BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Wordstock - ECPv6.16.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Wordstock
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Wordstock
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Toronto
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20230312T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20231105T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20270314T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20271107T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260513T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260513T203000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20260426T142643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260426T143507Z
UID:1565-1778697000-1778704200@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:An Evening With Charlie Angus
DESCRIPTION:Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival presents a one-night speaking event and fundraiser with author Charlie Angus\, continuing our work bringing nationally recognized voices to Northern Ontario. \nTickets are available through Zeffy here.  \nWordstock Talk: Featuring Charlie Angus & Dangerous Memory \nJoin Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival for a special evening with author\, political commentator\, and longtime Northern Ontario voice Charlie Angus. \nCharlie will be in conversation about his latest book\, Dangerous Memory: Coming of Age in the Decade of Greed (House of Anansi)\, a powerful reflection on the forces that shaped a generation and the roots of political awakening. Blending memoir\, history\, and cultural critique\, the book looks back at the 1980s to explore how ideas about power\, resistance\, and community continue to shape our present moment. \nThe evening will feature an interview\, reading\, and audience Q&A\, followed by a book signing. \nAs a festival grounded in the belief that literature helps us better understand the world around us\, Wordstock Sudbury is proud to present this timely conversation about activism\, storytelling\, and the role of memory in shaping the future. \nSchedule:\n6:30–7:00 PM – Doors Open\n7:00–8:00 PM – Interview\, Reading & Q&A\n8:00–8:30 PM – Book Signing \nBooks will be available for purchase on site.
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/an-evening-with-charlie-angus
LOCATION:Sudbury Indie cinema\, 162 MacKenzie St\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3C 4X8
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260412T130000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20260322T230733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260322T230847Z
UID:1556-1775989800-1775998800@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Sudbury Reads 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Wordstock Sudbury’s 4th annual Sudbury Reads\, hosted by CBC Sudbury’s Jonathan Pinto! This local version of Canada Reads celebrates books that connect our community. \nThis is a FREE event and open to everyone. \n📅 Date: Sunday\, April 12\, 2026\n🕥 Time: 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM\n📍 Location: Main Branch Public Library\, 74 Mackenzie Street\, Sudbury \nThis year’s theme is “One Book to Build Bridges”. Our five defenders will share why their chosen books should be read by our community. Come for lively discussion\, discover new reads\, and celebrate the power of stories. \nMeet the defenders! \nLindsay Mayhew\, spoken word poet • Defending Billy-Ray Belcourt’s A Minor Chorus \nTammy Gaber\, author and director of McEwen School of Architecture • Defending The Cure for Drowning by Loghan Paylor \nDokun Nochirionye\, founder of Thriving African Families • Defending It’s Different This Time by Joss Richard \nKaylie Voutier\, 2SLGBTQ+ book club leader and library cataloguing technician • Defending Iain Reid’s Foe \nHeather Campbell\, publisher at Latitude 46 • Defending Searching for Terry Punchout by Tyler Hellard
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/sudbury-reads-2026
LOCATION:Greater Sudbury Public Library\, 74 Mackenzie Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3C4X8\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251024T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251025T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20250915T145759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T164615Z
UID:1504-1761321600-1761426000@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:Festival passes and individual tickets are available through Zeffy : https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/2025-wordstock-sudbury-literary-festival\n\nView our 2025 Schedule At A Glance here!\n\nWordstock Sudbury Literary Festival is thrilled to announce the dates of our 12th annual festival. Join us on October 24th-25th\, 2025 for two days of conversations about writing and reading—and we’ll be joined by remarkable writers from here in the North and from across Canada.\nThis year’s festival is all about survival — how stories help us navigate a changing world and connect us across difference. We’re celebrating literature in all its forms\, in workshops and readings\, community activities\, open mic and a silent reading club.\nAfter a year of change and challenge\, Wordstock Sudbury wants to extend our sincerest gratitude to everyone in the community who has made this year’s festival possible. Our Festival Committee and Board of Directors are eager to bring you a festival you’ll want to return to year after year. . We can’t wait to welcome you back!\nWhether you’re a writer\, artist\, reader or just looking for new conversations\, Wordstock Sudbury is for you.\nSave the date. Subscribe to our newsletter. Tell your book club.
