Hip Hop: For the Love of Lyrics

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Age Group:

Elementary School
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Allowed Grades: 4th Grade to 6th Grade

Program Description

50 Years of Hip Hop

Oak Park Public Library is thrilled to be one of more than 30 organizations around the country—including libraries, museums, colleges, universities, and archives—partnering for Collections of Culture: 50 Years of Hip Hop Inside Libraries, Museums and Archives. This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. Learn more at oppl.org/hip-hop-50 »

Event Details

Ever wondered how artists write the lyrics in the songs you love? Learn to better appreciate the word-smithing talent of your favorite songwriters and try your hand at writing your own! Poet Luis Tubens will guide you from start to finish, including a performance of your creations at the end of the event. Best for kids entering grades 4-6.