It turns out, the sleazy nightclub owner did it! Despite multiple attempts to throw everyone off her trail Vera Sin (brought to vibrant life by Jenny), did indeed commit the murder of artist Ronnie McIntosh during today's Murder program, despite her claims of innocence. Bravo for the repeated fainting spells to try and drive the point home! I do think it is interesting that Jenny started off wanting to play the role of the victim and ended up being the culprit...
Everyone did a great job getting into character and digging for clues while trying to prove their innocence. Kudos to Hunter for tackling the role of Miss Lemming and her stalkery ways - despite everyone pointing to her as a primary suspect, she still remained innocent (though no less weird and creepy). Also a tip of the hat to Angela's Amelia Fairfart - not only for dealing with so much suspicion but also taking on that name!
Really, thanks to everyone who took part:
Belinda (aka Ernest Shingleton)
Rebecca (aka Otto von Blockwurst)
John (aka Captain Pastings)
Teresa (aka Mother Inferior)
Katelyn (aka Laura Ghastly)
Haley (aka Marc D'Triumph)
Makayla (aka Hercule Perond)
Here is the site where I got that mystery from: Host-Party
Click on the "view mysteries" link to see more. We will definitely do this again - feel free to peruse their selection and give me suggestions for future murder!
Monday, July 6, 2009
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Coming Monday: MURDER!
Don't miss our next YA program coming up on Monday, July 6: Murder!
This is your chance to test out your skills as a detective as we enact a murder and try to figure out the culprit. Of course, in order to solve a mystery, we need suspects - that is where you come in. We will pull the list of suspicious characters from those who attend, so be prepared to dust off your acting skills, as well!
The foul deeds get started at 2 p.m., but don't be shy about getting there a little early - every murder needs a victim, too...
This is your chance to test out your skills as a detective as we enact a murder and try to figure out the culprit. Of course, in order to solve a mystery, we need suspects - that is where you come in. We will pull the list of suspicious characters from those who attend, so be prepared to dust off your acting skills, as well!
The foul deeds get started at 2 p.m., but don't be shy about getting there a little early - every murder needs a victim, too...
June Wii Tournament standings
We are half-way through the 2009 tournament and we have a mix of runaway leaders and close battles in the standings!
Guitar Hero World Tour
For Guitar Hero, we are averaging the best three scores that each player can post for three different songs. The top average score will advance, though at least one of those scores must be posted at either the hard or expert level. In the unlikely event of a tie, the best note streak will serve as the tie-breaker.
1. Matt Troyer – 279,389
2. Tyler Klackner – 154,993
3. Danny Sharpe – 154,003
4. Ben Rezach – 153,021
5. David Sharpe – 138,130
6. Dallas Parker – 120,362
Mario Kart
Mario Kart is scored by granting one point for each race won and two points for winning circuits (four-race sets):
1. Danny Sharpe - 16 points
2. David Sharpe - 14 points
3. Tanner Sharpe - 7 points
4. Patrick Ressler – 5 points
5. Frank Salzberg – 2 points
Super Smash Brothers Brawl
Super Smash Brothers Brawl is scored the same as last year: victories result in increased points per round (i.e. Round One=1 point, Round Two=2 points, etc.). Ultimately, the more tournament dates you can make, the better chance you have of being crowned champion.
1. Bryce Williams – 45 points
2. Danny Sharpe – 17 points
3. Sean Filipek – 16 points
4. David Sharpe – 10 points
5. Dallas Parker – 5 points
6. Tanner Sharpe – 5 points
Bowling
Bowling is scored the same as last year: the top two games combined results in our winner.
1. Danny Sharpe – 409
2. Bryce Williams – 336
3. Donald Goeke – 310
4. Ryan Gorecki – 172
5. Elizabeth Bellin – 160
6. Karl Salzberg - 156
Boxing
Boxing is the same as Smash Brothers Brawl: points per round per victory.
1. Bryce Williams – 15 points
2. Tyler Klackner – 4 points
3. Danny Sharpe – 3 points
4. Donald Goeke – 1 point
5. Ryan Gorecki – 1 point
6. Tony Loiselle – 1 point
The next tournament date is slated for Friday, July 24 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Guitar Hero World Tour
For Guitar Hero, we are averaging the best three scores that each player can post for three different songs. The top average score will advance, though at least one of those scores must be posted at either the hard or expert level. In the unlikely event of a tie, the best note streak will serve as the tie-breaker.
1. Matt Troyer – 279,389
2. Tyler Klackner – 154,993
3. Danny Sharpe – 154,003
4. Ben Rezach – 153,021
5. David Sharpe – 138,130
6. Dallas Parker – 120,362
Mario Kart
Mario Kart is scored by granting one point for each race won and two points for winning circuits (four-race sets):
1. Danny Sharpe - 16 points
2. David Sharpe - 14 points
3. Tanner Sharpe - 7 points
4. Patrick Ressler – 5 points
5. Frank Salzberg – 2 points
Super Smash Brothers Brawl
Super Smash Brothers Brawl is scored the same as last year: victories result in increased points per round (i.e. Round One=1 point, Round Two=2 points, etc.). Ultimately, the more tournament dates you can make, the better chance you have of being crowned champion.
1. Bryce Williams – 45 points
2. Danny Sharpe – 17 points
3. Sean Filipek – 16 points
4. David Sharpe – 10 points
5. Dallas Parker – 5 points
6. Tanner Sharpe – 5 points
Bowling
Bowling is scored the same as last year: the top two games combined results in our winner.
