Upcoming Events at Library Include Magic The Gathering, 'Big Bang Theory,' Owl Talk, Board Games and Mentalism

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The Marlborough Public Library has a jam-packed schedule for the remainder of April, with events and programs such as an improv session, an owl program and a workshop for event programmers.

Here is a list of programs supplied by the Marlborough Public Library:

WII GOT GAME

Every Wednesday at 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Come join us for snacks and Wii/WiiU games! Try out new games and enjoy club favorites like Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros Brawl! Feel free to bring your own games to share with the group. Grades 6-12 only.

BOARD GAME DAY
Sat., April 11th at 1-3pm
WIN 5 LB GUMMY BEAR!!! Open to all ages!
April 11th is International Tabletop Day, and we are celebrating with tabletop games. Join us for epic music, tasty snacks, and the chance to play some of our amazing board games. Play a favorite or try something new! Each player will get a raffle ticket for a chance to win a 5 Pound Gummy Bear! If you register, you get five raffle tickets when you come! Register: http://bitly.com/TabletopDay2015

THE STUDY CUBE: HOMEWORK HELP
Every Monday at 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Teens in grades 6-10 can stop by the library Monday evenings for peer tutor help on:
* Spanish
* Math
* French
* Biology, Chemistry, and General Science
* History
* Geography
* English / ELA

APRIL VACATION

ImprovThis
Tue., April 21st at 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Learn the basics of what it takes to be a great improviser, and play improvising games with other teens! Snacks will be provided. This event is open to grades 6-12. Must register.

BRAINSTORMING: AN ACT OF MENTALISM
Tue., April 21st at 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Rory Raven, mentalist and mindbender, provides an interactive mindreading show in which spoons are bent and volunteers may test their own powers. The program, which is free and open to the public, is intended for an audience of adults and high school age teens. Space is limited! Please register.

EYES ON OWLS
Wed., April 22nd at 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Have you ever seen a real, live owl? Marcia Wilson has been taking care of owls for 20 years, and she’s coming to visit us... and bringing 6 of her feathered friends with her! Join us for a chance to meet some of these beautiful birds. It should be a hoot!

EVENT PLANNERS - TEEN VOLUNTEERS
Wed., April 22nd at 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Help us select prizes for Summer Reading! What should our Grand Prize options be? Gift cards and small prizes? Bring all ideas and let’s take a vote! We’ll also be discussing programs for the Fall. What would you like the Teen Room to offer during the school year? Open to teens in grades 6-11. Register.

BIG BANG THEORY
Thurs., April 23rd at 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Watch Big Bang Theory, make artwork with quotes from the TV-Show, and pose in a picture with the cast, using our green screen! Grades 6-12. Register

MAGIC: THE GATHERING PROGRAM

Fri., April 24th at 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Come play Magic with other teens! This event is open to grades 6-12.

B.L.T. TEEN BOOK GROUP

Tue., April 28th at 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Calling all lovers of teen literature! If you like to talk about books, then join us the last Tuesday of each month (except July and December) for fun discussion and a snack. This program is for teens ages 13+ and adults. We’ll read from different genres chosen by group members. If you would like to join, simply stop by the circulation desk and ask for a B.L.T. book. Read it and come to the meeting! This month’s book: The Hero’s Guide to Saving Your Kingdom by Christopher Healy

Find out more and register for programs here.