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Writer in Residence 2023


Writer in Residence 2023

Last Updated 2023/10/21

See 2023 Calls for Expression of Interest PRPL’s Writer in Residence for 2023 is Johnny MacRae Residency Dates:  September 15th, 2023 – October 27th, 2023 Johnny MacRae is a spoken word (or


Suggest a Program

Last Updated 2023/02/07

Are you an author with a new book to launch? Or perhaps you are a local expert with knowledge to share? Consider hosting an event in partnership with the library!


Writer in Residence 2022

Last Updated 2023/07/21

See 2023 Calls for Expression of Interest PRPL’s Writer in Residence for 2022 is Gabrielle Prendergast Residency Dates: September 6th, 2022 – November 4th, 2022 Gabrielle is the award-winning author


Teen Summer Reading Challenge 2023

Last Updated 2023/06/10

Teens age 12 – 18 can read books and win! Read a book and fill out an online entry form at the link below, and be automatically entered into a


Literacy Learning

Last Updated 2023/07/27

Local Resources Lift Literacy Office (in Library)


Writer in Residence- Calls for Expression of Interest

Last Updated 2023/06/03

Call for Expressions of Interest: PRPL’s 2023 Children’s and Youth Writer in Residence   Residency Dates: September 15th, 2023 – October 27th, 2023 Application Deadline: Friday, June 2nd at midnight (now


Spring Break Comic Camp 2023- REGISTRATION CLOSED

Last Updated 2023/03/11

This year’s Spring Break Comic Camps run Monday through Friday, March 13-17. Registration is now closed. To get on the waitlist, please email szagywyn@prpl.ca. KIDS CAMP (Ages 8-10) RUNS 10:00


First Dibs: Teens Read New Books First!

Last Updated 2023/06/13

Teens! Get first dibs on new books, write reviews for publication in PRPL’s library catalogue for all time!  See examples of past reviews here.  And get volunteer credit! This program


Art in the Library

Last Updated 2023/09/12

The Library is in collaboration with the qathet Art Society who are taking applications from local artists to exhibit their work temporarily in locations throughout Powell River, including the library!


Literacy Resources

Last Updated 2023/01/31

Early Literacy Resources Speech and Language Therapist Alyssa Dixon and Children’s Services Coordinator Sonia Zagwyn discuss supporting your child’s early literacy. Learn about Powell River Community Health and Library resources