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/1504
LOCATION:Place des arts du Grande Sudbury\, 27 Larch Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250315T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250315T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20250213T183250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T222653Z
UID:1463-1742043600-1742050800@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Sudbury Reads
DESCRIPTION:📚 Mark your calendars! 📚 \nThe third annual Sudbury Reads is happening March 15th at the Greater Sudbury Public Library Main Branch. \nFive local defenders will go head-to-head\, championing the Canada Reads 2025 Shortlist. One book to change the narrative! \nWhich book will Sudbury choose? \nThis is a FREE event.
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/sudbury-reads-2
LOCATION:Greater Sudbury Public Library\, 74 Mackenzie Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3C4X8\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250312T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250312T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20250226T164542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T164607Z
UID:1469-1741798800-1741807800@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:March Open Mic and Book Swap
DESCRIPTION:It’s Wordstock Sudbury’s monthly Open Mic and Book Swap! This month will be hosted by local poet and spoken word artist Connor Lafortune !\nWe will start the evening at 5:00 PM with literary conversations and you can take part in our book swap where you can bring a book and grab a book (or two).\nThe Open Mic will start at 6:00 PM where all voices are welcome. Share your poetry\, prose\, or any literary creation that has been waiting for its moment to shine. Readers have 5-7 minutes to share.\nConnect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for literature. Whether you’re an aspiring writer\, avid reader\, or someone who simply appreciates the magic of words\, this event provides a welcoming space to build connections\, exchange ideas\, and foster a sense of literary community.
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/march-open-mic-and-book-swap
LOCATION:Books and Beans\, 158 Elgin Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 3N5\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250309T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250309T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20250226T163158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T164902Z
UID:1466-1741546800-1741554000@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Save The Word
DESCRIPTION:This fundraiser is a collection of local artists who have come together to help keep the literary arts alive and thriving in Sudbury! All proceeds go directly towards Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival.\n\nTickets can be purchased through Zeffy – https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/save-the-word\n\nWHEN: March 9th – 7:00 – 9:00 (doors 6:30)\nWHERE: Sudbury Indie Cinema\n\nARTISTS:Alexia Cousineau – PoetryLindsay Mayhew – PoetryConnor Lafortune- PoetryGrant Neegan – Live PaintingTessa & Petr – MusicSpilled Ink – PoetryTrin – MusicBlaine Thornton – Curator
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/save-the-word
LOCATION:Sudbury Indie cinema\, 162 MacKenzie St\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3C 4X8
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20250203T181401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T181429Z
UID:1446-1739620800-1740236400@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Sudbury African Literacy Project
DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to announce the Sudbury African Literacy Project in celebration of Black History Month! \nThis is a collaborative project between @thrivingafricanfamilies\, @wordstocksudbury\, @gsplibrary and funded by @880cities ✨📚 \nThis incredible family-centered program celebrates the power of literacy\, storytelling\, and African heritage through workshops\, storytelling sessions\, and creative writing. \n📅 Event Dates:\nFebruary 15th\, 1–3 PM\nFebruary 22nd\, 1–3 PM\n(Separate registrations for each day and age group) \n📍 Register through the Greater Sudbury Public Library. Visit events.sudburylibraries.ca \n– \nWordstock Sudbury et la Bibliothèque publique du Grand Sudbury sont fiers de soutenir le Sudbury African Literacy Project (projet de littératie africaine de Sudbury)\, un projet de l’organisme Thriving African Families qui souligne le Mois de l’histoire des Noirs.\nCe remarquable programme axé sur les familles célèbre la force de la littératie\, des contes et du patrimoine culturel africain dans le cadre d’ateliers et de séances de contes et d’écriture créative.\nDates des rencontres :\n· Le 15 février de 12 h à 15 h\n· Le 22 février de 12 h à 15 h (Il faut s’inscrire à chaque événement séparément.)\nInscrivez-vous dans le site Web de la Bibliothèque publique du Grand Sudbury à events.sudburylibraries.ca.\nSoyez des nôtres pour apprécier des récits diversifiés et inspirer la prochaine génération d’adeptes de la lecture et de l’écriture!\nThriving African Families : atelier d’écriture dans le cadre du Mois de l’histoire des Noirs (enfants de 8 à 12 ans)\nVenez célébrer le Mois de l’histoire des Noirs avec l’organisme Thriving African Families et son projet de littératie africaine de Sudbury.\nDiscutez avec des animateurs et animatrices et des auteurs et autrices dans le cadre d’ateliers pratiques adaptés aux divers groupes d’âge. Plongez dans le monde de l’écriture créative inspire par la riche histoire des artistes de la parole d’Afrique.\nCette séance vise les enfants de 8 à 12 ans. Il faut s’inscrire d’avance; les places sont limitées.\n*Jeunes de 13 à 18 ans
