Big Book Club — Aritha van Herk presents “The Island of Missing Trees”
January 21 at 10:00 am MST
We’ll start off 2026 with another favourite LitKal presenter, acclaimed writer, critic, and storyteller Aritha van Herk !
Join us on Wednesday, January 21 for a tour through Elif Shafak’s bold new novel The Island of Missing Trees. This ambitious, multilayered story explores love, memory, and belonging across generations, set against the divided island of Cyprus where history and nature intertwine.
Come ready to read deeper, think bigger, and engage in lively conversation with fellow book lovers. Big Book Club talks are usually 45-60 minutes with time afterwards for audience questions and discussion.
Coffee, tea and water will be provided.
Time: Jan 21 · 10:00 AM MST
Location:
Marda Loop Communities Association
3130 16 Street Southwest
Calgary, AB T2T 4G7
Ticket: $11.98
(Tickets also available at the door with cash or card)