The Writers Centre, located at 14 Alcazar Street, St. Clair, stands as Trinidad & Tobago’s creative hub—a home to the acclaimed Bocas Lit Fest, Paper Based Bookshop, and Sleepy Cat Cafe. Here’s your guide to the exciting lineup of events “Happening in October,” with each event hosted by one of the three resident entities, all under one welcoming roof.
Upcoming Events
October 11
- Live music by guitarist John Hussain
11 am – 2 pm (Sleepy Cat Cafe)
October 18
- Sleepy Cat Cafe: Vision Board Workshop
12 pm (Sleepy Cat Cafe)
October 19
- Spice Pals Cookbook Club
7–9 pm (Sleepy Cat Cafe)
October 25
- Family Reading Circle
10 am – 12 pm (Bocas Lit Fest) - Books & Brews: Scarlett Ibis James
2–4:30 pm (Paper Based Bookshop) - Big Ideas Panel: International Creole Month
5 pm (Bocas Lit Fest)
October 26
- Sleepy Cat Book Club
4–6 pm (Sleepy Cat Cafe)
October 28
- Meet Author Lauren Francis-Sharma
5:30–7 pm (Bocas Lit Fest)
October 30
- BYOBB Social: National Calypso Month
5:30 pm (Bocas Lit Fest)
About The Writers Centre
As the country’s creative headquarters, The Writers Centre offers much more than events:
- Relax at Sleepy Cat Cafe: Indulge in specialty teas, rich coffee, and fresh snacks. Find your favourite writing spot or join the vibrant Sleepy Cat Book Club and socials.
- Discover Caribbean Literature at Paper Based Bookshop: Browse an expertly curated selection of Caribbean fiction, non-fiction, poetry, art, and children’s books.
- Connect with Authors and the Literary Community: Attend regular book launches, panels, and workshops, fostering conversation and creativity.
- Opening Hours:
- Literary Hub: Weekdays 10 AM – 5 PM, Weekends Closed
- Paper Based Bookshop: Monday-Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM
- Sleepy Cat Cafe: Weekdays 7 AM – 6 PM, Weekends 9 AM – 4 PM
All activities are open to the public, whether you’re a reader, writer, or lover of books and culture. Join us at The Writers Centre this October and be part of a growing creative community in the heart of Port of Spain.
For more info: follow @BocasLitFest, @PaperBasedBookshop, and @SleepyCatCafe.tt on social media, or drop by the Centre during opening hours.
