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Amundsen’s Way (KidsFest)

Tuesday 16th July, 2019 11:00 am

In this free KidsFest event, come and meet author Joanna Grochowicz as she recounts the gripping tale of the great Norwegian explorer Roald Amundsen's courage, determination and ruthlessness in the race to the South Pole.

Catch up on what you missed with our podcasts!

Missed out on one of our events? We record some of the best of WORD Christchurch events, including highlights from the 2018 festival so you can revisit them if you were lucky enough to see them, or hear them for the first time if you weren’t.

Swapna Haddow: Telling Tales (Kidsfest)

Friday 12th July, 2019 11:00 am

Free event for KidsFest! Come and meet award-winning UK author Swapna Haddow and hear her talk about her brand new book Dave Pigeon (Royal Coo!).

What A Fool Honesty Is!

Wednesday 31st July, 2019 7:30 pm

Gather around the metaphorical fireside as five speakers dig deep into the nature of honesty and deception. Featuring dancer Rodney Bell, writer Fiona Farrell, journalist Donna Miles-Mojab, playwright Victor Rodger and poet and youth advocate Daisy Speaks, this is a night for tall tales and home truths, presented in association with Christchurch Arts Festival.

Amundsen’s Way (KidsFest)

Catch up on what you missed with our podcasts!

Swapna Haddow: Telling Tales (Kidsfest)

What A Fool Honesty Is!

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