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“For every minute you are angry you lose sixty seconds of happiness.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson |
Lesson of the day : Don't be like Grumpy
Monday, July 25, 2011
Witty phrase of the day
Weekly Top 5 List
Have you ever wondered what was the top five movie, book, or even artists of all time? Well look no further because every week our blog will feature a top five in several categories so check back daily to see if your favorites made the all time list or even my very own list.
For this week's top five we have : Movies Top 5 Movies with All Time Worldwide Box Office Grosses
- Avatar : $2,782,275,172
- Titanic : $1,835,300,000
- Lord of the Rings - Return of the King : $1,119,102,868
- Pirates of the Caribbean - Dead Man's Chest : $1,065,896,541
- Toy Story 3 : $1,062,984,497
My Top 5 Movies of all time - Space Jam
- Saving Private Ryan
- The Pursuit of Happyness
- Bourne Trilogy
- "currently" : The Terminal
What is your top 5 movies of all time?
Answer in the Comments Below
Which one are you?
Does birds chirping in the morning and the warm rays of the sun energize you and move you or does it force you to duck under your covers and close your curtains? Generally, there are clear distinctions between a morning person and a night person (commonly known as night owl).
Down below is an online quiz that you can take to determine if you are a morning or a night person. Go check it out and share what type of person you are in the comments!
Sunday, July 24, 2011
A List of Scholarship Websites
Hello all! Looking to apply for some scholarships this summer? Take a look at the following websites, they may help contribute a share to your college tuition. And the way our economy's going, you'll need as much funding as you can get! So here we go
1. Fastweb Scholarship Search- This website makes you complete a profile and matches you with scholarships that suit your need.
http://www.fastweb.com/
2. Intel Science Talent Search Scholarship- One of America's most prestigious science research awards, this scholarship provides High School Seniors a platform to showcase some talent, and scholarships worth thousands of dollars!! The website currently has problems, so if your browser doesn't show it, try going to the cached copy, the link to which is available here. It's legitimate.
3. Broke Scholar - Matches you with scholarships based on your needs and/or interests. Completing your profile may be a little time consuming, but it's worth it!
http://www.brokescholar.com/
4. MYU search - This website matches you with universities and scholarships that suit your needs, and has some pretty good reviews.
http://http://www.myusearch.com/
5.International Student- Are you a non-U.S. Citizen? This website is for you! It helps you with student loans, grants, insurance, test prep and what not to help you get to the college of your choice.
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Upcoming Events at the Library
August 9 : Tie Dye Program
Make your own tie dye shirt (all materials provided)
August 16: Teen Council
August 30: Tie Dye Program (for those who couldn't make it on August 9)
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
CHECK OUT THESE WEBSITES!
For the Los Angeles Public Library Website
For the Los Angeles Public Library Teen Website
For the Young Adult Library Services Association
For info and features about your favorite authors, books, series, and characters
For reviews on the newest books and your favorite classics.
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Coming to Theaters Near You.
This Week We Have
- Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2
- In the epic finale, the battle between the good and evil forces of the wizarding world escalates into an all-out war. The stakes have never been higher and no one is safe. But it is Harry Potter who may be called upon to make the ultimate sacrifice as he draws closer to the climactic showdown with Lord Voldemort. It all ends here. (http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/1810004624/details)
- Winnie the Pooh
- Walt Disney Animation Studios returns to the Hundred Acre Wood with "Winnie the Pooh," the first big-screen Pooh adventure from Disney animation in more than 35 years. Owl sends the whole gang -- Pooh, Tigger, Rabbit, Piglet, Kanga, Roo, and Eeyore -- on a wild quest to save Christopher Robin from an imaginary culprit. It turns out to be a very busy day for a bear who simply set out to find some hunny. (http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/1810170341/details)
Listings for July & August
- July 7: Despicable Me
July 14: Bride Wars
July 21: Megamind
July 28: Iron Man IIAugust 4: Pirates of the Caribbean
August 11: Toy Story 3
August 18: The Blind Side
August 25: Tangled
Community Service?
The topic of the day is community service, why we have them, why we need to do them, where to get started and much more. Before we begin, community service is basically voluntary work intended to help the local community, the local business, or even a local neighbor. However, community service does not always have to be local. In fact, there are many nationwide organizations that allow ambitious volunteers to network and help out such as Ashoka: Innovators of the Public, Interact Club, Youtheca, and many more.
Now that we know why we have community service, let's talk about why we need to do them. There are many reasons to do volunteer work and it varies with everyone. An adult might be interested in helping out a community because they support the cause or just because it is fun.Meanwhile, a teenager or even pre-teens often do community service because of a school requirement, to become more involved, and to obtain real life experiences. Did you know during your college admission process, community service among many other factors are incorporated in their decision to either accept or reject your application? ( to find out more about college admission, check out the UCLA site http://www.admissions.ucla.edu/Prospect/Adm_fr/FrSel.htm - remember college admission requirements vary - ).
