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Blackout Poetry

Teen Creator Studio

2026-04-08 16:30:00 2026-04-08 17:30:00 America/New_York Blackout Poetry Turn ordinary text into powerful poetry. This program is all about creative expression! Suitable for ages: 13-17 White Oaks Branch - Program Room

Wednesday, April 08
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-04-08 16:30:00 2026-04-08 17:30:00 America/New_York Blackout Poetry Turn ordinary text into powerful poetry. This program is all about creative expression! Suitable for ages: 13-17 White Oaks Branch - Program Room

White Oaks Branch

Program Room

Turn ordinary text into powerful poetry. This program is all about creative expression! Suitable for ages: 13-17

In this hands-on workshop, teens will explore blackout poetry by transforming pages from books, newspapers, or printed articles into original poems. By selecting words and blacking out the rest, participants will discover how meaning, tone, and emotion can emerge in unexpected ways.

The session begins with a short introduction and examples of blackout poetry, followed by time to create, share, and reflect. Teens are encouraged to experiment, take risks, and express themselves visually and creatively. No writing or art experience is needed. All materials are provided.

Program Goals:

  • Foster self-expression and creativity 
  • Provide access to cutting-edge technology and learning tools to help teens develop new skills.
  • Introduce teens to creative resources like Creativebug and inspire them with innovative ideas from the internet.
  • Encourage social interaction and collaboration among peers in a creative setting.

Who Can Join:
Teens ages 13-17 interested in exploring new ways to express themselves creatively. No prior experience is required—just a curiosity to learn and create!

This program is unregistered and drop-in

AGE GROUP: | Teen (13-17) |

EVENT TYPE: | Lifestyle & Education | Books & Writing |

TAGS: | PM | ASPL-Teen |

White Oaks Branch

oplreference@oakville.ca
Phone: (905) 815-2038

Hours
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We're closed Friday April 03 due to Good Friday
We're closed Sunday April 05 due to Easter Monday - Prior Sunday
Mon, Mar 30 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Mar 31 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 01 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 02 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 03 Closed
(Good Friday)
Sat, Apr 04 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 05 Closed
(Easter Monday - Prior Sunday)

About the branch

Located within White Oaks Secondary School in central Oakville, the White Oaks Branch is home to a large collection of titles, study spaces, and a large lounge area. The branch hosts a variety of programs for all ages, with a particular focus on family programs. Parking is free.

Upcoming events

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Sat, Apr 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tue, Apr 07, 10:30am - 11:00am

Tue, Apr 07, 11:00am - 11:30am

Wed, Apr 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Sat, Apr 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 11:00am

Tue, Apr 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Sat, Apr 18, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Sun, Apr 19, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Tue, Apr 21, 10:30am - 11:00am

Tue, Apr 21, 11:00am - 11:30am

Sat, Apr 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Tue, Apr 28, 10:30am - 11:00am

Tue, Apr 28, 11:00am - 11:30am

Sat, May 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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