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WriterLab for Teens

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Do you love language? Know what it feels like to breathe life into a character by putting pen to paper? Be empowered through storytelling, all while building writing skills. Explore your imagination through creative, hands-on writing activities and games. (For ages 12 – 17)

Calling all aspiring writers! Have you been searching for a supportive outlet for your work? Each week in WriterLab, we work together to improve our writing skills. We explore all forms and types of writing, so you can practice your favorite style and learn some new skills! 

January 6 
THEME: Mindfulness 
FEATURED BOOK: Obviously, Stories from My Timeline by Akilah Hughes.  
SUPPLIES: writing materials such as pen/pencil and paper. 
 
January 13 
THEME: Letters 
FEATURED BOOK: Code Name Verity by Elizabeth Wein. 
SUPPLIES: writing materials such as pen/pencil and paper. 
 
January 20 
THEME: Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Speeches 
FEATURED BOOK: Harbor Me by Jacqueline Woodson. 
SUPPLIES: writing materials such as pen/pencil and paper. 
 
January 27 
THEME: National Book Month 
FEATURED BOOK: Thirteen Doorways, Wolves Behind Them All by Laura Ruby. 
SUPPLIES: writing materials such as pen/pencil and paper. 

Registration is required for this event, and must be completed two hours prior to the start time. A library card is required for registration. If you do not have a card, click here to obtain a card.

Attendance is limited to 40 participants. Your Zoom name must match your registration name for you to be admitted to the program. A link to the Zoom meeting room will be sent 1 hour prior to the event.  

Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, accommodations for persons with disabilities are available upon request. Please allow 1–2 business days to process. Last-minute requests will be accepted, but may not be possible to fulfill. Please ask for Learning Services at 255-2665 or email JPLprograms@coj.net. 

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