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In Deacon King Kong, McBride masterfully tells the story of the shooting of a neighbourhood drug dealer by the local deacon and the subsequent blowback felt by the people who witnessed the shooting. In true McBride style, this story is a vivid portrayal of the tumultuous swirl of New York in the late 1960s that brings to life distinct characters who must face their own fears and secrets in order to survive. James McBride speaks with award-winning author and journalist Omar El Akkad (American War) in this special event. Register and tune in LIVE on November 19 at 7-8 pm EST or watch the replay at http://ow.ly/cWNR50Col9n

With so much uncertainty in our world, we know caregivers are looking for ways to work through the stress and support their children. The School Library Journal has shared these *8 Podcasts To Encourage Mindfulness for Children*. http://ow.ly/G2uK50CohUX For those of you looking for support with school and home learning, don't forget we have an extensive list of support resources, materials and local contacts available here: ... http://ow.ly/l1nT50Coinz #Mindfulness #SupportingLearners #LibraryLove #VIRL

Perfect reads to keep you entertained and educated while we spend more time indoors and staying safe. The lion's share of these picks are in our collection, head on into the catalogue and reserve a few! https://bit.ly/3kCrmtp #FallReading #CozyAndWarm #BeKindBeCalmBeSafe #VIRL

What does it mean for things to be truly accessible? Take a look at these resources about teens who live with various disabilities. READ: Wild and Crooked by Leah Thomas https://bit.ly/2IBAUrD... LISTEN: The Ables by Jeremy Scott https://bit.ly/3kxff0G WATCH: Zoom In: Microaggressions and Disability https://bit.ly/36AekaN LEARN: WHO's 10 Facts on Disability https://bit.ly/36ESwuu #Accessibility #EscapeAndExplore #DisaBodyPosi #TheBarriersWeFace #VIRL #WheelchairLife #AccessibleCanada

Hello Library Fans, this Friday we have our brilliant reader of the week, Layla Reynolds, sharing their book favourites from Masset! Although our name is Vancouver Island Regional Library, one of our wonderful regions is actually Haida Gwaii! Welcome to Layla, we are so glad you were able to join our Reader of the Week collective. Join us here to see ALL of our guest readers and so much more! http://ow.ly/2U1r50Ckj4b... #ReaderOfTheWeek #Masset #HaidaGwaii #StrongLibrariesStrongCommunities #VIRL

Fear is the main source of superstition, and one of the main sources of cruelty. To conquer fear is the beginning of wisdom. Bertrand Russell, Unpopular Essays Happy Friday the 13th! Michael O'Mara wrote an amusing and scholarly look at the fascinating stories behind old-fashioned legends and superstition, you can check it out through OverDrive. http://ow.ly/svS950CkaxH... #FridayThe13th #Superstition #BlackCats #MichaelOMara #Meow #VIRL