Library system to offer poetry, writing programs in April

In recognition of National Poetry Month, the Tuscarawas County Public Library System will offer several poetry- and writing-themed programs in April.

Poetry Art will be held at 6 p.m. April 7 at the Main Library. Adults may attend a creative session exploring how art and poetry can complement each other. Participants may try creating poetry with collage or other artistic methods.

Fill-in-the-Blanks Poetry will be held at 4:30 p.m. April 17 at the Main Library. School-age children in grades three-six may take part in a program designed to put a humorous twist on poetry by filling in blanks in classic prose.

A Creative Writing Workshop will be held at 6 p.m. April 20 at the Main Library. Adults may take part in writing prompts designed to help generate ideas for writing projects.

Write on Track: A Writer’s Support Group will be held from 9-11 a.m. April 25 at Amish Country Donuts & Café, 522 Dover Road NE, Sugarcreek. Adults and teens may receive encouragement and support in meeting writing goals and may bring a sample of their work to share.

The programs are free, but registration is required. To register, visit the events calendar at tusclibrary.org or call the Main Library at 330-364-4474 or the Sugarcreek Branch at 330-852-2813.