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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260405
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UID:196463-1775260800-1775347199@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/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260405
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T153429Z
UID:197899-1775260800-1775347199@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Port Hardy Library Adventure Card
DESCRIPTION:Ahoy matey! Shiver me timbers! Treasures await you at the library! \nKids can pick up a Library Adventure Card\, then get a stamp for each adventure they have at the library. A full card of 10 adventures unlocks the Treasure Chest! Plus the full card goes into a draw for a later treasure. \nLibrary adventures include getting a library card\, borrowing a book\, telling library staff about a book they enjoyed\, do a craft… and more! \nAaaargh! The Adventure Card is available during all open hours.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/port-hardy-library-adventure-card/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260404
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260405
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20260328T224947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T224947Z
UID:200356-1775260800-1775347199@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do?\nCheck out our scavenger hunt! Search the library for the hidden images and solve the riddle to be entered into a prize draw! Check back often for a new theme!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/spring-scavenger-hunt/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T170000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20221031T234056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T234056Z
UID:175849-1775296800-1775322000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Board Game Saturday @ Parksville Library
DESCRIPTION:First Saturday each month is Board Game Saturday!\nDrop in. Play.   \nThe Library reserves space once each month for drop-in game play: \n\nCome as a group\nCome by yourself\nBring Your Own Games (BYOG)\nMeet fellow board and card game enthusiasts\nEnjoy\n\n  \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/board-game-saturday-parksville-library/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20241005T183222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241005T183222Z
UID:193997-1775296800-1775300400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Fun Time
DESCRIPTION:Sooke is hosting a drop-in Family Fun Time on Saturday mornings! We’ll have board games\, puzzles\, STEAM toys and more set up for a range of ages (mostly 0-5). A chance for self-directed play for young ones and social time for caregivers. Stop by and check it out! \nThere’s no need to register for this fun and free event. \nHope to see you here!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-fun-time/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20251129T232114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T184345Z
UID:189542-1775296800-1775302200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Port Hardy Writers Group
DESCRIPTION:Join other writers to share feedback\, find inspiration\, and support each other. First Saturday of each month.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/port-hardy-writers-group/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20260310T223127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T223127Z
UID:196845-1775296800-1775304000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Checkmate! It’s an all ages Chess club at the Library every Saturday from 10am until 12pm. Come to learn or come to help teach the next generation of chess players in a casual and friendly environment. \nChess set are provided but feel free to bring your own.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chess-club-3/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20220823T225940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T225940Z
UID:175850-1775298600-1775304000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Play Day
DESCRIPTION:The Courtenay Library is hosting a drop-in play day on Saturday mornings! \nThe program room will be set up with toys & activities for a range of ages (mostly 0-5). A chance for self-directed play for young ones and social time for caregivers. Stop by and check it out!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-play-day/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20260328T222655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T222655Z
UID:198468-1775298600-1775302200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Ha’wa’lum’tul Bookshare
DESCRIPTION:Ha’wa’lum’tul is a Hul’q’umi’num’ word for “playing with each other”. We will feature activities\, crafts and a time to share with each other about the books we are reading. Parent attendance optional for those over 8 years old. No registration required. For ages 6-12.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/hawalumtul-bookshare-3/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20221028T212940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T212940Z
UID:175852-1775300400-1775302200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family StoryTime
DESCRIPTION:Stories\, rhymes\, action songs\, and more!  Best for 1-4 year olds.  Listening & participating in engaging stories\, songs\, and rhymes help toddlers & preschoolers to develop crucial early language and literacy skills.  Having fun and socializing are also part of every storytime!  See you soon  🙂
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-3/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20240823T232258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T232258Z
UID:193983-1775300400-1775302200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Sooke All-Ages Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us at an all-ages family Storytime for songs\, rhymes\, stories\, and more as we shake our sillies out and wiggle our waggles away. Connect with other families and strengthen early literacy skills! Fun for the whole family\, best suited for children 3-12. \nIf you have any questions\, please email us at Sooke@virl.bc.ca.  \nThis is a free\, drop-in program that does not require registration.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sooke-all-ages-family-storytime/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20240828T203640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T203640Z
UID:194237-1775300400-1775302200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Drop by the library and join Librarian Kaitlin every Saturday morning for stories\, songs and rhymes all around a fun a theme! Fun for the whole Family! \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program.  All ages are welcome!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-10/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:186516-1775300400-1775302200@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-2/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20260122T200030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T223327Z
