The Round Rock Public Library is accepting entries to the Write On! Tween Short Story Contest. Young authors, ages 8-12, may submit an original short story. The contest will be open from Thursday, March 26, 2020 – Thursday, April 23, 2020 at 5:00 pm.
The top short stories will be turned into a book which will become part of the Round Rock Public Library’s local author collection for children. Selected writers will also be invited to showcase their work at the Round Rock Public Library’s annual Local Author Fair.
Contest guidelines:
- Writers may enter one original short story.
- The story must be a maximum of 2000 words or 5 pages double-spaced.
- Writers must be ages 8-12.
- Previously published stories will not be accepted.
- Entries must be received before Thursday, April 23, 2020 at 5:00 pm.
How to enter the contest:
- Read the contest guidelines.
- Write your story!
- Save your story in a Word document or in a plain text file. In the e-mail message please include: writer’s name, parent or guardian’s name, writer’s age, an e-mail address and/or phone number and the story title. Attach the file and email it to: Amy German at amygerman@roundrocktexas.gov.
Questions?
Please contact Amy German at amygerman@roundrocktexas.gov or 512-218-7034
The Round Rock Public Library will host a Tween Book Club meeting Thursday, March 12, 2020. Tweens (ages 9-12) are invited to the Library to discuss the book Comet Rising by MarcyKate Connolly. Join us in Meeting Room B at 4:30 pm. Snacks and book themed games/crafts will be provided.
For more information or to request a copy of this month’s book:
Please contact the children’s desk, 512.218.3575.
Please Note:
The Round Rock Public Library Tween Book Club meets the second Thursday of every month. While book club selections are chosen specifically for tweens ages 9-12, parents may still wish to review the content for appropriateness for his/her child.
The Round Rock Public Library Teen Book Club meets the third Tuesday of every month. Join us in The Teen Room at 6:30 PM, January 21.
2019 Teen Book Club Selections (selected by teens at the November 2019 book club) We are still deciding on some titles!
Please Note:While book club selections are chosen specifically for teens ages 12-18, parents may still wish to review the content for appropriateness for their child/teen.
For More Information:
Contact Jane Dance at 512.218.7012
The Round Rock Public Library will host a family movie event on Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at 1:00 pm. Join us in Meeting Room B for a showing of the 2019 blockbuster hit Aladdin (©Walt Disney Pictures)(PG).
We thank the Friends of Round Rock Public Library for purchasing the movie licensing rights to show this and other movies.
King, Pawn, Rook, Castling, Checkmate, Stalemate! Do you know what these words mean? Do you like to play chess? Looking to learn how to play? If you answered yes, then this club is for you!
Tweens and teens, join us for come-and-go playing opportunities in meeting room B:
- Saturday January 18, 10:30 am-12:00 pm
- Saturday February 15, 10:30 am-12:00 pm
- Saturday March 14 10:30 am-12:00 pm
- Saturday April 18, 10:30 am-12:00 pm
For More Information:
Contact Jane Dance at 512.218.7012
The Round Rock Public Library will host a Tween Book Club meeting Thursday, February 13, 2020. Tweens (ages 9-12) are invited to the Library to discuss the book Charlie Thorne and the Last Equation by Stuart Gibbs. Join us in Meeting Room B at 4:30 pm. Snacks and book themed games/crafts will be provided.
For more information or to request a copy of this month’s book:
Please contact the children’s desk, 512.218.3575.
Please Note:
The Round Rock Public Library Tween Book Club meets the second Thursday of every month. While book club selections are chosen specifically for tweens ages 9-12, parents may still wish to review the content for appropriateness for his/her child.
Do you have concerns about your baby or toddler, but aren’t sure if formal intervention is needed?
Bring your child and your concerns to this free come-and-go event.
Arrive when you can. Chat one-on-one with specialists, with no obligation or pressure. Explore our fun toys with your child between chats.
Our confirmed specialists include:
This program is an extension of our Family Place Libraries program, and a joint project with other certified Family Place Libraries in Central Texas.
Questions? Please contact Andrea Warkentin, 512-218-7011.
The Round Rock Public Library Teen Book Club meets the third Tuesday of every month. Join us in The Teen Room at 6:30 PM, January 21.
2019 Teen Book Club Selections (selected by teens at the November 2019 book club) We are still deciding on some titles!
Please Note:While book club selections are chosen specifically for teens ages 12-18, parents may still wish to review the content for appropriateness for their child/teen.
For More Information:
Contact Jane Dance at 512.218.7012
King, Pawn, Rook, Castling, Checkmate, Stalemate! Do you know what these words mean? Do you like to play chess? Looking to learn how to play? If you answered yes, then this club is for you!
Tweens and teens, join us for come-and-go playing opportunities in meeting room B:
- Saturday January 18, 10:30 am-12:00 pm
- Saturday February 15, 10:30 am-12:00 pm
- Saturday March 14 10:30 am-12:00 pm
- Saturday April 18, 10:30 am-12:00 pm
For More Information:
Contact Jane Dance at 512.218.7012
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