Newspaper Remix Lab

Turn old news into poems, collage, and teen voice

Cut, black out, and remix old newspapers into poems, headlines, collage, or a personal front page. Choose your format, share only if you want, and leave with teen-made media art. No experience needed.

Use old newspapers, markers, scissors, and collage supplies to turn yesterday’s news into new art and writing. Try blackout poetry, headline remix, editorial collage, or a front page that tells a story from your point of view.

You can work quietly, talk with other teens, or ask staff for help getting started. Selected pieces may be considered for a teen display with permission. Materials provided while supplies last. No registration required.

Questions about this program? Contact Quince Orchard Library at 240-777-0200.

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Library Program Attendance (both virtual and in the branch) is limited to participants within the suggested age range of the program. Children attending an MCPL program under the age of 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Adults attending a program intended for children must have an accompanying child.

If you plan to attend with a group of ten or more, please contact the branch at least one week before the program to discuss how your group might be accommodated.

Accommodation Requests

To request an accommodation, contact the library branch where you want the accommodation. If they are unable to help, or if you need an accommodation for an online resource or event, complete our Accommodation Request Form online or call Library Administration at 240-777-0002.

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