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 the Mother Language – The Power of Words: How Literature Shapes Minds and Lives
Join us this month as we honour the beauty and power of the mother language! Through engaging discussions and creative writing sessions, we’ll delve into how literature in native languages shapes identities, preserves culture, sparks imagination, and transforms lives. Celebrate the words that connect us to our roots and inspire a world of ideas.
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 February:
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Movie screening: "Notting Hill" (1999) This classic romantic comedy follows the love story between a British bookshop owner (played by Hugh Grant) and a famous Hollywood actress (played by Julia Roberts), set in the charming neighbourhood of Notting Hill in London. It beautifully showcases British culture, humour, and the iconic London backdrop, making it perfect for celebrating Valentine’s Day. Venue: The British Council Library in New Delhi, Chennai, and Kolkata |
New Delhi: 7 February 2025 | 4.00 p.m. – 6.00 p.m. Chennai: 7 February 2025| 4.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. Kolkata: 14 February 2025| 4.00 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: The Heart of Our Tongue: Honouring Mother Languages Through Poetry Venue: The British Council Library in New Delhi |
New Delhi: 14 February 2025| 4.00 p.m. - 6.00 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: The Heart of Our Tongue: Honouring Mother Languages Through Poetry Venue: The British Council Library in Chennai |
Chennai: 14 February 2025| 4.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. |
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Hybrid Book Club: "The Canterbury Tales" by Geoffrey Chaucer A cornerstone of English literature, this collection of stories, written in Middle English, showcases the diversity of voices, dialects, and storytelling traditions of medieval England. Chaucer is considered the "Father of English Literature," and The Canterbury Tales is a testament to the evolution of the English language and its role in shaping literary culture. 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 Februay 2025| 4.30 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: The Heart of Our Tongue: Honouring Mother Languages Through Poetry Venue: The British Council Library in Chennai |
Chennai: 28 February 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.