Saturday 25 October 2025
The Writers Centre & Alliance Française, Port of Spain
Join us for a special evening in honour of International Creole Month, exploring the richness of our shared Creole and Patois heritage through conversation and film.
🗣 5.00 pm
Palé palé-ou: Why Our Patois Heritage Matters
Venue: The Writers Centre, 14 Alcazar Street
An engaging discussion on the history, language, and cultural significance of Trinidad and Tobago’s Patois tradition. Featuring Jo-Anne Ferreira, Nnamdi Hodge, Michelle Mora-Foderingham, and Wendy Dyemma in conversation with Georgia Popplewell.
🎬 6.30 pm
Film Screening
Venue: Alliance Française, 17 Alcazar Street
Wind down the evening with a special film presentation celebrating Creole identity and storytelling — full details to be announced soon.
📍 Details
Both events are free and open to all, but registration is required.
Register here: https://bit.ly/BLF-ICM
This collaboration between The Bocas Lit Fest, The Writers Centre, and the Alliance Française of Trinidad & Tobago celebrates the languages, stories, and spirit that connect Creole communities across the Caribbean and beyond.
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