Events - Vancouver Island Regional Library

Holiday Card Crafting

November 28
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An event every day that begins at 12:00 am, repeating until December 20, 2019
Branch: Port Alberni
Venue: Holiday Card Crafting
Audience: Adults, Everyone, Families, Kids, Kids & Teens, Teens

Drop into the library during November and December to create your own Holiday Card! All crafting supplies will be provided, …

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Teen VR Drop-in

November 12, 2018 @ 2:00 pm - June 30, 2020 @ 4:30 pm
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An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Monday, repeating indefinitely
Branch: Nanaimo Harbourfront
Audience: Teens

Want to play games on Oculus Rift? Drop by the library and hang out! Playtime is first-come, first-serve. Must be …

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Preschool Storytime

November 28 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Thursday, repeating indefinitely
Branch: Nanaimo Harbourfront
Venue: Preschool Storytime
Audience: Families, Kids

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories at this fun family event! For children aged 2-5 years. Children of all …

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Preschool Storytime

November 28 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Thursday, repeating until December 12, 2019
Branch: Qualicum Beach
Audience: Everyone, Families, Kids

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories for children aged 2-5 years old. Siblings, grandparents and other guests welcome. No registration …

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Family Storytime

November 28 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Tuesday, repeating until October 17, 2019
An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Thursday, repeating until December 19, 2019
An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Thursday, repeating until March 26, 2020
Branch: Campbell River
Venue: Family Storytime
Audience: Families, Kids

Thursdays. Drop-in for young children and their caregivers. Songs, stories, rhymes, scarves, and other fun! .

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Family Storytime

November 28 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Thursday, repeating indefinitely
Branch: Courtenay
Venue: Family Storytime
Audience: Families, Kids

Drop-in for children of all ages accompanied by a caregiver. Songs, stories, rhymes and other fun!

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Babytime

November 28 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Thursday, repeating until December 14, 2019
Branch: Nanaimo North
Venue: Babytime
Audience: Families, Kids

Join us for a rhyming good time as we introduce you and your baby to music, rhymes, bounces, fingerplays and …

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Mother and little daughter reading book together in library

Good Morning Storytime at Sidney All Care

November 28 @ 10:30 am - 11:15 am
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An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Thursday, repeating until December 5, 2019
Branch: Sidney / North Saanich
Venue: Good Morning Storytime at Sidney All Care
Audience: Families, Kids, Seniors

Bring your littlest ones to this library program for stories, songs, rhymes and movement. Ages 0-5. Drop in. Location: Sidney …

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Babytime

November 28 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
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An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Thursday, repeating until November 28, 2019
Branch: Parksville
Audience: Families, Kids

Join us for songs, rhymes, and lap games. Suitable for children under 2 years.child

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Tablet Tutorial (not for iPads)

November 28 @ 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
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part 2 of a 2-part workshop
Branch: Cowichan
Audience: Adults, Seniors

This 2-part workshop leads beginners through the basics of using their (non-Apple) tablet or smart phone. NOV 28: 11:00-12:30 pm …

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Family Playroom

November 28 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 11:00 am on Thursday, repeating until December 24, 2019
An event every week that begins at 11:00 am on Thursday, repeating until March 26, 2020
Branch: Campbell River
Venue: Family Playroom
Audience: Families, Kids

Come and play with our toys! We have LEGO, Mega Bloks, puppets, puzzles, and more! It’s a great place for …

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Preschool Storytime

November 28 @ 11:15 am - 11:45 am
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An event every week that begins at 11:15 am on Thursday, repeating until December 19, 2019
Branch: Nanaimo Wellington
Venue: Preschool Storytime
Audience: Families, Kids

Join us for songs, rhymes, and stories for children aged 2-5 years old. Siblings, grandparents and other guests welcome. No …

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Community Connection : Settlement and Integration for Newcomers (VIRCS)

November 28 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm
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An event every month that begins at 12:30 pm on day Second of the month, repeating until December 15, 2019
An event every month that begins at 12:30 pm on day Fourth of the month, repeating until December 15, 2019
Branch: Sooke
Audience: Adults, ESL, New Canadians, Seniors

BC Settlement and Integration Services (BC SIS) will be joining us at the Sooke Branch. Bring your questions about settlement, …

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French Conversation Circle

November 28 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Thursday, repeating until December 19, 2019
Branch: Gabriola Island
Venue: French Conversation Circle
Audience: Adults, Seniors

Do you want to practice your French in an informal, friendly environment? This is a free, drop-in event designed for …

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LEGO® Club

November 28 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Thursday, repeating until June 25, 2020
Branch: Quadra Island
Venue: LEGO® Club
Audience: Families, Kids

Drop in to build with the library’s LEGO collection! Ask staff to take a photo of your structure to get …

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Drop-In & Connect

November 28 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Monday and Thursday, repeating until December 24, 2019
Branch: Courtenay
Audience: Adults

Come join outreach workers for coffee, snacks, conversation, activities and referrals. All ages welcome! For more information contact courtenay@virl.bc.ca or …

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eHelp

November 28 @ 1:30 pm - 4:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 1:30 pm on Thursday, repeating until June 25, 2020
Branch: Quadra Island
Venue: eHelp
Audience: Adults, Seniors

Tech help for those in need! Book an appointment for one-on-one help with your technology-related questions.

