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Writer-in-residence program to end with public presentation next week
Published 3:26 PST, Mon November 22, 2021
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The 10th writer-in-residence program wraps up with a public presentation from this year’s author, Sonya Lalli along with special guests on Dec. 1 in the Richmond Cultural Centre Performance Hall (7700 Minoru Gate).
The free in-person program takes place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. and is chance to connect with Lalli and other literary artists. To reserve a spot, email culture@richmond.ca. As seating is limited, advance registration is required to attend in person.
Since this year’s writer-in-residence program launched in late September, local emerging writers have had the opportunity to participate in the three-part Breaking Down Barriers workshop series, a public reading and Q&A session and there is still time to register for the upcoming Writers’ Circle on Saturday (Nov. 27).
The 2021 writer-in-residence program is produced by a partnership of the City of Richmond’s Arts Services, Minoru Seniors Society and Richmond Public Library Brighouse Branch.
Details about the public presentation and the program are available at www.richmond.ca/writerinresidence.
The program will adhere to all City of Richmond COVID-19 safety protocols including mandatory masks. Proof of vaccination is required. Doors open at 5:45 p.m.