It’s that time of year again when book lovers and community builders unite in supporting literacy! Volunteers across Greater Victoria are already hard at work sorting and preparing for the Times Colonist Book Drive and Sale – and the Greater Victoria Placemaking Network (GVPN) is thrilled to be promoting this once again.
📚 Book Drop – April 19 & 20
Yes, that’s this Easter weekend! Bring your gently used books to help support literacy and fuel the region’s growing network of Little Free Libraries. More info here: https://tcreads.ca/#thebookdrive
🛒 Book Sale – May 3 & 4
Mark your calendar for this annual treasure hunt at the Victoria Curling Club! Proceeds support literacy and education projects across Vancouver Island through the Times Colonist Literacy Society.
🤝 Non-Profit Day & Little Free Librarians Welcome – May 5
A special shout-out to all our LFL stewards and community champions – this day is for you! Sign in as GVPN volunteers, restock your libraries and connect with others passionate about access to books for all.
At GVPN, we love this event – it’s a major source of books for Little Free Libraries throughout the region. Want to learn how to keep your local library stocked year-round? Check out last year’s tips on how to Help us keep the Little Free Libraries in Your Neighbourhood Stocked All Year. And if it’s your first TC Book Sale, here’s what it’s like from a Little Free Library First Timer at the TC After Book Sale.
Help us keep the Little Free Libraries in Your Neighbourhood Stocked All Year
Guest Author: Jessica Hum
Visit Jessica’s Blog / Website: www.talkingcircle.ca/stories
