Comic Book Launch Party
Thursday, October 1
7 PM
For five straight days this past summer, teens got together at Wood Library's Comic Creation and Publishing Workshop and created their own comic book. Come check out the result of all that hard work at the Comic Book Launch Party on Thursday, October 1 at 7 PM at Wood Library. Witness the unveiling of "Questionable Production Values", view artists' drawings, get their autographs, and just talk comics! Refreshments will be served. Contact Jenny Goodemote at 394-1381 or jgoodemote@pls-net.org for more information.

Anime Club

Thursday, November 19

6-8 PM

Anime Club is cancelled for October. It will resume on Thursday, November 19 at Wood Library from 6-8 PM. We will be watching Juliet x Romeo. As always, snacks will be provided and the films and shows are recommended for ages 13 and up. Contact Jenny Goodemote at 394-1381 or jgoodemote@pls-net.org for more information.

Teen Nite

Thursday, October 8

7-8 PM

The weather is cooling down...come into Wood Library for a nice warm cup of hot chocolate. Or, warm yourself up by playing Rock Band, Super Smash Bros., or even Twister. Surf the web on wi-fi laptops and just hang out with friends! The next Teen Nite will be Thursday, October 8 from 7-8 PM at Wood Library. Show up early to help set up! Contact Jenny Goodemote at 394-1381 or jgoodemote@pls-net.org for more information.

The Big Read is HERE!

What is The Big Read? Wood Library and the National Endowment for the Arts want to inspire you to pick up and read the short stories and poetry by Edgar Allan Poe. Check out these great programs that you will want to be a part of!

The Mask of Amontillado
Thursday, October 1, 4:00-5:00 PM
Wood Library, 134 N. Main St., Canandaigua
Get ready for the Masquerade Ball by creating a unique mask. Make it as fancy as you like—color it, add jewels, glitter, or feathers. It can be the perfect accessory to any costume! All families and individuals are welcome for this free activity.

Masquerade Ball
Friday, October 2, 7:00-9:00 PM
Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion, 151 Charlotte St., CanandaiguaAs the official kick-off for The Big Read, historic Sonnenberg Mansion is the perfect place for a masquerade ball to honor Edgar Allan Poe! The lights will dim as dramatic readings of Poe’s major works, including “The Raven” and “The Tell-Tale Heart,” are chillingly delivered by state officials and other community members to a captivated audience. Students from Canandaigua Academy’s Drama Department will play Poe’s troubled characters including Fortunato, Roderick Usher, and Prince Prospero, and Poe himself will make an appearance. Guests will be challenged to guess the characters and Poe’s stories or poems. Costumes will be judged and prizes awarded. Teens and adults are invited to this ticketed, catered event. Tickets can be purchased at Wood Library for $8/person. RSVP by September 30.

A Writer’s Nightmare: Teen Horror Writing Workshop
Tuesdays in October, 6:30-8:00 PM
Wood Library, 134 N. Main St., CanandaiguaTeens can perfect their horror writing skills with John Michalko, Special Projects Teacher at Canandaigua Middle School, as they look at popular horror writers from the past and present and discuss what creates a truly horrifying read. Participants will craft their own horror story and share it with one another each week. Open to teens only. Must attend all sessions. Call 585.394.1381 to register.

Poe Panel Discussion
Monday, October 19, 7:00-8:30 PM
Wood Library, 134 N. Main St., CanandaiguaWood Library will host a discussion surrounding the stories and poetry, the author, the history, and the dark themes of Edgar Allan Poe. Kathi Nacca, retired Canandaigua Academy English Teacher and Wood Library employee, will moderate a panel of Poe experts as they discuss “The Bells,” “The Raven,” and a selection of short stories. Panel speakers include Sam Martina, Scott Schauman, and Bob Burns. Students studying the work for the first time and adults revisiting it are encouraged to join in the discussion. Free and open to all ages.

