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Poetry Jukebox

Words have power. We want a poetry jukebox in Belfast to affirm life and enrich our city with poetry as an alternative to words of hatred, sectarianism, racism, sexism and bigotry.

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Poetry Jukebox published their Delivery Report!8 years ago
Done & Dusted9 years ago
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It has been a whirlwind of activity with Poetry Jukebox... or PJ as it has come to be known. Check out @poetryjukebox for all the latest news. We are sincerely grateful to everyone who backed this project and contributed to making it happen. Public support from individuals meant so much more than just cash... it was goodwill, the desire for change, joining us in bringing the vision and the idea to fruition. One of the most touching moments we had, was to see a mother and her child come and spend time with the jukebox - I like to think that we have enriched the experience of the next generation, an in some way contribute to counter much of the other 'stuff' that child is bombarded with on a day to day basis. We are fielding enquiries from other places in Northern Ireland, and also the Republic of Ireland and further afield too. We are spreading a little happiness and moments of respite & imagination.You have made such a difference along the way. You helped us in practical ways, but also, spirit to spirit, you held us to keep going and make it happen. Thank you!.

BBC Arts Show & Poet Adrian Fox9 years ago

Poet Adrian Fox suffered a dense and serious stroke some years ago. His work features on Poetry Jukebox. Here is a link to an interview with the BBC Arts Show which featured him and our Poetry Jukebox project. https://twitter.com/poetryjukebox/status/919550715495927809

Launch Update9 years ago

Our thanks to Lagan Online for documenting the launch event with these interviews http://laganonline.co/launch-of-belfast-poetry-jukebox/

Time Lapse of the Jukebox9 years ago

This is a little time-lapse video of the Poetry Jukebox being installed at the Crescent Arts Centre. We launch tonight!

Selfie!! @poetryjukebox9 years ago
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I have my own Twitter account. I'd be delighted if you would follow me on @poetryjukebox.... and if you come and see me sometime - take a selfie and post it

Finished!9 years ago
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Just in time for our launch tomorrow night.... all the writing and information is on

Irish Times - the 'why' of this project9 years ago

https://www.irishtimes.com/culture/books/poetry-jukebox-amplifying-quiet-voices-and-beautiful-words-1.3244063?mode=amp#.WdUIZIg3yfR.facebook