1. Danny Sharpe – 409
2. Bryce Williams – 336
3. Donald Goeke – 310
4. Ryan Gorecki – 172
5. Elizabeth Bellin – 160
6. Karl Salzberg - 156
Boxing
Boxing is the same as Smash Brothers Brawl: points per round per victory.
1. Bryce Williams – 15 points
2. Tyler Klackner – 4 points
3. Danny Sharpe – 3 points
4. Donald Goeke – 1 point
5. Ryan Gorecki – 1 point
6. Tony Loiselle – 1 point
The next tournament date is slated for Friday, July 24 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m.
Friday, June 26, 2009
Book Do-Over cover results
Monday's Book Do-Over program went smoothly and resulted in some impressive covers and story ideas for some classic books.
In the cover contest, Will's Bridge to Terabithia design netted him the most votes:
In the cover contest, Will's Bridge to Terabithia design netted him the most votes:
Other covers spanned from the Lord of the Rings Trilogy (including real elvish on the ring!):
A pair of Twilight covers:
A new representation of Roald Dahl's classic The BFG:
The classic that is Beowulf:
and the more modern sinister tale Deep & Dark & Dangerous:
Overall, there were some great ideas and cool new covers. Great work by everyone who took part!
Tuesday, June 16, 2009
Sign-Up for the Summer Reading Program!
Just a reminder that you can sign up for the YA Summer Reading Program at any time at the Reference Desk. Our official kick-off is on Thursday at 1:45 p.m. with Comedy City. You can sign-up for the summer, get a free sub and enjoy the show!
Also, you can sign-up for the Battle of the Books at the Reference Desk, as well. The Battle books count double toward the summer reading program hours and the Battle itself is a lot of fun!
Also, you can sign-up for the Battle of the Books at the Reference Desk, as well. The Battle books count double toward the summer reading program hours and the Battle itself is a lot of fun!
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Washington Middle School book list
Thanks to all you Washington students who sat patiently through and tolerated/were captivated by my book talk today. Here is the list of books that I brought with me. Most of these titles are on display in the YA area right next to the stairs for the next couple of days until they get checked out.
Let me know what you think of any of the books you read in the comments below!
Fiction
The Actual Real Reality of Jennifer James by Gillian Shields
Dream Factory by Brad Barkley
Hero Type by Barry Lyga
Nation by Terry Pratchett
Gym Candy by Carl Deuker
Resurrection Men by T.K. Welsh
Paper Towns by John Green
Ghostgirl by Tonya Hurley
Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Magyk by Angie Sage (Septimus Heap series)
Generation Dead by Daniel Waters
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Monster Blood Tattoo by D.M. Cornish
The Riddles of Epsilon by Christine Morton-Shaw
The Awakening by Michael Carroll (Quantum Prophecy series)
Sebastian Darke: Prince of Fools by Philip Caveney
Runemarks by Joanne Harris
Non-Fiction
The Villains Guide to Better Living by Neil Zawacki
Andy Roddick Beat Me with a Frying Pan by Todd Gallagher
Oval Office Oddities by Bill Fawcett
Happy Kitty Bunny Pony by Michel J. Nelson
Graphic Novels
Hulk: Red Hulk by Jeph Loeb
Superman/Batman by Jeph Loeb
Indiana Jones Omnibus 1 & 2
The Plain Janes by Cecil Castellucci
Let me know what you think of any of the books you read in the comments below!
Fiction
The Actual Real Reality of Jennifer James by Gillian Shields
Dream Factory by Brad Barkley
Hero Type by Barry Lyga
Nation by Terry Pratchett
Gym Candy by Carl Deuker
Resurrection Men by T.K. Welsh
Paper Towns by John Green
Ghostgirl by Tonya Hurley
Sci-Fi/Fantasy
Magyk by Angie Sage (Septimus Heap series)
Generation Dead by Daniel Waters
The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins
Monster Blood Tattoo by D.M. Cornish
The Riddles of Epsilon by Christine Morton-Shaw
The Awakening by Michael Carroll (Quantum Prophecy series)
Sebastian Darke: Prince of Fools by Philip Caveney
Runemarks by Joanne Harris
Non-Fiction
The Villains Guide to Better Living by Neil Zawacki
Andy Roddick Beat Me with a Frying Pan by Todd Gallagher
Oval Office Oddities by Bill Fawcett
Happy Kitty Bunny Pony by Michel J. Nelson
Graphic Novels
Hulk: Red Hulk by Jeph Loeb
Superman/Batman by Jeph Loeb
Indiana Jones Omnibus 1 & 2
The Plain Janes by Cecil Castellucci
Friday, June 5, 2009
Coming in August: Book Discussions
Even though the Summer Reading Program wraps up in July, there is still plenty to do at the library in August! Not the least of which will be a pair of book discussions on the Twilight series and the Harry Potter Series.The Twilight discussion will take place on August 10 at 2 p.m. That is where you can discuss any and all aspects of the series with fellow Twilight readers. From favorites characters and scenes to things that don't quite sit right with you, we will cover it all.
The following week, on August 17, come back for a look at the Harry Potter books. Same deal here: discuss what you like and don't like (and maybe future Potter story ideas) starting at 2 p.m.Both discussions will take place in the Balkansky Room. You do not need to have taken part in the Summer Reading Program to take part.
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