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AUBURN — The Auburn Public Library has a variety of programs for teens and young adults scheduled for the month of November.
Programs range from help with jobs, games and movies, books and talks.
For a full schedule, information on monthly discussions on sexual assault and violence, college financning, or to a chance to be a library decision-maker visit the library’s website at www.auburnpubliclibrary.org. The library is at 49 Spring St.
Some of November’s offerings include:
Maine Job Corps — Those ages 16 to 24 can learn about free job training opportunities. Contact Cathie Gavett of the Maine Job Corps 207-458-5369 to find out more about the program and who is eligible. Gavett will meet with individuals who qualify at the library.
Gaming Hour — 4 to 5 p.m., Wednesdsays, Nov. 14 and 28, Androscoggin Room. Video games and snacks for those ages 12 to 18.
Matinee Movie: The Blind Side (PG-13) — 3 to 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 16, Androscoggin Room. The film tells the story of Michael Oher, a homeless and traumatized boy who, with the help of a caring woman and her family, became an All-America football player and first-round NFL draft pick. Because of the PG-13 rating, this program is for those ages 13 to 18.
My Life in the Peace Corps — 3 to 4 p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 20, Androscoggin Room. Peace Corps volunteer Selena Wallace will talk about her service in the Philippines, as well as share information about the Peace Corps, how she got involved, what it’s like to live and work in another culture and the work she’s done as a member of the Coastal Resource Management sector.
Great Stories Club – “Empathy: The Cost of Switching Sides” — 4:30 to 6 p.m., Monday, Nov. 26, Teen Space. A full discussion of the first book in the Great Stories Club series, “Flight,” by Sherman Alexie. For more information or to sign up for the Great Stories Club, contact Donna at the library or Joyce at the Boys & Girls Club.
Tweens in the Teen Space — noon to 2 p.m., Wednesday, Nov. 28. On selected half-day Wednesdays, sixtth-graders are invited to the Teen Space on the second floor to get a head start on homework, enjoy crafts or board games or just hang out. Just for sixth-graders.
