The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner by Stephenie Meyer

Wednesday, 28 April 2010, 9:00 | Category : Books, Manga & Graphic Novels, Recommendations
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Coming soon:
Stephenie Meyer’s The Twilight Saga has a new installment!
This novella (a short novel) takes place during the events of Eclipse, and the ending will likely coincide with the finale of Eclipse. It centers on the character of Bree Tanner, whose intense presence on the scene at the end of Eclipse was incredible and tragic.
In [...]

What’s New??

Monday, 23 November 2009, 13:35 | Category : Books, Lane Libraries News, Manga & Graphic Novels, Movies & DVDs, Music, Web sites
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Have you ever wondered, “Is there a way I can see what’s new at the library?” If not, are you wondering that now? Lane Libraries has a great service called Wowbrary. If you go to www.lanepl.org, on the right hand side (under Find it at Lane) are various links. Click where is says New Titles.
This [...]

Read Beyond Reality: Teen Read Week

Thursday, 15 October 2009, 18:28 | Category : Books, Lane Libraries News, Manga & Graphic Novels, Programs & Events
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Celebrate Teen Read Week with this year’s theme, “Read Beyond Reality,” Sunday, October 18 - Saturday, October 24. You are invited to check out new book displays and read something out of this world. Discover the science of astronomy when you pick up a logbook, constellation guide, and a star wheel to get started. Participants [...]

Teen Read Week Sneak Peek @ Fairfield

Tuesday, 6 October 2009, 12:43 | Category : Books, Lane Libraries News, Manga & Graphic Novels, Programs & Events
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Get ready for Teen Read Week with a Sneak Peek of new books. Teens 13-18 are invited to the Fairfield Lane Library on Saturday, October 17 from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. There will be special displays with different genres and formats, plus a chance to win books of your own.
Parents are welcome to join us [...]

Read & Win: Things That Go Bump in the Night

Monday, 14 September 2009, 12:29 | Category : , Books, Lane Libraries News, Manga & Graphic Novels, Programs & Events
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The Lane Libraries present the “Read & Win: Things That Go Bump in the Night” contest for teens ages 13-18, September 21 - October 21. Scare yourself silly with a haunting tale because the more you read, the better your chances to win a cauldron of tomes. Complete an entry form for each spooky, scary [...]

Winners of the “Express Yourself” Summer Reading Program

Wednesday, 19 August 2009, 10:10 | Category : Books, Lane Libraries News, Manga & Graphic Novels, Programs & Events
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The winners of the Express Yourself Summer Reading Program are:
Oxford: Robin K.          -          Fairfield: Kimberly B.          -          Hamilton: Abby K.

Thanks to everyone who [...]

Art Slam

Thursday, 30 July 2009, 11:27 | Category : Games, Manga & Graphic Novels, Podcasts
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Throughout August, join us in the Teen Zones and areas to express your art. Materials will be provided and refreshed periodically.
Rules:
1. Be creative!
2. Keep it clean and PG-rated!

Toshokan in the News

Saturday, 25 July 2009, 10:43 | Category : Anime, Lane Libraries News, Manga & Graphic Novels, Programs & Events
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Look who was in the Fairfield Echo! A few names got mixed up but Toshokan was awesome!
We’ll have the library’s pictures posted soon!

Fun at Toshokan 2009!

Friday, 24 July 2009, 13:02 | Category : Anime, Lane Libraries News, Manga & Graphic Novels, Programs & Events
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This was probably one of the best yet for Toshokan! Our guest speaker, Ben, talked about his time living and working in Japan- he had pictures of his time over there and even gave a mini-language lesson. Sandy talked about Japanese dramas on television and provided clips (the live action Sailor Moon was [...]

Toshokan Fest is Back!

Tuesday, 30 June 2009, 13:33 | Category : , Anime, Lane Libraries News, Manga & Graphic Novels, Programs & Events
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Calling all anime and manga fans!  Teens ages 13-18 are invited to celebrate all things Japanese during the sixth annual Toshokan Fest at the Fairfield Lane Library on Saturday, July 18 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. There will be music, panel discussions, workshops, and anime viewings.  You can even come in costume as your [...]