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WIR 2024 — Powerful Memories — Texada

Texada Library Gillies Bay, BC, Canada

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 […]

Event Series TinkerTrunk

TinkerTrunk

Rotary MakerSpace

Kids 8-12 choose-your-own-tech-adventure from the Makerspace Cabinet of Gadgetry in these self-led, adult-supported sessions.

Event Series TinkerTrunk

TinkerTrunk

Rotary MakerSpace

Kids 8-12 choose-your-own-tech-adventure from the Makerspace Cabinet of Gadgetry in these self-led, adult-supported sessions.

katherena vermette: real ones

Virtual

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 […]

Event Series Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Anne Woznow Children's Reading Room

Sonia Zagwyn offers a lively fare of puppetry, finger plays, action rhymes, singalong songs and the best-of-the-best-of book-tales Wednesday and Thursday mornings, 10:30-11:00 am in the Anne Woznow Children's Reading Room. Toddlers and preschoolers and family members come discover the energy of words and pictures. This is a drop-in program and no registration is required.

Event Series After School Prime Time

After School Prime Time

First Credit Union Community Room

Primary grades K+ are invited to unwind and connect through play in this weekly afterschool drop-in featuring a cool collection of low-tech, high-interest play and crafting resources. This program is best suited for children ages 5+. Adult supervision is required. Full details below: Children are an important part of the community the library serves and […]

Event Series Fantasy Adventure Club

Fantasy Adventure Club

Meeting Room A +2 more

Youth 12+ are invited to immerse themselves in the world of role-playing games. Participants can choose between a Tunnel Goons adventure facilitated by Robin Gibson  a Dungeons and Dragons adventure led by Dungeon Master Dan Rogers or a youth-led DnD adventure. In Meeting Rooms A, B, and the Rotary Makerspace. About Robin Gibson Robin Gibson […]

Free

Knit Night

Friends of the Library Lounge 100-6975 Alberni Street, Powell River, BC, Canada

Join fellow knitting enthusiasts in the Friends of the Library Lounge for a drop-in knit night.

Event Series Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Anne Woznow Children's Reading Room

Sonia Zagwyn offers a lively fare of puppetry, finger plays, action rhymes, singalong songs and the best-of-the-best-of book-tales Wednesday and Thursday mornings, 10:30-11:00 am in the Anne Woznow Children's Reading Room. Toddlers and preschoolers and family members come discover the energy of words and pictures. This is a drop-in program and no registration is required.

WIR 2024 Consultations – Writing Support & Manuscript Review

Rotary MakerSpace

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 […]