A Midnight Dreary: Tales of Edgar Allan Poe
Wednesday, October 21, 7:00-9:00 PM
Veterans Hospital, 400 Fort Hill Ave., CanandaiguaBristol Valley Theatre collaborates with Wood Library and The Big Read to celebrate the 200th birthday of America's Master of the Macabre, in a dramatic performance of Edgar Allan Poe's most haunting tales, featuring BVT’s Artistic Director Karin Bowersock and local actor Jim Ditmars. Ditmars has been with Bristol Valley Theater since 1995 and is no stranger to dramatic macabre. He has appeared in “Little Shop of Horrors,” “Corpse!,” and the world premiere of “Nevermore.” Students from Canandaigua Academy will grace the stage and treat the audience to period Gothic choral pieces. Performances are free and open to the public. The event will be held at the Veteran's Administration Auditorium in Building #5. Parking nearby.

Book Discussion
Canandaigua Middle School Library
Thursday, October 22, 2:15 PM
“The Cask of Amontillado” (for Canandaigua Middle School students only, closed to the public)

Gothic Jewelry Workshop
Thursday, October 22, 7:00-8:30 PM
Wood Library, 134 N. Main St., CanandaiguaErica Bapst, owner and designer of Adorn Jewelry in Canandaigua, will teach teens the art of creating their very own gothic jewelry. Teens will learn the basics of jewelry design while they construct a gothic necklace. Teens in grades 7-12 are encouraged to participate. Call 585-394-1381 to register.

A Midnight Dreary: Tales of Edgar Allan Poe
Friday, October 23, 7:00-9:00 PM
Bristol Valley Theater, 151 S. Main St., NaplesA second chance to see Karin Bowersock and Jim Ditmars take the stage as characters from Poe’s haunting tales in this encore dramatic performance. Free admission. Recommended for ages 12 and up.

Book Discussion
Canandaigua Academy Library
Thursday, October 29, 2:15 PM“The Raven”(Open to Canandaigua Academy students only, closed to the public)

Halloween Game Night
Friday, October 30, 5:00-12:00 PM
Wood Library, 134 N. Main St., Canandaigua
Bet you never thought board games could be spooky! John Michalko, game aficionado, brings piles of the scariest strategy board games to Game Night - just in time for Halloween! Play horrifying games such as Last Night on Earth, Zombies, and Mall of Horrors. Pizza will be provided. For teens in grades 8-12. Permission slip required. Call 585.394.1381 to register.

The Big Read is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and Arts Midwest.

Books & Bites

Monday, September 21

6:00 PM

Panera Bread in Canandaigua

Don't be shy! Share your thoughts on Jay Asher's Thirteen Reasons Why with other teens at Wood Library's teen book discussion group, Books & Bites. The next meeting is Monday, September 21 at 6:00 PM at Panera Bread in Canandaigua. Contact Jenny Goodemote at 394-1381 or jgoodemote@pls-net.org for more information.

Anime Club

Thursday, September 17

6:00-8:00 PM

You just have to sneak some Anime in between dinner and homework! On Thursday, September 17 from 6:00-8:00 PM at Wood Library watch Hayate The Combat Butler with other Anime fanatics! Food and drinks provided. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Contact Jenny Goodemote at 394-1381 or jgoodemote@pls-net.org for more information.

Teen Nite

Thursday, September 10

7:00-8:00 PM

It's time for back to school, but that doesn't mean you have to stop having fun! Take a break from homework and meet up with friends and play video games and board games, surf the web, and enjoy drinks and snacks on Thursday, September 10 from 7:00-8:00 PM at Wood Library. Come early if you want to help set-up. Contact Jenny Goodemote at 394-1381 or jgoodemote@pls-net.org for more information.

Congratulations to our Pizza Taste-Off Winners!

Teens at last week's Teen Nite were given the difficult task to determine who has the best cheese, best crust, best sauce, and best overall taste among Canandaigua pizza parlors. After sampling seven different pizzas, the teens voted:

Best Cheese: Pizza Hut

Best Crust: Pizza Hut

Best Sauce: Domino's and Shells'

Best Overall Pizza: Pudgie's Pizza

Congratulations to the winners! Thank you to everyone who participated including Wegmans, Tops Markets, Pontillo's Pizza, Pizza Hut, Domino's, Shells' Pizzeria, and Pudgie's Pizza.

Congratulations to our Summer Reading Winners!

Just for reading this summer, teens were given the chance to win some awesome prizes. Who won what? Here's the list:

Starbucks Prize Pack - Mara Kuenen

Gift Certificate Prize Pack #1 - Larissa Murphey

Gift Certificate Prize Pack #2 - Courtney Bullock

Staycation Prize Pack - Sara Phipps

Family Guy Prize Pack - Jessica Bordwell

Seneca Park Zoo Prize Pack - Brittany Bartell

Book Prize Pack - Kelley Vimislik

Halo Prize Pack - Cody Kelly

Anime Prize Pack - Kyree Martin

Food Prize Pack #1 - Grace Florian

Food Prize Pack #2 - Corie Eberle

Beauty Prize Pack - Capri Thomas

Adorn Prize Pack - Rachel Demkowicz

Grand Prize Winner of the Flip Video Camera - Katie McGuire

Once again, thank you to all the sponsors of the Teen Summer Reading Program. Close to 80 teens participated! Wood Library could not have done it without you!

The Recording Studio Experience

Saturday, August 22

1-4 PM

Finger Lakes Community College

3325 Marvin Sands Dr., Canandaigua

The registration deadline for The Recording Studio Experience is fast approaching! Sign up now to be involved in a fun summer program! Record your own songs on CD at the state-of-the-art recording studio at Finger Lakes Community College, take a tour of the studio, and enjoy a pizza lunch. Remember this summer with your own recorded CD! And, it's all free! Registration and permission slip required. Permission slip is available for download at woodlibrary.org. Contact Jenny Goodemote at 394-1381 or jgoodemote@pls-net.org for more information.

Teen Theater Performances - Friday, July 24, 7:00 PM @ All Things Art & Saturday, July 25, Noon @ Wood Library
Find out what teens have been working on all summer long—from writing to rehearsing to performing! "Cut the Cards" is play focusing on the issue of trust - how it can strengthen a friendship and how it can destroy one. Two free public performances will be held - Friday, July 24 at 7 PM at All Things Art in Canandaigua and Saturday, July 25 at Noon at Wood Library. Directed by Scott Schauman, Drama Teacher at Canandaigua Academy. All ages are encouraged to attend. Free admission.

Anime Club

Thursday, August 20

6:00-8:00 PM

Last Anime Club meeting before school starts so we had to make it a good one! On Thursday, August 20 from 6-8 PM, check out one of the best-selling anime - Yu Yu Hakusho, a story about a young troublemaker named Yusuke Urameshi. But in a single selfless act Yusuke dies while saving another. For such noble sacrifice he is given a second chance at life, but it’s to be a life far different than the one left behind. Now a Spirit Detective, the young man must track down demons and humans alike who desire to rule over the three realms of reality. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Food and drink provided. Contact Jenny Goodemote at 394-1381 or jgoodemote@pls-net.org for more information.

Teen Nite/Pizza Taste-Off

Thursday, August 13

7:00 - 8:30 PM

Just when you thought Teen Nite couldn't get any better! Not only is that extra half-hour filled with everything you would want to do during the summer - hang out with friends, play video games, board games, surf the web, and eat and drink - but has loads of pizza too! This year, Wood Library's annual Pizza Taste-off will be combined with Teen Nite on Thursday, August 13, from 7-8:30 PM. It is up to you to decide which Canandaigua pizzeria has best cheese, best sauce, best crust, and best overall taste! To do this, you must have more pizza than your stomach can handle! Plus, all that hard work you put into reading this summer finally pays off! Find out who will win the Grand Prize of the Teen Summer Reading Program, a Flip Video Camera, and other fantastic prizes! It will certainly be a busy night! Winners of the Teen Summer Reading Program do NOT need to be present to win. You did not need to participate in the summer reading program be attend Teen Nite or the Pizza Taste-Off. Contact Jenny Goodemote at 394-1381 or jgoodemote@pls-net.org for more information.

Anime Club

Thursday, July 16

6-8 PM

Escape the rainy summer by taking cover at Wood Library and watching some Anime! On Thursday, July 16 from 6-8 PM, watch Escaflowne: Dragons and Destiny with other Anime fanatics. Food and drinks provided. Recommended for ages 13 and up. Contact Jenny Goodemote at 394-1381 or jgoodemote@pls-net.org for more information.

Express Yourself @ Wood Library: Summer Teen Programs 2009

Teen Summer Reading Program - Thursday, June 25 - Thursday, August 13

So many reasons to join! Read whatever you want this summer - books, magazines, graphic novels, manga, and even audiobooks - and win awesome prizes! For every 100 pages you read, get a ticket and enter it into the prize drawing you want! Just think, read a 500 page book or five 100 page books and get 5 tickets! Visit Wood Library and check out the display case piled high with prize packs that contain your favorites like Anime, Sephora beauty products, Family Guy, Halo, fast food coupons, Target, Walmart, and Eastview Mall gift cards, and popular books. And don't forget about the Grand Prize this summer - a Flip Video Camera! Registration required.

Teen Photography Contest - Thursday, June 25 - Monday, August 3

Snap some great shots this summer and enter them into Wood Library’s Teen Photography Contest! Photos will be judged by Rikki Van Camp, photo journalist from Messenger Post Newspapers, Peter Blackwood, freelance photographer, and Canandaigua Middle School Art Teacher, Sally McKenna. Photos will be judged on overall photographic and artistic quality. Traditional photography as well as digitally altered images are allowed. Winner will receive a gift certificate to Finger Lakes Gallery and Frame to have his or her winning photo framed. Award reception held on August 10. See Main Floor Desk or visit woodlibrary.org for rules and guidelines.

Teen Nite & Summer Reading Kick-Off - Thursday, June 25, 7:00-8:30 PM
To celebrate summer and to kick-off Wood Library’s Teen Summer Reading Program, Teen Nite will be extended an extra half-hour. But that’s not all...FREE ice cream floats too! Get a headstart on summer by playing video games and board games, surfing the web, enjoying snacks, and just hanging out with friends. Teen Nites will be happening all summer long—7/9, 8/13 too!

The High Strung - Monday, June 30, 7:00 PM

For the past five years the quirky, carefree, energetic music of Detroit’s The High Strung has been electrifying patrons across the nation with the sunny three-part harmonies and witty,

lyrical bravado. This year the guitars that accompany the band’s catchy sing-along choruses are roaming the country again and are headed to Wood Library on Tuesday, June 30 at 7 PM. In addition to playing a full-set of their rousing Beatles-esque jams, concert goers will learn what

it’s like to tour year-round and what sort of enthusiasm it takes to maintain such faith in your art. With a new album coming out on Park the Van Records in spring 2009, The High Strung will perform a mix of favorites and new tunes, as well as writing and performing a new song at the library with the help of the audience. All ages welcome to attend. This organization is supported in part with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts Decentralization Program, which is administered locally by Phelps Historical Society & Phelps Arts Center. A “Let’s Hear It!” Wood Library program.

Game Night - Tuesdays, 7/7, 7/14, 7/21, 7/28, 8/4, 8/11, 8/18, 8/25, 6:00-8:30 PM

Time to go old school! Get away from video games and play strategy games with Canandaigua Middle School teacher John Michalko every Tuesday throughout the summer. Learn how to play Last Night on Earth, Touch of Evil, Family Business, Heroscape, and more! Challenge other teens and win by planning your next move!

Teen Theater Auditions - Thursday, July 9, 7:00-8:30 PM & Friday, July 10, 3:30-5:00 PM
Be a part of the fun! Whether you’re a seasoned actor and need to keep your acting skills sharp over the summer, or a novice performer who would like to have a taste of acting, Teen Theater is for you! Perform a play written by teens and work with Canandaigua Academy Drama Teacher Scott Schauman to bring it to life! Rehearsals take place from July 13-July 24. Must

attend both performances on July 24 and July 25.

Super Smash Bros. Tournament - Monday, July 13, 7:00 PM
Think you’re THE person to beat at Super Smash Bros? Prove yourself as you battle other teens who are vying for the right to be named The Super Smash Bros. Champion! The newly proclaimed champion wins a Mario T-shirt. Registration required.

