Young Writers’ Group
Meeting Room BInteract, create and engage in this fun and informal writing group! Talk writing, genre, learn new techniques, and develop your craft. Ages 10+ welcome. Young Writers Group meets every Friday when school is in session, from 4-5 pm in Meeting Room B. Drop-in.
Local writer and punk rocker Jason Schreurs
First Credit Union Community RoomJason Schreurs reads from his memoir-plus, Scream Therapy: A Punk Journey through Mental Health, the transformational story of his life with bipolar and the other punks he learns from, revealing the healing power of a misunderstood and underestimated music community - For information contact Mark at mmerlino@prpl.ca
WIR 2023 Stick ‘Em with the Pointy End
First Credit Union Community RoomWhat happens when you can write using only one- or two-syllable words? Drawing on both Johnny MacRae’s lifelong obsession with Tolkien’s writing and George Orwell’s essay “Politics and the English Language,” this workshop pushes you to throw off the belief that using longer words makes you sound smarter, or makes your writing stronger. PRPL’s 2023 […]
Preschool Storytime
Anne Woznow Children's Reading RoomSonia 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 2023 Visits Preschool Storytime
Anne Woznow Children's Reading RoomJoin Sonia and special guest Johnny MacRae for a poetry and spoken word-themed storytime brimming with wondrous wordplay and overflowing with a love of language. 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 […]
After School Prime Time
First Credit Union Community RoomPrimary 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 […]
Fantasy Adventure Club
Meeting Room BYouth 12+ are invited to immerse themselves in the world of role-playing games. Facilitated by Robin Gibson & Dan Rogers. About Robin Gibson Robin Gibson is a game designer and […]
Knit Night
Friends of the Library Lounge 100-6975 Alberni Street, Powell River, BC, CanadaJoin fellow knitting enthusiasts in the Friends of the Library Lounge for a drop-in knit night.
Preschool Storytime
Anne Woznow Children's Reading RoomSonia 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 […]
WIR 2023 Writing Support & Manuscript Review
Rotary MakerSpaceMeet one-on-one with award-winning spoken word artist Johnny MacRae. To find out more about submission criteria and to book your consultation, click the button below or email wir@prpl.ca. Pre-booked consultations […]