BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Read Local BC - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Read Local BC
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Read Local BC
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Vancouver
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20250309T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20251102T090000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20260308T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:MST
DTSTART:20261101T090000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T203000
DTSTAMP:20260824T181518Z
CREATED:20260824T181518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T181518Z
UID:60815-1790188200-1790195400@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Book Launch for Anattā: Heart of Wisdom by Michael Schauch
DESCRIPTION:Join Squamish-based alpinist and award-winning author Michael Schauch in celebrating the launch of his new book\, Anattā: Heart of Wisdom (Hohm Press)\, with a special community event on Wednesday\, September 23\, from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at the Brackendale Art Gallery in Squamish. \nThe evening will feature readings from the book\, conversation and audience Q&A\, live music from local group Riverbank Roses\, and a book signing. \nAbout the Book: \n“Schauch writes about liberation—not through escape but through intimacy with life as it is.” —Sharon Salzberg \n***\nIn the spirit of The Snow Leopard by Peter Matthiessen comes a series of contemplative essays and poetry that restore our connection to each other and ourselves. \nIn Anatta: Heart of Wisdom\, award-winning author\, alpinist\, and Buddhist practitioner Michael Schauch brings us to places where stories reign: among bones nestled in crystal-lined sky caves\, in villages atop the high Himalaya\, and within the warmth of a backyard campfire. Our stories are vehicles for our memories\, individual identities\, and shared cultures…but can we connect to an older story\, one that transcends time and the barriers between us? \nAnatta—the Buddhist idea of “non-self\,” or non-attachment to permanence—is a necessary antidote to our uncertain times. Schauch demonstrates that by immersing ourselves in the wonders of nature\, we can ignite an ancient connection and deep loving-kindness. He shows that the way to resolve conflicts with others is to first resolve conflicts within ourselves—an essential practice in an age of increasing war and polarization. \nBy weaving tales of the metaphysical with Buddhist ways of seeing\, and with refreshing bursts of humour and grace\, Schauch reconnects us to the beauty of everyday life—the stories that connect us across time and place\, and the primordial way back to the heart. \n*** \nThis book is a ‘sword of light’ for those ready to cut through the illusion of separateness and come home.” —Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo \n“Ultimately\, Anattā feels like shelter in challenging times.” —Bernadette McDonald \nMore information on the book and pre-order links are available at michaelschauch.com/anatta.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/book-launch-for-anatta-heart-of-wisdom-by-michael-schauch/
LOCATION:Brackendale Art Gallery\, 41950 Government Road\, Squamish\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Author Discussion,Book Signing,Launch,Meet & Greet
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Anatta-MarketingAssets-v2_Eventbrite-Banner.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Brackendale Art Gallery":MAILTO:arts@brackendaleartgallery.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260921T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260921T203000
DTSTAMP:20260908T225415Z
CREATED:20260908T225415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T225415Z
UID:61931-1790017200-1790022600@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Indigenous Authors Series: 52 Ways to Reconcile with Author David Alexander Robertson
DESCRIPTION:As the headliner for the Indigenous Author Series\, David A. Robertson\, one of Canada’s most celebrated Indigenous authors and storytellers\, brings his acclaimed book 52 Ways to Reconcile to life in this keynote designed to engage\, inspire\, and empower audiences to move reconciliation forward in tangible ways.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/indigenous-authors-series-52-ways-to-reconcile-with-author-david-alexander-robertson/
LOCATION:Richmond Public Library\, Brighouse Branch\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Author Discussion,Book Signing,Day of Awareness,Meet & Greet
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/IAS26_Fall-biblioevents3.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Public Library":MAILTO:askus@yourlibrary.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260910T212306Z
CREATED:20260910T212306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T212306Z
UID:62055-1789833600-1789837200@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:30 Years of Poetry in Transit
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special 30th-anniversary celebration of Poetry in Transit\, hosted by Rob Taylor and featuring poets Junie Désil\, Natalie Lim\, and Fiona Tinwei Lam. \nWe will also have other activations on site\, including an interactive “30 Years of Poetry in Transit” timeline and a “Community Poetry” board for festival attendees.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/30-years-of-poetry-in-transit/
LOCATION:UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6E 1A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Day of Celebration,Reading
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PIT30teaser-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Read Local BC":MAILTO:asna@books.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T153000
DTSTAMP:20260910T212025Z
CREATED:20260910T212025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T212025Z
UID:62052-1789826400-1789831800@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Poetry Bus!
