World Poetry & Stories (June 4th 2017)
Asian Hertiage Month Celebrations by Greater Victoria Public Library
Please check the GVPL calendar of events for more information and registration Watercolour on Masa Paper: Birds May 5, 2:00-3:30 pm @ Juan de Fuca Branch Join professional wildlife artist Richard Wong for a workshop on painting birds, one of our most colourful creatures. Bring your own print-out, or work from a class design. No experience necessary. Registered. Asian Heritage Month: The Kimono and Japanese Culture May 5, 2:00-3:00 pm @ Central Branch From golden cranes embroidered on red satin to pink cherry blossoms emblazoned on silk crepe, the kimono doubles as a traditional Japanese garment and a piece of art. Join Hitomi Harama, kimono and Japanese culture specialist, for a talk on the history of the kimono and the traditional Japanese way of life. Registered. Asian Heritage Month: Tai Chi Kung Fu Fan May 6, 10:30-11:30 am @ Oak Bay Branch For ages 6 and up; parents and caregivers are encouraged to attend. Listen to a traditional Chinese story told by loc...
