Word Vancouver

Formerly known as The Word on the Street, Word Vancouver started on Wednesday, September 25 and continues till Sunday, September 29. Held at the Central Branch of the Vancouver Public Library, Word celebrates reading and literacy with compelling events from book exhibits to talks and performances. See the whole schedule here.

The Alcuin Society will participate in the festivities on Sunday, September 29, from 11 am to 4 pm, with a booth displaying the winners of this year's Book Awards. This is a great chance to admire outstanding book design and publishing, while attending performances and workshops, and meeting a Canadian author or two.