In the mid-1990's Joey Barnes of Alexander, Manitoba moved to Lynn Lake and established himself as the "King of Obsolete" in his Kingdom on the outskirts of town. Lynn Lake has two restaurants, no shopping malls, no fast food delivery and no banks. Most supplies are brought in 300 km from Thompson or by bus from southern communities.
The King of Obsolete, among other things, spends much of his winter running cat trains. Most of the equipment he uses for his winter freighting activities, and just about everything else he does, is from the 1950s and have been brought back to life by remodeling them and using whatever parts were available.
On November 27 at 7 PM, the King of Obsolete (aka Joey Barnes) will be at Pennywise Books to talk about his first book "King of Obsolete: Cat Train Newsletters" and relate some of his stories about making a living with old equipment and loving every minute of it.
If you enjoy storytellers, would like to learn about real life in the North, or are a hobbyist that likes to tinker with old machinery, be sure to come down and meet the King in person. To read more about the King's adventures, visit his website at www.kingofobsolete.ca.
I hope to see you here!
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
On the Same Page - In Search of April Raintree
Pennywise Books is pleased to announce that they will be participating as a host venue for the 2008 On The Same Page reading series. On The Same Page (OTSP) has a goal of to strengthening the bond in a community by encouraging people to read the same book at the same time. Although there have been similar program in cities across Canada and around the world, OTSP is the first project of its kind to involve the entire province.
Organizers unanimously chose In Search of April Raintree, because in its 25th anniversary year, this novel has become a classic of Canadian literature. Its content touches on themes and issues relevant to every generation and every Manitoban, perhaps pointing to why this renowned book is one of the most high in demand from provincial libraries.
In Search of April Raintree, first published in 1983, tells the profoundly powerful (and semi-autobiographical) story of two young sisters taken from their home and family. Powerless to change their fortunes, they are separated, and each put into foster homes. Yet over the years, the bond between them grows. As they each make their way in a society that is, at times, indifferent, hostile, and violent, one embraces her Métis identity, while the other tries to leave it behind. In the end, out of tragedy, comes an unexpected legacy of triumph and reclamation.
The author, Beatrice Mosionier, was born in St. Boniface, Manitoba. The youngest of four children, she grew up in foster homes. After a short time living in Toronto, where she attended college, she returned to Winnipeg.
Following the loss of two of her sisters to suicide, Beatrice decided to write In Search of April Raintree. First published in 1983 it has become a Canadian classic. Beatrice is also the author of several children's books, including: Spirit of the White Bison, Christopher's Folly and Unusual Friendships: A Little Black Cat and a Little White Rat. Her second novel, In the Shadow of Evil, was published in 2000.
Please join us on November 20 at 7:00 PM for this event.
Organizers unanimously chose In Search of April Raintree, because in its 25th anniversary year, this novel has become a classic of Canadian literature. Its content touches on themes and issues relevant to every generation and every Manitoban, perhaps pointing to why this renowned book is one of the most high in demand from provincial libraries.
In Search of April Raintree, first published in 1983, tells the profoundly powerful (and semi-autobiographical) story of two young sisters taken from their home and family. Powerless to change their fortunes, they are separated, and each put into foster homes. Yet over the years, the bond between them grows. As they each make their way in a society that is, at times, indifferent, hostile, and violent, one embraces her Métis identity, while the other tries to leave it behind. In the end, out of tragedy, comes an unexpected legacy of triumph and reclamation.
The author, Beatrice Mosionier, was born in St. Boniface, Manitoba. The youngest of four children, she grew up in foster homes. After a short time living in Toronto, where she attended college, she returned to Winnipeg.
Following the loss of two of her sisters to suicide, Beatrice decided to write In Search of April Raintree. First published in 1983 it has become a Canadian classic. Beatrice is also the author of several children's books, including: Spirit of the White Bison, Christopher's Folly and Unusual Friendships: A Little Black Cat and a Little White Rat. Her second novel, In the Shadow of Evil, was published in 2000.
Please join us on November 20 at 7:00 PM for this event.
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