Celebrate the energy, creativity, and voices of youth with free Friday evening cultural experiences at the British Council Library. From thought-provoking film screenings to engaging Book Club discussions, to talks on topics of relevance, each event is designed to inspire curiosity, creativity, and meaningful connections through film, literature, and shared learning across our centres in New Delhi and Kolkata. As part of the UK's National Year of Reading – Go All In initiative, these experiences champion the joy of reading, storytelling, and lifelong learning, empowering young minds and bringing communities together through conversation, creativity, and cultural exchange.
Where: British Council Library in Kolkata and Delhi
When: Friday evenings.
Who: Open to individuals aged 18 and above.
August schedule for Kolkata
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Poetry Circle - W. B. Yeats Engage with themes of love, mythology, nationalism, and time, and reflect on Yeats’s enduring literary legacy and creative imagination. Please note that this event is for audiences 18 years and above. Venue: The British Council Library in Kolkata |
7 August 2026 4.00 p.m. - 6.00 p.m. |
August schedule for New Delhi
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Book Club: The Good Immigrant by Nikesh Shukla Join us for an engaging Book Club discussion on The Good Immigrant, the acclaimed essay collection edited by British-Indian author Nikesh Shukla. Through honest and thought-provoking personal stories, the book explores identity, belonging, race and culture, offering fresh perspectives on life in a diverse society. Please note that this event is for audiences 18 years and above. Venue: The British Council Library in Delhi |
21 August 2026 4.30 p.m. to 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 and Kolkata centre.