In January, Wake County Public Libraries invite you to learn new themes on classic topics as they host discussions about literature, poetry and music in area Regional Libraries. The programs are free to the public however registration is requested.

Jan. 7

• 7 p.m. - North Carolina Poetry: The New Meets the Old

Southeast Regional Library (919-662-2250)

Explore the diversity and dynamics of poetry in our state with Chris Tonelli, poetry editor/lecturer at N.C. State University.

Jan. 14

• 7 p.m. - The Greatest Novels of all Time—or Not

West Regional Library (919-463-8500)

Debate the classics and what makes a classic with Dr. Jim Neilson of Wake Technical Community College.

Jan. 23

• 2 p.m. - An Introduction to Great Classical Music

Eva Perry Regional Library (919-387-2100)

Explore the elements, pleasure and history of classical music with Juergen Rathgeber, WCPE radio host.

• 6:30 p.m. - Classic Novels into Film

Cameron Village Library (919-856-6710)

Discuss the film adaptations of “Emma,” “Jane Eyre” and “Great Expectations” with James Thompson of the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill.

Jan. 24

• 7 p.m. - The Greatest Novels of all Time—or Not

East Regional Library (919-217-5300)

Debate the classics and what makes a classic with Dr. Jim Neilson of Wake Technical Community College.

Jan. 31

• 6:30 p.m. - Classic Novels into Film

North Regional Library (919-870-4000)

Discuss the film adaptations of “Emma,” “Jane Eyre” and “Great Expectations” with James Thompson of the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill.