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April Poetry show case

by the Hurston/Wright Foundation
2023-04-27 18:00:00 2023-04-27 19:30:00 America/New_York April Poetry show case Come celebrate National Poetry month and listen to some amazing performers. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Thursday, April 27
6:00pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-04-27 18:00:00 2023-04-27 19:30:00 America/New_York April Poetry show case Come celebrate National Poetry month and listen to some amazing performers. Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library - Large Meeting Room

Come celebrate National Poetry month and listen to some amazing performers.

This poetry showcase is brought to you in partnership with Hurston/Wright Foundation and Alexandria Library.

Enjoy some amazing new poems from talented artists and get some tips on creating your own.

To learn more about Hurston/Wright Foundation please visit https://www.hurstonwright.org/

This program was inspired by our "All Alexandria Reads" theme of Joy

and to highlight Black/POC writers and artists for National Poetry Month.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | All Ages | Ages 6-12 | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion | Art & Music | All Alexandria Reads |

TAGS: | Joy | All Alexandria Reads | #poetry | #Nationalpoetrymonth | #AlexandriaVA | #AAR |

Charles E. Beatley Jr. Central Library
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Public Transit:

  • Metrorail: King Street Station (Yellow & Blue Lines 3.2 miles); Van Dorn Station (Blue Line 2.1 miles)
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English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
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This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required. No certificates of completion are issued.
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Tue, Jan 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
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Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.
1s and 2s Time - Tiempo para niños de 1 y 2
Wed, Jan 22, 11:30am - 12:05pm
Join us for stories, songs, and activities for your active, growing little ones! Ages 1-2.
English Language Learning (ELL) 2 Workshop - Intermediate Conversation
Wed, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Conference Room
This volunteer-led workshop provides a space for intermediate speakers to practice English and build confidence. No registration required. No certificates of completion are issued.
Knit Nite! - A knitting club for kids ages 8-18.
Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Learn to knit under the guidance of experienced knitters. All supplies will be provided. Ages 8-18.
Baby Bounce - for babies 0-12 months and their caretaker(s) - ¡Que salten los bebés!
Thu, Jan 23, 1:15pm - 2:00pm
Baby storytime, plus opportunities to build relationships with other caretakers of young children! For ages 0-12 months, accompanied by an adult. After your first birthday, please attend 1s and 2s.
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Thu, Jan 23, 4:00pm - 4:30pm
Periodicals Room
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