Farmingdale Library Teens

September 24 - October 1 is Banned Books Week  Banned Books Week is the only national celebration of the freedom to read. It was launched in 1982 in response to a sudden surge in the number of challenges to books in schools, bookstores and libraries. More than 11,000 books have been challenged since 1982. The 10 most challenged titles of 2010 were: And Tango Makes Three , by Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson   The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian , by Sherman Alexie Brave New World , by Aldous Huxley Crank , by Ellen Hopkins The Hunger Games (series) , by Suzanne Collins Lush , by Natasha Friend What My Mother Doesn't Know , by Sonya Sones Nickel and Dimed: On (Not) Getting by in America , by Barbara Ehrenreich Revolutionary Voices edited by Amy Sonnie Twilight (series) , by Stephenie Meyer This year, for the first time, readers from around the world will be able to participate virtually in Banned Books Week, Sept. 24 – Oct.1. During this year’s cele...

The JFK Library foundation invites US high school students to write an essay on an act of political courage by a US elected official who served during or after 1956. The first place winner will receive $10,000. The second place winner receives $1000. Up to five finalist will receive $500. For contest information, registration, and to submit your essay, go to JFK Library

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The Alliance for Young Artists & Writers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, identifies teenagers with exceptional artistic and literary talent and brings their remarkable work to a national audience through The Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. The Awards have an impressive legacy dating back to 1923 and a noteworthy roster of past winners including Andy Warhol, Sylvia Plath, Truman Capote, Richard Avedon, Robert Redford and Joyce Carol Oates. The Awards are an important opportunity for students to be recognized for their creative talents. Each year, the Alliance partners with more than 100 regional affiliates across the country to bring the program to local communities. Teens in grades 7 through 12 can apply in 30 categories of art and writing for the chance to earn scholarships and have their works exhibited or published. They should be announcing the information to apply for this year's awards soon. To find out more information, go to their website here:  Alliance for...