Enjoy cultural experiences for free at the British Council Library, every Friday night. From cinematic journeys at our film screenings to literary explorations in the Writers' Club, the Poetry Circle, and the innovative Book Club, each event is thoughtfully curated to inspire personal growth through film, literature, and community engagement across our centres in New Delhi, Kolkata, and Chennai.
Theme: Black History Month
This month, we shine a spotlight on the energy, passion, and promise of youth. Through powerful stories, engaging literature, and cross-cultural conversations, we celebrate young people as changemakers, innovators, and dreamers. Join us as we honour the spirit of youth—their resilience, creativity, and vision for a better world. Together, let’s recognise and uplift the voices that are shaping our future.
Where: British Council Library in New Delhi, Chennai, or Kolkata on Fridays.
When: Friday evenings.
Who: Open to individuals aged 18 and above.
October programme schedule for Chennai:
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Writers' Club Dive into themes of education and literature. Share essays or short stories on topics like the intellectual journey, storytelling’s magic, and the impact of literature on shaping perspectives. Theme: Reflections of Identity: Exploring Race, Belonging, and Self-Expression Venue: The British Council Library in Chennai |
Chennai: 17 October 2025| 4.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. |
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Poetry Circle Awaken the poet within you. Share, discuss, and enhance your creativity with constructive feedback from fellow poets. This journey is about helping each other grow and bloom. Theme: Reflections of Identity: Exploring Race, Belonging, and Self-Expression Venue: The British Council Library in Chennai |
Chennai: 24 October 2025| 4.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. |
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October programme schedule for Kolkata:
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Book Club: Swing Time - Zadie Smith Join us as we delve into Swing Time by Zadie Smith. A captivating novel about friendship, identity, and the power of dance. Swing Time follows two girls who dream of becoming dancers, but only one has the talent to pursue it. As their lives diverge—from London neighborhoods to global stages—the story explores race, class, and the search for belonging. With wit and depth, Zadie Smith weaves a moving tale of ambition, betrayal, and the ties that shape us. Venue: The British Council Library in Kolkata |
Kolkata: 24 October 2025 | 3.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m. |
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October programme schedule for Delhi:
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Book Club: Swing Time - Zadie Smith Join us as we delve into Swing Time by Zadie Smith. A captivating novel about friendship, identity, and the power of dance. Swing Time follows two girls who dream of becoming dancers, but only one has the talent to pursue it. As their lives diverge—from London neighborhoods to global stages—the story explores race, class, and the search for belonging. With wit and depth, Zadie Smith weaves a moving tale of ambition, betrayal, and the ties that shape us. Venue: The British Council Delhi |
Delhi: 24 October 2025| 4.30 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. |
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For more information, drop us an email at IndiaLibraries@britishcouncil.org or visit in person from Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., at our New Delhi, Chennai and Kolkata centres.