Sergio Troncoso Public Library

On Thursday, February 21, 2013, Teen Hangout will present Read, Reuse, Recycle. This program will invite teens to create art with recycled books. The class will start at 4:30 pm here at the Ysleta Branch Library. Teens, come out and show your creative abilities! RR 

The Ysleta Branch Library had a special visitor on January 12, 2013. Kids and parents spent some time with Mandy the Mule, the ambassador of the El Paso Museum of History, learning about El Paso history. Mandy, an interactive talking robot, spoke about the times when she powered a streetcar between El Paso and Juarez during the 1800's when public transportation was a mule-drawn streetcar. The original Mandy was one of the last in service and served for almost 20 years. RR

The Ysleta Branch Library launched the opening of the Teen Café on January 10, 2013. Teens made the scene at the Café and enjoyed snacks, drinks, studying and other teen pursuits. As part of the Teen Hangout program, the Café will be open on Thursdays at 4:30 pm to heighten their library experience. Don’t miss out! RR

On January 9, 2013 the patrons of Ysleta Branch were given a cooking lesson by staff member Carmen Hernandez. The class demonstrated that preparing a dish can be quick, easy and healthy.  On the menu was Chicken Fried Rice, a favorite with the patrons in attendance. It was quite tasty! RR  

2013 is an exciting year for Young Adult (YA) book releases. There are multiple series that are (hopefully) going to give readers closure and others that are going to continue to tease and entice.   Some of YA’s favorite veteran authors are coming out with new books this year, and new authors will take a turn in the spotlight.    Here are just a few of the books I’m looking forward to reading this year: Just One Day by Gayle Forman (January 8, 2013) In Just One Day , Allyson meets Willem, a Dutch actor, while on vacation in England. They take a daytrip to Paris, but by morning he’s gone, leaving Allyson to contemplate the intensity of their short-lived connection. Gayle Forman’s books always pack an emotional punch, but they’re so beautifully written that I just can’t resist. Just One Day is currently available to check out at the Ysleta Branch Library. Everbound by Brodi Ashton (January 22, 2013) The Everneath series is largely based on the Greek myth of Hades and

That special holiday is upon us this February. I am talking about Valentine’s Day, a day to express your love and celebrate the spirit of love. Teens are invited to spend time at the Ysleta Branch Library for Valentine’s Day in the Café, taking place on the 14 th at 4:30pm. This Teen Hangout event will feature music, love stories, crafts and great times!  RR

    Everybody’s favorite food, sushi, is coming to Ysleta Branch Library for another session of Teen Cuisine. Sushi is a Japanese food that combines cooked vinegared rice with other ingredients such as raw fish or other seafood. Chef Carmen will show our teen patrons, in detail, how to prepare the popular California Roll and the Cream Cheese/Cucumber variation. This class will be held on Thursday, February 7, 2013 at 4:30pm. Teens don’t miss this! RR

2013 is the Year of the black snake according to the Chinese zodiac. The snake is meant for steady progress and discipline necessary for achievement in 2013. In this Teen Hangout, YS young patrons will craft Chinese lanterns to celebrate the New Year. Thursday, January 31, 2013 at 4:30pm is the date for this entertaining meeting. Teens, don’t miss out!