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Gem of an Idea: Free monthly events in Notre-Dame-de-Grâce

Join CBC Montreal at Benny Library for an in-person workshop to learn about what journalists look for in a good story.

Free "How to tell your story" workshop on Feb. 8

Rana Liu · CBC Communications ·
ritten title 'A Gem of an Idea' with the Benny Library and CBC Montreal logos to the bottom left. To the right, a hand holding a lightbulb with the CBC gem in it.
From documentary screenings to hands-on workshops, all the events are free with registration on Benny Library’s website. (Kerry Ho/CBC)

CBC Montreal is returning to the Benny Library in ​​Notre-Dame-de-Grâce to host Gem of an Idea — a series of free monthly events dedicated to sparking new ideas and conversations through a mix of information and interactive activities.

Our schedule:

Saturday, Feb. 8 | How to tell your story: An in-person interactive workshop to learn about what journalists look for in a good story and get tips and insight on how to pitch yours. Adults. You can register for free here.

Saturday, Apr. 12 | How to tell your story. Registrations will open in April 2025.

Three men standing in a classroom.
CBC Montreal journalists John Ngala and Kwabena Oduro with CBC producer Craig Desson at the Benny Library (Rana Liu/CBC)

Past events

Wednesday, Dec. 5 | Screening Dream Without a Ceiling: The Art of Manuel Mathieu: An intimate portrait of Haitian-born Montreal rising art star Manuel Mathieu as he launches his career into the international art market.

WATCH | An intimate portrait of Haitian-born Montreal rising start Manuel Mathieu:

Be sure to check out CBC Corner on Benny Library tablets to discover more CBC content.

Share your experience online with us and your friends: #cbcmontreal

Photo of the Benny Library's first floor, with bookshelves and people sitting and walking around the space
Benny Library in NDG has a library, stage, outdoor space and a makers space (Photo from Benny Library)
Title of "A Gem of an Idea" to the left. In the middle, a hand holding a lightbulb with the CBC gem. Logos of the Benny Library and CBC Montreal to the right.
(Kerry Ho/CBC)

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Rana Liu

Communications Officer

Rana Liu is a Communications Officer at CBC Quebec working in community engagement and outreach. She has previously worked in community development and education. She is looking for new ways to connect with underserved communities on the stories and issues that matter to them.

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