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Due to the Memorial Marathon, the Ronald J. Norick Downtown Library will open at 12pm on Saturday, April 27th and at 2:30pm on Sunday, April 28th.

Fan Fiction / Fan Art Contest

Southern Oaks Library Presents Fan Fiction and Fan Art 2024

About Fan Fiction and Fan Art

The Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest was founded by John Hilbert. In dedication to John's work, the contest continues to recognize the remarkable talents of people in our community.

February 1, 2024 is the first day to submit entries to the Southern Oaks Library Fan Fiction and Fan Art contest. Fan Art may be any medium and contain original characters but must contain copyrighted characters as the main theme. Similar rules apply to Fan Fiction. The last day to submit your work is Friday, March 8, 2024 at 6:00 pm.

 

Rules for Submitting Fan Art

  • Only one entry per contestant in the Fan Art category.
  • You may include original characters, but Fan Art must contain a copyrighted character as the main theme.
  • Fan Art is not restricted to any age category or genre.
  • Contestant must be able to carry the Fan Art into the designated area.
  • Fan Art can be created in any medium.
  • Entries can be submitted in person at the Southern Oaks Library or online.
  • Use only your own work. You will be disqualified if you are found plagiarizing.
  • Fan Art must include a disclaimer. 
    • If you submit in person, you will fill one out when you bring your work.
    • If you submit online, you will fill it out when you submit your work. 

 

Rules for Submitting Fan Fiction

  • Only one entry per contestant in the Fan Fiction category.
  • Fan Fiction may include original characters, but Fan Fiction must contain a copyrighted character in the main plot.
  • Fan Fiction cannot be longer than 3,000 words.
  • Fan Fiction is not restricted to any age category or genre.
  • Entries can be submitted in person at the Southern Oaks Library or online.
  • Use only your own work. You will be disqualified if you are found plagiarizing.
  • Fan Fiction must include a disclaimer. 
    • If you submit in person, you will fill one out when you bring your submissions.
    • If you submit online, you will fill it out when you submit your work. 

 

Questions?

Any questions? Please contact us.

Upcoming Events @ Southern Oaks

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National Library Week Scavenger Hunt

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages, Birth-PreK, Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Reading, Family Programs
Event Description:
April 7th through April 14th is National Library Week! Swing by Southern Oaks Library to celebrate with a scavenger hunt that will be available all month. Explore all of the resources, services, and fun available to you at the library, then turn your...
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Book Boxes (Signup)

All Day 4/1 - 4/30
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Reading
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Description:
Do you like books? Are you between 12-18? If the answer to both of those are "yes," we have the thing for you! Sign up for a book box and we will try to find you your new favorite book! We will contact you when your box is ready. ...
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Teen Question Board

All Day 4/10 - 4/30
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:
Every month we ask a question, and we want to see your answers! Stop by the teen area every month to see the new question, and leave your opinion on a sticky note. ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Wildflower Seed Bombs!

All Day 4/22 - 4/29
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Online + Curbside (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: DIY & Hobbies, Take-Home Kit
Event Description:
Happy Earth Day from Southern Oaks Library! Seed bombs are a mixture of soil, clay, and native wildflowers. Throw them on the ground and watch them take root! ...
This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Star Wars Display

04/23/2024 @ 9:00am - 05/10/2024 @ 9:00am
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Onsite (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Displays & Exhibits
Event Description:
May the Fourth be with you! Star Wars day is coming up. Our big display case at Southern Oaks Library will be filled with Star Wars items for all to view! Rebel or Imperial, All are welcome to our library! ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Minecraft Meetup: Month Two

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Gaming
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Description:
Welcome back to Minecraft Meetup! New minecrafters are welcome as well as those that attended our first meeting. We will be creating our very own Minecraft skins and printing them out this session! We will also show off our last challenges to the gro...
This event is in the "Birth-PreK" group.

Toddlerobics

10:30am - 11:15am
Southern Oaks Library
Registration
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Birth-PreK
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Description:
Toddlers are invited to get a great start to lifelong learning through this fun-filled aerobics class, designed to develop fine and gross motor skills and help prepare children for reading readiness. Similar events are held at multiple libraries. ...
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Maker Mondays

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Southern Oaks Library
Library Branch: Southern Oaks Library
Room: Teen Area (Southern Oaks)
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies, Science & STEAM
Event Description:
Mondays are Maker Mondays! Join us in the teen area for a different maker activity each week. No registration is required and this is a come and go event. ...