About Poetry Month
National Poetry Month was launched by the Academy of American Poets in April 1996 to celebrate poets' integral role in our culture and that poetry matters.
Throughout April, celebrate Poetry Month at your libraries with fun take-home kits, educational programs, and resources to help you craft your next poem.
Poetry Month Library Resources
Books
Databases
Poetry Month Events
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!
Celebrate Poetry Month by adding to our Community Poet-Tree! Throughout April, Almonte will grow our "Tree of Lanterns" by adding poetry "leaves". We'll have leaves and examples of poetry throughout the library.
Come to the library and hunt for emoji clues to complete a famous poem! Draw or write your answers.
You will receive a small prize and a copy of the poem when you are done.
Disclaimer(s)
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Celebrate National Poetry Month with a book box created to spark your own writing!
Disclaimer(s)
We can only guarantee one kit per registration. Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed. Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.
Thank you for your help!
Poetry in 28 Words! Take Home Kit
Write poetry in 28 Words! Classical Chinese Jueju is a four line poetry stanza using 7 words per line creating a balance between the "Yin and Yang" elements of sound.
Disclaimer(s)
We can only guarantee one kit per registration. Please register individually to ensure that kits are appropriately distributed. Special notes should not be used for additional registrations.
Thank you for your help!
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?