Beats, Bites, and Books — Saturday, Sept 20, 2025 | 4:30-8:30 PM @ Oaklands Community Association
We’re teaming up with the Oaklands Community Association to celebrate 1,000 Little Free Libraries (LFLs) across Greater Victoria — and we need your help to make it unforgettable!
The Little Free Library Festival will be a fun, free, family-friendly afternoon. Saturday, Sept 20, 2025 | 4:30-8:30 PM featuring:
- LFL Build Contest – Vote for your favourite new library builds of 2025
- LFL Auction – With proceeds going to the Victoria Literacy Society
- DIY Zone for Kids – Bookmarks, crafts & a cozy reading circle
- Placemaking Info Booths – Learn how to get involved with your own LFL
- Live music & food trucks – Curated by Oaklands Community Association
Placemaking volunteers at the Oaklands Sunset Market
Volunteer Roles – Come Join the Fun!
We need about 10 volunteers – roles are shared in pairs — fun and low-pressure
- Event Manager
- Safety Officer
- LFL Contest & Auction Lead
- Placemaking Info Table Host
- Bookmark & Reading Circle Supervisor
- Kids’ DIY Library Zone Lead
- LFL Tips & Building Table Host
- Waste & Recycling Coordinator
Whether you’re a long-time GVPN member or just love neighbourhood happenings, this is a great way to connect and contribute.
Ready to Help?
Sign up as a volunteer, or reach out with questions:
Jim LaMorte: 250-213-9221 / jlamorte@telus.net; info@victoriaplacemaking.ca
We’ll have supplies, safety gear, and volunteer t-shirts ready. You bring your energy and your love for community.
Let’s celebrate 1,000 libraries — and the people who make them possible.
Placemaking volunteers at the Oaklands Sunset Market
Guest Author: Jessica Hum
Visit Jessica’s Blog / Website: www.talkingcircle.ca/stories