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/sudbury-african-literacy-project
LOCATION:Ontario
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250212T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20250203T181045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T181045Z
UID:1444-1739379600-1739388600@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Open Mic & Book Swap
DESCRIPTION:It’s Wordstock Sudbury’s monthly Open Mic and Book Swap! This month will be hosted by our wonderful volunteer and local poet Molly Nethavhani!\nWe will start the evening at 5:00 PM with literary conversations and you can take part in our book swap where you can bring a book and grab a book (or two).\nThe Open Mic will start at 6:00 PM where all voices are welcome. Share your poetry\, prose\, or any literary creation that has been waiting for its moment to shine. Readers have 5-7 minutes to share.\n\nConnect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for literature. Whether you’re an aspiring writer\, avid reader\, or someone who simply appreciates the magic of words\, this event provides a welcoming space to build connections\, exchange ideas\, and foster a sense of literary community.
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/open-mic-book-swap-4
LOCATION:Books and Beans\, 158 Elgin Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 3N5\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20250117T212436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250120T162605Z
UID:1440-1738436400-1738443600@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:February Poetry Slam
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable night of spoken word\, hosted by Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival and Myths and Mirrors Community Arts. Our MC this month will be local spoken word artist Lindsay Mayhew!\n\nCome to snap along to powerful poems\, or register to compete and share your voice on stage.\n\nPlease note that this is a FREE event. You do not need to register to attend the event. Poets who wish to compete in the event must register using this form: https://buytickets.at/mythsandmirrors/1540271\n\nIf there is still slots available\, you can sign-up before the event (cash-only)\n 
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/february-poetry-slam
LOCATION:Ontario
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250108T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250108T190000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20250103T152338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250103T152338Z
UID:1436-1736355600-1736362800@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Open Mic & Book Swap
DESCRIPTION:It’s our monthly Open Mic and Book Swap! This month is our one year anniversary of this monthly event!\n\nWe will start the evening at 5:00 PM with literary conversations and found poetry to spark your creativity.\n\nThe Open Mic will start at 6:00 PM where all voices are welcome. Share your poetry\, prose\, or any literary creation that has been waiting for its moment to shine. Readers have 5-7 minutes to share.\n\nAlso take part in our book swap where you can bring a book and grab a book (or two).\n\nConnect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for literature. Whether you’re an aspiring writer\, avid reader\, or someone who simply appreciates the magic of words\, this event provides a welcoming space to build connections\, exchange ideas\, and foster a sense of literary community.
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/open-mic-book-swap-3
LOCATION:Books and Beans\, 158 Elgin Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 3N5\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241113T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20241108T140751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T140751Z
UID:1413-1731520800-1731526200@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Open Mic and Book Swap
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/open-mic-and-book-swap-5
LOCATION:Books and Beans\, 158 Elgin Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 3N5\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241101T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241103T153000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20241025T140732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241025T140732Z
UID:1410-1730480400-1730647800@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival 2024
DESCRIPTION:Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival’s 11th edition will be taking place on November 1st-3rd\, 2024 at Place des Arts du Grand Sudbury.\nFestival Passes and Individual tickets can be purchased through Zeffy here: https://www.zeffy.com/…/3dedf902-8863-4f0c-a205…\nFor any questions or inquiries please email info@wordstocksudbury.ca\n\nWordstock Sudbury Literary Festival 2024 is back for another exciting year! Join us for an intimate three-day celebration of the literary arts from November 1st to 3rd at Place des Arts du Grand Sudbury. Featuring 20+ Canadian authors and 15 engaging sessions\, the festival offers a chance to connect with some of Canada’s most celebrated writers\, poets\, playwrights\, and songwriters.Established in 2013\, Wordstock Sudbury continues to foster a love of reading and writing in Northern Ontario. Through captivating discussions and diverse perspectives\, we explore critical topics\, challenge assumptions\, and spark meaningful conversations—all through the power of words.
