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Poetry Collage composition in blue hues showing a female figure with both arms raised facing away from the viewer. Text in red reads: "A person in crisis is like a balloon ready to pop. 'As I get older, I'm so aware of the way we constantly alter the narr

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. 

AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Books, Poetry, & Writing | Arts, Crafts, & Hobbies |

TAGS: | My Brother’s Keeper |

City Terrace Library
Phone: 323.261.0295
Hours
Mon, Nov 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Nov 19 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Nov 20 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Nov 21 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Nov 22 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 23 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 24 Closed
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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

Native American Heritage Month: Clay Coil Pots - In-Person Program
Tue, Nov 19, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month by learning about renowned Pueblo potter, Maria Martinez from San Ildefonso Pueblo, famous for her distinctive black-on-black ceramics. Emulate Martinez's pottery by making your own coil pot. Ages 5 - 12.
Smarty Pants Storytime - In-Person Program
Wed, Nov 20, 11:30am - 12:00pm
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.
Teen Advisory Board (TAB) - In-Person Program
Wed, Nov 20, 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 meetings. New participants are always welcome! Ages 12 - 18.
Native American Heritage Month: Strawberry Cross Stitch - In-Person Program
Wed, Nov 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Strawberries are more than just tasty berries. Come find out how important they are to different Native American cultures while we honor this plant with a fun cross stitch activity. For teens ages 13 – 17.
Origami Workshop for Teens - In-Person Program
Thu, Nov 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us to learn the fundamentals of origami, the art of paper folding. Whether you're well versed in the craft or trying it for the first time, we’ll cover each model step by step to help you appreciate this celebrated art form. For ages 13 – 17.
Gift Making Workshop - In-Person Program
Thu, Dec 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room
Join us to learn the joy of gift giving! Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or beginner, this hands-on workshop will help spark creativity and yield the perfect gift for someone’s special day, or any day at all! For ages 13 – 17.
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