Posted by: Sarah Cofer
So I'm listening to the radio (WNCI) the other day when I hear the song Blah Blah Blah by Kesha and I was shocked by the lyrics. I shouted at the radio "Seriously, young girls listen to that song! Be a role model." And then I saw Lady Gaga's new video for Telephone and my reaction was very smiliar. I know I am old(er than you :) ), but I like to believe I can still appreciate good music when I hear it.
My reaction got me thinking about how when well meaning adults complain about teen literature being too edgy or mature, I almost always think they are being a teensy bit over protective. In my opininon, its better to learn about something like drug use from a book rather than to actually partake in it. I know dozens of girls who've read Ellen Hopkins' books which are bursting with edgier topics like drug abuse, alcholism, suicide, pregnancy and much much worse. I am 100% certain none of the girls I know who've read these book are doing those things. Just because you read about it, doesn't mean you go out and do it. So I am begining to think my reaction to these songs/videos was a bit overkill, a knee jerk reaction if you will....since I am hoping that the same holds true for music. Just because you hear a song such as Blah Blah Blah, doesn't mean you are gonna go out and do those things....right? right??? I would LOVE to know what you think of Ms. Kesha and her songs. I would love to know what you think of today's popular music in general.
Please discuss!!!
6:28 PM
Add/Read Comments (2)Posted by: Ann Pechacek
I just finished one of the most powerful graphic novels I have ever read. I picked the book for our 7th grade Book and Bag discussion group and I am so PLEASED to be able to share it with them and will you.
The Storm in the Barn by Matt Phelan
Please check it out and let me know what you think. Pages 123-131 OMG that is all I have to say. Author/illustrator Matt Phelan's artwork conveys in very small ways the powerful emotions of the men, women and children living through this heartwrenching time in American history. It is not a history lesson but a book that will make everyone want to learn more the Dust Bowl and the 1930's.
For more information check these sites out.
Posted by: Sarah Cofer
If you love to eat (and cook,) please join us for a new and exciting program:
EAT IT UP! Ultimate Snack Competition
It's time to get cooking! During this program, you will team up to create a "healthy" snack using ideas from cookbooks like Rozanne Gold's Eat Fresh Food, Sam Stern's Real Food, Real Fast and Megan and Jill Carle's Teens Cook.
All ingredients provided, you just need to bring your taste buds and culinary creativiy!
Eat It Up will take place:
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6pm
Judging will be based on creativity, appearance and taste. Registration is required for this teen event. Please call 807-2626 to register today!
If you have any questions, please ask Sarah C.
Posted by: Ann Pechacek
It is that time of year again! The 8th Annual Worthington Libraries' Teen Poetry and Short Story Competition is almost here. Thursday, March 18, teens in 6th grade to 12th grade or homeschool equivalent, can start submitting their poetry/short story creations. Submissions will be accepted until Thursday, April 8.
Below is the basic information for the competition. Head to your nearest Worthington Library for more rules and guidelines and while there pick up an entry form and a great book of poetry to get some ideas.
- To enter the competition, pick up an entry form and a complete set of rules at any Worthington Libraries location. You may submit up to three poems and/or two short stories.
- A panel of six judges will review all submissions and select a total of six winners, three middle school and three high school.
- Contest winners can present their work at an Open Mic Night for Teens on April 29 at 7 pm at Old Worthington Library.
If you need some inspiration, the Old Worthington Library will be hosting a 'Write Stuff' workshop. We will be focusing on POETRY! Registration is recommended but not required. The Write Stuff program will be held on Saturday, March 13 at 2pm in the Old Worthington LIbrary meeting room.
Previously...
- We are sooo over vampires
- and now introducing...
- The Write Stuff: Memoir
- and the title is.....
- Super Smash Bros
- Hunger Games #3 release date
- Award winners