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/wordstock-sudbury-literary-festival-2024
LOCATION:Place des arts du Grande Sudbury\, 27 Larch Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241009T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20241003T202339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T202408Z
UID:1375-1728496800-1728502200@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Open Mic & Book Swap
DESCRIPTION:It’s our monthly Open Mic and Book Swap. Our host this month is spoken word artist Lindsay Mayhew who will start us off at 6:00 PM with an Open Mic where all voices are welcome.\n\nShare your poetry\, prose\, or any literary creation that has been waiting for its moment to shine. Readers have 5-7 minutes to share.\n\nAlso take part in our book swap where you can bring a book and grab a book (or two). Connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for literature. Whether you’re an aspiring writer\, avid reader\, or someone who simply appreciates the magic of words\, this event provides a welcoming space to build connections\, exchange ideas\, and foster a sense of literary community
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/open-mic-book-swap-2
LOCATION:Books and Beans\, 158 Elgin Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 3N5\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240919T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240919T220000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240903T160808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240905T184355Z
UID:1354-1726776000-1726783200@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Poetry Slam
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an unforgettable night of spoken word\, hosted by Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival and Myths and Mirrors Community Arts. Come to snap along to powerful poems\, or register to compete and share your voice on stage. \nPlease note that this is a FREE event. You do not need to register to attend the event. Poets who wish to compete in the event must register using this form. If there is still slots available\, you can sign-up before the event (cash-only) \nFollow this link to register as a competitor for the poetry slam: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/mythsandmirrors/1372853
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/poetry-slam-3
LOCATION:Little Montreal’s\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240911T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240828T134848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T134916Z
UID:1337-1726077600-1726083000@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Open Mic and Book Swap
DESCRIPTION:It’s Wordstock Sudbury’s monthly Open Mic and Book Swap!\n\nThis month is extra special as we are announcing our 11th edition artist lineup! \n\nJoin us at Books and Beans Cafe\, located at 158 Elgin Street from 6-7:30 PM\n\nThere will be exciting announcements\, giveaways\, and exclusive festival discounts !\n\nShare your poetry\, prose\, or any literary creation that has been waiting for its moment to shine. Readers have 5-7 minutes to share.\n\nAlso take part in our book swap where you can bring a book and grab a book (or two). Connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for literature. Whether you’re an aspiring writer\, avid reader\, or someone who simply appreciates the magic of words\, this event provides a welcoming space to build connections\, exchange ideas\, and foster a sense of literary community
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/open-mic-and-book-swap-4
LOCATION:Books and Beans\, 158 Elgin Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 3N5\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240911T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240911T180000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240906T150234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T150234Z
UID:1359-1726074000-1726077600@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:2024 Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:  \n \nJoin us for our AGM taking place at 5:00 PM on September 11th at Books and Beans cafe. \nRenew or purchase your membership for $20! \n 
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/2024-annual-general-meeting
LOCATION:Books and Beans\, 158 Elgin Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 3N5\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240707T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240707T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240625T153604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T212158Z
UID:1284-1720360800-1720371600@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Evalyn Parry - 2 Family-Friendly Events at NLFB (2pm and 4pm)
