National Poetry Month
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Thu, Apr 02, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Lake Los Angeles Library
A zine is a do-it-yourself mini-magazine. When you create a zine with poems inside, it becomes a poem-zine.  Come and make one with us. We’ll supply the materials; you supply the inspiration! For ages 12 – 17. 

Tue, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Compton Library - Meeting Room
Let's celebrate National Poetry Month! Teens will use color palettes and visual prompts to craft original poems that explore word choice, mood, and imagery--blending art and writing into one expressive masterpiece. For ages 12 -18

Tue, Apr 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Graham Library
This National Poetry Month teens learn about different types of poems and how to write them in a no-stress Poetry Workshop! Teens receive their own poetry notebook to write in. For Teens 13 – 17. 

Sat, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
Welcome a trio of poets laureate as they discuss the ways collective cultures shape how they read, write, and understand the world. For adults.

Sat, Apr 11, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room
In this session we will create fill-in-the-blank and found poems, then use mixed media art techniques to add artistic expression to your words. For adults.

Thu, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
View Park Bebe Moore Campbell Library - Study Room
Poems don’t have to stay in straight lines! In Concrete Poetry, the shape of words is as important as the words themselves. For ages 8 - 12.

Wed, Apr 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Virtual Program
Miranda Cowley Heller takes us on an intimate journey through the life stages of a woman in her new poetry collection, What the Deep Water Knows. Delicate, yet exceedingly raw, these poems will transport you as vividly as any work of fiction.
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Wed, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:15pm
Hermosa Beach Library
Celebrate National Poetry Month with Xochitl-Julisa Bermejo as she guides us to write ekphrasis poetry. For adults. Generously sponsored by Hermosa Beach Friends of the Library.

Fri, Apr 24, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Join us for the ultimate trivia game. The game is a mix of strategy, speed, and mental stamina. Go head-to-head in a timed visual trivia battle of images, logos, or short clips appear on the big screen. The one to identify the most images wins!

Sat, Apr 25, 10:30am - 1:30pm
West Hollywood Library - Meeting Room
Join us for a one-day workshop focused on autobiographical writing taught by City of West Hollywood Inaugural Poet Laureate Steven Reigns. For adults.

Thu, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
South Whittier Library - Meeting Room
Ready to bring your favorite stories to life? Join our unique book club where we turn literary inspiration into tangible art! For adults.