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SUMMARY:The Great Land Grab Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The exhibit introduces visitors to the Esquimalt & Nanaimo Railway Land Grant of 1887 — also known as the great land grab. Through graphic novel and comic style panels\, video\, and interactive elements\, visitors learn what happened\, who is affected\, and what it means for today. \nFeaturing illustrations by: \n\nEliot White-Hill\, Kwulasultun – Snuneymuxw First Nation\nJordanna George\, T’Sou-ke First Nation\nGord Hill\, Kwakwaka’wakw Nation\n\nThe exhibit is bilingual (English and French) and will travel Vancouver Island through 2026 and 2027. The exhibit will move to the Sooke Library on October 18\, 2026.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/the-great-land-grab-exhibit-2/2026-11-08/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Seniors
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SUMMARY:Turkish Folding Book Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn from scratch how to make a Turkish folding book! Fold a simple square that blooms into a star! \nThere is something inherently satisfying about a book that hides a secret. The Turkish folding book appears as a simple square\, but with one motion\, it blooms into a sculptural\, multi-dimensional star. \nIn this workshop\, we’ll move beyond traditional linear pages and explore the intersection of origami and bookbinding. This hands-on session walks you through the step-by-step process of measuring\, folding\, and casing-in this unique binding. Whether you are a seasoned binder or a paper-craft novice\, you will leave with a completed book and the skills to recreate this structure in any size\, perfect for hidden messages\, miniature illustrations\, or a unique travel keepsake. \nAll supplies provided and all ages and skill levels welcome. \nPlease register on Eventbrite at THIS LINK or click the link above! \n \n \n(Courtesy of vintagepagedesigns.com)
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/turkish-folding-book-workshop/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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