Three amazing iconic novels, infinite event possibilities and one vote...YOURS!
For Immediate Release, June 2, 2010
(Vancouver, British Columbia) – Three amazing iconic novels, infinite event possibilities, and one vote...YOURS! It’s your choice, Vancouver. From June 3 to 24, vote for the next One Book, One Vancouver winner. Choose the book and the events you would like to experience this fall.
Cast your vote for one of the following three options:
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian by Sherman Alexie, 2007.
Event ideas include: Basketball, Comic Book & Zine Workshops, Aboriginal Cultural Programs and Exploring Racism & Bullying
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, 1892.
Event ideas include: Murder Mystery Nights, Modern Detectives & the History of Forensics and Vancouver Mystery Tours
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams, 1979.
Event ideas include: Exploring Space, Science & the Meaning of Life, Travel Guides & Planning Your Next Trip and SciFi Film Festival
Vote online at vpl.ca or complete a ballot at any VPL location. One ballot per person, please.
If you cast your vote between June 3 and June 24, you could win a Library Lover’s Prize Pack. The winning novel will be announced at the Word on the Street Festival, September 26. In October and November, programs and events to bring the winning title alive for readers will take place at the Central Library and Branches across the city.
For more information about the program, the nominated books or authors, visit vpl.ca/obov.
Founded in 1887, Vancouver Public Library is one of Canada's largest library systems dedicated to meeting the lifelong learning, reading, recreation and information needs of the people of Vancouver. Each year, the Library’s 22 branches serve over six million visitors and offer over 2.5 million items, including books, CDs, DVDs, magazines and countless online resources.
(Vancouver, British Columbia) – Three amazing iconic novels, infinite event possibilities, and one vote...YOURS! It’s your choice, Vancouver. From June 3 to 24, vote for the next One Book, One Vancouver winner. Choose the book and the events you would like to experience this fall.
Cast your vote for one of the following three options:
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part Time Indian by Sherman Alexie, 2007.
Event ideas include: Basketball, Comic Book & Zine Workshops, Aboriginal Cultural Programs and Exploring Racism & Bullying
The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, 1892.
Event ideas include: Murder Mystery Nights, Modern Detectives & the History of Forensics and Vancouver Mystery Tours
The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy by Douglas Adams, 1979.
Event ideas include: Exploring Space, Science & the Meaning of Life, Travel Guides & Planning Your Next Trip and SciFi Film Festival
Vote online at vpl.ca or complete a ballot at any VPL location. One ballot per person, please.
If you cast your vote between June 3 and June 24, you could win a Library Lover’s Prize Pack. The winning novel will be announced at the Word on the Street Festival, September 26. In October and November, programs and events to bring the winning title alive for readers will take place at the Central Library and Branches across the city.
For more information about the program, the nominated books or authors, visit vpl.ca/obov.
Founded in 1887, Vancouver Public Library is one of Canada's largest library systems dedicated to meeting the lifelong learning, reading, recreation and information needs of the people of Vancouver. Each year, the Library’s 22 branches serve over six million visitors and offer over 2.5 million items, including books, CDs, DVDs, magazines and countless online resources.
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For more information, please contact:
Marya Gadison
Coordinator, Marketing & Communications
Vancouver Public Library
604-331-3681
Coordinator, Marketing & Communications
Vancouver Public Library
604-331-3681
