Write On
VirtualWrite 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 […]
Memories of the Mill – Sharing Circle
First Credit Union Community RoomIn collaboration with the qathet Museum & Archives and First Credit Union, we are pleased to host a sharing circle featuring local contributors as they share their memories of the mill in anticipation of a published anthology. All are welcome. Contact Mark Merlino for more information: mmerlino@prpl.ca
Artist Talk: Yeonmi Kim
First Credit Union Community RoomJoin local artist Yeonmi Kim for a visual presentation. Yeonmi's exhibit Sewstainability is currently on display in the library, and she will share her journey of living and working with plastic. The “Art in the Library” initiative is in collaboration with qathet ART. Visit Yeonmi Kim's website: http://kimyeonmi.com/ *This event was originally planned for Monday, […]
Friends of the Library Book Drive
The Friends of the Library hold a Book Drive on the fourth Monday of every month from 3-5 pm at the Library to collect book donations from the community. These books are sold to raise funds for library services and initiatives. Please only bring books in good condition, and no textbooks. Thank you.
WIR 2022 – Collage Poetry at Family Place
Family Place in Town Centre Mall 7100 Alberni St., Powell River, BC, CanadaJoin WIR Gabrielle Prendergast at Family Place for two family-friendly workshops that blend art and poetry with social awareness. Cut apart advertising copy phrases from discarded fashion, home, or sports magazines and re-use them in positive affirming ways, disconnected from their consumerist messages. Families: Tuesday, Sept. 20, 12:30-2:00 pm Single Parents: Tuesday, Sept. 27, 12:30-2:00 […]
WIR 2022 – Drop-in & Consultation Hours
Rotary MakerSpaceBook a one-on-one manuscript consultation with PRPL's Writer in Residence. Do you have a piece of writing that you want to take to the next level? Don't miss this opportunity to share a sample of your work-in-progress and receive some expert writing support from award-winning author Gabrielle Prendergast. Visit Gabrielle in-person in the Rotary Makerspace […]
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.
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 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.