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Knit Night
Knit Night
Join fellow knitting enthusiasts in the Friends of the Library Lounge for a drop-in knit night.
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A Story of Thriving Empowerment
A Story of Thriving Empowerment
Heather Conn will present her memoir No Letter in Your Pocket, about romantic adventures in India and her solo quest for healing from incest and sexual assault. For information contact […]
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WIR 2024 – Writers’ Café
WIR 2024 – Writers’ Café
Want to meet other writers? Need some inspiration to get words down on the page? Hoping to protect some precious time each week to focus on your writing? Come to […]
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WIR 2024 Consultations – Writing Support & Manuscript Review
WIR 2024 Consultations – Writing Support & Manuscript Review
Meet on-on-one with award winning author Robin Stevenson. To find out more about submission criteria and to book your consultation, click the button below. Pre-booked consultations will take priority over drop-ins. Drop-ins and Consultations will run September 21 to October 24: Thursdays : 1:00pm-3:00pm* Saturdays: 11:00am-1:00pm* (*except OCT. 3 & 12) Robin Stevenson is the […]
WIR 2024 — Getting from Idea to Draft
WIR 2024 — Getting from Idea to Draft
Some writers like to jump in and write, others prefer to start with a plan... and most of us can benefit from experimenting with different approaches. No matter what kind of writer you are, this workshop will seek to add some tools to your toolkit. PRPL’s Writer in Residence for 2024 is Robin Stevenson Residency […]
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Knit Night
Knit Night
Join fellow knitting enthusiasts in the Friends of the Library Lounge for a drop-in knit night.
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WIR 2024 Consultations – Writing Support & Manuscript Review
WIR 2024 Consultations – Writing Support & Manuscript Review
Meet on-on-one with award winning author Robin Stevenson. To find out more about submission criteria and to book your consultation, click the button below. Pre-booked consultations will take priority over drop-ins. Drop-ins and Consultations will run September 21 to October 24: Thursdays : 1:00pm-3:00pm* Saturdays: 11:00am-1:00pm* (*except OCT. 3 & 12) Robin Stevenson is the […]
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Write On
Write On
Write On is a fun, creative, and informal online space for writers. Participating writers will receive creativity-sparking prompts each week, and we will write for 20-25 minutes followed by discussion and time to share and celebrate writing. Write On meets virtually on Fridays from 2-3 pm. Registrants will receive a link by email each week for […]
WIR 2024 – Writers’ Café
WIR 2024 – Writers’ Café
Want to meet other writers? Need some inspiration to get words down on the page? Hoping to protect some precious time each week to focus on your writing? Come to the library for a weekly drop-in Writer's cafe session with Robin Stevenson. Start a new piece of writing with the weekly writing prompts Robin provides, or focus on your own work-in-progress--it's […]
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WIR 2024 — Powerful Memories — Texada
WIR 2024 — Powerful Memories — Texada
The most powerful books are usually ones with characters that feel real, with emotions readers can connect to. One technique to add more emotional intensity to our writing involves drawing on our own childhood memories and using them to deepen character development and craft vivid scenes. Acclaimed author Robin Stevenson will discuss how to draw […]
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WIR 2024 — Powerful Memories
WIR 2024 — Powerful Memories
The most powerful books are usually ones with characters that feel real, with emotions readers can connect to. One technique to add more emotional intensity to our writing involves drawing […]
katherena vermette: real ones
katherena vermette: real ones
This program will be accessed live, online via https://www.crowdcast.io/@bclibraries-present. BC Libraries Present — FAQ How can I participate in events? All events are hosted on Crowdcast, which is a virtual events platform used by public libraries, universities, literary festivals, and dozens of diverse organizations. BC Libraries Present has a Crowdcast channel: https://www.crowdcast.io/@bclibraries-present This is where […]
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Knit Night
Knit Night
Join fellow knitting enthusiasts in the Friends of the Library Lounge for a drop-in knit night.
