The Sir Arthur Lewis Group Faculty (SALCC) is delighted to announce its inaugural Writers within the Highlight: Guide and Literary Truthful, going down on January 24, 2025, as a part of the school’s Nobel Laureate Pageant celebrations. This thrilling occasion will showcase the literary expertise of Saint Lucian authors from the island and the diaspora, celebrating the nation’s wealthy literary heritage.
“We’re thrilled to host this historic occasion,” mentioned Kathy McDiarmed, Head Librarian at SALCC. “This truthful is a novel alternative to attach authors, readers, and the neighborhood to rejoice Saint Lucian literature like by no means earlier than.”
The e-book truthful is hosted by SALCC’s Hunter J. François Library and is predicted to showcase over 35 authors, underscoring the school’s dedication to fostering mental and artistic development. It additionally pays tribute to Hunter J. François, a distinguished determine in Saint Lucian training and governance, after whom the library is called.
Occasion Particulars
Be part of us on January 24, 2025, from 10:00 AM to six:00 PM, for a day stuffed with participating
actions:
- Writer Showcases: Meet Saint Lucian writers, get pleasure from stay readings, and discover unpublished works.
- Vendor Cubicles: Uncover books, stationery, and literary gadgets from native distributors.
- Youngsters’s Actions: Take pleasure in book-themed video games, scavenger hunts, and enjoyable surprises.
- Nobel Laureate Works: Discover the works of Sir Derek Walcott and Sir Arthur Lewis. Particular Writer Talks (at 5pm) We’re thrilled to announce a particular Writer Talks by His Excellency Dr. Didacus Jules, a distinguished educator, and scholar. Dr. Jules will current his newest e-book, “Schooling for Uncertainty”, adopted by a thought-provoking lecture on the evolving function of training in unsure occasions. It is a distinctive alternative to listen to from considered one of Saint Lucia’s main intellectuals. Dr. Jules’ wealth of expertise and thought management within the discipline of training, coupled along with his deep dedication to the area’s growth, makes his presence at this e-book truthful much more vital. Don’t miss the possibility to rejoice Saint Lucia’s literary excellence!
