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Poetry Writing Studio

In-Person Program
2025-10-18 11:00:00 2025-10-18 13:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Poetry Writing Studio Join Malibu Poet Laureate Charlotte Ward for a generative poetry writing studio where we will cycle with each other's energies, discuss poems to stimulate our imaginations & write original poems from prompts or personal impetus. For adults. Malibu Library - Meeting Room

Saturday, October 18
11:00am - 1:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-18 11:00:00 2025-10-18 13:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Poetry Writing Studio Join Malibu Poet Laureate Charlotte Ward for a generative poetry writing studio where we will cycle with each other's energies, discuss poems to stimulate our imaginations & write original poems from prompts or personal impetus. For adults. Malibu Library - Meeting Room

Malibu Library

Meeting Room

Join Malibu Poet Laureate Charlotte Ward for a generative poetry writing studio where we will cycle with each other's energies, discuss poems to stimulate our imaginations & write original poems from prompts or personal impetus. For adults.

We'll explore, express, and celebrate all forms of energy.

This studio environment provided by the City of Malibu is designed for everyone, regardless of experience. Come prepared with pen, notepad, and fervor. Led by Malibu Poet Laureate Charlotte Ward.

Sponsored by the City of Malibu Cultural Arts Commission.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books, Poetry, & Writing |

TAGS: | Workshop |

Malibu Library
Phone: 310.456.6438
Hours
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Mon, Oct 06 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Oct 07 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Oct 08 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Oct 09 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Oct 10 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Oct 11 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Oct 12 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Malibu Library, located in the Malibu Civic Center Complex, was established in 1970 by the County of Los Angeles Public Library. Prior to 1970, a bookmobile provided library service to the Malibu community serving residents in Topanga Canyon and along the Pacific Coast Highway.

On April 22, 2012, a grand opening celebration was held to mark the completion of a $6 million renovation of the Malibu Library, designed by the architectural firm of LPA, Inc. and funded by revenue generated from local property taxes.

The new sustainable, LEED-certified library has been redesigned to represent Malibu's sand, sea and sun culture with features such as:

-A replica of the Adamson House tile rug in the main lobby
-A photographic exhibit featuring historical images of the area
-The Children's area featuring a marine life motif, including an 8' by 14' porcelain tile art piece designed by artist Christine Nguyen
-A Teen area that embraces Malibu's surf culture.
 

Upcoming events

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Malibu Library Book Club:  The Dream Hotel - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 08, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room
Sara is arrested after an algorithm reviewing her dreams determines she is an imminent risk to her husband and must be kept under observation for twenty-one days. 'The Dream Hotel' portrays a dystopian future of extreme surveillance. For adults.
Park Tales: Monsters, Magic, and Mayhem - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Preschool storytime at Bluffs Park. For ages 2 - 5.
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Woven Bookmarks - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
For Teen Read Month, we are hand weaving bookmarks on our own mini-looms and discussing our favorite books. For teens ages 13 – 17.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Caffeinated Verse: Poetry Open Mic - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room
Join Malibu Poet Laureate Charlotte Ward to hear readings of original pieces written by local poets and bring a poem of your own to read during the open mic. For adults.
Nature Walk for Kids - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Discover the nature that is all around us! Take a walk through Legacy Park with a City of Malibu naturalist. We'll start at Malibu Library and finish with a short storytime in the park. For ages 2 – 10 with parent or caregiver.
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Peaceful Painting in Western Malibu - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 15, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Join us at Malibu Equestrian Park for an afternoon of relaxing open-air painting. Follow instructions to create your own masterpiece. All materials provided. Beginners welcome! We will meet at the picnic tables next to the arena. For adults.
Music Together for Babies & Toddlers - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
Families will sing, move, and play child-friendly instruments together. For children ages 0 - 3 and their caregivers.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Classical Guitar Concert with Pepperdine University - In-Person Program
Fri, Oct 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room
The Pepperdine Guitar Department presents a concert featuring musicians studying with world-renowned classical guitar virtuoso Christopher Parkening. For adults.
Poetry Writing Studio - In-Person Program
Sat, Oct 18, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room
Join Malibu Poet Laureate Charlotte Ward for a generative poetry writing studio where we will cycle with each other's energies, discuss poems to stimulate our imaginations & write original poems from prompts or personal impetus. For adults.
Malibu Library Speaker Series: Obi Kaufmann - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room
California poet, painter, and naturalist Obi Kaufmann will discuss his latest book, 'The State of Fire: Why California Burns'. For adults.
New Parent Engagement: Learn About Library Programs & Services - In-Person Program
Wed, Oct 22, 11:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room
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.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Free Vaccine Clinic: Flu and COVID-19 for for All Ages - In-Person Program
Tue, Oct 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room
LA County Department of Public Health is partnering with LA County Library to provide FREE flu vaccinations and the 2025-26 COVID-19 vaccine for individuals 6+ month. Health insurance is not required, but will be requested if insured. 
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Matchbox Nichos for Teens - In-Person Program
Thu, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate Día de los Muertos by making a matchbox nicho — small, colorful boxes that honor loved ones or display religious images. For teens ages 13 – 17.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
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.
Chumash Star Stories - In-Person Program
Wed, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room
Constellations are a group of stars that make a visible pattern in the night sky. Join us to learn about the constellation of Pleiades and the stories the Chumash peoples told surrounding it. For children ages 5 - 12.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Fri, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
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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