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SUMMARY:GPAG: Lori Thicke\, Dreamer's Daughter Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:Lori Thicke\, cousin of the late Alan Thicke\, will be interviewed by Michael Gurney and read from her national bestselling debut memoir\, “Dreamer’s Daughter: Surviving My Childhood and Raising My Father.” In a mining town where hope is as tapped-out as the gold\, a mother abandons her two children. Dreamer’s Daughter is a memoir of what happens next as Lori\, 10\, and Brad\, 5\, end up in the custody of their free-spirited father. Colourful and larger-than-life\, Dacker is a dreamer who fails spectacularly at everything — except at being a loving parent.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/gpag-lori-thicke-dreamers-daughter-book-launch/
LOCATION:Gibsons Public Art Gallery\, 431 Marine Dr\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Literary
ORGANIZER;CN="SCWES":MAILTO:sunshinecoast@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Sechelt Library: Poetry Circle
DESCRIPTION:An informal space to share and discuss poems you love\, poems that you are currently reading\, or poems you have written! Poems can be from any publication or book\, as well as from online resources. For teens and adults \nThis event happens on the first Tuesday of the month\, 10:30-11:30am in the Community Room
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/sechelt-library-poetry-circle-2/
LOCATION:Sechelt Library\, 5797 Cowrie St\, Sechelt\, BC\, V0N 3A0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Literary
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SUMMARY:Gibsons Library: Word Whips
DESCRIPTION:Writing Workshop with Fran Bourassa \nPractice “free writing” short pieces from “word whip” prompts that elicit memories\, emotions\, and powerful ideas for poetry and stories. This method is quick\, powerful\, and everyone can enjoy it.\nFran Bourassa is an award-winning poet and contributing writer to numerous anthologies\, including Breaking the Surface\, Pacific Poetry Anthology\, Force Field: 77 BC Poets.\nFree but space is limited (in person only).\nRegistration opens on the 1st of the month here.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/gibsons-library-word-whips/
LOCATION:Gibsons & District Public Library\, 470 Fletcher Rd S\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Literary,Workshop/Classes/Retreat
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SUMMARY:Lonesome Monsters- the poetry of Bud Osborn
DESCRIPTION:Steve Schwabl\, Graham Ord and from North Vancouver\, Paul Blaney\, perform the poetry with music of Vancouver activist the late Bud Osborn. Lonesome Monsters was the original group with Bud\, Graham on saxes and Paul on Bass.\nBud Osborn was a prominent Canadian poet and activist known for his work in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside. His life and career were deeply intertwined with issues of drug addiction\, poverty\, and homelessness.\nOsborn was a strong advocate for harm reduction strategies\, including the establishment of legal supervised injection sites. He believed in addressing drug addiction through compassionate and practical measures rather than punitive approaches.\nHis poetry often reflected the struggles of those living in poverty and the challenges faced by drug users. He published several collections.\nHe was a founding member of the Vancouver Area Network of Drug Users (VANDU) and played a significant role in various initiatives aimed at improving the lives of marginalized individuals in his community.\nOsborn served on the Vancouver/Richmond Health Board\, where he continued to push for policies that supported drug users and addressed public health concerns.\nBud Osborn’s legacy as a poet and activist continues to inspire discussions around drug policy and social justice in Canada.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/lonesome-monsters-the-poetry-of-bud-osborn/
LOCATION:Sweet & Savory Bakery\, 818 Gibsons Way\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance/Music
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SUMMARY:Write In
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow authors for coffee and a quiet writing session in the B&K Garden and Landscape Supply new greenhouse surrounded by flowers\, plants\, art\, and books. Bring your current work-in-progress.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/write-in/
LOCATION:B&K Garden & Landscape Supply\, 629 Pratt Rd\, Gibsons\, V0N 1V4
CATEGORIES:Literary,Workshop/Classes/Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCWES":MAILTO:sunshinecoast@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Sunshine Coast Art Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Take a free\, self-directed tour and discover the vibrant arts community of the Sunshine Coast!\nThe Art Crawl returns this year with 186 venues spanning from Gambier Island to Earls Cove and Egmont\, showcasing an incredible range of artists\, studios\, galleries and other unique locations.\n\nOver three days\, meet the artists\, explore their creative spaces\, and experience the unique spirit of the Coast through painting\, pottery\, glass\, woodwork\, textiles\, photography\, jewelry\, and much more.\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned collector or simply curious\, the Crawl offers something for everyone. Come explore\, connect\, and discover the creativity that makes the Sunshine Coast so special!
