The North Shore Writers Festival returns to West Vancouver Memorial Library April 20 & 21. Enjoy a variety of programs, author presentations, and social engagements that celebrate local literary talent, including William Deverell, Timothy Taylor, and Pat Carney. Rounding out the festival line-up is a North Shore Writers’ Association workshop with local authors Bernice Lever, Sonia Garrett, and Sanford Osler, a Literary Trivia Quiz Night complete with popcorn and refreshments (19+), a free light lunch and Writers Café, a literary Marketplace and Local Author Book Fair. Festival attendees can cap-off their weekend and a closing reception, hosted by the fantastic festival regular, JJ Lee. All sessions are free but make sure to arrive early to secure seating! More information at www.northshorewritersfestival.com