In this four hour workshop, participants will explore how genre techniques—mystery, suspense, romance, and speculative fiction—can elevate literary writing. No matter what style of fiction you write, understanding and practicing genre fiction is one of the best ways to improve your writing and create those meaningful but page-turning stories that readers, publishers, and editors love. Struggling with plot? We’ll look at how mystery writers use structure and story beats. Want more tension in your writing?  Try writing a story of suspense using the principle of escalation. More emotion? Romance. Want to express a philosophical idea? Try it through the heightened...

Looking for something fun to do this spring break? Join us at the Museum at Campbell River for four days of hands-on activities for kids and families.
Each day features a different interactive experience — from gallery games and textile arts to origami and old-fashioned heritage games.

Schedule:
Tuesday – Just for Kids Puzzles in the Galleries. Explore puzzles and challenges throughout the museum. First 30 families receive a free Just for Kids Activity Book!
Wednesday – Textile Art with the Midnight Shuttles (1–3 pm). Try spinning and weaving skills used in pioneering days.
Thursday –...

Looking for something fun to do this spring break? Join us at the Museum at Campbell River for four days of hands-on activities for kids and families.
Each day features a different interactive experience — from gallery games and textile arts to origami and old-fashioned heritage games.

Schedule:
Tuesday – Just for Kids Puzzles in the Galleries. Explore puzzles and challenges throughout the museum. First 30 families receive a free Just for Kids Activity Book!
Wednesday – Textile Art with the Midnight Shuttles (1–3 pm). Try spinning and weaving skills used in pioneering days.
Thursday –...

Looking for something fun to do this spring break? Join us at the Museum at Campbell River for four days of hands-on activities for kids and families.
Each day features a different interactive experience — from gallery games and textile arts to origami and old-fashioned heritage games.

Schedule:
Tuesday – Just for Kids Puzzles in the Galleries. Explore puzzles and challenges throughout the museum. First 30 families receive a free Just for Kids Activity Book!
Wednesday – Textile Art with the Midnight Shuttles (1–3 pm). Try spinning and weaving skills used in pioneering days.
Thursday –...

Looking for something fun to do this spring break? Join us at the Museum at Campbell River for four days of hands-on activities for kids and families.
Each day features a different interactive experience — from gallery games and textile arts to origami and old-fashioned heritage games.

Schedule:
Tuesday – Just for Kids Puzzles in the Galleries. Explore puzzles and challenges throughout the museum. First 30 families receive a free Just for Kids Activity Book!
Wednesday – Textile Art with the Midnight Shuttles (1–3 pm). Try spinning and weaving skills used in pioneering days.
Thursday –...