Bowen Island Public Library's e-Newsletter • October 2024 | Take Our Survey! We want to know: how can Bowen Library better serve you? The Bowen Island Public Library is developing a new strategic plan to respond to our community’s changing needs. Your feedback will help us establish priorities to support those changing needs. Your input matters to us, whether you are a regular library user or not. This survey will be available until Friday, November 8, 2024. (Please note this survey is different than last month's Interlink Libraries' accessibility survey). Take Our Survey
| | BC Libraries Present: Indigenous Fiction A series of compelling author talks presented virtually by BC’s Public Library Community Register to attend these online talks, and enjoy them on your device from the comfort of home. Can’t make the date? You can also register to view the recordings after the event. katherena vermette: real ones Tuesday, October 15 — 6:30 to 8:00 pm Pacific Bestselling author katherena vermette’s new novel, real ones, tells the story of sisters who must face their past trauma when their mother is called out for false claims to Indigenous identity. It’s a novel that explores the impact that pretendianism has on Indigenous peoples, and pays homage to the long-fought, hard-won battles of Michif (Métis) people to regain ownership of their identity. For the second event of this lineup, join katherena vermette in conversation with award-winning writer Michelle Cyca. Register to Attend & View All Talks in this Series
| | Let's Chat In English Saturday, October 19 | 10:30 am A Free, Drop-In Conversation Club for English Learners. Come meet with other English language learners at the Library, and practice your conversational English in this friendly space. All levels of learners welcome. This one-hour session is led by a volunteer with experience teaching English to new speakers. Join us at 10:30 am on four Saturdays at the Library: - October 19
- November 2
- November 16
- November 30
See this Event Series
| | Movie Night: Next Goal Wins Thursday, October 24 | 6 pm Join us for a screening of the movie Next Goal Wins (2023). Runs 1 hour, 43 minutes. Rated PG. Directed by Taika Waititi. Drop in, no registration required. Come a little early and grab a comfy chair—film starts promptly at 6 pm. Based on the story of the American Samoa soccer team, who suffered the worst loss in World Cup history, losing to Australia 31-0 in 2001. With the 2014 World Cup approaching, the team recruits a down on his luck, maverick coach (Fassbender) to help turn their fate around. Cast includes: Michael Fassbender, Oscar Kightley, Kaimana, David Fane, Rachel House, Beulah Koale, Will Arnett, Taika Waititi Save the dates! Our other fall upcoming Movies Nights are: Watch the Trailer & See our Calendar Event
| | Author Talk: Pauline Le Bel on Becoming the Harvest Sunday, October 27 | 1 pm Come to the launch of Pauline Le Bel’s most recent book of poetry, Becoming the Harvest, published by Caitlin Press. With playful wit and lyrical style, Pauline meditates on the gifts of ageing, moving through loss, and the process of finding joy and acceptance at the end of life. These are poems that view the end of life as a call to live life more fully, to love more thoughtfully. Pauline will recite (and sing) a few of the poems, as well as take impromptu questions from emcee Chris Corrigan and the audience for the first hour. Refreshments served and mingling / book sales after that. Matthew Van der Giessen on cello. Free admission, no registration required. All invited. See this Event in the Community Calendar
| | Embracing the Expected: A Discussion on Death and Dying Wednesday, October 30 | 5:00-6:30 pm Come for this drop-in, free information session in the Library Annex with Dr. Katie Longworth, family physician at Bowen Island Community Health Centre. This talk will be about how to think about, talk about, and plan for death. Who should attend? Everyone of all ages! Death is a natural part of life and the earlier you start planning, the better! Presented by Bowen Island Community Health Centre, and sponsored by the Bowen Island Library. See this Event in the Community Calendar
| | Author Talk: Sheila Harrington on Voices for the Islands Saturday, November 2 | 1 pm Join Sheila Harrington as she shares some of the stories found in Voices for the Islands: Thirty Years of Nature Conservation on the Salish Sea, published by Heritage House—a new book chronicling the three-decade legacy of passionate Salish Sea island residents who have dedicated much of their lives to protecting nature in determined, creative ways. Sheila Harrington is an author, sailor, and environmental advocate with a thirty-year career in the conservation field. Presented by Bowen Island Public Library and Bowen Island Conservancy. See this Event in the Community Calendar