Now, let's move on to where to get started on community service. Depending on where you live, there are many great opportunities just around your neighborhood. For example, you can try your local library such as the Fairfax Branch, your local schools, your church and many more. Below are two great websites to search for volunteer opportunities.
While you check out the websites, make sure to leave your suggestions on what you want to see on the blog below in the comment section and also make sure to follow, subscribe, or check back daily for more great information!
Do You Want To Drive?
Did you know California ranks as the second safest state for teenage drivers? With a staggering 943,083 teenage drivers, California comes second to District of Columbia with roughly 2914 teenage drivers. (http://www.usnews.com/news/features/best-states-for-teen-drivers) If you are planning on driving soon and don't know where to start, this is the perfect post.
- How To Apply for a Driver's License ( Under 18)
- Step 1 : Complete a Driver's Education Course online or in class (see below for a great online course)
- Step 2 : Study for DMV Written Test by reading through the DMV CA Driver's Handbook
- Bring Necessary Documents to the DMV to take the Written Test
- Requirements Include : Social Security Number, Residence Document, Parent's Signature on required applications, and you must be at least 15
- Once you have passed the written exam, the next step is to take the driving test. But before you take the driving test, there are certain steps that you must take.
- Requirements Include : Be at least 16 years old, have possessed a permit for a minimum of 6 months, have completed driver's education, have completed 6 hours of professional driver training, and finally have completed 50 hours of practice with an adult 25 years or older.
- After you pass your driving test you will be issued a temporary license valid for 60 days or until you receive your official photo license.
- Currently, I have finished my driver education course and it was done fast and easy at http://www.driveredtogo.com/default.aspx. Personally, I like the online course better and I was able to finish it within a day and my certificate came in the mail soon after. It was recommended to me by a friend and I used a coupon code X32-BF9-2BD. I believe it still works and it gives you 30% OFF. I am currently waiting to take my written test!
Monday, July 11, 2011
Quick Reminder to High School Students
Summer Time is the Best Time! But while you are having fun, remember to use
your time effectively, after all after summer always comes school! Below is a to do list for
each grade level so you can be prepared to go to college!
ACTION PLAN: HIGH SCHOOL FRESHMEN & SOPHOMORES
Make the Most of Your Break
- Start a summer reading list. Ask your teachers to recommend books.
- Plan to visit college campuses to get a feel for your options. Start with colleges near you.
- Finalize your summer plans.
ACTION PLAN: HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS
Keep Up Your Momentum
- Visit colleges. Take campus tours and, at colleges you're serious about, schedule interviews with admission officers. Be sure to bring your campus visit checklist.
- Request applications from the colleges you're planning to apply to. Check important dates; some colleges have early dates or rolling admission. Consult the College Application Calendar and the Financial Aid Calendar for a basic idea of the applications timeline.
- Ask your high school to send a final transcript to your college.
- Start preparing for the year ahead.
- For a year around Action PLan visit : http://www.collegeboard.com/student/plan/starting-points/index.html
7.11 Free Slurpee! + Upcoming Events
One of the upsides of the Seven Eleven @ 6077 W 3rd St, Los Angeles, CA 90036 is that
it is next to a great library (Fairfax Branch). So while you make your daily visit to the Fairfax Branch
make sure to stop by 7/11 to get your free slurpee!
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Teen
- Jul 12 - Teen Council
4:00 PM
Teen Council
Have a say about what materials and programs the library offers to teens.
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| Sun | Closed |
| Mon | Closed |
| Tue | 12:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
| Wed | 10:00 am - 5:30 pm |
| Thu | 12:30 pm - 8:00 pm |
| Fri | 10:00 am - 5:30 pm |
| Sat | 10:00 am - 5:30 pm |
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Welcome Welcome To Your Very Own Fairfax Branch Teen Blog
Library (noun) : a place in which literary, musical, artistic, or reference materials (as books, manuscripts, recordings, or films) are kept for use.
To some a library is more than just a place, for them it is a place of sanctuary, a place that knows no limit and shows no boundary. This blog is intended for those who know the value of books and those who are just beginning to discover the time tested pastime. Whether you belong among the flashlight on, under the covers, turn the page readers or just beginning to read, Fairfax Branch Library will be there to assist you in all your needs. When the library is closed, you can come here to this blog to check out upcoming events (community service opportunities, family events, book sales, etc), the newest currents events (whether it be cultural, sports,music,movies), weekly how to posts, and many more interesting reads! So make sure to check back daily on our blog or at your local library Fairfax Branch
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