To celebrate Halloween we have brought back the annual Library Mystery. This year a precious Macaw has been stolen and you need to figure out which of the three suspects committed the crime. Spend time pouring over the clues to figure out how the person did it and why. This event will run until the end of the school day on Halloween.

Starting Monday, Alpha’s annual murder mystery is back. Come by the library to try to solve The Curious Case of the Clockwork Cleaner. A murder has been committed and there are four suspects. We will need your detective skills to solve this whodunnit. WHO? committed the crime, WHY? and HOW? Come on by to see if you can figure it out.

Looking for something cool to do? Check out these events hosted by the Burnaby Public Library and held via Zoom.

Pumpkin Decorating!  Thursday, October 7.  6:00-7:30pm.
Join pumpkin artist Hayley Crichton as they provide tips and techniques for decorating pumpkins!
Register here: https://bpl.bc.ca/events/pumpkin-decorating

Drawing Villains and Monsters! Wednesday, October 13. 6:00 – 7:30pm.
Draw with us and create a creepy villain or monster! Comic artist Janice Liu will lead this online workshop will share approaches for drawing creepy creatures. This workshop is open to teens, ages 13-19.
Register here: https://bpl.bc.ca/events/drawing-villains-and-monsters

An Evening with the Vancouver Paranormal Society! Thursday, October 14. 6:00 – 8:00pm.
Meet the Vancouver Paranormal Society and learn about their work investigating, documenting and searching for answers around the paranormal.
Register here: https://bpl.bc.ca/events/an-evening-with-the-vancouver-paranormal-society

Introduction to Astrology for Teens! Wednesday, October 20. 6:00 – 7:30pm.
Have you ever wondered how your astrology sign is determined? Do you want to know the difference between your moon sign and your sun sign? Learn the answers to all of this and more! Join Brooke, the Cosmic Creative, and discover insights into astrology.
Register here: https://bpl.bc.ca/events/introduction-to-astrology

Halloween-inspired Drag Makeup Tutorial! Thursday, October 21. 6:00 – 7:30pm.
Join local Drag Artist Jaylene Tyme in this online workshop on how to create a Halloween-inspired Drag persona!  Jaylene Tyme will demonstrate drag makeup tips and techniques and share insights about the cultural and creative aspects of Drag.  If you admire Drag artistry or have questions about Drag as a career or hobby, this fun workshop provides the opportunity to ask questions from and consult with an experienced Drag performer. This workshop is open to teens, ages 13-19 and to young adults, ages 20 – 30.
Register here: https://bpl.bc.ca/events/halloween-inspired-drag-makeup

Halloween Inking Workshop! Wednesday, October 27. 6:00 – 7:30pm.
Join comic artist Janice Liu for this online workshop that explores the art of brush inking. Use paintbrushes and professional artists’ ink to create Halloween-inspired drawings and art.
Register here: https://bpl.bc.ca/events/halloween-inking-workshop

Introduction to Tarot for Teens! Thursday, October 28. 6:00 – 7:30pm.
Learn to identify the different Tarot cards and tell fortunes for yourself and others with Tarot Reader Sharon! Whether you have your own deck, are looking to get one, or you’re happy to stick to the free digital decks available online, you will still be able to participate fully in this hour of mystical fun. There are as many ways to use Tarot as there are readers.
Register here: https://bpl.bc.ca/events/introduction-to-tarot

The Burnaby Public Library is excited to announce a new Teen Art Contest that will highlight the talents and concerns of the coming generation of youth in Burnaby. This year’s theme is “Perfect World”.

The lives of teenagers have been changed in many ways due to the COVID-19 pandemic. All are coping in different ways and we believe that creating art is a wonderful way to express how we are feeling at this time.  Whether you consider yourself a “doodler” or a “true artist”, we at the Burnaby Public Library invite you to submit artworks of your “Perfect World” for our Teen Art Contest.

This moment too is a historic time for the possibilities of hope. Whether you use the theme for escapism or to address issues you would like to see changed in our world, this winter break immerse yourself in a universe where the limitations of the ordinary are thrown out the window!

The winner and two runners up will receive gift certificates to DeSerres!

Contest closes Sunday, January 31 2021.

Every Friday at lunch the library is closed for the Gender and Sexuality Alliance Club to meet. Come on by if you’re curious about what the GSA is or how you can be involved. We are always happy to have new members!

Students enter for the meeting from the external library door.

Teen Summer Reading Club 2020!

Each summer Burnaby Public Library runs the Teen Summer Reading Club throughout June, July, and August. Teens entering grades 8 to 12 in September are eligible to participate.

In light of ongoing physical distancing, BPL has envisioned this year’s Teen Summer Reading Club as a fun virtual program, that engages readers of all ages with ideas for things to read or do. TSRC starts Friday, June 15!

Whatever your genre, read what you love, and don’t apologize for it!

1. Book picks and Bingo cards

Check out our weekly book picks and download our monthly Bingo cards to keep you busy all summer. These can be downloaded from our site and used to inspire your next read.?

2. Write Reviews!

Starting on June 15th, teens can participate in the Teen Summer Reading Club by writing reviews! This is a great opportunity for teens who love to write. Any book, movie, audiobook, graphic novel, or music album that is available at the library can be reviewed. Write three reviews and win a prize!

2. Art Poster Contest: Inclusion.

Create an eye-catching poster design to promote social justice and inclusion. Your poster should include a message that lets viewers know that the business they are entering is a safe space. We will select 3 posters to be printed and distributed at Burnaby Public Library and in various venues that choose to promote inclusion and acceptance.

Posters will be judged on original content and creativity, so show us what inclusion looks like to you!

Selected posters will win gift cards from Spotify, DeSerres Art Supplies, and Indigo books.

For more info on the Art Poster Contest look here.

Check out http://www.bpl.bc.ca/teen? for more information, or contact teenservices@bpl.bc.ca for questions.

The Online Canadian Encyclopedia Historica Canada, has decided to create a living archive during Covid-19. What does that mean? It means that they are collecting artifacts from Canadians to help future Historians understand this time in history better. They want to know what your experience looks like? Sounds like? Feels like?

@CanadaDuringCovid: A Living Archive invites Canadians to document their experiences and creations during this unprecedented time.

How do you participate? First, ask your parent or guardian if it’s okay for you to contribute something to the archive, as it will be visible online. Then it’s time to get creative!

All forms of submissions are welcome, including photographs, GIFS, TikTok videos, poetry, music, painting, drawing, or a written snippet about your day.

Become a part of this public archive by tagging @CanadaDuringCovid and using the hashtag #CanadaDuringCovid on Instagram. We will repost with credit.

Have a private account? Send a direct message! Don’t have an Instagram account? Email your submission to covidarchive@historicacanada.ca.

Byrne Creek Community School has come together to host an online panel centered on youth, in order to explore anti-racism and racial justice issues. The purpose of this event is to bring diverse students together, hear their voices, and celebrate their identities. The day will include three keynote speakers by discussion on how this pandemic affect them and the racism experiences around in the communities. This panel is hosted via Zoom on May 9, 2020.

The event is free , but you need to register here.