Skip to main content
close
font 1 font 2 font 3
Reset to standard size
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Yellow on Black White on Black Soft Greys Black on Linen Black on White
Reset to default contrast
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
Person writing in a blank notebook

Teen Poetry Contest

Open April 1 - April 30
2025-04-15 12:00:00 2025-04-15 20:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Teen Poetry Contest Celebrate National Poetry Month by entering our third 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 15
12:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-15 12:00:00 2025-04-15 20:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Teen Poetry Contest Celebrate National Poetry Month by entering our third 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 third 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 categories:
Grades 7-8, 9-10, and 11-12. 

1st place in each category will receive a $50 gift card.

The top 15 finalists will also have their poem printed in a booklet anthology that will be distributed to the finalists and displayed at the library.

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, 2025. 

Contest Rules:

  • All poets must be in grades 7-12
  • All submissions must be original works written by the poet submitting the entry
  • Only one (1) entry per poet
  • Entries must not exceed 25 lines or more than one page in length
  • Poems should be typed or printed in neat handwriting.
  • All contestants will be notified by May 17
  • Winners must pick up their prize at the library by June 7, 2025

This program is generously sponsored by the Friends of the Claremont Library

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Books, Poetry, & Writing |

TAGS: | National Poetry Month |

Claremont Helen Renwick Library
Phone: 909.621.4902
Hours
We're closed Monday March 31
Mon, Mar 31 Closed
Tue, Apr 01 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 02 12:00PM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 03 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Apr 04 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 05 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Apr 06 Closed
previous
this week
next
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.

Upcoming events

Teen Poetry Contest - Open April 1 - April 30
Tue, Apr 01, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Celebrate National Poetry Month by entering our third 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.
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 02, 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).
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person program
Thu, Apr 03, 10:15am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
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.
This event is full
Book Club - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 04, 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Join our monthly book club for an engaging discussion of our latest selection, " A Psalm for the Wild-Built" and "A Prayer for the Crown-Shy" by Becky Chambers. For adults.
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 09, 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).
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person program
Thu, Apr 10, 10:15am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
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.
This event is full
DIY Mosaic Coaster - In-Person Program
Sat, Apr 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us at the library and learn how to make your own mosaic coaster with real glass tiles. Mosaics have been created for thousands of years. Try your hand at this popular and enduring craft at the library. For adults
This event is full
Teen Poetry Contest - Open April 1 - April 30
Tue, Apr 15, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Celebrate National Poetry Month by entering our third 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.
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 16, 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).
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person program
Thu, Apr 17, 10:15am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
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.
This event is full
Free Vaccine Clinic: Flu and COVID-19 - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room
LA County Department of Public Health is partnering with LA County Library to provide FREE flu vaccinations and the updated 2024-25 COVID-19 vaccine. Health insurance is not required but will be requested if insured. 
Register
Arbor Day Color and Plant! - In-Person Program
Tue, Apr 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate Arbor Day with us at the library! Learn about why we celebrate Arbor Day, decorate your own bookmark and suncatchers, and take seeds and small planters home with you! For children ages 5 – 12 and their caregivers.
This event is full
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 23, 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).
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Thu, Apr 24, 10:15am - 10:45am
Meeting Room
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.
Baby Band - In-Person Program
Fri, Apr 25, 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room
Build your baby’s pre-literacy, cognitive, and motor skills while enjoying songs, rhymes, and movement. For ages 0 - 24 months with a caregiver
This event is full
Teen Poetry Contest - Open April 1 - April 30
Tue, Apr 29, 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Celebrate National Poetry Month by entering our third 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.
Naloxone (Narcan) Clinics - In-Person Program
Wed, Apr 30, 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).
See all events