Books & Audiobooks
Upcoming Author Events
Storytimes
Special Saturday Stories with Author Barbara Reid
February 21st: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Families
Drop-in
About the Event
Join us for a special storytime with award-winning children’s author Barbara Reid as she reads her newly released book, The Story Hunter. The storytime will be followed by lively songs, hands-on activities and creative crafts.
Special Events
White Questions, Black Answers with Author Grace Ibrahima
February 28th: 03:00 PM - 04:30 PM
McCormick Branch
Age Group: Kids
Registration required
About the Event
Children often have a lot going on, with a multitude of questions running through their minds. Enjoy a warm and inclusive afternoon with local Community Changemaker Grace Ibrahima, writer of the book White Questions, Black Answers: Helping Kids to be Seen and Heard. Grace will be Auntie for the afternoon and answer all respectful questions young participants have about skin colour, racism, bigotry, discrimination, and general curiousity.
Special Events
A Discussion with Susan Wismer and Melinda Burns
March 31st: 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Eastside Branch
Age Group: Adults 19+
Registration required
About the Event
Settle in for an evening of conversation and poetry with authors Susan Wismer and Melinda Burns. The poets will discuss their newest collections - Hag Dances and Homecoming - and share selected readings, offering insight into their creative processes and themes. The discussion will be moderated by author Tanis MacDonald and will leave space for reflection and audience connection. Books will be available for purchase, and a signing with the authors will take place following the event.