2026 OFL Poetry Contest: April 1-30
Express yourself through poetry! Join in our fun poetry contest by submitting a poem you've written anytime during the month of April.

1 winner from each of the following age groups:
  • Kids in grades K-4
  • Tweens in grades 5-8
  • Teens in grades 9-12
  • Adults, ages 18+
Entry forms are available online or in person at the library.

Contest Rules:
  • Poems must be submitted Wednesday, April 1 through Thursday, April 30th.
  • Submissions must be original work.
  • Library staff will vote for their favorites May 1-10
  • Winners will be notified on Monday, May 11th- Winners must pick up prizes at Onondaga Free Library.
  • Poems will not be returned to patrons- Please make copy of poem if you would like it for your records.
Need inspiration? Check out our great collection of poetry books on display by the DVDs, in the Teen Space and children's non-fiction area!
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