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Poem a Day for National Poetry Month

All Day
All Ages
Ralph Ellison Library
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Library Branch: Ralph Ellison Library
Room: Onsite (Ralph Ellison)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Visit Ralph Ellison Library for a poem a day during National Poetry Month, featuring different poets, eras, and subjects. You just might find a new favorite!

Children Reading to Dogs

2:00pm–3:00pm
Kids
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Children's Area (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs, Reading Help
Registration Required

Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library.

Page Turners

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults
Choctaw Library
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Choctaw Library
Room: Meeting Room (Choctaw)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Clubs, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Do you love to read and discuss books, but prefer to choose your own titles to read? If so, our book club is for you! Each month, we randomly select a different genre (e.g.

Unlock Your Creative Voice: A Journey Through Poetry

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Southern Oaks Library
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, DIY & Hobbies, Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Join us this Poetry Month at the Southern Oaks Library for a beginner poetry workshop lead by guest presenter and poet Mary B. Gray. Mary will be leading a fun and interactive workshop to help you develop your poetry skills!

 

Library Helpers (Ages 7-10)

3:00pm–4:00pm
Kids
Northwest Library
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Books & Reading
Registration Required
Event Description:

Hey kids, come show your love for the library and join "Library Helpers." We will meet every other month to work on art projects to decorate the library, make bookmarks and/or greeting cards for the community, and talk about all the great books th

Disclaimer(s)

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to be in attendance and be engaged with your child for this program. 

Creative Writing Sunday

3:00pm–5:00pm
Adults
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
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Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:

Have you always wanted to explore creative writing but never had the chance? Are you looking for a supportive community of writers with whom you can share your work?