November brings us together for the Historic Joy Kogawa House Annual General Meeting (AGM). Your participation matters! Come hear updates, share your thoughts, and connect with fellow members.
Annual General Meeting
Saturday, November 22 | Marpole Neighbourhood House
AGM Details
- Date: Saturday, November 22, 2025
- Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
- Location: Marpole Neighbourhood House Main Hall
- Reception: Brief reception to follow
We encourage all members to attend. Thank you for being part of our community. We look forward to seeing you there!
Upcoming Events
Book Launch: The Broken Map Home
Saturday, November 15 | 6:30–8:00 PM
Upstart & Crow Studio, Granville Island
Join us for an evening with writer Keiko Honda as we celebrate her new book, The Broken Map Home, a poignant translation of her late grandfather Konosuke Masuda’s WWII memoir.
Keiko will be joined by author and past WIR Tāriq Malik for a conversation exploring the book’s themes of resilience, cross-cultural insight, and the enduring human spirit.
Tickets are free but limited! RSVP here.
Poetry Jam @ Joy Kogawa House
Thursday, November 20, 2025 | 7-8:30 PM
Join us for an evening of writing, editing, sharing, and witnessing poetry. This session will be led by Johnny Trinh while our usual host is away at a writer’s retreat.
Come to Our Writers’ Group
Join us every Tuesday, 6–8 PM in person at Historic Joy Kogawa House or online via Zoom for focused writing time. Contact info@kogawahouse.com for more information and/or the Zoom link.
Join Our Ukulele Group
All levels welcome! Bring your uke, tuner, and music stand. Sessions are outdoors by the campfire. Snacks and sheet music provided.
- Sun Nov 16: 1-3 PM
- Sun Dec 21, Holiday Campfire Strum: 1-3 PM
Thank You for Staying Connected!
We’re grateful for our vibrant community and hope to see you at our upcoming events. Stay tuned for more programs, gatherings, and creative opportunities at Historic Joy Kogawa House.