What Connects Us in Cologne: Reading with Poems from Cork and Cologne
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Poetic Bridges between Cork and Cologne: An Evening that Brings Literature to Life
On September 10, 2026, a literary evening unfolds at the Interim of the Central Library, which goes far beyond a classic reading. What Connects Us: Poems from the Partner Cities Cork and Cologne brings together Irish and German authors in a joint poetry project that opens new perspectives on language, city, and cultural encounters.
A Book Project as a Lively Dialogue
Twenty poets from Cork and Cologne have come together in pairs to create poetic connections. From this collaboration, the collection of poems Connections / Connections was born, which will be presented this evening. The event combines book presentation, author meetings, and cultural exchange into a literary experience with special radiance.
Voices that Cross Borders
The atmosphere of the reading includes greetings from Teresa de Bellis-Olinger, Lydia Schneider-Benjamin, and Sue Fiessler. Following this, the participating authors enter an evening that thrives on the interplay of different voices. The harpist Juliane Bärwaldt musically accompanies the program and adds a delicate, almost chamber-music intensity to the event.
A Place for Language, Encounter, and Contemporary Literature
The Interim of the Central Library provides the fitting setting for this reading evening: central, open, and charged with cultural history. Those who understand literature not just as text, but as a social experience, will experience an evening here that makes poetry a visible form of communication. Particularly in contemporary literature, a rare blend of linguistic art, openness, and an international perspective unfolds.
Conclusion: An Evening for Everyone Who Wants to Experience Poetic Voices Live
This book presentation invites you to experience poetry as an encounter. Those who appreciate cultural diversity, literary quality, and a special reading atmosphere will find here an inspiring date in the Cologne literature calendar. It is best to be there live and experience the poetic connection between Cork and Cologne yourself.
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