DESCRIPTION:Wordstock Sudbury has a limited number of complementary tickets for Sunday July 7th at 2pm and 4pm available with pre-registration.  \nRegistration \nTo secure your spots and be part of these inspiring experiences\, please register using our Google Form by clicking here:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf5_j0I70Bgnxv12rCbFUsgt5YEr7U_UCPMBNlEmnNuabfZEg/viewform?usp=sf_link \nJoin us for two incredible family-friendly events featuring the award-winning  author\, musician\, and spoken word poet Evalyn Parry\, presented by Wordstock Sudbury’s Nickel City Literacy League youth programming in partnership with Northern Lights Festival Boréal. Don’t miss out on these enriching and entertaining experiences for all ages!  \n  \nEvent 1:   Evalyn Parry Live at NFLB Family Stage – Sunday\, July 7th\, 2024 – 2 p.m.  \nAward-winning Toronto spoken word poet\, theatre artist\, and songwriter Evalyn Parry will perform excerpts from her show SPIN\, which celebrates the feminist history of the bicycle. Come witness a captivating fusion of theatre\, music\, and spoken word poetry as Evalyn shares the inspiring story of Annie Londonderry\, the first woman to ride around the world on a bicycle in 1895. This event promises to be a brilliant blend of artistic expression and historical storytelling.  \n  \nEvent 2:  Evalyn Parry Spoken-Word Family-Friendly Workshop at NLFB CBC Acoustic Stage – Sunday\, July 7th\, 2024-  4 p.m.  \n  \nBe part of an interactive\, family-friendly spoken word workshop led by Evalyn Parry and Sudbury poet P. Smith. This engaging workshop offers the opportunity for participants of all ages to explore the art of spoken word\, share their own creative pieces\, and enjoy a showcase of captivating performances. Join us for a fun and enriching experience that celebrates the power of poetry and self-expression. \n\nContact Information \nFor more details or inquiries\, please feel free to reach out to our \nProgram Coordinator\, Lou Hayden:  \nPhone: 613-866-6610  \nEmail: kidlit@wordstocksudbury.ca
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/evalyn-parry-live-at-nflb-family-stage
LOCATION:Bell Park\, Paris Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 3B6\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240627T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240627T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240620T194325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T194325Z
UID:1282-1719496800-1719500400@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Media Announcement 2024
DESCRIPTION:This event will mark the first release of featured authors for the upcoming fall festival\, which will take place from November 1st to 3rd at Place des Arts.  \nThe event will be held at the Greater Sudbury Public Library Main Branch on Thursday\, June 27th\, at 2:00 PM. Key speakers include Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival Director Heather Campbell and Sudbury’s newly inaugurated Poet Laureate Alex Tétreault. \nAdditionally\, the festival will launch the 2024 YouthWords writing contest theme during the event. Now sponsored by the Sudbury Credit Union\, the annual writing contest is open to grades 9-12 students\, with two categories\, short story and poetry. Participants will have the chance to win cash prizes. \nThis is a free event. We invite all community members to attend the event and share in the celebration of literature in our community and anticipation for the 11th edition of the Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival this November.
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/media-announcement-2024
LOCATION:Greater Sudbury Public Library\, 74 Mackenzie Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3C4X8\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240622T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240513T143700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240625T160752Z
UID:1258-1719050400-1719068400@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:NewGen Poetry Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are available here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/87ab66bc-3c79-4ab7-a5b7-7706c362835b \nEvent Timing: June 22nd-23rd & August 10th-11th\nEvent Address: The ParkSide Centre\, (@YMCA Sudbury)\, 140 Durham Street  \nIn collaboration with Britta Badour and Tyler Pennock\, Wordstock Sudbury is offering a two-weekend workshop series for emerging poets aged 18-30. Both weekends\, the sessions will run on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. \nThe first weekend will centre on creating poetry\, either as spoken word or page poetry. The group will be divided into two smaller groups\, one working with Britta Badour on spoken word and the other half working with Tyler Pennock on page poetry. We will provide lunch and group activities before switching the groups. Participants will experience hands-on activities led by the artist mentors on creating their own poetry. \nIn the final session\, the artist mentors will return to Sudbury to assist the participants with finalizing their work and preparing to perform for a community audience. \nThe ParkSide Centre is located on the ground floor at the YMCA Sudbury. Free weekend parking is available in the underground parking lot\, accessible by elevator. \nFor more information contact; \nAnnie Blodgett (she/her)\ncommunications@wordstocksudbury.ca\n705-282-7217
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/newgen-poetry-workshop
LOCATION:The Parkside Centre\, 140 Durham Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 3M7\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240528T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240528T210000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240429T134450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T134506Z
UID:1248-1716924600-1716930000@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Book Lovers Trivia Night!
DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nJoin us for Wordstock Sudbury’s second annual trivia night fundraiser! This is the perfect opportunity  to enjoy a fun night out while showing off your book smarts! \nWe have Brendan Roy from Nickel City Trivia who will test our knowledge in a range of trivia questions covering various genres and themes of literature\, both classic and contemporary. With prizes to be won\, including books and fun goodies\, it’s a night you won’t want to miss! \nWe will also have a silent auction where you can bid on some amazing local items and experiences to support Wordstock Sudbury Literary Festival. \n  \nTo reserve a table for your team call the Townehouse Tavern 705-674-6883 
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/book-lovers-trivia-night
LOCATION:Ontario
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240508T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240429T133237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T133314Z
UID:1246-1715191200-1715196600@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Open Mic and Book Swap
DESCRIPTION:It’s our monthly Open Mic and Book Swap. Our host this month is Sulphur Literary Journal who will start us off at 6:00 PM with an Open Mic where all voices are welcome.\nShare your poetry\, prose\, or any literary creation that has been waiting for its moment to shine. Readers have 5-7 minutes to share.\nAlso take part in our book swap where you can bring a book and grab a book (or two). Connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for literature. Whether you’re an aspiring writer\, avid reader\, or someone who simply appreciates the magic of words\, this event provides a welcoming space to build connections\, exchange ideas\, and foster a sense of literary community.
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/open-mic-and-book-swap-3
LOCATION:Books and Beans\, 158 Elgin Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 3N5\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240430T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240405T192735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T133751Z
UID:1240-1714492800-1714496400@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Polar: Wildlife at the Ends of the Earth with Author L.E. Carmichael
DESCRIPTION:Event Timing: Tuesday April 30th 4pm – 5pm \nEvent Address: South End Public Library\, 1991 Regent Street\, Sudbury \nJoin award-winning author L.E. Carmichael to learn about the adaptations that help polar animals stay warm\, find food\, and raise their babies\, all in two of the harshest habitats on the planet. \nSuitable for ages 9-12. \nThis is a free event hosted by Wordstock Sudbury’s ‘Nickel City Literacy League’ in collaboration with Canadian Children’s Book Week and Greater Sudbury Public Library. \nRegistration is required for this event. \nTo register please go to; \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScL5ucFXMviHcbn4znuoIr2u5IBKzw_BRtVIyXVDbxQv_MFQg/viewform?usp=sf_link \nFor any further information email; \ncommuncations@wordstocksudbury.ca \nor call 613-866-6610 \n\nSEE ALSO EVENT\, (Monday April 29th): https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/polar-wildlife-at-the-ends-of-the-earth
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/polar-wildlife-at-the-ends-of-the-earth-with-author-l-e-carmichael
LOCATION:South End Public Library\, 1991 Regent Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E5V3\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240429T190000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240405T191354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T133722Z
UID:1237-1714413600-1714417200@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Polar: Wildlife at the Ends of the Earth with Author L.E. Carmichael
DESCRIPTION:Event Timing:  Monday April 29th 6pm- 7pm \nEvent Address: 74 Mackenzie Street\, Greater Sudbury Public Library Main Branch \nJoin award-winning author L.E. Carmichael to learn about the adaptations that help polar animals stay warm\, find food\, and raise their babies\, all in two of the harshest habitats on the planet. \nSuitable for ages 9-12. \nThis is a free event hosted by Wordstock Sudbury’s ‘Nickel City Literacy League’ in collaboration with Canadian Children’s Book Week and Greater Sudbury Public Library. \nRegistration is required for this event. \nTo register please visit; \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdLQluvANbqssqfshX_hUGP5CYW5njH0MTUtc-omTm8KkMjbw/viewform?usp=sf_link \n  \nfor more information email; \ncommunications@wordstocksudbury.ca \nor call 613-866-6610 \nSEE ALSO EVENT\, (Tuesday April 30th): https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/polar-wildlife-at-the-ends-of-the-earth-with-author-l-e-carmichael \n 
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/polar-wildlife-at-the-ends-of-the-earth
LOCATION:Greater Sudbury Public Library\, 74 Mackenzie Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3C4X8\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240410T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240405T201042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T201215Z
UID:1243-1712772000-1712777400@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Open Mic & Book Swap!
