Word2013 starts today – with activities and events every day, and opportunities to discover words in unusual locations. Don’t miss the Bookwraps which adorn the trees at Highbury Fields and Whittington Park courtesy of Islington’s Tree Service or Today’s Special poetry by year 4 pupils at Thornhill Primary School at Euphorium Bakery on Upper Street!

6-7.30pm Wed 1 May – this evening, Birkbeck University present ‘Where We’re From Who We Are’ a performance poetry event hosted by Liane Strauss, featuring students and Islington residents exploring ideas about place and identity. Booking essential: email k.potts@bbk.ac.uk