Enjoy cultural experiences for free at the British Council Library, every Friday night. From cinematic journeys at our film screenings to literary explorations in the Writers' Club, the Poetry Circle, and the innovative Hybrid Book Club, each event is thoughtfully curated to inspire personal growth through film, literature, and community engagement across our centres in New Delhi, Kolkata, and Chennai.
Theme: Celebrating Women
Join us this month as we celebrate the strength, resilience, and brilliance of women! Through inspiring discussions, readings, and interactive sessions, we’ll explore the impact of women in shaping history, culture, and society. Let’s honour the voices, stories, and achievements of trailblazers who inspire change and continue to shape our world.
Where: British Council Library in New Delhi, Chennai, or Kolkata on Fridays.
When: 6pm to 8pm, every Friday night.
Who: Open to individuals aged 18 and above. .
FREE to join. Register here to save your free seat.
Programme schedule for March:
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Movie screening: "Suffragette" (2015) The inspiring story of the women’s suffrage movement in early 20th-century Britain, showcasing the struggles of women fighting for the right to vote. Set in the UK and highlighting pivotal events in women’s history. Venue: The British Council Library Delhi, Chennai, and Kolkata |
Delhi: 7 March 2025| 4.30 p.m. - 6.30 p.m. Chennai: 7 March 2025| 4.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. Kolkata: 7 March 2025| 3.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. |
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Writers' Club Dive into themes of education and literature. Share essays or short stories on topics like the intellectual journey, storytelling’s magic, and the impact of literature on shaping perspectives. Theme: Voices of Her Strength: Celebrating Women Through Stories and Verse Venue: The British Council Library in Chennai |
Chennai: 14 March 2025| 4.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. |
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Hybrid Book Club: "A Room of One's Own" by Virginia Woolf A foundational feminist essay advocating for women’s independence and space in literature and society. Written by Virginia Woolf, one of Britain’s most iconic literary figures. Library members can borrow the book from our Digital Library. Not a member yet? Become a library member today! Venue: The British Council Library in New Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata or you can join online. |
New Delhi, Chennai, Kolkata: 21 March 2025| 4.30 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. |
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Pen & Verse Club Reflect on the transformative role of education and literature. Share your poems, essays, or short stories that highlight themes like intellectual awakening, the magic of storytelling, and the influence of books on personal and societal growth Theme: Voices of Her Strength: Celebrating Women Through Stories and Verse Venue: The British Council Library in Kolkata |
Kolkata: 28 March 2025| 4.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. |
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Poetry Circle Awaken the poet within you. Share, discuss, and enhance your creativity with constructive feedback from fellow poets. This journey is about helping each other grow and bloom. Theme: Voices of Her Strength: Celebrating Women Through Stories and Verse Venue: The British Council Library in Chennai |
Chennai: 28 March 2025 | 4.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. |
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For more information, drop us an email at IndiaLibraries@britishcouncil.org or visit in person from Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at our New Delhi, Chennai and Kolkata centres.