Library Tutorials Skip to main content
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
Image for event: Teen Film Contest

Registration now closed

Teen Film Contest

Screening and Awards Ceremony
2024-07-25 19:00:00 2024-07-25 20:00:00 America/Denver Teen Film Contest Lights, camera, action! Create a film with the theme "Adventure" and submit it by July 14th to see if you can take home the top prize: a $100 Amazon gift card! Provo Library - Shaw Programming Room #260

Thursday, July 25
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-07-25 19:00:00 2024-07-25 20:00:00 America/Denver Teen Film Contest Lights, camera, action! Create a film with the theme "Adventure" and submit it by July 14th to see if you can take home the top prize: a $100 Amazon gift card! Provo Library - Shaw Programming Room #260

Provo Library

Shaw Programming Room #260

Lights, camera, action! Create a film with the theme "Adventure" and submit it by July 14th to see if you can take home the top prize: a $100 Amazon gift card!

Rules and submission information

Helpful Resources

SUBMIT YOUR FILM HERE | Entries due July 14th at the end of the day.

Rules and Submission Information:

ELIGIBILITY

  • Must be between the ages of 12-18
  • Must have a valid Provo City Library card (or parent/guardian with a valid card)
  • Only one entry per person

CONTEST PERIOD

  • Submissions accepted from June 1, 2024 through July 14, 2024
  • Awards ceremony and film viewing party at 7:00 PM on Thursday, July 25, 2024

SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

  • Create your original short film with the theme of “Adventure”
  • Film should be 1-5 minutes long
  • Film should be suitable for audiences of all ages
  • All music and images must have permission from the creator or be in the public domain
  • Upload your film to YouTube (must be viewable during the judging period and the awards screening)
  • Complete the online submission form

FILMING AT THE LIBRARY

  • If you choose to film at the Provo City Library (outside of the Basement Creative Lab), check in with the reference desk before you begin
  • Large equipment setup is not permitted, filming must not impede patron access
  • Be courteous of patrons using the Library
  • Strive to only film those in your party

JUDGING

  • Films will be judged by Provo City Library staff
  • Judges will consider the following criteria:
    • Theme incorporation
    • Film editing
    • Production design
    • Sound mixing
    • Writing
  • “Viewer’s Choice Award” will be voted on by the audience at the viewing party on July 25, 2024, located in the Shaw Programming Room, #260

AWARDS

  • 1st place: $100 Amazon gift card
  • 2nd place: $50 Amazon gift card
  • 3rd place: $25 Amazon gift card
  • Viewer’s Choice: $40 Amazon gift card

QUESTIONS

If at any point in the filmmaking/submission process you have a question, please email teenscene@provolibrary.org.

AGE GROUP: | Teens (12-18) | All Ages |

EVENT TYPE: | Teen | Movies |

TAGS: | Teens |

Provo Library
Phone: 801-852-6650
Hours
Skip Opening Hours widget
We're closed Saturday July 04 due to Independence Day
Mon, Jun 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 03 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Sat, Jul 04 Closed
(Independence Day)
Sun, Jul 05 Closed
previous
this week
next