DESCRIPTION:It’s Wordstock Sudbury’s monthly Open Mic and Book Swap!\n\nWe will start the evening at 6:00 PM with an Open Mic where all voices are welcome. Share your poetry\, prose\, or any literary creation that has been waiting for its moment to shine. Readers have 5-7 minutes to share.\n\nAlso take part in our book swap where you can bring a book and grab a book (or two).\nConnect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for literature. Whether you’re an aspiring writer\, avid reader\, or someone who simply appreciates the magic of words\, this event provides a welcoming space to build connections\, exchange ideas\, and foster a sense of literary community
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/open-mic-book-swap
LOCATION:Books and Beans\, 158 Elgin Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 3N5\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240315T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240315T233000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240305T183501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T181217Z
UID:1192-1710498600-1710545400@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Meet Graphic Novel Author J.Torres!
DESCRIPTION:Join award-winning writer J. Torres for comic book readers theatre\, an intimate Q&A\, and signing! You’ll find out how he writes scripts for comics and graphic novels\, like Batman\, How to Spot a Sasquatch\, Planet Hockey\, Stealing Home\, and Teen Titans Go\, and participate in some fun readings.  \nFor children ages 8-12.  \nFree copy of a J. Torres graphic novel Planet Hockey for the first 10 registrations! \nRegistration is required for this event. \nTo register go to: https://events.sudburylibraries.ca/default/Detail/2024-03-15-1030-Meet-J-Torres-Comic-Book-Writer \nWhen: \nFriday March 15th \n10:30am – 11:30am \nLively Public Library\,  \n15 Kin Drive\, Unit A\, Lively\, ON P3Y 1M9 \nSee also: Thursday March 14th at the Valley East Public Library https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/meet-graphic-novel-author-j-torres \nFor more information call 705-673-1155 \n 
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/1192
LOCATION:Lively Public Library\, 15 Kin Drive\, Unit A\, Lively\, Ontario\, P3Y1M9\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240305T182831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T181138Z
UID:1188-1710414000-1710417600@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Meet Graphic Novel Author J.Torres!
DESCRIPTION:Join award-winning writer J. Torres for comic book readers theatre\, an intimate Q&A\, and signing! You’ll find out how he writes scripts for comics and graphic novels\, like Batman\, How to Spot a Sasquatch\, Planet Hockey\, Stealing Home\, and Teen Titans Go\, and participate in some fun readings.  \nFor children ages 8-12.  \nFree copy of a J. Torres graphic novel Planet Hockey for the first 10 registrations! \nRegistration is required for this event. \nTo register online go to: https://events.sudburylibraries.ca/default/Register/2024-03-14-1100-Meet-J-Torres-Comic-Book-Writer \nWhen: \nThursday March 14th \n11am – 12 noon \nValley East Library \n4100 Elmview Drive\, Hanmer\, ON P3P 1J7 \nsee also: Friday March 15th at the Lively Public Library https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/1192 \nFor more information call 705-673-1155 \n 
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/meet-graphic-novel-author-j-torres
LOCATION:Valley East Public Library\, 4100 Elmview Dr\, Valley East\, Ontario\, P3P 1J7\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240306T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240228T154455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240228T154455Z
UID:1183-1709748000-1709753400@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Open Mic and Book Swap
DESCRIPTION:It’s Wordstock Sudbury’s monthly Open Mic and Book Swap!\n\nWe will start the evening at 6:00 PM with an Open Mic where all voices are welcome. Join us at Books and Beans to share your poetry\, prose\, or any literary creation that has been waiting for its moment to shine. Readers have 5-7 minutes to share.\n\nAlso take part in our book swap where you can bring a book and grab a book (or two).\n\nConnect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for literature. Whether you’re an aspiring writer\, avid reader\, or someone who simply appreciates the magic of words\, this event provides a welcoming space to build connections\, exchange ideas\, and foster a sense of literary community.
