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When
ThursdayApril 3
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Where
Port Stephens Artisan Collective
Ground Floor, D’Albora Marinas Shop NBE16, 6 Teramby Rd, Nelson Bay NSW 2315
Tickets
$20+ Transaction fee
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Reading the Waters
This special event celebrates the enduring influence of water on stories: as a symbol, motif, and source of inspiration. Writers Dael Allison, Joanna Atherfold Finn, Annette Higgs, Jean Kent and Micheál Lovett will share readings from their work. Hosted by Alison Rogers. Ticket includes one glass of wine on arrival.
The Speakers
Joanna Atherfold Finn
This special event celebrates the enduring influence of water on stories: as a symbol, motif, and source of inspiration. Writers Dael Allison, Joanna Atherfold Finn, Annette Higgs, Jean Kent and…
Dael Allison
This special event celebrates the enduring influence of water on stories: as a symbol, motif, and source of inspiration. Writers Dael Allison, Joanna Atherfold Finn, Annette Higgs, Jean Kent and…
Annette Higgs
This special event celebrates the enduring influence of water on stories: as a symbol, motif, and source of inspiration. Writers Dael Allison, Joanna Atherfold Finn, Annette Higgs, Jean Kent and…
Micheál Lovett
This special event celebrates the enduring influence of water on stories: as a symbol, motif, and source of inspiration. Writers Dael Allison, Joanna Atherfold Finn, Annette Higgs, Jean Kent and…
Alison Rogers
This special event celebrates the enduring influence of water on stories: as a symbol, motif, and source of inspiration. Writers Dael Allison, Joanna Atherfold Finn, Annette Higgs, Jean Kent and…
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