JUNE 2021
WHAT'S HAPPENING
DIY Bigfoot Plushie
(Registration begins June 7)
Those in grades 6-12 can register beginning June 7 to receive a free DIY Bigfoot plushie kit.

The kit comes with the supplies to sew a Bigfoot sock plushie (scissors not included) and a link to video instructions.

Kits can be picked up at any DPLS library. 

To reserve one, contact Pam at 419-782-1456 ext. 1406 or prellstab@defiancelibrary.org.
Among Us
(June 1, 3, 14)
Those in grades 6-12 are invited to join us at Johnson Memorial Library June 1 from 4-5 PM, Defiance Public Library June 3 from 4-5 PM, or Sherwood Branch Library June 14 from 4-5 PM to play this popular game of teamwork and betrayal!

Players must bring their own device with game. The event is geared towards anyone from the beginner to the avid player.

We will play the game, discuss Among Us, and even take home some Among Us-inspired crafts.

Register early, space is limited!
Def-Com 5.5
(June 12)
Def-Com 5.5 is on!

This year, the mini-con will be held at 4KD Crick Brewery in Defiance on Saturday, June 12 from
10 AM - 2 PM.

The mini-con will feature artists and vendors, cosplay contests, and live music by Sam Dell.

For more information and a list of artists and vendors click the button below.
WHAT'S TO COME
What the Tails and Tales Summer Reading Challenge has instore!

  • YA book subscription box (LitKit)
  • Cross-stitch sushi magnet
  • Harry Potter Trivia
  • Anime Club
  • Reading Challenges

Watch the calendar for these future events, dates, and information.
LITKIT
(YA BOOK SUBSCRIPTION BOX)
They're themed, monthly boxes stuffed with library books (for checkout) and other goodies for cardholders ages 13-25.

They will be available for pickup and drop-off at any DPLS library BUT here's the catch: We have a limited amount, only 10 to give out!

The July theme is "Let the Games Begin"

Pictured are the contents of June's LitKit "Once Upon a Time"
THE GREAT TEEN READ
It's a book discussion (#thegreatteenread) solely on Instagram! We post a picture or a video of the month's teen title and you leave your comments. This month we will be reading the novel "Not So Pure and Simple" by Lamar Giles.

Del has been in love with Kiera since performing their kindergarten play of "The Wizard of Oz." However, Del could never make his move because Kiera has always had a boyfriend. But the door has finally opened and Kiera is officially single.

When Kiera volunteers for a church activity, Del is right behind volunteering for that same group. Unfortunately, Del never paid attention to the details of the group and has realized that he has signed up for a purity pledge.

With the help of his new friends (the Purity Pledgers) Del begins to make his move but must make it quick before another guy steps in.

"Not So Pure and Simple" is a touching, thought provoking, and laugh out loud novel you are sure to enjoy.
TRY THESE NEW BOOKS
Just a small list of some new YA books.

Mirror's Edge by Scott Westerfeld
Called Upon by Bethany Lee
Fix by J Albert Mann
Home Sick Pilots by Dan Watters
10 Truths and a Dare by Ashley Elston
BOOKSTAGRAM
Check out the latest YA book recommendations on our Instagram @dplslibraries

This Instagram Reel features YA books with love triangles.
SQUEEZY McSQUEEZY
Behind the scenes of filming the DIY Bigfoot plushie....

Many hours are spent creating a DIY video to be posted on YouTube. The equipment used for creating a video is a Hovercam (borrowed from the Makerspace) and video editing software. Pam uses VideoPad Video Editor.

We then film the video, making sure to keep the process on screen. You don't realize these mistakes until you start editing the video! It's so annoying and I apologize in advanced.

The hard part of it all is editing the video and selecting the music. There is so much music to pick from on Free Music Archive!

All in all, what I have realized is that I would rather supply the coffee and donuts then do the filming and editing. =)
HELPFUL LINKS
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