Henry Lawson Festival Poetry on the Boards

The Henry Lawson Festival of Arts presents "Poetry on the Boards" June 6, 2009 Long Weekend. Writers of poetry and poetry enthusiasts alike come together at Grenfell NSW to celebrate being the birthplace of Henry Lawson, "One of our greatest literary figures". Poetry on the Boards invites you to participate in live readings that will be shared and enjoyed in an inimitable fashion at this relaxed and idyllic venue. It should not to be missed. Come and atop the Boards or simply listen and enjoy this most authentically "Henry" experience.

Date: 6th June 2009

Venue: The Grenfell Railway Station

Start: 9am Grenfell Town Band Performance

9.30am Registration for Poetry on the Boards

10 am Poetry Recitations

Tea, coffee, biscuits and hot soup will be available for purchase. The Henry Lawson Festival of Arts is also proud to announce Poetry on the Boards meets Grenfell Rail History, an exhibition. Presented by Rail Historian Lawrence Ryan, author of Lines to the Lachlan, and supported by rail enthusiast and last guard Max Duffey. For more information contact Poetry on the Boards Coordinator Carly Brown 02 6343 1248 or go to www.grenfell.org.au/henrylawsonfestival