Get close to nature with two journaling sessions for adults Published on May 14, 2021 The Fort Worth Public Library is offering two outdoor nature journaling sessions for adults in celebration of International Nature Journaling Week, which is June 1-7. Tagged as: , Library
Joseph Neville adds melodic, heartfelt music to Amplify 817 Published on May 14, 2021 Singer/songwriter Joseph Neville’s music provides an accessible, pleasing sound while laying bare the raw emotions that come with encountering bumps in the road of life. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Library
Discussion to focus on breaking through cultural bias in music Published on May 12, 2021 Traditionally, students in music classes have been exposed to music that predominantly based on white Western European and American culture. A Fort Worth-based nonprofit organization is aiming to change the course of music education to include and highlight the rich contributions of Black, Brown, Indigenous and Asian musical influences. Tagged as: , Library
J/O/E’s beer-themed rap makes home-brewed hops hip Published on May 07, 2021 Amplify 817 adds the hometown sounds of rapper/craft-beer aficionado J/O/E. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Library
Exhibit explores Japanese-American artist's contributions to city Published on May 03, 2021 Isamu Noguchi's art installations in Fort Worth endure as tangible ties between Japanese culture and the American southwest. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture
Lorena Leigh brings sea-inspired pop to Amplify 817 Published on April 30, 2021 Fort Worth-based musician Lorena Leigh joins the Amplify 817 family with her "Water Theory" album and its 11 infectious pop songs. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Library
Author Series connects diverse writers with Fort Worth readers Published on April 20, 2021 Connecting readers with a diverse set of authors to create meaningful dialogue is at the heart of #FortWorthReads. The Fort Worth Public Library’s Author Series is bringing writers with a variety of unique voices for all to enjoy. Tagged as: , Library
Manya Shorr Named Texas Librarian of the Year Published on April 12, 2021 Manya Shorr, Director of the Fort Worth Public Library, received the Librarian of the Year Award from the Texas Library Association (TLA). TLA is the largest state library association in the United States with approximately 6,000 members. Tagged as: , Library
April Adult College Fair Published on April 08, 2021 While this year’s Fair is a change from the traditional in-person event, the virtual format is valuable for busy adults looking for learning opportunities and personal growth. Tagged as: , Classes or Workshops, Library
Library simplifies curbside pickup procedure Published on March 22, 2021 Patrons who reserve items for curbside pickup no longer need to schedule a pickup time once their items are ready. Tagged as: , Library