1 event,
WIR 2024 Consultations – Writing Support & Manuscript Review
WIR 2024 Consultations – Writing Support & Manuscript Review
Meet on-on-one with award winning author Robin Stevenson. To find out more about submission criteria and to book your consultation, click the button below. Pre-booked consultations will take priority over drop-ins. Drop-ins and Consultations will run September 21 to October 24: Thursdays : 1:00pm-3:00pm* Saturdays: 11:00am-1:00pm* (*except OCT. 3 & 12) Robin Stevenson is the […]
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Write On
Write On
Write On is a fun, creative, and informal online space for writers. Participating writers will receive creativity-sparking prompts each week, and we will write for 20-25 minutes followed by discussion and time to share and celebrate writing. Write On meets virtually on Fridays from 2-3 pm. Registrants will receive a link by email each week for […]
WIR 2024 – Writers’ Café
WIR 2024 – Writers’ Café
Want to meet other writers? Need some inspiration to get words down on the page? Hoping to protect some precious time each week to focus on your writing? Come to the library for a weekly drop-in Writer's cafe session with Robin Stevenson. Start a new piece of writing with the weekly writing prompts Robin provides, or focus on your own work-in-progress--it's […]
Community Archaeology
Community Archaeology
Archaeologists from SFU will discuss the xʷɛʔɛt̓ay/Lasqueti Archaeology Project (XLAP): Honoring and Protecting Indigenous Heritage in the Salish Sea. This program is organized by the qathet Museum & Archives and is hosted by the Library. For more information contact Mark at mmerlino@prpl.ca
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WIR 2024 Consultations – Writing Support & Manuscript Review
WIR 2024 Consultations – Writing Support & Manuscript Review
Meet on-on-one with award winning author Robin Stevenson. To find out more about submission criteria and to book your consultation, click the button below. Pre-booked consultations will take priority over drop-ins. Drop-ins and Consultations will run September 21 to October 24: Thursdays : 1:00pm-3:00pm* Saturdays: 11:00am-1:00pm* (*except OCT. 3 & 12) Robin Stevenson is the […]
WIR 2024 — Dead Ends and Murky Middles — Troubleshooting Your Story
WIR 2024 — Dead Ends and Murky Middles — Troubleshooting Your Story
A workshop designed to help writers solve story problems, get unstuck, gain confidence, and beat writer’s block! PRPL’s Writer in Residence for 2024 is Robin Stevenson Residency Dates: September 12th, 2024 – October 26th, 2024 Robin Stevenson is the award winning author of more than thirty books of fiction and non-fiction for kids and teens. Her […]
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Book The Stage: Community Storytime
Book The Stage: Community Storytime
Preschool storytime opens the story seat up to YOU on the last Wednesday of the month. Bring a favourite preschool-friendly picture book, song, or rhyme and share it with the kids. Sonia will find complementary books and songs to go with your selection! Email szagwyn@prpl.ca at least two weeks ahead to book your spot! So […]
Knit Night
Knit Night
Join fellow knitting enthusiasts in the Friends of the Library Lounge for a drop-in knit night.
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WIR 2024 Consultations – Writing Support & Manuscript Review
WIR 2024 Consultations – Writing Support & Manuscript Review
Meet on-on-one with award winning author Robin Stevenson. To find out more about submission criteria and to book your consultation, click the button below. Pre-booked consultations will take priority over drop-ins. Drop-ins and Consultations will run September 21 to October 24: Thursdays : 1:00pm-3:00pm* Saturdays: 11:00am-1:00pm* (*except OCT. 3 & 12) Robin Stevenson is the […]
2 events,
Write On
Write On
Write On is a fun, creative, and informal online space for writers. Participating writers will receive creativity-sparking prompts each week, and we will write for 20-25 minutes followed by discussion and time to share and celebrate writing. Write On meets virtually on Fridays from 2-3 pm. Registrants will receive a link by email each week for […]
WIR 2024 – Writers’ Café
WIR 2024 – Writers’ Café
Want to meet other writers? Need some inspiration to get words down on the page? Hoping to protect some precious time each week to focus on your writing? Come to the library for a weekly drop-in Writer's cafe session with Robin Stevenson. Start a new piece of writing with the weekly writing prompts Robin provides, or focus on your own work-in-progress--it's […]
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WIR 2024 — Community Voices Open-Mic Finale!
WIR 2024 — Community Voices Open-Mic Finale!
Join Robin Stevenson for her final session as writer-in-residence! After we listen to local writers of all ages share the stories, poems and personal essays they have been working on over the last two months, Robin will talk about the power of stories and the importance of diverse voices. We will wrap up with a […]
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Knit Night
Knit Night
Join fellow knitting enthusiasts in the Friends of the Library Lounge for a drop-in knit night.
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Poetry Circle
Poetry Circle
A shared creative space for poetry with Amira Abouelalla. A place for listening, connecting, and being inspired…and of course, POETRY! First Credit Union Community Room, on the last Thursday of the month, drop-in. About Amira Abouelalla Amira is from Toronto, Ontario where she was born and raised until the age of 12. That same year, she […]
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Write On
Write On
Write On is a fun, creative, and informal online space for writers. Participating writers will receive creativity-sparking prompts each week, and we will write for 20-25 minutes followed by discussion and time to share and celebrate writing. Write On meets virtually on Fridays from 2-3 pm. Registrants will receive a link by email each week for […]
Medicinal and Edible Mushrooms
Medicinal and Edible Mushrooms
Medical herbalist and author Todd Caldecott will explore the rich history and health benefits of these remarkable fungi, from ancient traditions to modern science. For information contact Mark at mmerlino@prpl.ca
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