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Bowser Knitwits

November 28 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Thursday, repeating until December 19, 2019
Branch: Bowser
Audience: Adults, Seniors

Meet up at Bowser library every Thursday for a fun hour of knitting. Drop in.

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Fibre Arts Circle

November 28 @ 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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An event every month that begins at 2:00 pm on day Last of the month, repeating until November 28, 2019
Branch: Gabriola Island
Audience: Adults, Everyone, Seniors

Join other fibre artists and enthusiasts for tea and an afternoon of knitting, crocheting, stitching, felting and more. Beginners and …

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Tech Help at the Library

November 28 @ 2:00 pm - 4:30 pm
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One event on December 5, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 11, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 19, 2019 at 2:00 pm
One event on December 23, 2019 at 2:00 pm
An event every week that begins at 2:00 pm on Thursday, repeating until June 18, 2020
Branch: Campbell River
Venue: Tech Help at the Library
Audience: Adults, Seniors

Having difficulty navigating the library tech services? Need some help with your phone or tablet? Come in to the library …

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Origami Club

November 28 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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An event every week that begins at 3:30 pm on Thursday, repeating until December 19, 2019
Branch: Qualicum Beach
Audience: Adults, Families

Connect, learn and create. Beginners are welcome. Led by Shino Yosheda. Origami paper is supplied, but donations are welcome.

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STEAM and LEGO® Club

November 28 @ 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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An event every week that begins at 3:30 pm on Thursday, repeating until November 28, 2019
Branch: Parksville
Venue: STEAM and LEGO® Club
Audience: Kids, STEAM

Join us at the Parksville Library for STEAM and Lego® activities and socializing. Suitable for children 6 - 12 years …

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Magic: the Gathering® Club

November 28 @ 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 4:00 pm on Thursday, repeating until December 17, 2020
Branch: Quadra Island
Venue: Magic: the Gathering® Club
Audience: Adults, Everyone, Kids & Teens, Teens

Come play Magic: the Gathering® at the Library! If you've never played and would like to learn, we have plenty …

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Ukulele Jam

November 28 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 5:00 pm on Thursday, repeating indefinitely
Branch: Queen Charlotte
Venue: Ukulele Jam
Audience: Adults, Seniors, Teens
Cost: Free

Everyone is welcome to join our ukulele group for an evening of music and fun. No experience required. Extra ukuleles …

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Teen Games Night

November 28 @ 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Branch: South Cowichan
Venue: Teen Games Night
Audience: Teens

Get together once a month for gaming! We have several games but please bring your own as well.

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Self-Directed Craft Night

November 28 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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An event every week that begins at 6:00 pm on Thursday, repeating until December 19, 2019
Branch: Port Renfrew
Venue: Self-Directed Craft Night
Audience: Adults, Everyone, Seniors

Join us Thursday evenings at the Port Renfrew branch of Vancouver Island Regional Library for a self-directed, drop-in craft night! …

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Video Game Drop-In

November 28 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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An event every month that begins at 6:00 pm on day Last of the month, repeating indefinitely
Branch: Nanaimo Harbourfront
Audience: Families, Kids, STEAM

Calling all gamers! The last Thursday of every month is video game drop-in night at Nanaimo Harbourfront library. Players choose …

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Teens Get Creative – Origami

November 28 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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One event on October 17, 2019 at 6:00 pm
One event on November 12, 2019 at 6:00 pm
One event on November 28, 2019 at 6:00 pm
One event on December 12, 2019 at 6:00 pm
Branch: Sointula
Venue: Teens Get Creative - Origami
Audience: STEAM, Teens

Upcoming events include: Upcycling + Prepare Elf On a Shelf Photo Ops

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Writer’s Support Group

November 28 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Branch: Sidney / North Saanich
Venue: Writer's Support Group
Audience: Adults, Everyone, Seniors

Develop your writing in a supportive environment in this member-led group. Share your writing with other writers for feedback and …

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Writers Support Group

November 28 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Branch: Sidney / North Saanich
Venue: Writers Support Group
Audience:

Develop your writing in a supportive environment in this member-led group. Share your writing with other writers for feedback and …

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Holiday Card Crafting

Teen VR Drop-in

Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Family Storytime

Family Storytime

Babytime

Good Morning Storytime at Sidney All Care

Babytime

Tablet Tutorial (not for iPads)

Family Playroom

Preschool Storytime

Community Connection : Settlement and Integration for Newcomers (VIRCS)

French Conversation Circle

LEGO® Club

Drop-In & Connect

eHelp

Bowser Knitwits

Fibre Arts Circle

Tech Help at the Library

Origami Club

STEAM and LEGO® Club

Magic: the Gathering® Club

Ukulele Jam

Teen Games Night

Self-Directed Craft Night

Video Game Drop-In

Teens Get Creative – Origami

Writer’s Support Group

Writers Support Group