When movies are based on true events how do you know if what is being portrayed is actually what happened or how much is poetic license? If you don’t feel like doing a deep dive online, then the next best thing is an expert in the field. Most of the movies in the 2026 Hollywood Got It Wrong Series are based on true events, and we have lined up experts who can help us decide how much of what is in the film is what took place. If you are interested in an airplane landing on the Hudson River, then come along and hear retired commercial airline pilot Doug Robertson discuss Sully on March 14. Ever wondered about the Salem witch trials? History professor David Clemis will take on The Crucible on March 21. If you remember the unlikely appearance of a mediocre ski jumper at the ’88 Calgary Olympics, you may be interested in what sport psychology expert Carrie Scherzer has to say about discuss Eddie the Eagle on March 28. The series continues in April with writer and Publisher Margaret Curelas coming on April 11 to share her insights on Miss Potter, a movie about the famous author Beatrix Potter. The series ends up with a couple of fully fictional movies, Black Panther on April 18 and Elemental on April 25. (More about those two in the next issue). All talks begin at 3:00 pm; check the brochure or website for movie start times. Online sign up recommended, links at sheepriverlibrary.ca/News.
We invite you to join us for an evening with Arctic explorer John Dunn. John is a photographer and wilderness traveller with a passion for the Arctic and sharing his images with a wide range of audiences. He has planned and completed over 30 Arctic expeditions totalling some 1200 days in the field, including 13,500 km of sled-hauling. Come and immerse yourself in some stunning images and inspiring stories.
Due to popular demand, we are hosting another Self Defence class on Sunday, April 26 and May 3 at 2 pm. Please reserve your spot by phone or by person. Cost is $30. If these dates don’t work, sign up to be notified for the next course offering.
Coming up in April and May is our Celebration of Black Voices and Emergency Preparedness and Personal Safety Series. More details will be in the next issue, but all information is available at sheepriveribrary.ca/news
Our conversational French group is now meeting twice a month on the first and third Thursdays at 3 pm. If you wish to keep your French Language skills sharp, then come long and join on the conversation at the fireplace.
Another group that enjoys meeting at the fireplace is our monthly poetry group led by Doris Daley. Participants read poetry written by others which they have found inspiring. Group members also have the opportunity to share their own work based on a monthly prompt sent out by Doris. Most of this original work is available to the public in binders under the News board outside the Manager’s office. Poems range from the hilarious to thought-provoking. Everyone is welcome.
As winter hopefully comes to an end, we hope to see you at the library! We have a fireplace to read by.
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