OPL Closed July 4th

Oxford Public Library will be closed on Thursday July 4 in observance of the Fourth of July holiday. We will re-open on Friday July 5.

Have a safe and fun holiday!

Guest Reviewer: Lance Kennedy

Teen Reviewer Lance Kennedy, 12, read A Dangerous Path by Erin Hunter and loved it. A Dangerous Path is book is #5 of the original Warriors Series, a continuing saga about four clans of feral cats (Thunderclan, Shadowclan, Riverclan, and Windclan) who co-exist together in the wilderness. However, dealings between the clans aren't always peaceful.This 6-book series centers around Fireheart, a former kittypet (pet cat) who ran away from home to join Thunderclan. Despite his pampered beginnings, Fireheart eventually earned the respect of his clanmates, raising to the rank of deputy (second in command) and eventually taking over the clan when the old leader dies.

Here is Lance's review:

A Dangerous Path was about the challenges of Fireheart and how he deals with Tigerstar (Shadowclan leader), his worst enemy. Bluestar (leader of Thunderclan) is dying, and Fireheart needs to figure out what Tigerstar is up to. Fireheart finds out Tigerstar plans to unleash giant dogs on Thunderclan. Fireheart saves his the whole clan, except for Bluestar, who dies. This means Fireheart is Firestar, the new leader of Thunderclan.--Lance Kennedy, 12, guest reviewer

Lance feels this book is most appropriate for readers 12-15. He would highly recommend this book-and this fantasy/adventure series-to a friend. 

Monthly Poll: Best Teen Book-to-Movie Adaption Winner

The ballots have been counted and the results are in! A total of 49 teens cast their votes to let us know what is the Best Teen Book-to-Movie adaption. And the winner by a landslide is Harry Potter with 20 votes! Following this is Twilight (11 votes), Lord of the Rings (7 votes), Perks of Being a Wallflower and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World (both 4 votes), and Princess Bride (2 votes). There was also one (1) write-in vote for Hunger Games. 

Our contest winner is Miranda Bouren. Congratulations, Miranda!

For our July contest, you'll get to let us know what popular book trend you're sick of.

Flying Aces: Rescheduled

Yesterday's weather may have prevented the Flying Aces Frisbee Dog show from happening as scheduled, but fear not! The show has been rescheduled for Thursday July 25 @ 6:30 p.m. 

Still have questions? Contact the library @ 248-628-3034.

Teen Reviewer: Tori Coker

Teen Reviewer Tori, 12, read Monster High, by Lisi Harrison (of Clique fame) and thought it was awesome! Here is her review:

"I really enjoyed this book and the rest in the (Monster High) series. I wouldn't say it was a realistic story, considering it's about a bunch of high schoolers who are monsters. One of the reasons I enjoyed it was because of the love story. I love books with that quality :) I would recommend it to any girl my age!"

Tori also loved Mockingjay, the final book in Suzanne Collins' Hunger Games trilogy: 

"This book is the last addition to the series, and I think it ends well. It's got its ups and downs, but the main character heals herself. It kills off two of my favorite characters, which I wasn't very happy about. But it has an epilogue that shows 20 years later, which is always a good thing. I can't wait to read more books like this one!"

Tori recommends both books.

Want to be a Teen Reviewer for this blog? Stop by the Teen Desk and talk with Alissa Bach.

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Flying Aces Frisbee Dogs: Tomorrow!

There's still room to sign up to attend our Flying Aces Frisbee Dogs program, which takes place @ 6:30 p.m. tomorrow (June 27) on the lawn outside the library. Come be amazed, astounded, and awestruck as these adorable dogs run and leap and perform awesome stunts before your very eyes. Bring a blanket, but please leave your own pets at home.

As this is an outdoor program, we must keep the weather in mind. Tomorrow's forecast is (according to the Weather Channel Website) is mid-80s with a 30% chance of rain/thunderstorms. If the program gets rained out (and we hope it won't), the rain date will be July 25. 

T-Shirt Craft: Monday June 24

T-Shirt Craft: Sharpie Tie-Dye

Monday June 24 @ 3-4:30 p.m.

The OPL Teen Department will be hosting a Sharipe Tie-Dye program this coming Monday (June 24) @ 3-4:30 p.m. as part of our 2013 Teen Summer Reading Program. These T-Shirts achieve that cool tie-dye look, but without the mess. And, like traditional tie-dye, each Sharpie tie-dye outcome is one-of-a-kind. Plus, the craft is a lot of fun!

Registration is required for this program, and you must be a Teen (entering 6th grade in the fall-12th grade) to be eligible. So please make other arrangements for younger siblings and parents. Also, for those registered and planning to attend, please remember to bring a clean white or light-colored T-shirt (tip: the colors work better if the shirt is pre-washed). 

We'll see you there! --AJB