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Poet’s Corner in Bowerhill

September 10, 2014
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A POETRY reading group is starting in Bowerhill this autumn. 

The group will meet one hour a month on a week day evening, yet to be announced. Members will be invited to bring a poem for the group to read and discuss. Please ring 707449 for more details.

 

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