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Join us for 24 hours of celebrating books, culture and community in Carlton!

A Day in Carlton will be held Friday 14 and Saturday 15 November and will include a host of vibrant events including walking tours, political discussions, intimate literary salons, a cheesemaking class, and the announcement of The Readings Prize winners!

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‘What unites those of us who work at Readings is that we all truly love writers, poets and musicians, and therefore the planning of this special day gives us a chance to celebrate them. It’s a gift. I hope our program makes YOU want to join in.’


Chris Gordon (pictured here with Readings chairman, Mark Rubbo)
Readings acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we work. We pay respects to all First Nations people of Australia, and recognise their connection to the land. Sovereignty was never ceded.

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