DESCRIPTION:Now celebrating its 30th year\, this community-engagement project\, made possible through a partnership with TransLink and BC Transit\, is an opportunity to bring BC’s regional poetry to BC readers and transit riders. \nOn Saturday\, September 19 at 2-3:30 p.m. at Word Vancouver\, hear this year’s featured poets: Cynthia Woodman Kerkham\, Elizabeth Bachinsky\, Eve Joseph\, Fenn Stewart\, Jónína Kirton\, Murray Mann\, Renée Sarojini Saklikar\, Russell Thornton\, Wendy Donawa. The event will be hosted by Junie Désil.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/poetry-bus/
LOCATION:UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6E 1A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Reading
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PromoGraphicPiT2026-27bookcovers.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Read Local BC":MAILTO:asna@books.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260908T225158Z
CREATED:20260908T225158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T225158Z
UID:61826-1789815600-1789837200@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Word Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:Word Vancouver\, Western Canada’s largest FREE literary Festival\, returns to UBC Robson Square on Saturday September 19th from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm. \nEvents with authors of all genres\, editors\, publishers\, and people from all aspects of the literary world will take place throughout the day. Outside in the covered rink area\, we’ll host a robust exhibitor space with over 60 representatives from publishers\, artisans\, authors\, magazines\, and so much more! We have a poetry tent and a children’s tent\, both of which will feature authors all day long. \nLearn how to pitch your book to a publisher\, hear readings from local authors\, participate in a family-friendly comic jam\, shop for books with our bookseller Cross and Crows\, and meet and talk with all literary types! \nWord Vancouver is free to attend and everyone is welcome.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/word-vancouver-3/
LOCATION:UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6E 1A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Festival
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/WV-logo-colour.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Word Vancouver":MAILTO:blnish_pandoras@yahoo.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260910T211556Z
CREATED:20260824T181409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T211556Z
UID:60535-1789815600-1789819200@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Pitch Perfect at Word Vancouver
DESCRIPTION:Co-presented with MagsBC: Whether you’re brand new or an established writer or journalist\, this panel discussion will help you refine how you’re pitching or learn how to make your submission stand out in the overflowing slush pile. Join renowned editors\, journalists\, and writers for their best tips and tricks on pitching and submitting your work — including general interest\, news\, literary\, and niche publications. \nOne lucky attendee will win a one-hour consultation with the panelist of their choice! \nLocation: Sunroom/Gallery\, UBC Robson Square \nType: Panel \nModerator: Jessica Key \nPanelists: andrea bennett\, Hearty: On Cooking\, Eating\, and Growing Food for Pleasure and Subsistence (ECW Press) | Carleigh Baker\, Last Woman (Penguin Random House Canada) | Harrison Mooney\, Invisible Boy: A Memoir of Self-Discovery (Patrick Crean Editions\, HarperCollins Canada)
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/pitch-perfect-at-word-vancouver/
LOCATION:UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6E 1A7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Panel
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/PitchPerfect.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260915T193000
DTSTAMP:20260804T200414Z
CREATED:20260804T200414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T200414Z
UID:58999-1789495200-1789500600@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Human-Centered Journalism: An Evening with Megaphone Editor Paula Carlson and The Shift Peer Newsroom
DESCRIPTION:Join Megaphone Editor Paula Carlson and members of The Shift peer newsroom for an engaging conversation on the ethics of journalism\, with a particular focus on reporting from Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. The evening will also explore the evolving role of print media in 2026 and offer a behind-the-scenes look at Megaphone’s peer newsroom and the collaborative process behind its reporting. \nAfter the event stay for a Q & A with the Megaphone team! \n—\nIn partnership with Megaphone Magazine. \nFor nearly three decades\, Paula Carlson has worked as an editor and reporter at various newspapers throughout the Lower Mainland\, contributing stories and stick-handling special projects that have won more than 50 industry awards for news\, feature and opinion writing\, page layout and design. Her work has appeared across B.C. and Canada. She’s fairly certain a good cup of coffee improves almost anything.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/human-centered-journalism-an-evening-with-megaphone-editor-paula-carlson-and-the-shift-peer-newsroom/
LOCATION:VANCOUVER PUBLIC LIBRARY – CENTRAL LIBRARY
CATEGORIES:Meet & Greet,Panel
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/MegaphoneTeam.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Public Library":MAILTO:candie.tanaka@vpl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260913T160000
DTSTAMP:20260824T181614Z
CREATED:20260824T181614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T181614Z
UID:60626-1789304400-1789315200@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Book Launch: smokin' holy spirits by Nate Nate Nainers
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate Nate Nate Nainers’ (my) newest (and wildest) poetry book\, smokin’ holy spirits (Galleon Books)!!! \nPurchase Tix Here: \nhttps://www.enablingarts.com/product/smokin-holy-spirits-book-launch/F6DU6CDIHD5HENVPYQ62XC6L \nAbout smokin’ holy spirits: \nA multi-dimensional clown has popped the evangelical bubble she was indoctrinated in. By subverting the art of prophecy with profanity\, transgressions\, and crazy-talk\, this clown takes us on a wild and careening ride through the fall-out of leaving the church in six simple steps to quit smoking. With each step\, she moves closer to a generational redemption arc\, making peace with demons and angels alike. She is Nainers as much as she’s not Nainers\, and when she says she’s Nainers\, she’s not at all. \nProudly working-class (though mildly educated)\, neurodivergent (though heavily medicated)\, gay as fuck (though actually bisexual)\, and a bastion of all things weird and strange (though pretty serious\, ok?); smokin’ holy spirits is Canada’s favourite sacrilegious pastime. \nBlurbs for smokin’ holy spirits: \n“A shootin’ the shit poetics that falls into a free-wheeling polyphonic journey with counter-culture undertones and feel good overtones” – Kevin Spenst \n“Nainers’ book walks a tightrope between the twin peaks of nonsense and deep meaning with a wild bull ride that dares us to hang on for sweet joy with an open heart and good lingerie” – RC Weslowski \nAbout the Author: \nNate Nate Nainers is an award-winning poet\, storyteller\, and performance artist living on the unceded territories of the Kwikwetlem and Sto:Lo First Nations\, (PoCo\, BC). Their first book\, “It’s Gonna Be Sick As Hell!” (Wharfingers Press) came out in 2022. In 2024 they placed 3rd at the Vancouver Story Slam Championship at the Vogue Theatre. In 2025\, they wrote and produced two 40 minute solo shows with music and aspects of clown; “Berry Stained Teeth\,” and “Jerald the Space Bear” which was performed at North Vancouver’s Arts in the Garden. In 2026 they were also a featured artist at Galiano Literary Festival. They have been a board member for SAD Magazine\, as well as a co-producer for Parade of Lost Souls\, and founded the street performance group\, Wizard Walks\, as well as Whoa Whoa Hey Now Cabaret\, and the League of Fuddy Duddies with Silly Hats. \nPurchase Tix Here: \nhttps://www.enablingarts.com/product/smokin-holy-spirits-book-launch/F6DU6CDIHD5HENVPYQ62XC6L
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/book-launch-smokin-holy-spirits-by-nate-nate-nainers/
LOCATION:Enabling Arts\, 104-343 Railway Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6A 1A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Interview,Launch,Reading
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Official-Book-launch.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Enabling Arts":MAILTO:info@enablingarts.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260910T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261028T220000
DTSTAMP:20260819T220929Z
CREATED:20260819T220929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T220929Z
UID:60530-1789027200-1793224800@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Word Vancouver Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 2026 Word Vancouver Festival! \nThe main festival day on Robson square\, will take place on Saturday\, September 19th. \nOnline and offsite events will take place between September 10-28 \nOur Mission: To foster the joy of the written word and inspire creativity by bringing together readers and writers from all backgrounds in an annual\, inclusive\, and free literary arts festival\, connecting local communities and celebrating literary arts through the collective experience. We aspire to embrace innovation\, encourage discourse\, and provide a safe and accessible experience for all members of our richly diverse communities.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/word-vancouver-festival/
LOCATION:UBC Robson Square\, 800 Robson St\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6E 1A7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Screen-Shot-2026-08-19-at-3.03.02-PM.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Word Vancouver":MAILTO:blnish_pandoras@yahoo.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T200000
DTSTAMP:20260824T181129Z
CREATED:20260824T181129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T181129Z
UID:60980-1788285600-1788292800@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Meet the Makers: The Magic of Pockets\, a Sewing Workshop with Jess Driscoll
DESCRIPTION:Discover why\, in modern history\, women’s fashion deliberately sacrificed functionality for silhouette\, while traditionally men’s clothing accommodated up to 17 pockets in a single suit. The patriarchy and capitalism have shaped our wardrobes for long enough! \nBeyond its brief yet thorough explanation of why feminine clothing lacks pockets\, The Magic of Pockets\, empowers you to take action. Canadian author Jess Driscoll transforms frustration into practical rebellion\, teaching you to add the pockets you deserve to the clothes you already own. \nJess will lead the group through the process of hand sewing a basic patch pocket to an item that you own\, be it a dress\, a tote bag\, a skirt or pair of pants\, or another item of your choosing. Participants are required to bring in an item to sew your pocket to\, the same type of fabric for your pocket (at least a 10″ x 10″ piece of material)\, scissors\, needles\, a ruler\, pins and thread. There will be a limited supply of donated materials and tools available\, but please bring anything extra that you have that you’d like to share with the group. \nAll levels of sewers are welcome and encouraged to build community by sharing skills and promoting sustainability. This is a fun low-key social environment to enjoy an evening of slowing down\, hand sewing and creative brainstorming. \nIn partnership with Nine Ten Publications. \nLight refreshments will be available.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/meet-the-makers-the-magic-of-pockets-a-sewing-workshop-with-jess-driscoll/
LOCATION:Vancouver Public Library\, Central Branch\, 350 West Georgia St.\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 6B1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/TheMagicofPocketsFinal-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Public Library":MAILTO:candie.tanaka@vpl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260823T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260823T213000
DTSTAMP:20260720T221236Z
CREATED:20260720T221236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T221236Z
UID:57559-1787511600-1787520600@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Jessica Peterson Launch Event for Colt
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this ticketed event to celebrate the release of Colt! The event will have a moderated discussion\, Q&A\, and a signing line. Colt is the first in a brand new series from the author that brought you the Lucky River Ranch series. A guaranteed happily ever after\, Colt is a spicy\, cowboy romance featuring a single dad and a city girl that definitely isn’t supposed to fall for the hot foreman.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/jessica-peterson-launch-event-for-colt/
LOCATION:St James Community Square\, 3214 W 10th Ave\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6K2L2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Launch
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Author-events-12.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Perfect Match Bookshop":MAILTO:events@perfectmatchbookshop.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260823T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260823T160000
DTSTAMP:20260819T195957Z
CREATED:20260819T195957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T195957Z
UID:59899-1787493600-1787500800@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:The Sam I Am Book Launch and Live Audience Podcast
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an awesome in-person event where Shan & Sam\, reunite for an exciting live podcast recording and a brand new book launch! The Sam I Am: One Woman’s Search for Meaning\, Miracles\, and Potato Chips on the Camino de Santiago. \nCome hang out\, enjoy some great conversations\, and be the first to grab Sam’s debut book. It’s all about good vibes\, fun stories\, and connecting with a fabulous community. Don’t miss out – it’s going to be epic! \nLight refreshments and of course potato chips will be served.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/the-sam-i-am-book-launch-and-live-audience-podcast/
LOCATION:Personal Best\, 731 West 16th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 1S8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Author Discussion
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/SamIAM-horizontal1-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Miles to Zen":MAILTO:hello@milestozen.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260822T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260822T180000
DTSTAMP:20260804T200319Z
CREATED:20260804T200319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T200319Z
UID:58802-1787410800-1787421600@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:"Freecouver" Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Book signing and meet-and-greet with John Lee and Rebecca Bollwitt\, co-authors of “Freecouver: 101 Free Things to do in and Around Vancouver.”
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/freecouver-book-signing/
LOCATION:Kinder Books\, 810 Quayside Drive\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3M 6B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Book Signing
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Kinder-Books-Event-Aug-22.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Kinder Books":MAILTO:info@kinderbooks.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260821T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260821T150000
DTSTAMP:20260720T195108Z
CREATED:20260720T195108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260720T195108Z
UID:57965-1787313600-1787324400@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Special Author & Illustrator Co-Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating their 2nd book birthday\, Author Rosanna Elves and Illustrator Becky Allen of “The Amusingly Amazing Alphabet” are meeting in person for the first time! Don’t miss this extraordinary opportunity to hear their stories of the making of a children’s picture book.\nFriday\, August 21\, 2026 at Indigo Mayfair\, Victoria (12pm-3pm)
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/special-author-illustrator-co-book-signing/
LOCATION:Chapters Indigo – Victoria\, 1212 Douglas St\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 2E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Day of Celebration,Meet & Greet
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/BookBirthday-Instagram-Post.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260818
DTSTAMP:20260706T221719Z
CREATED:20260706T221719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T221719Z
UID:56947-1786586400-1786931999@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts
DESCRIPTION:The 44th annual Sunshine Coast Festival of the Written Arts will take place August 13-16\, 2026\, featuring established literary stars and exciting new voices\, with opportunities for writers and readers to mingle amidst Rockwood’s heritage gardens. \nWith 19 events and 3 workshops to choose from\, there is an event for everyone! The festival will feature renowned Canadian authors such as Terry Fallis (The Marionette and The Best Laid Plans)\, Donna Morrissey (Tell It to the Water and Rage the Night)\, and Michelle Good (Eliza Sunshine and Five Little Indians). \nSome of your favourite personalities on stage have now taken to the page; also here to present their new books are Mary Walsh (This Hour Has 22 Minutes)\, Charles Demers (comedian)\, and Christopher Gaze (actor and founder of Bard on the Beach). \nDon’t miss your chance to see Sam Wiebe (Guns Across the River and Invisible Dead)\, Dr. Alika Lafontaine (The Outrage Cure)\, Monique Gray Smith (Sharing the Light and Tilly and the Crazy Eights)\, and so many more! BTU – otherwise known as Barney Bentall\, Tom Taylor and Shari Ulrich – will conclude our festival with a concert that’s sure to be memorable. \nThe Festival is held in Sechelt\, BC at the Rockwood Centre. The open-air pavilion and surrounding garden offers a uniquely beautiful and intimate venue for the events. \nThe Festival venue also includes drink concession options including a pop-up from Strait Coffee and alcoholic/non-alcoholic soft drinks at our beverage booth\, pre-order lunch options from Gourmet Girl\, and a book tent hosted by Talewind Books. Following each event\, patrons may head up to the Book Tent and have their books signed by the author. Take part in the free festival contests or purchase raffle tickets for a chance to win some amazing prizes! \nVisit www.writersfestival.ca for more information\, but don’t wait too long – tickets are selling fast! \nTickets can be purchased for $18-$20 (including tax). Workshops (special events) are $25-$40. Passes range from $100 for a day pass to $295 for the full festival. Purchase tickets online at https://writersfestival.tickit.ca or by phoning the Festival Office at 604-885-9631.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/sunshine-coast-festival-of-the-written-arts-2/
LOCATION:Rockwood Pavilion\, 5511 Shorncliffe Ave\, Sechelt\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Author Discussion,Award,Book Signing,Festival,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Keela-header-2026-SCFWA-jpeg.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260808T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260808T153000
DTSTAMP:20260727T220020Z
CREATED:20260727T220020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T220020Z
UID:58278-1786197600-1786203000@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Pride Week Author Talk with Mischa Oak: Rainbow Wisdom
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Richmond Pride Week\, Richmond Public Library is inviting readers to connect with author\, educator\, and advocate Mischa Oak at an inspiring book talk and live Q&A!  \nA long-time advocate for 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion\, Mischa will discuss his recent book Rainbow Wisdom: 18 LGBTQ+ Life Lessons for Everyone\, an uplifting exploration of how the LGBTQ+ experience can inspire anyone to live more joyfully and authentically. This event will be followed by an audience Q&A and a book signing. Books will be available to purchase.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/pride-week-author-talk-with-mischa-oak-rainbow-wisdom/
LOCATION:Richmond Public Library\, Brighouse Branch\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Author Discussion,Book Signing,Day of Awareness,Meet & Greet
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Pride26-biblioevents_01.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Public Library":MAILTO:askus@yourlibrary.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260801T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260801T150000
DTSTAMP:20260706T221659Z
CREATED:20260706T221659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T221659Z
UID:56990-1785585600-1785596400@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Debunking the World We Live In: Unpacking the Matrix and System: Book Signing
DESCRIPTION:Meet Raminder Hayre for her sixth book signing of Debunking the World We Live In: Unpacking the Matrix and System. \nThis book explores the idea of adjusting your expectations of the 3D world\, offering insight into how energy works and influences our everyday lives. It examines the systems that surround us and questions why we are conditioned to become codependent on the people\, places\, and things in our lives. \nThrough this perspective\, readers are invited to reflect on the changes they can make to better understand the human condition and move toward a more fulfilling life.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/debunking-the-world-we-live-in-unpacking-the-matrix-and-system-book-signing-2/
LOCATION:chapters Indigo Coquitlam
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Meet-Raminder-Hayre-author-of-Debunking-the-World-We-Live-In-and-explore-the-ideas-that-challenge-how-we-see-the-world.-June-13-2026-1200-PM-300-PM-Indigo-Grandview-Corners-Surrey-BC-2.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260730T193000
DTSTAMP:20260727T215957Z
CREATED:20260727T215957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T215957Z
UID:58731-1785434400-1785439800@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:A Word About Mental Health with Sandra Yuen
DESCRIPTION:Isabella Mori\, author and mental health advocate\, will be speaking with Sandra Yuen\, discussing recovery from mental illness\, creativity\, and Sandra’s new book of art and poetry\, I Want to be Buried Standing Up. They will each read from their body of work\, show some of Sandra’s art in the book and after a conversation between the two of us\, we’ll invite you to join in. \nSandra Yuen is an Asian female artist\, writer and musician with a disability. This neurodivergent prose poetry collection was written during a time of transition and personal growth. These works transcend the everyday into a microcosm of humour\, play\, insight and philosophical introspection with themes of aging\, city life\, character and love. Twenty-six colour plates of Sandra Yuen’s artworks accompany the poems. This is her first full-length poetry book.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/a-word-about-mental-health-with-sandra-yuen/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Author Discussion
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/COVER-PROOF.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260729T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260729T203000
DTSTAMP:20260721T194215Z
CREATED:20260721T194110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T194215Z
UID:58165-1785349800-1785357000@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Poetry in The Park
DESCRIPTION:Royal City Literary Arts Society presents\nPOETRY IN THE PARK 2026\nIn partnership with Arts New West and City of New Westminster\nEvery Wednesday night from July 15 – August 19 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. Each weekly session will feature 2 poets and an Open Mic.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/poetry-in-the-park-2/
LOCATION:Centennial Lodge\, Queen’s Park\, New Westminster\, 220-238 1 Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L 1L7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_2040.jpeg.webp
ORGANIZER;CN="Royal City Literary Arts Society":MAILTO:janetkvammen@rclas.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260721T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260721T190000
DTSTAMP:20260618T205745Z
CREATED:20260618T205745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T205745Z
UID:55774-1784655000-1784660400@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Interview Protocols and Practices for Playwriting with Kamila Sediego
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a play idea and need to interview someone for your research? Whether it’s for learning personal or familial histories\, understanding historical/cultural/societal contexts\, or digging deeper into a niche expertise the method and means of interview can affect what information is collected. Join a workshop with local published playwright and dramaturg\, Kamila Sediego\, for tips on how to ethically gather information\, how to conduct interviews\, and how to turn that research gold into storytelling tools and inspiration. \nKamila Sediego (she/her/siya) is a daughter of immigrants\, sister\, auntie\, partner\, playwright\, and dramaturg grateful to live on the unceded and stolen territories of the Musqueam\, Squamish\, and Tsleil-Waututh peoples. Her ancestral roots stretch across the Pacific\, and are embedded in the lands of Iloilo\, Cebu\, and Manila\, Philippines. \nKamila’s play Homecoming was published by Playwrights Canada Press in 2025 and its world premiere (Urban Ink) was at the Cultch and at the Evergreen Arts Centre in 2024. Most recently\, Kamila participated in the PuSh Festival’s In Dialogue program\, and she was a playwright at Caravan Farm Theatre’s National Playwright Retreat. She was a Playwrights Theatre Centre Associate (2021-2024)\, and is a current Resident Dramaturg and co-lead of Vancouver Asian Canadian Theatre’s Creation Lab. With the care and support of many\, she is developing a new play\, Engkanto. \nPhoto credit: Veronica Bonderud\n—\nPresented in partnership with Playwrights Theatre Centre.\n—\nThis event is open to all with limited space available and registration is required. It takes place in the Mount Pleasant Branch Meeting room.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/interview-protocols-and-practices-for-playwriting-with-kamila-sediego/
LOCATION:Vancouver Public Library – Mount Pleasant Branch\, 1 Kingsway\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5T 3H7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Interview,Meet & Greet,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/playwriting-kamila.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Public Library":MAILTO:candie.tanaka@vpl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260720T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260720T200000
DTSTAMP:20260625T002842Z
CREATED:20260625T002842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T002842Z
UID:56441-1784568600-1784577600@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Contemporary Romance for a Swoon-worthy Summer
DESCRIPTION:What’s not to love about the huge surging interest in romance books and ebooks? With #RomanceRecs\, #BookTok and #FriendsToLovers hashtags influencing reader behaviour find out what’s hot in the world of romance at the library. \nJoin us for a sweet summer social hangout with workshops\, author readings\, meet and greets with local romance authors and more! Bring your favourite books to discuss and recommend to the community. \nThis event features local Mother-Daughter romance authors Jody Holford (AKA Sophie Sullivan) and Kalie Holford\, Lily Miller\, Lindsay Maple\, Hunter Snow\, Sara Blaydes\, Sophie Sullivan\, Anthony Nerada\, and Julia Jarret. Joining as well will be moderators Amy Pelletier (Perfect Match) and Courtney and Lauren from River City Reader Events. \nIn partnership with Perfect Match Bookshop (Vancouver’s first romance bookstore).
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/contemporary-romance-for-a-swoon-worthy-summer/
LOCATION:VANCOUVER PUBLIC LIBRARY – CENTRAL LIBRARY
CATEGORIES:Meet & Greet,Panel,Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Book-Covers-Romance-Event.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Public Library":MAILTO:candie.tanaka@vpl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T153000
DTSTAMP:20260709T182809Z
CREATED:20260709T182809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T182809Z
UID:57022-1784383200-1784388600@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:North Shore Authors Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Hear from many of the talented writers who are featured in the 2025/26 North Shore Authors Collection! \nThe North Shore Authors Collection inspires\, supports\, and celebrates the talent of North Shore authors by showcasing locally-created content in all three North Shore libraries. \nJoin us on July 14 and 18 as we highlight some of the talented writers who are featured in the 2025/26 collection! \nWith only a few minutes to grab your attention\, this group of established and emerging local authors will showcase their recent work. \nLearn more about the NSAC at https://northshoreauthorscollection.com/\, or browse at either the North Vancouver City Library\, West Vancouver Memorial Library\, or Lynn Valley Library (NVDPL). \nTuesday’s authors:\nJohn D’Eathe\nSusan Erikson\nCarmen Farrell\nMikaela Jordan\nM.J. Milne\nAna Miranda\nKirsten Pendreigh\nLindy Pfeil\nL.J. Vanterra\nPeter Zednik \nSaturday’s authors:\nElspeth Bradbury\nJane Callen\nLaurel Gurnsey\nWiley Wei-Chiun Ho\nBill Koch\nToby Rogers\nMarie Sadro\nMary-Anne Taylor\nLucy Yang
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/north-shore-authors-showcase-2/
LOCATION:West Vancouver Memorial Library\, 1950 Marine Dr.\, West Vancouver\, BC\, V7V 1J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Author Discussion
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T150000
DTSTAMP:20260611T170036Z
CREATED:20260611T170036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260611T170036Z
UID:54954-1784376000-1784386800@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Book Signing with Rosanna Elves
DESCRIPTION:Meet children’s author and fiction writer\, Rosanna Elves. She will be signing her debut book\, “The Amusingly Amazing Alphabet.” Each letter has a vibrant and hilarious scene illustrated by Canadian illustrator Rebecca Carlyle-Allen and a 3-word alliteration story to match. You’ll discover more than meets the eye with the recommended activities for extended learning at the back of the book. Ask Rosanna when she’ll finally get to meet her illustrator in person and about her next children’s book coming out soon!
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/book-signing-with-rosanna-elves/
LOCATION:Chapters Indigo – Victoria\, 1212 Douglas St\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 2E5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Meet & Greet
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/TheAmusinglyAmazingAlphabet-CoverOnly.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T114500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T123000
DTSTAMP:20260709T182726Z
CREATED:20260709T182726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T182726Z
UID:57261-1784375100-1784377800@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Book Launch & Signing with Saul Leslie
DESCRIPTION:Book Launch and signing with Saul Leslie for “A Working Title I Want to Change: A Novel” (Repeater Books\, 2026) \n“A Working Title I Want to Change” explores the bleach-scented\, dizzyingly over-lit world of a supermarket’s aisles\, as austerity makes everyone within the store’s walls poorer. In the labyrinth of Tesco’s flagship supermarket\, precariously employed workers search for dignity at the margins of late-capitalist London\, while a nameless narrator cycles through the discarded nametags of sacked colleagues. Gradually absorbing their stories\, he drifts from shifts at the superstore to temporary accommodation\, as imminent homelessness threatens his intellectual hopes. Petty triumphs\, quiet humiliations\, and fleeting acts of kindness become markers of resistance to the wider collapse beyond the store’s walls. \nSaul Leslie is a writer and academic in Liverpool. He teaches literature and creative writing at the University of Liverpool and Hope University. His fiction has been published by Bloomsbury and Liverpool University Press\, and his remarks about disability and literature have appeared in the Times Literary Supplement\, The Conversation\, and The Poetry Review. His academic research on disability and employment was instrumental in influencing policy that brought about the British Sign Language Act in 2022. In addition to his PhD research on disability and the workplace\, he also works with Penguin-Random House as an editor of disabled writers’ memoirs and novels. \nThis reading is sponsored by the International Lawrence Durrell Society as part of the On Miracle Ground XXIII conference. Registration for the conference is NOT required to attend this event.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/book-launch-signing-with-saul-leslie/
LOCATION:Fairleigh Dickinson University\, Vancouver BC\, 842 Cambie Street\, Vancouver\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Launch
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Badge-branding.jpeg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260706T221619Z
CREATED:20260706T221619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T221619Z
UID:57005-1784224800-1784232000@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:White Mice Poetry Reading
DESCRIPTION:On Thursday\, July 16\, Renée Sarojini Saklikar\, Indran Amirthanayagam\, and David Radavich and others will read with the winners of the “Home Port” White Mice Poetry Contest hosted by Rod Kessler\, 6–8 pm\, at the Irish Heather Shebeen\, 248 E Georgia St. This reading is sponsored by the International Lawrence Durrell Society as part of the On Miracle Ground XXIII conference (some poetry will be in Greek and French). \nRegistration for the conference is NOT required at attend this event\, but seating is limited.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/white-mice-poetry-reading/
LOCATION:Irish Heather Shebeen\, 248 E Georgia St.\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Reading
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/White-Mice-graphic.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260715T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260715T203000
DTSTAMP:20260706T221532Z
CREATED:20260706T221532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T221532Z
UID:57162-1784140200-1784147400@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Poetry in the Park 2026
DESCRIPTION:Royal City Literary Arts Society presents\nPoetry in the Park 2026\nIn partnership with Arts New West and City of New Westminster\nEvery Wednesday night from July 15 – August 19 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM\nEach weekly session will feature 2 poets and an Open Mic.\nOPENING NIGHT JULY 15\nTwo Featured Poets each week\nHost: Janet Kvammen\, Poet Laureate\nSpecial Guest: Tristan Wright\, Qayqayt First Nation for Opening Night \n📍 Where? Centennial Lodge\, Queen’s Park\, New Westminster\n📅 When? Wed evenings JULY 15-AUGUST 19 | 6:30pm | Open Mic Sign Up 6:15pm\n🎉 Why? Because poetry is alive and well in New West!