UID:193549-1775300400-1775300400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Fun Day in Port Hardy
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Port Hardy library on Saturdays at 11 am for free family fun! Do a craft\, read a book\, or play games. Fun for the whole family!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-fun-day-in-port-hardy/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Everyone,Families,Teens,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T120000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20260315T002239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T183239Z
UID:197169-1775300400-1775304000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Open Playroom
DESCRIPTION:After Storytime\, stick around and play! \nEnjoy our array of toys\, meet and play with other families! \nThis is a drop-in\, free-range\, self-directed playtime for younger children and their caregivers.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/open-playroom/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T123000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20240917T223145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T195358Z
UID:181794-1775302200-1775305800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Sooke Crafts for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturdays from 11:30am-12:30pm in our multipurpose room for crafts! This is a free\, drop-in event that does not require registration. Suitable for ages 3-12 years. All ages welcome.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sooke-crafts-for-kids-2025-09-06/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20231007T224828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T231516Z
UID:182768-1775307600-1775314800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Discuss death in a relaxed and confidential space with experienced facilitators.  Cake & coffee provided by GroundUp Cafe thanks to our Friends of the Library.  Registration is required.  Call 247-7878
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/death-cafe/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T140000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20260326T234403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T234509Z
UID:198335-1775307600-1775311200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pas-à-pas; not intent on arriving | SD Holman with Rachel Kiyo Iwaasa
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Courtenay Library for an intimate afternoon of words and reflection as we host the opening remarks for the Comox Valley Art Gallery’s newest convergent program\, Pas-à-pas; not intent on arriving. \nHow do we move through the landscape of loss? Acclaimed artist SD Holman and special guest Paul Wong will share insights into the creation of this multidisciplinary meditation on mourning and memory. Born from a 2\,500 km walking journey\, the exhibition explores grief not as a problem to be solved\, but as a path to be walked—step by step. \nFollowing the talk at the library\, attendees will be invited across the street to the Comox Valley Art Gallery for the continuation of the opening celebration. The gallery portion will feature a live performance of J.S. Bach’s Goldberg Variations by renowned pianist Rachel Kiyo Iwaasa\, hospitality\, and an invitation to walk the labyrinth installation within the exhibition space. \nAbout the Presenters: \n\n\nSD Holman is a multidisciplinary artist whose work unfolds in the spaces between photography\, ritual\, and performance\, dignifying subjects often forced into erasure. \n\n\nPaul Wong is a world-renowned Canadian multimedia artist and curator known for his engagement with identity\, social structures\, and memory. \n\n\nPas-à-pas; not intent on arriving – Comox Valley Art Gallery
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/pas-a-pas-not-intent-on-arriving-sd-holman-with-rachel-kiyo-iwaasa/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20260130T225734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T225734Z
UID:194311-1775309400-1775316600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Beginner Chess 1:30-2:30pm. For adults and children ages 10+. For beginner to intermediate skill levels. Chess boards and pieces supplied. \nChess Technique Drop-In 2:30-3:30pm. For advanced or intermediate chess players. Come and learn a new skill! Chess boards and pieces supplied. \nFor more info contact Nigel 250-701-1767. No registration required. \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chess-club/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Seniors,Teens & Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20220906T201151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T201151Z
UID:175851-1775311200-1775318400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Knitters at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Drop by with your projects and enjoy the company of fellow knitting enthusiasts! Crochet and other textile arts are also very welcome to join! \nMeets Saturdays from 2 to 4 PM in the Sooke Library lounge by the fireplace.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/knitters-at-the-library/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20250626T233914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T175524Z
UID:195033-1775311200-1775314800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Paws and Tales: Read to Rosie
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Rosie\, one of our furry library assistants! \nPaws and Tales is a reading program for kids ages 7 and up. Young readers can bring a book and sign up for a 20-minute reading session with Rosie\, a certified therapy dog from the Pacific Animal Therapy Society. \nRosie is a patient and friendly listener who loves stories and meeting new friends. This program helps children practice reading aloud with a comforting companion\, build confidence\, and make reading a fun experience. \nTo register\, visit the branch or call 250-642-3022 to book a 20-minute slot. An adult must accompany each child. \nThe Pacific Animal Therapy Society has been providing compassionate pet therapy to Vancouver Islanders for over 35 years. \n(Note: Rosie is the one wearing a scarf; her human is Barb.)
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/paws-and-tales-read-to-rosie/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260404T163000
DTSTAMP:20260430T153549
CREATED:20231218T001746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T001746Z
UID:175848-1775316600-1775320200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Spanish Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to practice speaking Spanish in a casual setting? Join this community group of learners at the Sooke Library to sit and chat en español en la biblioteca. All levels including beginners are welcome! This is a free\, drop-in program for adults.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/spanish-conversation/2026-04-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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