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Teen Poetry Contest

Open April 1 - April 30
2024-04-30 00:00:00 2024-04-30 23:59:00 America/Los_Angeles Teen Poetry Contest Celebrate National Poetry Month by entering our second annual teen poetry contest! Youth in grades 7-12 can submit an original poem for a chance to win a gift card and have their poem printed in a booklet anthology. Claremont Helen Renwick Library -

Tuesday, April 30
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Add to Calendar 2024-04-30 00:00:00 2024-04-30 23:59:00 America/Los_Angeles Teen Poetry Contest Celebrate National Poetry Month by entering our second annual teen poetry contest! Youth in grades 7-12 can submit an original poem for a chance to win a gift card and have their poem printed in a booklet anthology. Claremont Helen Renwick Library -

Celebrate National Poetry Month by entering our second annual teen poetry contest! Youth in grades 7-12 can submit an original poem for a chance to win a gift card and have their poem printed in a booklet anthology.

Poems will be judged in three grade categories: 7-8, 9-10, and 11-12. The top five poems in each grade category will have their poems printed in a booklet anthology that will be distributed to the finalists and be on display at the library.

The top two poems in each category will receive a gift card prize: $50 for first place and $30 for second place.

Pick up an entry form at Claremont Library. You can submit the completed entry form and your poem by dropping it off or mailing it to Claremont Helen Renwick Library. You can also email your entry form and poem to pespinosa@library.lacounty.gov. 

The deadline for submission is April 30, 2024. Finalists will be contacted by May 18. 

Contest Rules:

All poets must be in grades 7-12
All submissions must be original works written by the young poet submitting the entry
Only one (1) entry per poet
Entries must not exceed 25 lines 
Poems should be typed or printed in neat handwriting
Winners must be able to pick up their prize by June 8, 2024

Sponsored by the Friends of the Claremont Library

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Books, Poetry, & Writing |

TAGS: | National Poetry Month | National Library Week |

Claremont Helen Renwick Library
Phone: 909.621.4902
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Mon, Mar 30 Closed
Tue, Mar 31 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 01 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Apr 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 05 Closed
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About the branch

Claremont Library was founded in 1914. It has been at its current location since 1928. The present building opened on April 25, 1975. The Friends of the Claremont Public Library was founded in 1957.

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Book Club - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
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Join our monthly book club for an engaging discussion of our latest selection, "The Book Club for Troublesome Women" by Marie Bostwick. For adults.
Board Game Hour - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 03, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Game on! Challenge your friends at classic board games. A variety of games are available to play from Uno to Chess. For ages 11 – 14
Baby Storytime - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 04, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Join us for a fun bonding experience with your baby through rhymes, fingerplays, and books! For babies up to 18 months, with their parent or caregiver.
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Noteworthy Puppets: Sherlock Homerun - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 07, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
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Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 08, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
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Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 09, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Let’s get ready for school! Enjoy books, songs, rhymes, and movement while learning school readiness skills and having fun. For ages 2 - 5 with their parent or caregiver.
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Teen Craft: Flower Smash Art - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 10, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Learn the unique art of "flower pounding," a technique that uses a hammer and natural pigments from flowers to create colorful, abstract designs. This eco-friendly process is a fun way to craft something fun and beautiful. For ages 12 - 17
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Baby Band - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 11, 10:15am - 10:45am
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Music helps your baby’s brain make more learning connections, build fine and gross motor skills, and teach social skills. Come play with us! For ages 0 - 24 months and caregivers.
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Try it Out!: Mini Ikebana - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Ikebana is the Japanese art of flower arranging. Learn how to create your own small Ikebana flower display to take home and enjoy!  Flowers will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own bowl or vase. For adults
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New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
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New parents, join us at a special program designed for you. Bring your new baby and learn about all the great programs and services we have for parents, caregivers, and children, and connect with other new parents/families in the community.
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 15, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
MākMō: Regrow Your Groceries - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 21, 5:15pm - 6:00pm
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Do you want to save money and help out the planet? Join us and learn how to regrow plant scraps in your kitchen! Supplies are limited. For adults.
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 22, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Create and Celebrate: Earth Day - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Join us at the library for an afternoon of art activities in celebration of Earth Day! Learn about ways we can help the planet, while making a flying butterfly paper craft and painting your own rock. For ages 5 - 12 with a parent or caregiver. 
Board Game Hour - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Game on! Challenge your friends at classic board games. A variety of games are available to play from Uno to Chess. For ages 11 – 14
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 29, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
In response to an increase in fentanyl and other opioid related overdoses, we've partnered with the County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health and California Department of Health Care Services to offer free doses of Naloxone (Narcan).
Celebrate Día: Crafts and Stories - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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Join us for El día de los niños/El día de los libros, as we celebrate children and families around the world with an hour of creative time and stories. For ages 5 – 12 with parent or caregiver.
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