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October 2023
October 11, 2023 | 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Reconciliation Reading Series (#6): “Birdie”

Trinity Memorial United Church, Abbotsford 33737 George Ferguson Way, Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada

Spiritual Path to Awakening (SPA) is proud to offer Julia Rohan’s Reconciliation Reading Series, as an opportunity for learning and dialogue related to reconciliation. SPA takes pride in our commitment to making Indigenous Knowledge and Truth and Reconciliation an integral part of our event culture. This Reconciliation Reading Series is the seventh Active Allyship Event. […]

$40
October 11, 2023 | 6:00 pm

River Meets the Sea by Rachael Moorthy with guest Harrison Mooney

On Wednesday, October 11th, join Massy Arts, Massy Books and House of Anansi Press in celebrating Rachael Moorthy's debut novel, River Meets the Sea. Rachael will be joined by guest reader Invisible Boy author Harrison Mooney. “Brilliant and inventive, River Meets the Sea is elegantly told in heartrending poetry, flowing smoothly between the protagonists’ histories, […]
October 11, 2023 | 7:00 pm - October 15, 2023 | 9:30 pm

Victoria Festival of Authors

Langham Court Theatre 805 Langham Court, Victoria, BC, Canada

Since 2016, Victoria Festival of Authors (VFA) has been the largest celebration of books and book lovers on Vancouver Island. Each fall we invite authors from our region and beyond to share their books and ideas with Victoria’s readers. We showcase established and emerging poets, prose writers, and other storytellers, with artistic achievement, creative innovation […]
October 12, 2023 | 9:00 am - October 15, 2023 | 4:00 pm

Whistler Writers Festival

Fairmont Chateau Whistler 4599 Chateau Blvd, Whistler, Canada

The annual Whistler Writers Festival is Oct. 12 to 15, 2023 in Whistler. Hear the newest, enthralling works from favourite local, Canadian, and international authors, connect with literary agents and publishers, take workshops, and enjoy live music. Select events available online. Visit whistlerwritersfest.com for the latest information & tickets. Tickets on sale August 21, 2023. […]
October 12, 2023 | 6:00 pm

Reuniting with Strangers by Jennilee Austria-Bonifacio with Guests

On Thursday, October 12th at 6pm, join Massy Arts, Massy Books and Douglas & McIntyre in celebrating the launch of Reuniting with Strangers, a novel by Jennilee Austria-Bonifacio. Jennilee will be joined by Kawika Guillermo, Leah Ranada, Vincent Ternida, and Christine Añonuevo. This project has been made possible by the Government of Canada. Ce projet […]
October 13, 2023 | 6:00 pm

Sonnets from a Cell by Bradley Peters with Guests

On Friday, October 13th at 6pm, join Massy Arts, Massy Books and Brick Books in launching Bradley Peters' Sonnets from a Cell. Bradley will be joined by Rob Taylor, Kayla Czaga, Marc Perez, Nick Thran, and host, Sheryda Warrener. This project has been made possible by the Government of Canada. Ce projet a été rendu […]
October 13, 2023 | 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm

Haida Modern Film Screening

James Cowan Theatre 6450 Deer Lake Ave, Burnaby, BC, Canada

The Shadbolt Centre is honoured to present a screening of the film Haida Modern documenting the life and legacy of renowned Master Artist Robert Davidson. 80 min run time, followed by a Q & A, book sales/signing and reception with Robert Davidson, whose work is featured in Echoes of the Supernatural: The Graphic Art of […]

$25
October 14, 2023 | 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Dual Launch of “Gumboot Guys” and “Knots and Stitches”

Osborne Bay Pub 1534 Joan Ave, Crofton, B.C., Canada

Celebrate the Adventurous Spirit of Coastal Living in the 1970s. Two new Books are being launched in the inviting ambience of the Osborne Bay Pub. You can buy a beer, buy a book, meet the authors, and get your books signed. From the vibrant era of the 1970s when adventure seekers, dreamers, and wanderers flocked […]

Free
October 16, 2023 - October 22, 2023

The Vancouver Writers Fest

Granville Island (various) 202-1398 Cartwright Street, Vancouver, BC, Canada

The Vancouver Writers Fest connects people to exceptional books, ideas, and dialogue through year-round programming that ignites a passion for words and the world around us. Meet 115+ authors joining us at this year's flagship Festival, from October 16-22!
October 17, 2023 | 6:00 pm

Crushed Wild Mint by Jess Housty with Guests

On Tuesday, October 17th at 6pm, join Massy Arts, Massy Books and Nightwood Editions in celebrating the launch of Jess Housty's Crushed Wild Mint with guests. Jess will be joined by host Selina Boan, and reader Samantha Nock. Audrey Siegl will provide the Welcome. Venue & Accessibility The event will be hosted at the Massy […]

October 2023