Nia and Friends Night of Poetry

Nia and Friends Poetry Society celebrated its first anniversary with a Poetry evening at the Caribbean Cultural Centre, 1100, Fife street. The readers were: Joanne Macdonald, Effie Aqui, Beatrice Watson and Nia DeChausay. There was a good number of people in attendance. Diane Dwarka was the emcee and she did a great job introducing members. The poetry were quite interesting and gave glimpses into the innner workings of the minds of the women. The poetry ranged from the personal to the political - a refreshing change from the other events that the community plans.

Each reader read eight poems. The poems were interesting and thoughtful as well as entertaining. After each read 4 poems each there was an intermission. Refreshment was served - punch, fruit and samoosas. I can't wait for the next reading. One woman in the audience was making a lot of ooh and aaah sounds when Nia was reading her hot love poems.

The evening ended with the cutting of the birthday cake - yummy delicious.

Since the Caribbean Cultural Centre has been sold and no word as to where they would be taking up residence, the next poetry reading is slated for Wayne Arthur's gallery on Provencher in St. Boniface. Stay tuned and you will be informed as the time draws near.

Keep checking the blog for more info on upcoming events of interest and fun.