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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260318
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UID:196100-1773705600-1773791999@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Nellie Nekton Mysteries
DESCRIPTION:Calling all ocean detectives! Three ocean mysteries (in the style of Encyclopedia Brown) will be posted in the windows in the Kid’s Area of the library from March 14 – March 30: \n\nThe Case of the Seasick Ocean\nThe Case of the Missing Ice Cream\nThe Case of the Muddy Ring.\n\nPick up your field notes pamphlet\, read the mysteries and look for clues. Can you solve all three? \nThis activity is best for ages 8 and up or younger ones with help.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/nellie-nekton-mysteries/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260317
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260318
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T162842Z
UID:196824-1773705600-1773791999@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Break @ the Library!
DESCRIPTION:All day every day during Spring Break we will have drop-in crafts and a scavenger hunt.  Make sure to visit at least once each week as there will be a different craft & hunt for the week.  We are open Tuesday to Saturday.  Crafts & scavenger hunt are for all ages but pre-schoolers will require caregivers’ help.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/spring-break-the-library/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T120000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20220422T233526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220422T233526Z
UID:181512-1773741600-1773748800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Knitting Group
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to K2TOG with knitters of all ages and abilities for our drop in knitting circle.  Bring your own projects\, supplies\, questions\, and expertise!  \nThe group meets every Tuesday from 10am-12pm all year round.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/knitting-group/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:Nanaimo North Large Meeting Room\, 6250 Hammond Bay Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R 5N3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T133000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20251230T202410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T202410Z
UID:191524-1773741600-1773754200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Book a Librarian
DESCRIPTION:Book a 30-minute one-on-one appointment with our Adult Services Librarian to explore almost any topic you’re curious about. \nWe can dive into library-related questions\, work on technology skills\, explore 3D printing and AI tools\, or even learn to solve the Rubik’s Cube! \nUse the booking link to reserve your 30-minute appointment: \nBook time with Zane Weller: Book a Librarian
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/book-a-librarian/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20260205T230020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T230419Z
UID:194696-1773741600-1773766800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Break Escape Room
DESCRIPTION:Grab up to eight friends/family members and come attempt our Spring Break Escape Room. You have 45 minutes to try and open all the locks! Geared towards elementary school children and their families.  March 14 & March 17-21.\n\n\nAdvanced registration required.   Book a 45 minute time slot for your group.  Registration begins February 28th.  Call the Nanaimo North Library: 250-933-2665.\n\nPlease note that at least one adult must be in each group.  Thanks!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/spring-break-escape-room/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20251210T210045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T210045Z
UID:190507-1773743400-1773745200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an half hour of live-action storytime fun. We’ll shake our shakers\, wave our scarves\, sing songs\, and\, of course read an excellent book or two. This is a free drop-in program for families.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-3-2026-03-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T110000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20251210T232055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T160138Z
UID:190552-1773743400-1773745200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join our Staff for 30 minutes of live-action storytime fun! We’ll shake our shakers\, wave our scarves\, sing songs\, and of course read an excellent book or two. This is a free drop-in program for families.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-3/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T113000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:186502-1773745200-1773747000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Storytime at Port Hardy Library
DESCRIPTION:New time!! Join us for storytime every day – Tuesday through Saturday – at 11:00.\nNo need to register in advance\, just stop by. It’s free and everyone is welcome!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-at-the-port-hardy-library-2/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T130000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20230509T001006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T001006Z
UID:174403-1773748800-1773752400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation Made Easy
DESCRIPTION:Weekly drop in meditation for beginners. An introduction to different practices of mindfulness\, meditation\, and relaxation. Open to everyone. Session runs from 12:00-12:50pm in the large meeting room at Nanaimo Harbourfront Library. 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/meditation-made-easy/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20250228T192434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T230351Z
UID:181872-1773750600-1773777600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Cowichan Tech Help
DESCRIPTION:FREE! Need help with your device? Questions about library e-resources? We’re here to help! \nSchedule\n\nSundays 12:30-4:00 (Drop-in Only)\nMondays 10:00-6:00 (Drop-in Only)\nTuesdays 12:30-8:00 (By Appointment)\nWednesdays 12:30-8:00 (Drop-in Only)\nThursdays 10:00-6:00 (By Appointment)\n\nCall 250-746-7661 to schedule an appointment. All appointments are 20 minutes. Please bring your device and any relevant passwords with you.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/cowichan-tech-help-3-2025-07-22-2026-03-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T160000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20260313T232328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T232328Z
UID:197064-1773752400-1773763200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:St. Patrick's Day Craft Table
DESCRIPTION:Kids\, make fun St. Patrick’s Day themed crafts in our children’s area. Drop-in for all ages with caregiver.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/st-patricks-day-craft-table/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T150000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20251231T010435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T193441Z
UID:191560-1773754200-1773759600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Palestine and Gaza (Sooke Region Lifelong Learning)
DESCRIPTION:Palestine and Gaza — Sooke Region Lifelong Learning \n3 sessions: Tuesday\, March 17 and 24\, Thursday\, March 26 \nVisit the link above to register with SRLL.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/palestine-and-gaza-sooke-region-lifelong-learning/
