FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2011

• Banyen Books & Sound

  Author reading and book signing. Banyen Books & Sound is located at 3608 W. 4th Avenue, Vancouver.

• Historic Joy Kogawa House

  Meet the new writer-in-residence and learn to collage buttons. Historic Joy Kogawa House is located at 1450 W. 64th Avenue, Vancouver.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2011

• Carnegie Centre

  A full day of workshops, readings, and talks at the Carnegie Centre on the downtown east side.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2011

• Mainstage

  It’s Festival Central here at the steps of the South Plaza! The Word On The Street Vancouver presents an exciting and entertaining roster of performances.

• Magazine Life Tent

  These panel discussions, demonstrations and performances will introduce audiences to the exciting world of Canadian magazine publishing. Free samples, subscriptions and special deals on offer!

• Authors Tent

  Listen to and meet some of the biggest stars on the West Coast literary scene and discover fresh new voices all under one roof on Homer Street.

• Canada Writes

  Popular, bestselling and thought-provoking reads ranging from murder and burlesque to environmentalism and astrology.

• Poetry Tent

  Experience the power of great poetry to convey a complexity of emotions in these readings by established and emerging writers. Don’t forget to visit the Poetry in Transit bus at Hamilton and Robson.

• Kids Tent

  Geared to ages 6 and up, the Kids Tent on Literacy Lane (Hamilton Street) is the place to be, with great Canadian literature for readers  of all levels.

• Raise-a-Reader Corner

  Picture books, storytelling and more for the whole family, especially ages 0–7. Travel to distant lands, sing and dance, explore First Nations culture, and discover great local food on Literacy Lane (Hamilton Street).

• Writing Talks

  Located inside the library, downstairs in the Peter Kaye Room. Focusing on writing and publishing, these special sessions fill up quickly, so early queuing is recommended.

• Word Talks

  Downstairs in the library, in the Alma Van Dusen Room. Discover writing tips, learn how to make a business plan, and get marketing hints.

• Visual Exhibits

  Located in the library, in the moat downstairs and the promenade upstairs. Take in exhibits displaying the visual component to books and magazines.

• The Word Under The Street

  Local alternative comic book artists and illustrated zine producers. Downstairs in the Alice MacKay Room.