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/sunshine-coast-art-crawl/2026-10-23/
LOCATION:Sunshine Coast\, Langdale to Earls Cove
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,First Nations,Performance/Music
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SUMMARY:B&K: Ekphrastic Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:What’s Ekphrastic Writing? Take this workshop and find out. Actually\, it’s writing to visual art\, like “The Ode to a Grecian Urn.” Write to art and photography by local artists at Art Crawl Venue #5 guided by writing instructors. Especially beneficial if you plan to participate in the Art & Words Festival 2027.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/bk-ekphrastic-writing-workshop/
LOCATION:B&K Garden & Landscape Supply\, 629 Pratt Rd\, Gibsons\, V0N 1V4
CATEGORIES:Literary,Workshop/Classes/Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCWES":MAILTO:sunshinecoast@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261023T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261023T170000
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CREATED:20261021T185219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T154520Z
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SUMMARY:Writing Repair Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Bring your writing that needs troubleshooting to our editors and writers for “fixing.” FCFS.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/bk-writing-repair-cafe/
LOCATION:B&K Garden & Landscape Supply\, 629 Pratt Rd\, Gibsons\, V0N 1V4
CATEGORIES:Literary,Workshop/Classes/Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCWES":MAILTO:sunshinecoast@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261024T170000
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SUMMARY:Sunshine Coast Art Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Take a free\, self-directed tour and discover the vibrant arts community of the Sunshine Coast!\nThe Art Crawl returns this year with 186 venues spanning from Gambier Island to Earls Cove and Egmont\, showcasing an incredible range of artists\, studios\, galleries and other unique locations.\n\nOver three days\, meet the artists\, explore their creative spaces\, and experience the unique spirit of the Coast through painting\, pottery\, glass\, woodwork\, textiles\, photography\, jewelry\, and much more.\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned collector or simply curious\, the Crawl offers something for everyone. Come explore\, connect\, and discover the creativity that makes the Sunshine Coast so special!
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/sunshine-coast-art-crawl/2026-10-24/
LOCATION:Sunshine Coast\, Langdale to Earls Cove
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,First Nations,Performance/Music
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SUMMARY:Garden As Muse Writer's Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Engage with your senses while in writing amongst the fall colours of B&K landscapes to thoughtful prompts. All levels\, genres\, and types of writers welcome. Covered areas will be used in case of rain. Bring your usual writing tools\, such as a journal\, pen\, or laptop. Facilitator: Cathalynn (Cindy) Labonte-Smith
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/garden-as-muse-writers-workshop/
LOCATION:B & K Garden & Landscape Supply\, 629 Pratt Rd\, Gibsons\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Literary,Workshop/Classes/Retreat
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCWES":MAILTO:sunshinecoast@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:B&K Garden Supply: Keeping It Real: Writing Memoirs
DESCRIPTION:Get memoir writing tips from a panel of memoir authors at the Art Crawl with Heather Conn\, “No Letter in Your Pocket\,” Marion McKinnon Crook\, award-winning book “Always Pack a Candle” and the sequel “Always On Call\, and Rosa Reid.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/bk-gardens-keeping-it-real-writing-memoirs/
LOCATION:B&K Garden & Landscape Supply\, 629 Pratt Rd\, Gibsons\, V0N 1V4
CATEGORIES:Literary
ORGANIZER;CN="SCWES":MAILTO:sunshinecoast@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261024T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261024T170000
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SUMMARY:B&K Garden Supply: Local Author Readings
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for local author readings at the Art Crawl
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/bk-garden-supply-local-author-readings/
LOCATION:B&K Garden & Landscape Supply\, 629 Pratt Rd\, Gibsons\, V0N 1V4
CATEGORIES:Literary
ORGANIZER;CN="SCWES":MAILTO:sunshinecoast@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261025T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261025T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T221938Z
CREATED:20260902T221938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T221938Z
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SUMMARY:Sunshine Coast Art Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Take a free\, self-directed tour and discover the vibrant arts community of the Sunshine Coast!\nThe Art Crawl returns this year with 186 venues spanning from Gambier Island to Earls Cove and Egmont\, showcasing an incredible range of artists\, studios\, galleries and other unique locations.\n\nOver three days\, meet the artists\, explore their creative spaces\, and experience the unique spirit of the Coast through painting\, pottery\, glass\, woodwork\, textiles\, photography\, jewelry\, and much more.\n\nWhether you’re a seasoned collector or simply curious\, the Crawl offers something for everyone. Come explore\, connect\, and discover the creativity that makes the Sunshine Coast so special!
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/sunshine-coast-art-crawl/2026-10-25/
LOCATION:Sunshine Coast\, Langdale to Earls Cove
CATEGORIES:Arts,Community,First Nations,Performance/Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Coast Cultural Alliance":MAILTO:cca@coastculture.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261025T160000
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SUMMARY:Duo Book Launches with Michael Kluckner & Robin Lamarche
DESCRIPTION:Join us during the Art Crawl in the new greenhouse at B&K Landscape for book launches with Michael Kluckner\, Vancouver\, author/illustrator of Winging It: Traveling With No Reservations & Robin Lamarche\, Port Mellon\, “Our Square of Sky”.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/duo-book-launches-with-michael-kluckner-robin-lamarche/
LOCATION:B&K Garden & Landscape Supply\, 629 Pratt Rd\, Gibsons\, V0N 1V4
CATEGORIES:Literary
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ORGANIZER;CN="SCWES":MAILTO:sunshinecoast@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261025T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261025T170000
DTSTAMP:20260924T195426Z
CREATED:20260924T191418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T195426Z
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SUMMARY:B&K Garden Supply: Author Readings at the Art Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Art Crawl for readings by local authors.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/bk-garden-supply-author-readings-at-the-art-crawl/
LOCATION:B&K Garden & Landscape Supply\, 629 Pratt Rd\, Gibsons\, V0N 1V4
CATEGORIES:Literary
ORGANIZER;CN="SCWES":MAILTO:sunshinecoast@gmail.com
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