| | Food’s Future: Nature or Technology? — A Food Matters Presentation with Dr. Philip Gregory Sunday, November 3 | 1:30 pm Food insecurity is rising globally and across Canada. Are we looking in the right places for solutions to current and future food crises? Our current agriculture system is an industrial model: it’s unhealthy and unsustainable. Regenerative organic agriculture mimics nature to grow crops and raise animals. It’s a healthy, profitable, and sustainable method that mimics nature. Humans need to respect nature’s 4.5 billion years of research and development. We ignore nature’s lessons at our peril. Dr. Phil Gregory is Professor Emeritus of Physics & Astronomy at UBC. Seven years ago, he refocused his research to what is necessary to sustain human life on earth in the face of climate change, the looming collapse of agriculture, and an explosion of chronic diseases. This event is part of the Food Matters series, featuring four Bowen Island presenters. This series is presented in partnership by Bowen Island Food Resilience Society & Bowen Island Public Library. See this Event & Find Out More
| | Author Talk: William George Lindsay on Rez Dogs Blues & The Haiku Saturday, November 16 | 1 pm Join author William George Lindsay as he speaks on his award-wining novel, Rez Dog Blues & The Haiku: A Savage Life in Bits and Pieces. Lindsay’s second book is a realistic depiction of the effects of Indian residential school upon a generation. He’ll be speaking on his writing process, how to get a book noticed and rewarded, and the book’s many lessons, as well as reading excerpts and answering questions. He will speak in conversation with SFU colleague, Brenda Morrison, Director of the Centre for Restorative Justice at Simon Fraser University. William George Lindsay is a Cree-Stoney author and longtime educator, having worked in post-secondary education for a quarter century. See this Event in the Community Calendar
| | Making the Canada Food Guide: Behind the Scenes — A Food Matters Presentation with Dr. Hasan Hutchison Sunday, November 17 | 1:30 pm Canada’s first ‘Official Food Rules’ (1942) recommended that all Canadians drink milk and eat a serving of potatoes daily. Over the years, Canada’s food guides have reflected the science and society of their times. Today’s ‘Canada’s Food Guide’ recommends water as the drink of choice and encourages us to be wary of food marketing and to eat without distractions. Dr. Hutchison, former federal Director General, Office of Nutrition Policy and Promotion, will talk about the behind-the-scenes pressures, difficulties and science in the making of the current Canada’s Food Guide. As Director General of the Office of Nutrition Policy and Promotion at Health Canada for over a decade until his retirement in 2019, Dr. Hutchinson’s had a leadership role in many important public health nutrition initiatives. This event is part of the Food Matters series, featuring four Bowen Island presenters. This series is presented in partnership by Bowen Island Food Resilience Society & Bowen Island Public Library. See this Event & Find Out More
| | 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline New Canada-wide Helpline: Help when you need it most If you are feeling like you have lost hope and are struggling to cope, if you are dealing with thoughts of suicide, or if you are worried about someone else, 9-8-8 is here for you. When you reach out, a trained responder will listen without judgement, provide support and understanding, and can tell you about resources that will help. 9-8-8 is here to provide moments of connection that create hope, support recovery and save lives. This service helps people connect to their strengths and find new ways to cope, live and thrive. Their vision is a Canada where suicide is prevented because everyone can access help when they need it the most. How 9-8-8 works 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline follows a network model. When you call or text 9-8-8, you will reach a responder at one of nearly 40 local, provincial and territorial, and national crisis lines, who co-deliver the service. 9-8-8 Partners are the backbone of the service. They are located across Canada. They provide existing crisis services within their communities, as well as taking 9-8-8 calls and texts. They are here to make sure that you can connect to a responder within your local community. Other 9-8-8 partners include Hope for Wellness who offer specialized support for First Nations, Inuit and Métis, and Kids Help Phone, who specialize in supporting young people reaching out to 9-8-8. Find Out More
| | October is Canadian Library Month October is Canadian Library Month, a time to explore your library! We encourage you to visit us in person, check out our website and our online resources, attend a program, and find out what your Bowen Island Library card can do for you: - Get a Library Card
- Sign up for our Newsletter
- Explore our Catalogue
- Check Out eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines
- Watch Video Courses
- Explore our Work and Meeting Spaces
- See what other Services, Online Resources, and Programs we offer!
If you feel inspired by all the ways that your public library serves you and your community, you may also like to make a donation to the Bowen Island Public Library Foundation. Find Out More
| | Donate Seeds for a Chance to Win You could win one of two books on seed-saving! Donate seeds, either collected or a packet of store-bought seeds you're not using. Bring them to the Library by October 31 and you can enter a draw for one of two books by Dan Jason of Salt Spring Seeds: Saving Seeds and Changing the Climate with the Seeds We Sow. If you don't have seed envelopes, we have some available. You can also make origami seed envelopes! Find Out More About the Seed Library & Saving Seeds
| | Keep Scrolling to See More Ongoing Programs We have more of our ongoing program series listed below—keep scrolling! You can also see all our programs in the Community Calendar.
| | Closed Sunday, October 13 The Library will be closed Sunday, October 13, the day before Thanksgiving Day. Come visit us Saturday, October 12, 10 am-4 pm, or Tuesday, October 15, 10 am-5 pm, or another time. Regular Open Hours
| | See our Recommended Reading page for more reading suggestions and new adult books.
Click the following featured book titles to see them in our catalogue and place a hold. | New Children's and Teen Books | See our Recommended Reading page for more Kids & Teens book suggestions and booklists.
Click the following featured book titles to see them in our catalogue and place a hold. | Biographies for Kids Read inspiring and beautifully illustrated biographies! See Full Booklist | | Featured @ the Mini Book Store Come pick up books for all ages at the Mini Book Store, curated and organized by Friends of the Bowen Island Library Society volunteers, with all funds raised supporting the Bowen Library. The Mini Book Store is located in the Library's main (south) entrance foyer. | Babytime Thursdays, October 3-November 7 | 11:30 am Babytime is a free, 30-minute drop-in program of songs, books, and rhymes for babies 0-24 months and their caregivers! Starts at 11:30 am. Drop in and join us when you can. Stay afterwards, at 12 pm, for a casual baby & caregiver social hour in the Annex. See this Program in our Calendar
| | French Connections Saturday, October 12 & 26 | 10:30 am Drop in and join us to practice your French for an hour, and get to know other French language learners on Bowen Island! For beginner and intermediate speakers. All ages of adults and youth/teens welcome! Fall 2024 dates (Saturdays): - October 12 & 26
- November 9 & 23 (Apologies, a previous email listed November 2 - this was not correct)
- December 7 & 21
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| | Bring Your Own Book Club Sunday, October 20 | 12:00 pm Join us on for a casual book club with a twist! Come discuss books you’ve read—old and new, loved or hated. Get recommendations and meet other book-lovers! All ages of adults and youth/teens welcome to drop in on these fall 2024 Sundays, from 12-1 pm: October 20, November 17, December 15. See this Series
| | Community Integration Services Drop-In Tuesday, October 22 | 11 am-2 pm Drop in at the Bowen Island Library and get help from a Community Integration Specialist to access supports regarding housing, health, services, finances, and more. For example: - Assistance applying for income and disability assistance
- Funding for urgent needs, such as food or clothing
- Case management
- Housing support referrals
- Health support referrals
This drop-in service (as well as the WorkBC Career Advisor) is available in the Flex Room from 11 am-2pm on Tuesdays, October 22, November 26, 2024. For online communication, visit the Self Serve Portal for income and disability assistance. For general inquiries, call 1-866-866-0800. Learn More & See this Series
| | WorkBC Career Advisor Tuesday, October 22 | 11 am-2 pm Drop in for a WorkBC Career Advisor session at the Bowen Island Library! Come get one-on-one help with resumes, cover letters, interviewing, job searches, insights on the job market, career and education advice, and more from the friendly WorkBC Career Advisor. This free drop-in service is in the Library Flex Room from 11 am-2 pm on the 4th Tuesday of the month. Fall 2024 dates: October 22, November 26. Come by anytime during their hours here; the Career Advisor is very likely to be able to see you right away! This service is brought to you by the North Vancouver WorkBC Centre. See their website for more services and resources. See this Series
| | Storytime Tuesdays, September 24-December 11 | 10:30 am Storytime is a free 30-minute drop-in program of stories, rhymes, and songs for 2-4 year-olds and their caregivers Afterwards, from 11:00-11:30 am, families are welcome to stay and socialize in the cozy Annex, read books, and hang out! See this Series
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| | Library Open Hours - 10 am-5 pm Tuesday & Wednesday
- 10 am-7 pm Thursday
- 10 am-4 pm Friday & Saturday
- 12 pm-4 pm Sunday
- Closed Monday
- Book return open at all times.
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