In honor of National Poetry Month, come and join Austin Typewriter, Ink. (ATI), of Austin, for a "Type-in" at various Library Branches (See Dates Below). ATI will be bringing some vintage typewriters for attendees to sit down and manually type out a poem, a few thoughts, or perhaps a letter to a loved one. So come for a nostalgic throw-back or experience pre-PC tech for the first time.
IGO: Sunday, April 13, 2025, 1pm – 5pm
Mission: Saturday April 19, 2025, 11am-2pm
Semmes: Saturday April 19, 2025, 3pm-6pm
Landa: Saturday April 26, 2025, 11am-2pm
Sounds of Shakespeare: Music from the Middle Ages to the Early Baroque
Beginning with an early round proclaiming the Summer by John of Fornsette (born 1228), "Sumer is icumen in". The program ends with guitar music by a Spanish composer, Gaspar Sanz (born 1640), Los Canarios. Between those pieces you will find several choice works by John Dowland, including a beautiful lament, and dance music. There will also be variations on the ancient Burgundian folk melody, L'homme armé, Jon Come Kisse Me Now, and other tunes. Likewise, we plan to feature some popular madrigals arranged for recorders on the program. Farmer's "Fair Phyllis" and Dowland's "What if I Never Speede" are two of my favorites. El Grillo (The Cricket) will also join the ranks among the madrigals, clearly chirping away and answering with its distinctive call on ancient crumhorn voices, recorders, and percussion.
Central Library Auditorium & Foyer: Saturday May 10, 2025, 1pm-2:30pm
Open Mic Poetry
Patrons of all ages will have an opportunity to read their own works and share their words with fellow poets. Not a writer? Grab works from your favorite poet and share with the group. All ages are welcome!
Central Library Latino Collection & Resource Center Tuesday April 15th, 6pm-7pm
