STORYFEAST 2008
Spice up your winter with the 16th annual Vancouver International Storytelling Festival featuring Latin American storytellers, concerts, workshops, and a cabaret. Feb. 1-3, Heritage Hall (3102 Main St.). Tickets ($50-$69) at 604-231-7535. Info: vancouverstorytelling.org.
Secrets of Self-Discovery and Healing with Sacred Geometry
Ivan Rados, internationally renowned healer, artist, and author, presents his book chronicling his personal journey and approach to energy healing. Feb. 7, 7:30 pm. Alice MacKay Room, Central Library (350 W. Georgia), free. Info: 604-331-3603.
Tambogrande: Mangoes, Murder,
Mining
Following the struggles of a small Andean village that’s threatened when gold is discovered under its land, this documentary has become an inspiration to popular political movements and demonstrates how ordinary people can successfully defeat government and corporate collusion. Followed by a short film, Water Detectives, which documents how Mexican children educate other people about water use and conservation. Feb. 22, 7:30 pm. Alice MacKay Room, Central Library (350 W. Georgia), free. Info: 604-331-3603.
David Chariandy
Join the author as he reads from his debut novel, Soucouyant. Set in Ontario, the story tells of a Canadian-born man who abandons his Caribbean-born mother, who suffers from dementia. Feb. 28, 7:30 pm. Alice MacKay Room, Central Library (350 W. Georgia), free. Info: 604-331-3603.
World Poetry Anniversary Gala
An evening of poetry and music from around the world, presented bilingually by Ariadne Sawyer and Alejandro Mujica-Olea. Feb. 29, 7:30 pm. Alice MacKay Room, Central Library (350 W. Georgia), free. Info: 604-331-3778.
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