A Celebration of National Poetry Month
April 11, 2026
April 11, 2026
2:00 pm
4:00 pm
New Westminster Public Library, 716 6th Avenue
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 The Writer’s Studio at SFU, has been mentored by a number of Canadian poets. Among other local and global concerns, her current focus is on 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.

Details

Date:
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Saturday, April 11, 2026
Time:
2:00 pm
4:00 pm
Organizer:
New West Public Library and Royal City Literary Arts Society
Cost:
Free
Website:
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Location

New Westminster Public Library, 716 6th Avenue