Haarlem Poets' Decade and a Half Journey: Haarlem Poets to Attend in Osnabrück
On Sunday, August 3rd, at 11:00 AM, a unique literary exchange event will take place in the garden of the Piesberger Community Center, located at Glückaufstraße 1. The event, titled "Poetry Knows No Borders - Haarlem Meets Osnabrück," is being jointly organized by the Piesberger Community Center, the Literature Office of West Lower Saxony, and the Haarlemse Dichtlijn, a group of enthusiastic poets celebrating their 20th anniversary this year.
The event aims to bring writers from Haarlem and Osnabrück together, fostering cross-cultural collaboration and exchange in the realm of literature. The literary exchange will feature readings from poets representing both cities, as well as the West Lower Saxony region.
From Osnabrück and its surroundings, Merle Junkereit, Dorothee Krämer, Svenja Niepel, and Otti Schollek will be sharing their works. Representing Haarlem and its surroundings, Jolies Heij, Marten Janse, Xander Jongejan, and Monika Joras will also be in attendance.
The literary event is part of the Piesberg Base Camp and will include a special reading session with a jazz accompaniment, titled "Word Meets Sound - Osnabrück and Haarlem Read Together with Jazz Accompaniment." The jazz quartet supporting the event will feature Nikolas Weikamp on drums, Milan Gjakonovski on bass, Jonas Hoffmann de Ramos on guitar, and Jill Gräfe on trumpet.
Admission to the event is free, and no reservation is necessary. The event is open to the public, making it an excellent opportunity for literature enthusiasts to experience a blend of cultures and talents. The writers will also present texts created in the joint writing workshop "Schreib.Geschützt" supported by the VGH Foundation.
Haarlem, known for its literary-minded citizens, is set to contribute its rich literary heritage to this exciting exchange. The event promises to be a memorable celebration of poetry and cross-cultural collaboration, highlighting the universal language of literature. For more detailed participation lists, schedules, or specific event details, it is recommended to check official cultural event listings from Haarlem and Osnabrück city websites, literary festival pages, or contact the event organizers directly.
- After the literary exchange event, visitors might want to explore the fashion-and-beauty offerings of the local shops in Haarlem.
- On their travel itinerary, pet owners could include a visit to pet-friendly parks in Osnabrück to enjoy a peaceful lunch with furry companions.
- For those looking to unwind after the literary event, a quiet evening at home with a glass of fine wine and a meal from a reputable food-and-drink establishment would be a perfect way to end the day.
- In the early afternoon, before the literary exchange, attendees could visit the home-and-garden exhibits at the Piesberger Community Center to gather inspiration for their own homes.
- To keep up with the latest trends and insights, attendees could also engage in additional discussions on relationships and personal lifestyle choices at nearby coffee shops or social gathering spots.
