A Celebration of National Poetry Month

Together with the Royal City Literary Arts Society, we welcome you to the library to enjoy an afternoon of poetry hosted by New Westminster’s Poet Laureate, Janet Kvammen.

Featuring poetry readings by:

• Marlo Browne: a Barbadian award-winning poet, spoken word artist, host, film-maker and author of 5 poetry books who currently lives in Langley, BC.
• Barbara Kmiec: a graduate of SFU Writer’s Studio and who has also worked with many local writers. She is currently working on a new extended piece that explores how we care for our beautiful planet and for seniors and other loved ones in our midst.
• and Janet Kvammen: New West’s current Poet Laureate, Janet is a multi-talented artist and poet, making creative work and opportunities for others all around town.

There will also be an Open Mic portion of the event hosted by Alan Hill – sign up sheet is available at the event and is first come first served.