Literary Events: Reading, Writing, Workshops, and More
15th Annual Vancouver Storytelling Festival A weekend of performances and workshops by storytellers from around the world. Feb. 1-4 at VanDusen Botanical Garden (5251 Oak St.). Tickets at Tickets Tonight (604-231-7535). Info: 604-876-2272 or vancouverstorytelling.org.
We Have a Voice: An Anthology of African & Caribbean Student Writing in B.C. Launch of book that promotes the importance of African and Caribbean studies through the writings of B.C. post-secondary students. Feb. 15, 7:30 pm. Alice MacKay Room, Central Library (350 W. Georgia St.), free. Info: 604-331-3603.
John O’Donohue Irish poet and philosopher leads a talk on Feb. 16, 7:30 pm at Unitarian Church (49th and Oak) and a workshop on Feb. 17, 9 am-4 pm at UBC Botanical Gardens. Tickets $20/$125 at Banyen Books, 604-737-8858.
VANCOUVER WRITES Teams of eight participants—both new and established authors— and a writing coach collaborate to create a piece of fiction or poetry at Performance Works, Granville Island. Feb. 23, 7:30 pm. Admission $20/18. Info: 604-681-6330.
World Poetry 6th Anniversary Gala This evening presents the World Poetry Lifetime Achievement Awards, a tribute to Black Heritage Month, Poetry for Peace in 12 languages, music by the Vancouver Philharmonic Orchestra, and more! Feb. 23, 7 pm. Alice MacKay Room, Central Library (350 W. Georgia St.), free. Info: 604-331-3603.
ECOKIDS: Raising Children Who Care for the Earth by Dan Chiras (New Society, $25) An inspiring guide for parents to foster love of nature and to teach children the importance of environmental protection.
AN INCONVENIENT TRUTH by Al Gore (Rodale, $29) A companion to the former U.S. vice- president’s documentary about the perils of climate change.
TO BE OF USE by Dave Smith (New World, $29) A pioneer in the sustainability business inspires people to reconcile compassionate values with capitalism with the idea that business can be a force for radical change.
WAKING UP THE WEST COAST by Jaime Kowal (New Society, $40) A dynamic resource that educates and offers socially responsible solutions for personal and planetary health.
HEAT: How To Stop the Planet from Burning by George Monbiot (Doubleday, $30) One of the world's leading environmental activists proves that there is a way to constructively cope with climate change.
GREEN BUILDING PRODUCTS by Alex Wilson & Mark Piepkorn (New Society, $42) Discover what it really means to “green” your home. A homeowner and builder’s manual to ensure homes are healthy, safe, beautiful, and efficient.
EARTH DEMOCRACY: Justice, Sustainability, and Peace by Vandana Shiva (South End, $19) Outstanding activist/leader outlines principles for building a just and sustainable future.
CHANGE THE WORLD FOR TEN BUCKS: 50 Actions to Change the World by We Are What We Do (New Society, $10) This non-profit global movement aims to inspire actions of kindness, compassion, and consciousness with its inexpensive suggestions to improve the world.
THE HOME ENERGY DIET: How to Save Money by Making Your House Energy-Smart by Paul Scheckel (New Society, $26) An authoritative guide teeming with energy-saving strategies for cost-effective improvements at home.
THE SUSTAINABLE REVOLUTION: Portrait of a Paradigm Shift by Andres Edwards (New Society, $23) An analysis of sustainability in five sectors—community, commerce, natural resources, ecological design, and the biosphere—that serve as guidelines for policy decisions and future activities.
ECOVILLAGES: A Practical Guide to Sustainable Communities by Jan Martin Bang (New Society, $30) A comprehensive manual for planning, establishing, and maintaining a sustainable community, using a permaculture approach.
SUPERBIA! 31 Ways to Create Sustainable Neighbourhoods by Dan Chiras & Dave Wan (New Society, $28) A book of practical ideas for creating and remaking suburban and urban neighbourhoods more socially, economically, and environmentally sustainable.
SharedVISION Hot Titles are compiled by gleaning from New Society Publishers and TBM Bookmanager (from sales data provided by more than 200 independent bookstores across Canada. The February 2007 lists report from early January).