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/open-mic-and-book-swap-2
LOCATION:Books and Beans\, 158 Elgin Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 3N5\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240302T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240302T150000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240222T215454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T165147Z
UID:1167-1709384400-1709391600@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Sudbury Reads
DESCRIPTION:Canada Reads is back\, and with it Sudbury’s own celebration of the great Canadian book debate. Five local defenders will battle it out to prove they have one book to carry us forward. Get ready to throw down for your favourites.\nPrepare for the heartbreak\, joy\, betrayal\, laughter\, and surprise as this year’s panelists share why the book they’re championing is THE BOOK all Sudbury should read.\n\n– Endie Commanda will champion Bad Cree by Jessica Johns\n– Hoi Cheu will argue for Denison Avenue by Christina Wong and Daniel Innes\n-Liana Bacon will represent Meet Me at the Lake by Carley Fortune\n– GIna Gegeoju will debate on behalf of Shut Up You’re Pretty by Téa Mutonji\n-Chloe LaDuchesse will fight for The Future by Catherine Leroux\, translated by Susan Ouriou\n\nPartnership with Wordstock Sudbury\, Greater Sudbury Public Library and CBC Sudbury
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/sudbury-reads
LOCATION:Greater Sudbury Public Library\, 74 Mackenzie Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3C4X8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Wordstock Sudbury":MAILTO:info@wordstocksudbury.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240301T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240301T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240226T185720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T165428Z
UID:1169-1709316000-1709321400@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Stories and Recipes with Nadia Hohn and Waubgeshig Rice
DESCRIPTION:This event is free to attend. Registration is required through Better Beginnings Better Futures. You can call 705-671-1941 or email Trista at tristas@betterbeginningssudbury.ca to register.\n\n\nWordstock Sudbury and Better Beginnings Better Futures presents: Stories and Recipes with Nadia Hohn and Waubgeshig Rice.\n\n\nFor families with children aged 8 and up and adults (Younger siblings are welcome if supervised by an adult as the family room will be closed)\n\n\nThe Antiracist Kitchen: 21 Stories (and Recipes) is a celebration of food\, family\, activism and resistance in the face of racism. This anthology features stories and recipes from a diverse group of 21 award-winning North American authors\, who share the role of food in their lives and how it has helped fight discrimination\, reclaim culture and celebrate people with different backgrounds. They bring personal and sometimes difficult experiences growing up as racialized people. Chopped\, seared\, marinated and stewed\, The Antiracist Kitchen highlights the power of sitting down to share a meal and how that simple act can help bring us all together.
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/stories-and-recipes-with-nadia-hohn-and-waubgeshig-rice
LOCATION:Better Beginnings Better Futures\, 450 Morin Ave\, Greater Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3C 5H6\, Canada
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240110T193000
DTSTAMP:20260526T112643
CREATED:20240105T214642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T215120Z
UID:1155-1704909600-1704915000@wordstocksudbury.ca
SUMMARY:Open Mic and Book Swap
DESCRIPTION:It’s a new year and time for launching our new Open Mic and Book Swap! We will start the evening at 6:00 PM with an Open Mic where all voices are welcome. Share your poetry\, prose\, or any literary creation that has been waiting for its moment to shine. Readers have 5-7 minutes to share.\n\nAlso take part in our book swap where you can bring a book and grab a book (or two).\nConnect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for literature. Whether you’re an aspiring writer\, avid reader\, or someone who simply appreciates the magic of words\, this event provides a welcoming space to build connections\, exchange ideas\, and foster a sense of literary community.
URL:https://wordstocksudbury.ca/event/open-mic-and-book-swap
LOCATION:Books and Beans\, 158 Elgin Street\, Sudbury\, Ontario\, P3E 3N5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Live Event
ORGANIZER;CN="Wordstock Sudbury":MAILTO:info@wordstocksudbury.ca
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR