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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260320
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UID:196453-1773878400-1773964799@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Puzzle Time
DESCRIPTION:Feeling puzzled? Join us at the library for Puzzle Time. Work on our puzzle\, or take one home with you. Enjoy our FREE perks\, use the public computers\, or relax in a comfy chair with a book or magazine. There’s so much to enjoy at the library\, and it’s all FREE! \nQuestions? Call us at 250.281.2263 or visit the library.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/woss-library-puzzle-table/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260320
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UID:192099-1773878400-1773964799@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Tea Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a cup of tea on us all day at the library while you browse and gather  🙂
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tea-thursday/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260320
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T180109Z
UID:196102-1773878400-1773964799@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/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260319
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260320
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20260310T195442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T195442Z
UID:196919-1773878400-1773964799@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/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20220529T223340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220529T223340Z
UID:174581-1773914400-1773921600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Chemainus Textile Circle
DESCRIPTION:Drop by and sit in with the Chemainus Textile Circle   \nMeets Thursdays from 10:00 to Noon in the library’s Multi-Purpose Room. \nKnitters\, Crocheters\, Spinners \, Embroiderers welcome!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chemainus-knitting-circle/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20251230T202410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251230T202410Z
UID:191525-1773914400-1773927000@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/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20260205T230020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T230419Z
UID:194698-1773914400-1773939600@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/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20251003T194023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T191837Z
UID:188735-1773916200-1773918000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Babytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this fun event for you and your baby! Learn songs\, rhymes\, and bounces that your baby will love and that will encourage their language development. Stay and play afterwards to connect with other families. For babies a year and under and their caregivers.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/babytime-3/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20251210T193445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T193445Z
UID:190125-1773916200-1773918000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Babytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for stories\, songs\, and rhymes. No registration required. For children ages 0-2 and their caregivers \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/babytime-4/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:186504-1773918000-1773919800@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-2/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20260304T231330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T231330Z
UID:197023-1773918000-1773936000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Craft Stick Bridge Building Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Wellington Library for some Spring Break fun! Your mission: build the strongest bridge you can with only 100 craft sticks and white glue! Drop in on March 18th or 19th between 11:00 AM and 4:00 PM and put your engineering skills to the test. Ages 6 to 14 welcome. Caregiver participation is required for children aged 11 and under. All materials provided. \n  \nBring your completed bridge to the space outside of Nanaimo Science in Country Club Centre on April 12th between 12:00 and 2:00PM for our Bridge Demolition competition! With the help of Nanaimo Science and the BC Society of Engineering and Geoscience\, we will test the maximum load that each bridge can handle until failure. Please note that all bridges will be destroyed during the competition. 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/bridge-building/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20221103T021537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T021537Z
UID:174582-1773925200-1773932400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:The Knit Wits (Bowser textile group)
DESCRIPTION:Visit Bowser Library and be a Knit Wit! 🙂 \nJoin us at 1:00 each Thursday to sit\, chat\, and get a little work done on your textile projects.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/the-knit-wits-bowser-textile-group/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20260218T013239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T235143Z
UID:195591-1773927000-1773932400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Android Phone Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Sign up to learn more about your Android phone (and join us for a snack) from Literacy Now Cowichan and the library! \n\nBack to Basics: Settings and Functions\nTexting and Emailing\nManaging Your Inbox and Contacts\nSaving and Sharing Photos\n\nSpace is limited so please stop by\, call\, or email to reserve your spot on any or all of these four sessions.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/android-phone-workshops/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20251016T235956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T183028Z
UID:188804-1773930600-1773937800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:LEGO® Club
DESCRIPTION:Kids\, join us for creative building fun! We provide the LEGO®. \nThis is a free drop-in event. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20260313T215221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T215221Z
UID:197024-1773930600-1773946800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Mystery of the Vanishing Books
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a library (mis)adventure and save the library. Bring a team or tackle it alone\, but please help us! \nThere’s something wrong at the Sointula library. Books are vanishing off the shelves\, and the culprit is mocking us! Can you solve the puzzles and save the library before the books are lost forever?
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/mystery-of-the-vanishing-books/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Families,Teens & Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20260121T003449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T224158Z
UID:199469-1773932400-1773939600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Needlecraft Circle
DESCRIPTION:Do you love embroidery\, knitting or crocheting? How about beading or other needlecraft? Join our needlecraft circle every Thursday at 3 pm for help\, inspiration and friendship!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/needlecraft-circle/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20260312T235347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T235347Z
UID:197016-1773934200-1773939600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Create With Lego
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Port McNeill branch and create something cool! It’s a great way to occupy the kids during spring break.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/create-with-lego/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20250924T234241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250924T234241Z
UID:185742-1773936000-1773946800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Table Top Games
DESCRIPTION:It’s your turn! Drop-in for tabletop game play; bring your own game and meet fellow board and card game enthusiasts. Thursday evenings from 4-7pm.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/table-top-games/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:Masset Library\, 1700 Hodges Avenue\, Masset\, British Columbia\, V0T 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens,Teens & Tweens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Etchi%20Zaleski":MAILTO:jzaleski@virl.bc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20251210T192506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T205500Z
UID:190114-1773936000-1773946800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Tabletop Game Night
DESCRIPTION:It’s your turn\, so drop in and play! The library has reserved space each week for drop-in tabletop game play: come as a group\, come by yourself\, BYOG (Bring Your Own Game)\, meet fellow board and card game enthusiasts. \nAll ages are welcome.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20260129T202744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T202744Z
UID:194270-1773936000-1773939600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Learn Lorcana
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn to play Lorcana? Librarian Kaitlin will be available to teach it! Sign up for this 6 week series! Learn the card types\, abilities\, rules and strategy behind this popular tabletop trading card game and then try your hand at a few games with what you’ve learned! We’ll even teach you how to build your own deck and prepare you to compete in our Lorcana Tournament! \n\nStarter decks are provided \n\nSign up by emailing kparker@virl.bc.ca \n\nAges 7+ (participants must be able to read directions on cards independently)
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/learn-lorcana/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20260205T000706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T000706Z
UID:194638-1773939600-1773945000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Artist Trading Card Drop-in
DESCRIPTION:Join the Artist Trading Card movement! Create\, swap\, and collect art with other artists.  Materials are provided\, and all are welcome. \nATC Drop-ins are held every week on Thursdays from 5-6:30 pm. \n\nArtist trading cards (ATCs) are self-made unique works or small series\, signed and dated on the reverse by the artist/producer\, exchanged and collected by the people who participate in the collaboration.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/artist-trading-card-drop-in/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20260305T000008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T181155Z
UID:196227-1773939600-1773939600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Break Stuffie Sleepover
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun for your stuffies to do this Spring Break? Register them for the Stuffie Sleepover at the library! \nDrop off your stuffed animal bestie by 5PM on Thursday\, March 19 and let them enjoy a sleepover adventure at the library. Pick them up Saturday morning and get a photo book of their adventures! \nRegistration required\, limited spaces available. Call branch at 250-642-3022 to register.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/spring-break-stuffie-sleepover/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T183000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20220913T205436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T205436Z
UID:188080-1773941400-1773945000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Intermediate Conversational Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice speaking Spanish in a casual setting! \nOn Thursdays\, 5:30-6:30pm\, we sit and chat en español en la biblioteca. Intermediate level.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/conversational-spanish/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20260112T181251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T000917Z
UID:192555-1773941400-1773946800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Book Club
DESCRIPTION:This is a free\, open community-room booking. Please contact the organiser to register for the program. \nJoin Amanda for a discussion group to ponder life’s big questions. The purpose of this group is to explore mindfulness and spirituality beyond any one religious doctrine. Each month we will select a different book and discuss its ideas and concepts. \nPlease reach out to Amanda for the book of the month. All books read are available from the library. If a book is checked out\, please contact Amanda to discuss alternatives: \nContact & Registration: amanda.csln@gmail.com
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/mindfulness-book-club/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20260225T235702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T235702Z
UID:195991-1773941400-1773946800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Worldbuilding for Writers with Ian Bott
DESCRIPTION:Worldbuilding brings to mind the imagined worlds of science fiction and fantasy\, but it’s actually an essential foundation for every genre of storytelling. We will explore the relevance of worldbuilding across genres\, including those firmly set in the real world\, and share a range of tips and techniques for using worldbuilding to bring your stories to life in the reader’s mind. \nIan Bott is a retired public servant\, and a science fiction author where his dark side emerges to wreak murder and mayhem on unsuspecting imaginary worlds. He’s published five novels and is currently working on a sixth. In addition\, he’s published nonfiction e-books on various aspects of the writing craft. He uses his lifelong love of both science and art to bring new worlds to life for readers to escape to. Back in the real world\, he escaped from Britain in 2004 but still misses proper pubs\, pork pies\, and real bacon. He now lives in beautiful British Columbia with his wife\, two children\, and assorted pets.  Ian is a member of the  Sidney/North Saanich Library Writers Group. \nCheck out Ian’s website Ian. S. Bott\, Writer and artist
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/worldbuilding-for-writers-with-ian-bott/
LOCATION:Sidney / North Saanich Library\, 10091 Resthaven Dr.\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 3G3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T174500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260319T184500
DTSTAMP:20260430T163437
CREATED:20260211T232338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T232926Z
UID:195327-1773942300-1773945900@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Science Fiction and Fantasy Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for discussions of classic SFF every third Thursday of the month\, starting March 19th\, from 5:45-6:45pm. Tea/coffee and snacks provided!  \nMarch’s book will be The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. Request a library copy here\, bring your own copy\, or pick one up at a used bookstore. Having trouble getting a hold of The Hobbit? Send an email to NanaimoHarbourfront@virl.bc.ca and we’ll get you sorted.  \nWhat are we reading next? Have a look below! \nReading Schedule \nApril: Foundation by Isaac Asimov \nMay: The Lion\, The Witch\, and The Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis \nJune: 1984 by George Orwell \nJuly: The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien \nAugust: Neuromancer by William Gibson \nSeptember: The Gatewatch by Joshua Gillingham
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/science-fiction-and-fantasy-book-club/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Port Alice Board Game Night
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday evening is Board Game Night at Port Alice Library. We have cards\, Clue\, Mahjong and more! Play one of ours or bring your own favorites. \nBring a friend or make some new ones. We have nice big tables and lots of great seating\, so put on your game face and come out and play! \nNo registration needed and all are welcome.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/board-game-night-3/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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