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title: "Literary café: memories in verse - Mary Grueso"
description: "A free literary café with poet Mary Grueso at the Gabriel García Márquez Library in El Tunal, Bogotá. Afro-Colombian poetry, the Pacific coast, and memory. Confirm with the source."
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date: "2026-10-07T16:00:00-05:00"
category: "Theatre"
source: "BibloRed"
canonical: "https://quehacer.enbogota.app/en/evento/cafe-literario-memorias-en-verso-mary-grueso"
---

# Literary café: memories in verse - Mary Grueso

- **When:** Wed, Oct 7, 4:00 PM
- **Where:** Biblioteca Pública Gabriel García Márquez - Tunal · Tunjuelito
- **Price:** Free
- **Category:** Theatre
- **Organizer:** BibloRed
- **Source:** [BibloRed](https://biblored.gov.co/programate/cafe-literario-memorias-en-verso-mary-grueso)

## About this plan

Afro-Colombian poet Mary Grueso visits a literary café in Bogotá to open a conversation about memory and Pacific poetry. The gathering takes place at the Gabriel García Márquez Public Library, El Tunal branch, where reading and dialogue fill the afternoon to look at what a poem holds from a territory.

Grueso is a storyteller, a teacher, and one of the most recognized voices in Afro-Colombian literature. This session includes a reading of her verses and a talk about how poetry preserves landscapes, communities, and ways of naming the world that live in oral tradition and childhood memories.

The event is free and open to all, made for people who want to use words as a place to listen. If you care about poetry, shared reading, or discovering new voices in Colombian literature, this afternoon offers a strong stop in the south of the city.

- Meeting with Afro-Colombian poet Mary Grueso
- Reading and conversation about Pacific poetry
- El Tunal branch of the Gabriel García Márquez Library
- Free entry, subject to capacity
- Part of the Leer el Mundo reading series

## Who it's for

A good fit for poetry fans, curious readers, literature students, and anyone who wants to explore Afro-Colombian literature and the memories of Colombia's Pacific coast.

## Tips

- Arrive early to grab a good seat in the room
- Bring a notebook if you want to jot down verses or ideas
- Check BibloRed to see if you need to sign up in advance
- Ask the library about other sessions in the Leer el Mundo series
- Take time to walk around El Tunal, one of the largest branches in the network

## FAQ

**When is the literary café about Mary Grueso?**

The confirmed date is October 7. Check the time and exact room on the BibloRed page, since details can change.

**Where is the Mary Grueso literary café in Bogotá?**

It takes place at the Gabriel García Márquez Public Library, El Tunal branch, in the Tunjuelito area of southern Bogotá.

**Is the Mary Grueso literary café free?**

Yes, entry is free. Still, check BibloRed to see if you need to sign up in advance or if seats are limited.

**How do I get to the El Tunal Library?**

You can take TransMilenio to the Biblioteca station or ride a bus along Avenida Villavicencio. The branch is in El Tunal.

**Is this event suitable for everyone?**

Yes, the cultural activity is open to all ages. It works well for readers, students, and anyone curious about Afro-Colombian poetry.

**Where do I buy tickets or reserve a spot?**

There are no tickets to buy. We point you to the official source on BibloRed so you can confirm details and reserve a seat if needed.

> Dates and prices may change. Always confirm on the source page.