A Note from Jen...
February is game month at the library. We're offering a wide variety of gaming events, from video games to collectable card games to Legos. We can't overlook Valentine's Day. If you're a lover or a hater, we've got something for you. Check out the side column to see which events are happening at the library near you. If you are looking for something exciting to read, you might consider the Printz winners. And finally, scroll down to the bottom to learn all the ways you can ask us questions.
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Michael L. Printz Award for Excellence in YA Literature
Official Winners
The 2012 Winner:
 Where Things Come Back-- John Corey Whaley
Witty, sardonic Cullen Witter agonizes over the disappearance of his beloved brother, Gabriel, while everyone else in his stiflingly dull Arkansas town thrills to the apparent return of a long-extinct woodpecker. Kidnapping, bromance, arcane religious texts, and ornithology collide in this ground-breaking coming-of-age tale.
“Straightforward, yet increasingly complex, this novel masterfully weaves together themes of brotherhood, friendship, loss and religious obsession,” said Printz Award Committee Chair Erin Helmrich. From Yalsa's Website.
The 2012 Honor Books:
Jasper Jones-- Craig Silvey
Why We Broke Up-- Daniel Handler, art by Maira Kalman
The Returning-- Christine Hinwood
The Scorpio Races-- Maggie Stiefvater
FVRL's Mock Printz Workshop Winners
The Mock Printz Winner:
 Jasper Jones-- Craig Silvey
Spurred by the mysterious death of a schoolmate, Charlie confronts racism and his fears as he learns about family, friendship and love in the oppressive heat of small-town 1960s Australia. Silvey weaves themes of freedom and loyalty with moments of humor in this wrenching novel.
The Mock Printz Honor Books:
A Monster Calls-- Patrick Ness, art by Jim Kay
Everybody Sees the Ants-- A.S. King
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We Dare You to Ask Us a Question
Did you know there are four ways to contact the library without even leaving the house?
You can ask anything, from homework related questions to something in which you have a personal interest. If we don't know the answer ourselves, we will find someone to help you who does.
 Text a Librarian
* Text “fvrl” followed by your question to 66746.
* Librarians will respond to you between 10 am and 6 pm Monday through Sunday.
 Chat with a Librarian
* Chat online with a librarian to get your questions answered.
* Use this service anytime, day or night.
 Send a Note
* Send your question to us through our online form.
* We'll respond through either e-mail or a phone call.
 Telephone Information
* Monday-Thursday, 9 am to 8 pm
* Friday-Sunday, 10 am to 6 pm
* 360.906.5106: Clark or Cowlitz counties
* 888.546.2707: Skamania or Klickitat counties
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What's Going On?
Special Events:
Talk it to Death
Woodland Community Library
February 7 4-5 pm
This month’s theme is “Obsession!” Come discuss everything to do with obsession.
Teen Arts & Crafts Night
Cascade Park Community Library
February 7, 5 pm
This month’s project: Anti-Valentine’s Day crafts (and some Pro-Valentine’s Day crafts, too!).
Heartburn: Not Your Average Valentine’s Day Party
Battle Ground Community Library
February 14, 4:40-6 pm
Tired of all the lovey dovey stuff? So are we! Join us as we smash things, gorge on sweets, and mock all things that make V-Day so tragically uncool!
Teen Mystery!
Ridgefield Community Library
February 25, 2-5 pm
Test your wits against the other suspects. Sign-up encouraged!
Gaming Events:
CCG (Collectible Card Game) Battles
Vancouver Community Library
Wednesdays in February 3-7 pm
Washougal Community Library
February 11, 10 am – 12 pm
Bring your Yu-Gi-Oh, Magic, Pokeman or other collectible card deck for open play. Don’t know the rules? Come and learn!
Teen Gaming Group
Washougal Community Library
Fridays, 4-6 pm
Ridgefield Community Library
Wednesdays 4-6 pm
Join this informal group for fun playing RPGs! We speak and play Dungeons and Dragons, GURPS, Call of Cthulu, etc.!
Teen 'Scape
Vancouver Community Library
Fridays in February, 3-5 pm
Need to unwind after a long week? Play video games, eat snacks, and hang out.
Teen Game Day
Stevenson Community Library
February 11, 1-4 pm
Invite your friends! Many new games and old favorites to share.
Electronic Games: Dance Party
Woodland Community Library
February 21, 4-6 pm
Bring your smooth moves and your groovy ways. We will have assorted game consoles and various dance-based games. Prizes! Snacks!
Special Game Night
Cascade Park Community Library
February 24, 4:30 pm
Fun with Legos!
Teen/Tween Game Night
Ridgefield Community Library
February 24, 4-8 pm
Have fun, bring your friends.
Game Night Social
Three Creeks Community Library
February 24, 7-9 pm
Featuring RockBand, Mario Kart and more Wii fun! Try our Xbox Kinect. Tired of electronic games? Play one of our many board games. Snacks will be served.
Volunteer @ Your Library!
Click here or email Sherry for more information.
Teen Council
Food, friends, and fun! We want your ideas about library services for teens. Bring your friends. Click for meeting schedules and locations.
Teen Book Groups
Pick up a copy of the book in advance (special copies available at the library hosting the program). Then come talk about the book with other teens.
Battle Ground library-
February 7, 5 pm Sweethearts by Sara Zarr |  |
| Vancouver library- February 14, 4:40-5:30 pm Karma by Cathy Ostlere |  |
| Three Creeks library- February 21, 6 pm Son of the Mob by Gordon Korman |  |
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Cascade Park library- February 28, 5 pm Uglies by Scott Westerfeld |
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