LOCATION:Sooke Multipurpose Room\, 6671 Wadams Way\, Sooke\, British Columbia\, V9Z 1A4
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20190612T215630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T194653Z
UID:174402-1773756000-1773766800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:LEGO® Club
DESCRIPTION:We provide the LEGO (and Duplo) and you provide the imagination every Tuesday afternoon. Come ready to build! \nThis is a free\, drop-in event.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-14/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T153000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20220620T235541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T001916Z
UID:174399-1773756000-1773761400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Tech Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Get help with your smartphone\, tablet\, or laptop. Learn how to download apps\, use email\, and get answers to other beginner tech questions! We can help you learn how to get started with a particular library electronic resource\, how to get ebooks and digital audiobooks through the library\, how to stream movies\, or use electronic databases. \nCall 250-642-3022 or email sooke@virl.bc.ca to book a free one-on-one 30 minute appointment. \nPlease bring everything you need for your appointment. This may include: \n\nYour device\nAccount names and passwords\nYour library card + library account PIN\nYour email address + email account password\nAny secondary devices required for login (2-step verification)
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-tuesday-2/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:Sooke Meeting Room\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20260204T235135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T235536Z
UID:194590-1773756000-1773766800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Tech Help
DESCRIPTION:Need help with your phone\, tablet\, laptop\, or another tech question? Sign up for a 30-minute\, one-on-one session with library staff and get personalized tech support. \nTech Help runs every Tuesday afternoon from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Reserve your spot at the desk or give us a call!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-3/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T164500
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20250918T193438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T193438Z
UID:195730-1773759600-1773765900@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Craft Studio for Teens
DESCRIPTION:Hang out and be creative. Work on your own crafts\, use our supplies\, or just do some doodling. Snacks provided. \nFor teens/tweens Ages 11+
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/craft-studio-for-teens-2026-03-10/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20251021T214724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T214724Z
UID:187392-1773759600-1773766800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Lego Club
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to the meeting room and use our mountains of Lego to let your imagination fly!  Challenge cards will inspire your creations.  Open to all ages.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-2/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Teens & Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T180000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20251210T190458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T205734Z
UID:190077-1773759600-1773770400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Tech Help
DESCRIPTION:Tech Help is here to assist with your laptop\, tablet\, cellphone or ereader! \nWe can help with streaming movies\, downloading apps or music\, and using online databases. \nDrop-ins are welcome but to be sure of an appointment call the Quadra Island Library at 250-285-2216 to book.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-10/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20240823T222021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T222021Z
UID:176481-1773761400-1773766800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Sooke LEGO® Club
DESCRIPTION:Drop in for some weekly LEGO® building fun at LEGO® Club! We provide the LEGO® (and Duplo) and you provide the imagination every Tuesday afternoon. Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. Best suited for ages 6-12. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. \nThis is a free\, drop-in event. Come ready to build!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sooke-lego-club/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20260314T233554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T182312Z
UID:197101-1773761400-1773766800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Teen Board Game Drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Calling all teenage board game-lovers! Are you between the ages of 13 – 18? Are you looking for a place to chill with your friends after school? \nJoin us every Tuesday for the new Teen Board Game Drop-in in our multi-purpose room. \nBring a group of pals or meet some new ones! Try one of our games or feel free to bring your own! \nQuestions? Email rgaudet@virl.bc.ca for more information.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/teen-board-game-drop-in/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T173000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20230913T233133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T233133Z
UID:188189-1773765000-1773768600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Conversational Scottish Gaelic
DESCRIPTION:Fàilte! Learn and practice Scottish Gaelic with others.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/conversational-scottish-gaelic/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T183000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20260111T202439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T202709Z
UID:192221-1773765000-1773772200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Activity Club
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a fun way to spend your free time? Join our Library Youth Club and dive into a world of creativity\, games\, and movies! Open to all youth ages 12-18 \n\n🎨 Art Fun: Enjoy drawing\, painting\, and crafting. We have all the supplies you need! \n\n\n🎲 Board Games: Play cool board games with your friends. We have many games to choose from! \n\n\n🎬 Movies: Watch movies with us. We have the latest films and classic favorites! \n\n\n🕹️ And More: We also have special events and activities. You will always find something new and exciting! \n\nREGISTER: CVIMS – Youth Connections \nDay: Every Tuesday\, from January 6 – March 24\, 2026 (Excluding Holidays) \nTo register\, please email Eutah at emizushima@cvims.org
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/youth-activity-club/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T200000
DTSTAMP:20260429T153909
CREATED:20230114T201428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230114T201428Z
UID:174396-1773770400-1773777600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Board Game Night
DESCRIPTION:Come out to play a board game at the Library! Bring some friends\, or make new ones. \nNo registration needed for this free and fun event. \nBring your game face!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/board-game-night/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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