Upcoming events

Skip Programs for Children widget
Grand Old Flag Hunt
Mon, Jun 29, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
To celebrate our nation's 250th birthday, come look for some different flags we've used throughout our history that are hidden around the Children's Library. Participants will earn a small prize!
Take and Make Crafts - Paper Plate Patriotic Wreath
Mon, Jun 29, All day
Take Home Crafts
Pick up a free take-home craft kit for children ages 0-12, limit 8 kits per family.
Grand Old Flag Hunt
Tue, Jun 30, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
To celebrate our nation's 250th birthday, come look for some different flags we've used throughout our history that are hidden around the Children's Library. Participants will earn a small prize!
Grand Old Flag Hunt
Wed, Jul 01, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
To celebrate our nation's 250th birthday, come look for some different flags we've used throughout our history that are hidden around the Children's Library. Participants will earn a small prize!
Grand Old Flag Hunt
Thu, Jul 02, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
To celebrate our nation's 250th birthday, come look for some different flags we've used throughout our history that are hidden around the Children's Library. Participants will earn a small prize!
Library Kids - Patriotic Poppers
Thu, Jul 02, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Young Special Events Room #201
Literacy-based programs for children ages 5-8.
Tween Thursdays - Colonial Games
Thu, Jul 02, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
Calling all Tweens! Join us each Thursday for a program just for you! For kids ages 9-12.
Grand Old Flag Hunt
Fri, Jul 03, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
To celebrate our nation's 250th birthday, come look for some different flags we've used throughout our history that are hidden around the Children's Library. Participants will earn a small prize!
Take and Make Crafts - Ant Tunnels
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Take Home Crafts
Pick up a free take-home craft kit for children ages 0-12, limit 8 kits per family.
National Parks Hunt
Mon, Jul 06, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Look around the Children's Library to find pictures of some of our country's amazing National Parks. Get a prize at the desk when you're done!
National Parks Hunt
Tue, Jul 07, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Look around the Children's Library to find pictures of some of our country's amazing National Parks. Get a prize at the desk when you're done!
National Parks Hunt
Wed, Jul 08, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Look around the Children's Library to find pictures of some of our country's amazing National Parks. Get a prize at the desk when you're done!
Tween Minecraft Club
Wed, Jul 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Shaw Programming Room #260
Come explore the world of Minecraft! Tween (ages 9-12) players of all levels welcome.
Registration opens Monday, July 6 2026 at 9:00am
LEGO Crew - Dreams
Wed, Jul 08, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
You bring the imagination, and we'll provide the LEGOs! Simple building concepts for kids to construct on their own or in a group. Finished creations will be put on display. For kids ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, July 6 2026 at 9:00am
National Parks Hunt
Thu, Jul 09, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Look around the Children's Library to find pictures of some of our country's amazing National Parks. Get a prize at the desk when you're done!
National Parks Hunt
Fri, Jul 10, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Look around the Children's Library to find pictures of some of our country's amazing National Parks. Get a prize at the desk when you're done!
National Parks Hunt
Sat, Jul 11, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Look around the Children's Library to find pictures of some of our country's amazing National Parks. Get a prize at the desk when you're done!
Unearth a Mystery
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Which cryptid are you? Find all the cryptids on your paper, then bring it back to the Children's Desk for a small prize!
Take and Make Crafts - Pop-Up Wombat
Mon, Jul 13, All day
Take Home Crafts
Pick up a free take-home craft kit for children ages 0-12, limit 8 kits per family.
Unearth a Mystery
Tue, Jul 14, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Which cryptid are you? Find all the cryptids on your paper, then bring it back to the Children's Desk for a small prize!
Unearth a Mystery
Wed, Jul 15, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Which cryptid are you? Find all the cryptids on your paper, then bring it back to the Children's Desk for a small prize!
Unearth a Mystery
Thu, Jul 16, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Which cryptid are you? Find all the cryptids on your paper, then bring it back to the Children's Desk for a small prize!
Tween Thursdays - Rock Party
Thu, Jul 16, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
Calling all Tweens! Join us for a program just for you! For kids ages 9-12.
Registration opens Monday, July 13 2026 at 9:00am
Library Kids - Paper Mache Papyrus
Thu, Jul 16, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Young Special Events Room #201
Literacy-based programs for children ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, July 13 2026 at 9:00am
Unearth a Mystery
Fri, Jul 17, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Which cryptid are you? Find all the cryptids on your paper, then bring it back to the Children's Desk for a small prize!
Unearth a Mystery
Sat, Jul 18, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Which cryptid are you? Find all the cryptids on your paper, then bring it back to the Children's Desk for a small prize!
Unearth a Treasure
Mon, Jul 20, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Pick up a treasure map at the Children's Desk and follow it to find the treasure. Bring your completed map back to the Children's Desk for a small prize!
Take and Make Crafts - Pipe Cleaner Earthworms
Mon, Jul 20, All day
Take Home Crafts
Pick up a free take-home craft kit for children ages 0-12, limit 8 kits per family.
Unearth a Treasure
Tue, Jul 21, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Pick up a treasure map at the Children's Desk and follow it to find the treasure. Bring your completed map back to the Children's Desk for a small prize!
Unearth a Treasure
Wed, Jul 22, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Pick up a treasure map at the Children's Desk and follow it to find the treasure. Bring your completed map back to the Children's Desk for a small prize!
Tween Minecraft Club
Wed, Jul 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Shaw Programming Room #260
Come explore the world of Minecraft! Tween (ages 9-12) players of all levels welcome.
Registration opens Monday, July 20 2026 at 9:00am
LEGO Crew - Siblings
Wed, Jul 22, 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Provo Library - Story Room
You bring the imagination, and we'll provide the LEGOs! Simple building concepts for kids to construct on their own or in a group. Finished creations will be put on display. For kids ages 5-8.
Registration opens Monday, July 20 2026 at 9:00am
Unearth a Treasure
Thu, Jul 23, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Pick up a treasure map at the Children's Desk and follow it to find the treasure. Bring your completed map back to the Children's Desk for a small prize!
Unearth a Treasure
Sat, Jul 25, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Pick up a treasure map at the Children's Desk and follow it to find the treasure. Bring your completed map back to the Children's Desk for a small prize!
Dig Up a Good Story
Mon, Jul 27, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Fido tore up and buried some words from our story! Can you figure out the missing words to finish the story? Turn your completed paper in at the Children's Desk for a small prize!
Take and Make Crafts - Plastic Straw Fish Fossil
Mon, Jul 27, All day
Take Home Craft
Pick up a free take-home craft kit for children ages 0-12, limit 8 kits per family.
Dig Up a Good Story
Tue, Jul 28, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Fido tore up and buried some words from our story! Can you figure out the missing words to finish the story? Turn your completed paper in at the Children's Desk for a small prize!
Dig Up a Good Story
Wed, Jul 29, All day
Provo Library - Children's Department
Fido tore up and buried some words from our story! Can you figure out the missing words to finish the story? Turn your completed paper in at the Children's Desk for a small prize!
See all events