Author Talk: Yvonne Heath - Addiction, Grief and Joy
A Son's Struggle and a Mothers' Love
Thursday, May 07
6:00pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Branch
Angus Ross RoomJoin Yvonne Heath for an inspiring conversation about challenges, supporting her son through addiction and recovery and creating joy along the way.
When addiction enters a family, it changes everything. For Yvonne, her family and especially her eldest son, it became a journey marked by heartbreak, hope, and unexpected moments of joy. In Addiction, Grief and Joy: A Son’s Struggle and a Mother’s Love, Yvonne invites readers into the raw reality of loving someone through their darkest days.
With unflinching love, honesty and warmth, she shares the pain of watching her son struggle—and the lessons learned—with love, laughter and humanity. This is not just a story about addiction; it’s about resilience, forgiveness and finding light even when life feels impossibly heavy.
Whether you’re a parent walking this path or someone seeking to understand it, Yvonne’s story offers comfort, connection and deeper understanding of humanity. Through navigating grief and creating joy, she reminds us that sometimes the bravest thing we can do is Just Show Up—No. Matter What.
Yvonne will have her book on hand for those wishing to purchase copy.
Downtown Branch
Our Downtown Branch is centrally located in the Downtown core at the corner of Worsley and Owen Streets. The building and facilities are fully accessible. Enjoy a beverage or a small snack from our Café located inside the lobby, use our complimentary wifi, experiment with technology and maker tools, or soak up the sun on our Rooftop Reading Garden.