Silent Reading Night
Silent Reading Night – April Edition
Date:Â Thursday, April 16th
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Theme:Â Poetic Words
We wanted to celebrate National Poetry Month with a poetry themed silent reading night! Open Books: A Poem Emporium will be tabling for this event.
Event Activities:
- First 8 folks to check in (and RSVPED prior on our website) get a Hugo House tote bag!
Take-Home Poetry Books
A free book of poems will be given to each attendee at the door to celebrate National Poetry Month! Leave Hugo House with a brand new poetry book.
Collaborative Poem Board
- Everyone adds or rearranges one word or line at a time throughout the event on our growing magnetic poem board that will be in front of the stage. Remember, no rearranging allowed!
- The poem slowly evolves as people pass by.
Pick-a-Poem Table
Printed poems will be laid out on a table (different styles, lengths, and moods). People choose one that speaks to them as they arrive.
Annotation Supplies will be provided such as pencils, highlighters, and sticky tabs so you can interact with poems privately.
Event Itinerary
6:00 PM – Mix & Mingle
- Grab a cup of tea and settle in.
- Meet fellow readers and share what book you’re currently enjoying.
- BYOM – Bring Your Own Mug! Hot water will be available.
6:30 PM – Silent Reading Begins
- Settle into your cozy reading spot and dive into your book.
- Enjoy the quiet atmosphere of reading in community.
7:30 PM – Reading Break
- Chat with your neighbor! Ask them what they are reading.
- Grab a snack or drink at the bar
- Check out Open Books: A Poem Emporium's book table
7:40 PM – Break Ends
- Head back to the Lapis Theater and do more reading.
8:30 PM – Social Time & Book Chats
- Share thoughts on your reads, favorite passages, or just connect with fellow book lovers.
9:00 PM – Event Concludes
This is our monthly Silent Reading Night, each month we will have a new theme to inspire your reading. Rediscover the joy of reading in good company at the Hugo House.
We can’t wait to read with you!
Free admission to this event is made possible with support from 4Culture.
