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Published: Friday, January 9, 2009

Library attracts Darrington teenagers

It offers video games and movie nights to draw young residents

DARRINGTON -- It may be hard for young people to find time for reading, but the local library found a way to reach out to teens.

The branch is part of the Sno-Isle Libraries project that focuses on teenagers, library manager Linda McPherson said. "We see teens in our library and we want to make a connection with them."

The library began catering to teenagers this past spring, McPherson said. It now offers sessions when young people can play games on Wii and Nintendo video game consoles.

These sessions are very popular, said library staff member Michelle Lundquist.

Teens play "Dance Dance Revolution" and other games that involve physical activity.

Boys and girls have fun while developing their muscles and improving coordination, Lund­quist said.

"These games are really good for people to help them interact in a positive way," she said.

The library recently began holding a teen movie night, McPherson said. About 15 people showed up for the last viewing.

"My goal is to have our library be a place where teens will come ... and for them to know that it's a safe place, a fun place and a place where they can find information," McPherson said.

Library staff are always there for teens, whether it's to help find a good book or offer career advice.

Even though libraries nowadays aren't what they used to be, it's not a bad thing, McPherson said. New technologies give today's libraries the tools to keep up with the ever-changing world.

"Libraries are not just about books," she said. "They are about learning and exploring."



Reporter Katya Yefimova: 425-339-3452 or kyefimova@heraldnet.com.

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