This popular event – a collaboration between the library services across Teesside – runs from Thursday, 11 to Monday, 29 June.
It brings together some of the brightest and best authors from around the country in special events across the Tees Valley.
Book fans have the chance to enjoy a vibrant programme of stories, ideas and inspiration – ranging from author events and lively talks to hands-on workshops and even a murder mystery!
Gemma Ptak, Hartlepool Borough Council’s Director of Housing, Communities and Growth, said: “Whether you’re an avid reader or an aspiring writer, ‘Crossing The Tees’ is an unmissable celebration of the written word. A key highlight of Hartlepool’s vibrant creative scene, it offers a unique chance to meet acclaimed authors, hear their work brought to life, and gain fascinating insight into the inspiration behind their stories.”
The Hartlepool events are:
- Thursday, 11 June – An Evening with Ben Kane. Community Hub Central, York Road, 6.30pm.
- Thursday, 18 June – Her Secret Service with Claire Hubbard-Hall. Seaton Carew Community Hub, Station Lane, 6.30pm (with BSL interpreter)
- Friday, 19 June – Between the Salt and the Ash with Jake Morris-Campbell. Community Hub Central, York Road, 2pm
- Tuesday, 23 June – Planting Poetry Workshop. Seaton Carew Community Hub, Station Lane, 10.30am-2.30pm
- Friday, 26 June – Crumbs, presented by Badapple Theatre. Community Hub South, Wynyard Road, 6.30pm
Places at the events must be booked in advance (a small booking fee applies to paid events).
For more details of the whole Tees-wide programme ot to book tickets visit www.crossingthetees.org/whats-on.
Author: Ian
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