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Poetry Collage Workshop

In-Person Program

2023-10-12 16:00:00 2023-10-12 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Poetry Collage Workshop Poetry Collage is a form of mixed media art with roots in the literary movement known as the Beat Generation. We’ll cut out words and sentences from books and magazines to make your own poem into an inspiring mixed media collage. For ages 13-17. City Terrace Library - Meeting Room

Thursday, October 12
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-12 16:00:00 2023-10-12 17:00:00 America/Los_Angeles Poetry Collage Workshop Poetry Collage is a form of mixed media art with roots in the literary movement known as the Beat Generation. We’ll cut out words and sentences from books and magazines to make your own poem into an inspiring mixed media collage. For ages 13-17. City Terrace Library - Meeting Room

City Terrace Library

Meeting Room

Poetry Collage is a form of mixed media art with roots in the literary movement known as the Beat Generation. We’ll cut out words and sentences from books and magazines to make your own poem into an inspiring mixed media collage. For ages 13-17.

This program is part of LA County Library’s My Brother’s Keeper mentoring program and features an MBK Peer Advocate as a co-host and youth mentor. 

This event is held in-person. LA County Public Health strongly encourages masks and physical distancing indoors regardless of vaccination status. Masks will continue to be available for customers upon request. Please see the Guidelines for Attendees during the registration process for more information. 

City Terrace Library

Phone: 323.261.0295

Hours
Mon, Jan 27 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jan 28 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jan 29 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jan 30 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jan 31 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Feb 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Feb 02 Closed

About the branch

City Terrace Library has been at its present location since 1979. In 2009, the library was refurbished with the support of Gloria Molina, Supervisor of the First District, Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors.

Upcoming events

Tue, Feb 04, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Learn  about different symbols of Valentine's Day such as hearts, cupid, and doves. Then create some Valentine's crafts  of your own.

Thu, Feb 06, 4:00pm - 4:50pm
Meeting Room
Get involved at the Library! Join the TAB and help shape the future of teen activities and the teen space here at the City Terrace Library. Participants can earn service hours for attending. New participants are always welcome! For ages 13 - 18.

Thu, Feb 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Are you aware of all the financial aid that you may be eligible for? Come to our financial aid workshop where you will learn about the FAFSA form and steps to complete the form. For teens ages 13 – 17.

Tue, Feb 11, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate African American & Black History Month by learning how the quilting tradition is used to tell stories, share family history, and show artistic expressions of African American culture.

Wed, Feb 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us to learn about the life and work of photographer Gordon Parks. We’ll review his body of work and give you a chance to try analog photography for yourself. Take home some photos of your own and find a new love for this medium. For ages 13 – 17

Thu, Feb 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
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.

Fri, Feb 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us to create your own vintage inspired cut paper collage valentines! We'll create valentines with recycled materials and learn how to put together our own cut paper collages. Make one for yourself or prepare one to gift to a friend!

Wed, Feb 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us for the ultimate balancing act and learn to accept failure with The Failure Toy. Your impossible task is to balance irregular shapes on an unstable wooden hoop. Learn and grow through failure and teamwork in this novel game. For ages 13 – 17.