Anime Club - Thursdays, July 16 & August 20, 6:00-8:00 PM
Get out of the heat and into Wood Library! Sit back, relax, and watch a Japanese animated film or TV film in cool comfort with a bunch of munchies and cold drinks. Must be 13 years old and up. Prizes given away!

Books & Bites - Mondays, July 20 & August 17, 6:00 PM @ Various Eateries in

Canandaigua

Do you like to read? Do you like sweets? Or an ice cold refreshing drink? Read two different books this summer and join the discussion with other teens over some delectable treats. See Main Floor Desk for details.

Teen Theater Performances - Friday, July 24, 7:00 PM @ All Things Art & Saturday, July 25, Noon @ Wood Library
Find out what teens have been working on all summer long—from writing to rehearsing to performing. Free admission.

Comic Creation & Publishing Workshop - July 27 - July 31, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Join a fabulous team of comic writers and artists! Michael Churchill, professional writer, and Ken Wheaton, professional artist, will guide you through the process of writing, drawing, and inking your own comic strip! Then see your artwork published into a comic book! Registration required. Recommended for Grades 7 and up. Comic Book Launch Party will be held on October 1.

Name That Tune! - Thursday, July 30, 7:00 PM
Get the entire family together as you and your parents, grandparents, and siblings try to guess popular songs spanning multiple generations and genres. Duke it out with other families! Top prizes will be awarded. Family registration required. All ages welcome to attend.

Tie One On! - Thursday, August 6, 7:00 PM

Who would have thought that there are so many creative ways to tie shoelaces? Open up a whole new world of lacing styles as you create a distinctive tie pattern with shoe laces in your school colors. Registration required. Open to Grades 6-12.

Teen Photography Reception - Monday, August 10, 7:00 PM
Check out all the entries from this year’s Teen Photography Contest! All artwork will be on display in the Community Room for the month of August, starting with the reception on August 10. Winners will be announced and judges will be on-hand to discuss the winning works. Refreshments will be served. Everyone encouraged to attend.

Teen Nite/Pizza Taste-Off/Summer Reading Drawings - Thursday, August 13,

7:00-8:30 PM
A jam-packed evening! You couldn’t ask for anything better than videogames, board games,

friends, wi-fi laptops, pizza, and prizes all in one night! First, hang out with friends as you play video games and board games, then decide in a blind taste-test which pizzeria in Canandaigua has the best crust, sauce, cheese, and overall taste. Stay to the very end and find out who will win the prize packs from this year’s Summer Reading Program. Don’t forget to bring in the tickets you earned from the Teen Summer Reading Program so you can stuff the boxes before the drawings. You do not have to participate in the Summer Reading Program to attend Teen Nite and the Pizza Taste-Off.

The Recording Studio Experience - Saturday, August 22, 1:00-4:00 PM @ Finger Lakes Community College
Remember this summer with your song recorded on your very own CD! Take a tour of the

state-of-the-art recording studio at Finger Lakes Community College, chow down on a pizza lunch, and then get ready to record a song! Registration and permission slip required. Must have own transportation to FLCC. Be prepared with two songs of your choice. Permission slip available at woodlibrary.org.

Teen Film Contest & Festival - June 25-August 20 Festival: August 27, 7:00 PM

What better way to express yourself this summer than writing and starring in your own film with family and friends? This festival showcases teen-made, -acted, -directed, and -edited movies and the teens behind them. Enter your movie into Wood Library's Teen Film Contest! Deadline is August 20. Winning film will be posted on Wood Library’s teen blog and Facebook page. For rules and submission guidelines, see Main Floor Desk or visit woodlibrary.org.

For more information or to register for programs, contact Jenny Goodemote at 394-1381 orjgoodemote@pls-net.org.

A special thank you to all of our summer reading sponsors - McDonald's, Burger King, Seabreeze Amusement Park, Wegmans, Wal-Mart, Sephora, Eastview Mall, Arby's, Taco Bell, Finger Lakes Gallery & Frame, Adorn Jewelry, Starbucks, Target, and Charlie Riedel's. We couldn't have done it without you!