we enjoyed a good discussion.

 The members then made a thank you card to send to the manager of Jillian’s to say thank you for the bowling party.

 After the card was finished we all went into the stacks to look for another book for a book discussion.   The  members chose the book Dust by Arthur Slade.\

 The next meeting will be announced on the web site and the teen area of the branch. 

Pam Jenny, Teen Rep

Centerville Branch
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Minutes for the May 7^th CEN TAB meeting 

Six TAB members were present for the TAB meeting, Moseka, Alec, Jasmine, Destiny, Jordan and Eric.  Also present was CEN Teen Rep, Pam Jenny. 

After introductions we discussed all the upcoming events for the summer and the new Teen VRP.    Talked briefly about the concert and asked if anyone new of a teen band that might be interested.  Handed out the invitations to the June 17^th bowling party to all TAB members in attendance, and encouraged them to attend. 

Decided we would use the bowling party as our June meeting and looked forward to July.  A book discussion was planned for the July meeting and after a trip to the stacks the book Full Tilt by Neal Shusterman selected.  

We finished up our meeting by making little books to give out for Mother’s Day. 

The next meeting will be Tuesday, July 12^th at 7pm. 

Pam Jenny,

CEN Teen Rep

Minutes for Centerville Tab Meeting 04/16/05

The Centerville TAB meeting was held for 15 minutes before our combined game day with the Snellville TAB. 

Two members were in attendance, Eric E. and new member Moseka E. along with Centerville Teen Rep Pam J. 

Information was shared about upcoming events and our invitation only Bowling Party at Jillian’s this June. 

Next Cen TAB meeting will be held Saturday, May 7^th at 10am.

Minutes for the February 5^th meeting:

Only one member was in attendance.  The upcoming teen activities were updated including CEN movie night. It will be held Friday February 25^th and will show the Princess Bride.

Asked for volunteers for Read Across America on March 2^nd and discussed a joint game night with the Snellville TAB. Kendra Skellen from E&O presented the Duck Tape Craft. The next TAB meeting will be announced.

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Minutes for the January 8^th meeting:

There were three TAB members in attendance.  It was reported that one of our members has moved out of state. 

Upcoming teen activities were highlighted, and members shared recently read books. Whispering to Witches by Anna Dale and Abarat: days of magic, nights of war by Clive Barker were shared. 

Saturday’s project was a poster to advertise the upcoming How to Draw Comics class.  The members then went out to the library to vote for the TAB Mission Statement and complete the January activity the Scavenger Hunt. 

The next meeting of the Centerville TAB will be held February 5^th when we will host E&O and do the Duck Tape craft.

 Minutes of the November 20^th Cen TAB meeting 

There were four members of the Centerville TAB in attendance along with Teen Rep, Pam Jenny.

After a welcome everyone took turns sharing a book they had read or were currently reading.  Selections included:  Inkheart by Cornelia Funke, My Brother Sam is Dead by James Collier, Jinx by Margaret Wild and Abarat by Clive Barker.

Members participated in cutting out die cuts for the December Teen Activity and in making origami ornaments for the Centerville Branch.

 The next meeting of the Centerville Tab will be on January 8^th at 10am.
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Centerville TAB Meeting  - September 18, 2004

 4 members present, 1 librarian

 Meeting began at 10 a.m.

 Introductions and welcome

 One new member who filled out a membership application

 Teen Read Week update

 Teen Writing and Poetry contest discussed

 Teens participated in a project to promote Teen Read Week

 Discussion on officers put off until more members present

 Next meeting Saturday October 30^th at 10am

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Centerville TAB meeting -  August 04, 2004

 4 members present, 2 librarians

 Mission

            Getting people involved in the library

            Creating program for teens and children

            Teen involvement

            Volunteering

 Programs

            Teen Book Discussion Group/Clubs

            Author visits

            Doing Programming for younger children

            Performing puppet shows

            Recognition parties

            Music Discussions

            Music performances (getting school band & orchestras involved)

            Lock-ins

            Holiday party

            Gift Tree in Dec.

            Teens are willing to go to another branch for a program

 Teen Scene Web pages

            Will look at the Teen Scene pages and come back with suggestions at the next meeting

 Advertising

            In the library

            In the schools

            Invite drama students

            Holiday party and invite teens to come

 Next meeting Saturday, September 18 at 10:00 am

            Refreshments – Grace – Fruit

                                    Eric – juices

                                    Jasmine & Destiny – pastries / carbs
 

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