Poetry Month

National Poetry Month, April 1-30.

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

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group

Coding Club

4:00pm–5:30pm
Kids, Teens
Warr Acres Library
Full
Registration Required
Registration is closed because the event is full.
Library Branch: Warr Acres Library
Room: Meeting Room A (Warr Acres)
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Computers & Technology, Science & STEAM
Registration Required
Event Description:

Coding and Poetry!

April is poetry month and so this week we will be learning to write poetry using scratch coding.

Disclaimer(s)

Be Advised:  This program may be photographed and/or videotaped for publicity purposes.

By Attending, you consent:  To the use of your voice and likeness in future publicity uses that contain content from this event. If you do not wish to be on camera, please let us know.

For more information visit our Photography & Video Disclaimer

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Ransom Note Poetry

6:00pm–7:00pm
Teens
Almonte Library
Library Branch: Almonte Library
Room: Meeting Room (Almonte)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, DIY & Hobbies
Event Description:

Teens ages 13-17 come join us at the Almonte Library on April 14th @ 6pm to celebrate Poetry Month! We'll cut and paste to create an original poem in a ransom note style using recycled magazines and newspapers.

Disclaimer(s)

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens. Accordingly, the Library will not be liable for such harm to any individual resulting from such allergens.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Introduction to Poetry

6:00pm–7:30pm
Teens, Adults
Northwest Library
Registration Required
Registration will open on April 8, 2026 @ 9:00am.
Library Branch: Northwest Library
Room: Meeting Room B (Northwest)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Writing
Registration Required
Event Description:
Whether you're a poetry lover or feel like you don't quite "get" poetry, this session is for you.
This event is in the "Adults" group

Creative Writing Wednesday

6:15pm–7:30pm
Adults
Warr Acres Library
Registration Required
Registration will close on April 15, 2026 @ 5:30pm.
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?

This event is in the "Adults" group

Community and Coffee

9:00am–10:00am
Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Route 66 Computer Lab (Downtown)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community & Civics
Event Description:

Visit us for a little "caffeination", conversation and education! At this come-and-go event you can enjoy a cup of tea or coffee with friends, and we'll be there to answer questions about library services and events. There will also be a selection of new materials for you to peruse and check out.

Join us for Community and Coffee. We will have free coffee, puzzles, and conversation topics for the community. 

This meeting will have some special activities related to National Poetry Month! 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Local Poets at the Library

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Downtown Library
Library Branch: Downtown Library
Room: Friends Room (Downtown)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Author Events, Books & Reading, Cultural Experiences
Event Description:

Join us at the Downtown Library as we celebrate Poetry Month with a reading by local poets! We have invited poets from the Oklahoma City area to come together and showcase their talents for an afternoon poetry reading.

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