National Poetry Day at Hutt City Libraries
Unleash the power of poetry and celebration National Poetry day (Friday 25 August) at Hutt City Libraries!
Events are free and open to all ages.
Reo Rangatahi
Nau mai, haere mai! Listen to local spoken word poets from Poetry in Motion Wellington and a selection of young poets from across Hutt City.
War Memorial Library, Friday 25 August, 1pm-2pm
Poetry Evening with Geraldine Brophy
Bring your favourite poems to read, share or discover new favourites. Feel free to bring a picnic dinner to enjoy at the library. Tea and coffee provided. Families welcome.
Naenae Library, Friday 25 August, 6pm-8pm
Positive Poetry
Listen to a selection of inspiring and thought-provoking poetry then have a go at writing one of your own!
Naenae Library, Saturday 26 August, 2pm
For more events on at our libraries check out www.library.huttcity.govt.nz...
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