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/poetry-in-the-park-2026/
LOCATION:Centennial Lodge\, Queen’s Park\, New Westminster\, 220-238 1 Street\, New Westminster\, BC\, V3L 1L7\, Canada
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/IMG_2039.jpeg
ORGANIZER;CN="Royal City Literary Arts Society":MAILTO:janetkvammen@rclas.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260714T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260714T193000
DTSTAMP:20260706T221417Z
CREATED:20260706T221417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T221417Z
UID:57012-1784052000-1784057400@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:North Shore Authors Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Hear from many of the talented writers who are featured in the 2025/26 North Shore Authors Collection! \nThe North Shore Authors Collection inspires\, supports\, and celebrates the talent of North Shore authors by showcasing locally-created content in all three North Shore libraries. \nJoin us on July 14 and 18 as we highlight some of the talented writers who are featured in the 2025/26 collection! \nWith only a few minutes to grab your attention\, this group of established and emerging local authors will showcase their recent work. \nLearn more about the NSAC at https://northshoreauthorscollection.com/\, or browse at either the North Vancouver City Library\, West Vancouver Memorial Library\, or Lynn Valley Library (NVDPL). \nTuesday’s authors:\nJohn D’Eathe\nSusan Erikson\nCarmen Farrell\nMikaela Jordan\nM.J. Milne\nAna Miranda\nKirsten Pendreigh\nLindy Pfeil\nL.J. Vanterra\nPeter Zednik \nSaturday’s authors:\nElspeth Bradbury\nJane Callen\nLaurel Gurnsey\nWiley Wei-Chiun Ho\nBill Koch\nToby Rogers\nMarie Sadro\nMary-Anne Taylor\nLucy Yang
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/north-shore-authors-showcase/
LOCATION:West Vancouver Memorial Library\, 1950 Marine Dr.\, West Vancouver\, BC\, V7V 1J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Author Discussion
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260709T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260709T230000
DTSTAMP:20260625T174954Z
CREATED:20260625T174954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T174954Z
UID:56531-1783627200-1783638000@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Mashed Poetics 82: Hole's Live Through This
DESCRIPTION:Mercedes Eng\, author of cop city swagger\, Prison Industrial Complex Explodes and more\, is one of the poets performing at Mashed Poetics 82: Hole’s Live Through This. Head to Lana Lou’s for an evening of music and poetry. For more information\, click here. \nMashed Poetics 82: Hole’s Live Through This\nLana Lou’s\nVancouver\, BC\nJuly 9\, 2026\nDoors at 8 p.m.\, show beings at 8:30 p.m. PDT
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/mashed-poetics-82-holes-live-through-this/
LOCATION:Lana Lou’s\, 362 Pow­ell Street \, Vancouver\, BC\, V6A 1G4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Reading
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/4198.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260707T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260707T200000
DTSTAMP:20260625T002826Z
CREATED:20260625T002826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T002826Z
UID:56418-1783450800-1783454400@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Richmond Reads: Author Event with Robyn Harding
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to a free upcoming author event featuring bestselling local author Robyn Harding\, who will be talking about her brand new psychological thriller Strangers in the Villa. This book is the Richmond Reads Adult Summer Book Club pick for 2026\, and the reading club runs from June 24 to August 31. Membership in the Richmond Reads Summer Book Club is not required to sign up to attend this author event. Robyn will be talking about her book and will take questions from the audience. After the event\, participants will have the chance to meet Robyn and get a signed copy of her book – copies of her book will be available for purchase.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/richmond-reads-author-event-with-robyn-harding/
LOCATION:Richmond Public Library\, Brighouse Branch\, 7700 Minoru Gate\, Richmond\, BC\, V6Y 1R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Author Discussion
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/SRC26-Adults-biblioevents.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Richmond Public Library":MAILTO:askus@yourlibrary.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260706T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260706T203000
DTSTAMP:20260625T172431Z
CREATED:20260625T172431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T172431Z
UID:56528-1783364400-1783369800@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Start an Easy Graphic Memoir With Jon Claytor
DESCRIPTION:Simply put\, this workshop is about opening the door to telling your story with words and images. We’ll start a 12-page memoir\, no skills necessary. We will do some simple drawing and writing activities to get started and then dive into creating your memoir with images and text and above all encouragement to continue your story. There is no such thing as a bad drawing\, and we all have a story to tell. Let’s find out what yours is. \nThe registration fee for this event is $10. All proceeds of the event go to Upstart & Crow’s non-profit programming\, including writer residencies\, book clubs\, grants and more. Please RSVP here to reserve your spot.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/start-an-easy-graphic-memoir-with-jon-claytor/
LOCATION:Upstart & Crow\, 1387 Railspur Alley Vancouver\, BC V6H 3R7\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6H 3R7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Workshop
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/EVENTBRITE-BANNER-32-1180x590-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Upstart &amp%3B Crow":MAILTO:hello@upstartandcrow.com
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR