Poetry Night featuring Judith Beveridge

Poetry Nights at Barry O'Keefe Library are hosted by local writer and publisher, Carol Jenkins. It is a relaxed event that features readings from a guest poet, 8 open mic slots (3 minutes each) and a short break in between. Come along to hear from established and emerging voices in Sydney’s poetry scene!

To express your interest in speaking in an open mic slot, please fill out this form.

About the guest poet

Judith Beveridge has published eight books of poetry. Her books have won major prizes including the Prime Minister’s Award for Poetry for Sun Music: New and Selected Poems. Her latest book is Tintinnabulum which was short-listed for the UK Laurel Prize and the Judith Wright Calanthe Award. 

About the host

Carol Jenkins is an Australian writer, blogger, visual artist and erstwhile audio publisher. She lives in Sydney. Coming to writing from a career in chemical regulation, her first poem was published in 2004. She writes essays, poetry, letters and blogs at Show Me The Treasure. 

Free event, bookings essential.

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