BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Read Local BC - ECPv6.15.20//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:20240310T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20241103T090000
END:STANDARD
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:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20261101T090000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250602T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250602T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T052905
CREATED:20250522T070521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T070521Z
UID:30957-1748890800-1748896200@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Bones of a Giant with Brian Thomas Isaac
DESCRIPTION:Join Massy Books\, Penguin Random House\, and Brian Thomas Isaac for the launch of “Bones of a Giant” at 7 pm on Monday\, June 2nd! \nBooks will be for sale at the event\, including “All the Quiet Places.” \nVenue: \nThe event will be hosted at the Massy Books\, at 229 East Georgia Street in Chinatown\, Vancouver. \nRegistration is free or by donation and required for entry. \nThe bookstore is wheelchair accessible and a gender-neutral washroom is on-site. \nPlease refrain from wearing scents or heavy perfumes. \nCovid Protocols: Masks keep our community safe and are recommended and will be provided at the venue. We ask if you are showing symptoms\, that you stay home. Thank you kindly. \nAbout the Book: \nSummer\, 1968. For the first time since his big brother\, Eddie\, disappeared two years earlier—either a runaway or dead by his own hand—sixteen-year-old Lewis Toma has shaken off some of his grief. His mother\, Grace\, and her friend Isabel have gone south to the United States to pack fruit to earn the cash Grace needs to put a bathroom and running water into the three-room shack they share on the reserve\, leaving Lewis to spend the summer with his cousins\, his Uncle Ned and his Aunt Jean in the new house they’ve built on their farm along the Salmon River. Their warm family life is almost enough to counter the pressures he feels as a boy trying to become a man in a place where responsible adult men like his uncle are largely absent\, broken by residential school and racism. Everywhere he looks\, women are left to carry the load\, sometimes with kindness\, but often with the bitterness\, anger and ferocity of his own mother\, who kicked Lewis’s lowlife father\, Jimmy\, to the curb long ago. \nLewis has vowed never to be like his father—but an encounter with a predatory older woman tests him and he suffers the consequences. Worse\, his dad is back in town and scheming on how to use the Indian Act to steal the land Lewis and his mom have been living on. And then\, at summer’s end\, more shocking revelations shake the family\, unleashing a deadly force of anger and frustration. \nWith so many traps laid around him\, how will Lewis find a path to a different future? \nAbout the Author: \nBrian Thomas Isaac was born in 1950 on the Okanagan Indian Reserve\, near Vernon\, British Columbia. After completing grade eight\, he found work in the Alberta oil fields and in construction\, eventually retiring as a bricklayer. He came to writing late in life. In 2022\, his bestselling debut\, All the Quiet Places\, won an Indigenous Voices Award\, was a finalist for the Governor General’s Literary Award for Fiction and the Amazon Canada First Novel Award\, and was longlisted for the Scotiabank Giller Prize and CBC’s Canada Reads. He lives with his wife in West Kelowna\, BC.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/bones-of-a-giant-with-brian-thomas-isaac/
LOCATION:Native Education College\, 285 East 5th Avenue\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5T 1H2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Interview,Launch,Meet & Greet,Panel
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Massy-books-4.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="massy books":MAILTO:info@massybooks.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250603T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250603T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T052905
CREATED:20250526T213117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T213117Z
UID:31270-1748979000-1748982600@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Books & Ideas: Scott Turow – Presumed Guilty
DESCRIPTION:#1 New York Times bestselling author Scott Turow’s Presumed Innocent redefined the legal thriller genre\, and was turned into a box office smash hit starring Harrison Ford\, and more recently an Apple Original series starring Jake Gyllenhaal that became Apple TV+’s most-watched drama series ever. Now\, Turow joins us with his highly anticipated new court drama\, Presumed Guilty—a suspenseful\, emotionally charged thriller that follows retired judge Rusty as he’s called back to court by a case too close to home. \nTurow speaks with award-winning author and screenwriter Susin Nielsen\, the creator of Global TV’s “Family Law”\, on June 3 at the Granville Island Stage. Books will be for sale at the event from Book Warehouse / Black Bond Books\, with a book signing after the talk. \nClick here to buy your tickets!
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/books-ideas-scott-turow-presumed-guilty/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Author Discussion
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250604T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250604T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T052905
CREATED:20250526T180052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250526T180052Z
UID:31267-1749061800-1749067200@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:The Teachings of Mutton: A Coast Salish Woolly Dog
DESCRIPTION:Mutton was a Coast Salish Woolly Dog whose pelt lay forgotten in a Smithsonian drawer for 150 years until it was uncovered by an amateur archivist. According to Indigenous Oral Histories of the Pacific Northwest\, this small dog was bred for thousands of years for its woolly fibres\, which were woven into traditional blankets\, robes and regalia. \nAuthors Liz Hammond-Kaarremaa\, Debra Sparrow and Dr. Kerrie Charnley will read excerpts from THE TEACHINGS OF MUTTON and take part in a discussion. \nThe book brings together narratives of science\, post-contact history\, and the profound effects of colonization\, all grounded in Mutton’s journey—a tale of research\, reawakening\, and resurgence that will interest Pacific Northwest history buffs\, textile and fiber enthusiasts\, and dog lovers. \nClick here for more information!
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/the-teachings-of-mutton-a-coast-salish-woolly-dog/
LOCATION:Vancouver Public Library\, Central Branch\, 350 West Georgia St.\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 6B1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Reading
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250608T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250608T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T052905
CREATED:20250512T052040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T052242Z
UID:30887-1749387600-1749394800@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Book Talk with Karen Harmon
DESCRIPTION:NVDPL is excited to host author Karen Harmon for a book talk at the Capilano Library! \nKaren will be reading from her new book\, Class of ’56 \nSet against the nostalgic backdrop of diners\, hot rods\, and sock hops\, Class of ’56 is a prequel to Karen Harmon’s award-winning Class of ’78\, where the secrets behind MeadowBrook’s white picket fences begin to crack\, revealing a town where no one is truly innocent. \nKaren will then read three short excerpts from her latest book\, Class of ’56\, followed by a Q&A session and three fun prize draws.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/book-talk-with-karen-harmon/
LOCATION:North Vancouver Public Library – Capilano branch\, 3045 Highland Blvd.\, North Vancouver\, BC\, V7R 2X4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Meet & Greet
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/56.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="North Vancouver District Public Library":MAILTO:info@nvdpl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250608T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250608T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T052905
CREATED:20250522T071024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T071024Z
UID:31144-1749402000-1749409200@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Launch Party: Celebrate 100 Issues of subTerrain
DESCRIPTION:Join subTerrain\, one of Vancouver’s longest standing literary magazines\, in celebrating 100 issues of literary publishing from the margins. \n \nSunday\, June 8th\nHero’s Welcome\n3917 Main St. (at 23rd Ave.)\nDoor open at 5:00 pm — Readings at 6:00
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/launch-party-celebrate-100-issues-of-subterrain/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Launch,Reading
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250614T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250614T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T052905
CREATED:20250422T184402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T184402Z
UID:30594-1749897000-1749902400@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Word Vancouver & Timothy Taylor: Literary Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Become a member of Word Vancouver to get access to exclusive events! \nOn June 14th\, Timothy Taylor will host a Literary Walking Tour.\nJoin Timothy and Word Vancouver on a walk through the streets of downtown while Timothy Taylor talks about the spots which influenced his latest book The Rise and Fall of Magic Wolf (Dundurn Press.) To be followed by lunch with Timothy. Restaurant tba. \nTimothy Taylor is a Vancouver novelist\, journalist\, and creative writing professor. He’s the author of the best selling award winning novel Stanley Park\, as well as numerous other works of fiction and nonfiction. His most recent nonfiction work is the six part documentary Walrus Labs podcast The Hidden Holocaust Papers. His most recent novel is The Rise and Fall of Magic Wolf. \nEmail wordvancouverinfo@gmail.com to register.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/word-vancouver-timothy-taylor-literary-walking-tour/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Interview,Meet & Greet
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250615
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250617
DTSTAMP:20260430T052905
CREATED:20250422T162302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T162302Z
UID:30570-1749952800-1750039199@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Fathers Day
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/fathers-day/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Day of Celebration
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250619T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250619T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T052905
CREATED:20250605T223642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T224743Z
UID:31590-1750330800-1750334400@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Read Local BC eBookshelf Launch
DESCRIPTION:Books BC and the BC Libraries Cooperative will host a reading event to mark the launch of Read Local BC eBookshelf. The event with feature readings BC authors Candie Tanaka and Wayde Compton at Burnaby Public Library\, McGill Branch on Thursday\, June 19\, from 11 am to noon (door open 10:30 am). \nThe event is open to the public and members of the media are invited to attend. You can register here.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/read-local-bc-ebookshelf-launch/
LOCATION:Burnaby Public Library\, McGill Branch\, 4595 Albert Street\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5C 2G6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Launch,Reading
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/eBookshelf-banner.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250621T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250621T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T052905
CREATED:20250603T232541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T232541Z
UID:31347-1750512600-1750519800@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Book Launch: Celebrating Potlatches
DESCRIPTION:This June 21st\, join Samantha Beynon and Strong Nations Publishing at the Royal BC Museum for the official launch of Celebrating Potlatches! This beautiful picture book\, illustrated by Carla Joseph\, recounts the 1885 Potlatch ban and the resilience of the communities who fought to keep their traditions alive. Pick up your copies at the launch\, or pre-order now at www.strongnations.com \nStop by for short presentations from Samantha Beynon and Strong Nations Publishing\, a reading of the book\, book signings\, and light refreshments. Doors will open at 1:00 pm\, and the program will begin at 1:30 pm.
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/book-launch-celebrating-potlatches/
LOCATION:Royal BC Museum\, 675 Belleville Street\, Victoria\, BC\, V8W 9W2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Book Signing,Launch
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Celebrating-Potlatches-Book-Launch.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250630T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250630T203000
DTSTAMP:20260430T052905
CREATED:20250617T202337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250617T202337Z
UID:31794-1751308200-1751315400@www.readlocalbc.ca
SUMMARY:Enabling Performance: an acoustic open mic night
DESCRIPTION:Come showcase your talents at our Open Mic Night and share your music\, poetry\, comedy\, or any other performance! \nWelcome to Enabling Performance: an acousistic open mic night! \nCome join us at Enabling Arts 343 Railway St #104 for a night of talent and fun. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a first-timer\, this is your chance to shine on stage. Show off your songs\, comedy\, poetry\, or other performance material. Each performer gets five minutes\, and sign-up is first-come\, first-served when the doors open at 6:30 pm. \n*Bring your instruments. \n*There are non-alcoholic beverages and snacks available for purchase. \n*Remember to be respectful of performers and the space; everyone is welcome. \nGrab the mic\, come by to listen\, and make some friends!
URL:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/event/enabling-performance-an-acoustic-open-mic-night/
LOCATION:Enabling Arts\, 104-343 Railway Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6A 1A4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Open Mic
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.readlocalbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/EOSR9581-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Enabling Arts":MAILTO:info@enablingarts.com
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR