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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260401
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260501
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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/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20250224T175717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T185804Z
UID:176377-1776384000-1776470399@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Woss Library Puzzle Table
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something to do in Woss? Stop by the library and help us complete our puzzle! While you’re here\, take advantage of our FREE membership\, use the public computers\, or simply 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 250.281.2265 or visit the library.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/woss-library-puzzle-table-2025-03-09-2026-04-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20250224T175717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T175717Z
UID:196470-1776384000-1776470399@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/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260418
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20260326T221819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T153432Z
UID:197912-1776384000-1776470399@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/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T103000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20240911T184330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251212T213843Z
UID:176383-1776420000-1776421800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories and fun with your little ones. This is a free family drop-in program for babies\, toddlers\, preschoolers\, and their caregivers. Ages 0-5. \nReading and singing are two of the most important activities for building early literacy and language skills\, and we will practice lots of both! Creating an early positive association with books by reading together (or in a fun environment like Storytime!) can help foster a lifelong love of reading.  Rhymes and singing help young developing brains break apart language and make sense of it. Storytime also provides socialization opportunities for both little ones as well as adult caregivers looking to make connections in the community. All around it’s a good time!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-16/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20220416T195111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220416T195111Z
UID:176661-1776421800-1776423600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Storytime in Sooke
DESCRIPTION:Join us at 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! Best suited for ages 2-5\, but all ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nFamilies are welcome to stay after Storytime for a stay & play. Meet other local families\, and enjoy library toys and activities perfect for little ones! \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. \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16-2024-03-29-2024-08-30/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20231121T211932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T171017Z
UID:193299-1776421800-1776423600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Friday Rhyme Time
DESCRIPTION:Join Nathan for rhymes\, songs\, bounces and more. Geared for toddlers and babies\, siblings and older kids always welcome too.  No registration required.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/qualicum-baby-and-toddler-time/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:Qualicum Beach Library\, 660 primrose\, qualicum beach\, British Columbia\, Canada
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nathan%20McKay":MAILTO:nmckay@virl.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20260219T212655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T213808Z
UID:195767-1776421800-1776423600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Baby Rhyme Time at Nanaimo North
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy songs\, stories\, lap bounces\, fingerplays and more during drop-in Baby Rhyme Time at the Nanaimo North branch of the library. Geared towards babies ages 0-24 months and a parent or caregiver. Older siblings welcome. \nBaby Rhyme Time will take place every Friday at 10:30 AM from April 10 – May 29.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/baby-rhyme-time-at-nanaimo-north-2/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20240809T193314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T214227Z
UID:196986-1776423600-1776425400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Baby Meet-Up
DESCRIPTION:A weekly library meet-up just for babies and their caregivers! Enjoy songs\, stories\, lap bounces\, fingerplays and social time. Best for 0 – 15 months. Bring your own blanket. No registration required. Every Friday from April 10 – May 29. \n***No session on May 15***
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/baby-meet-up/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:186525-1776423600-1776425400@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-2/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T110000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20251010T160316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T160316Z
UID:192935-1776423600-1776423600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Naloxone Training
DESCRIPTION:Learn to use Naloxone from our public health nurse. You could save a life!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/naloxone-training/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T113000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20260328T172023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260328T172023Z
UID:198445-1776423600-1776425400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:A program for parents and caregivers with young children. Songs\, rhymes and stories are shared. Suitable for preschool aged children to enjoy and learn together.  No registration. Drop in welcome.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-13/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T120000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20240316T174205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T174205Z
UID:187702-1776425400-1776427200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Babytime in Sooke
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Babytime 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! Best suited for ages 0-2. \nFamilies are welcome to stay after Storytime for a stay & play. Meet other local families\, and enjoy library toys and activities perfect for little ones! \nIf you have any questions please email us at Sooke@virl.bc.ca. This is a free\, drop-in program that does not require registration. \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T140000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20260104T000416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T000416Z
UID:196394-1776427200-1776434400@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 Gold River Library at 250-283-2502 to book.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-20/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20260308T174935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260308T212737Z
UID:196640-1776434400-1776441600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Poetry Circle at Nanaimo North branch
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION REQUIRED!   \nFrogs Fell from the Sky: Fiction in Poetry\na poetry circle with Mary Ann Moore \n  \nWe will gather in a circle to celebrate and discover the many gifts and surprises of fiction in poetry. \nThere are all sorts of changed or imagined elements in a poem\, as well as aspects that simply arrive when one lets the poem lead the way. Poems can contain “small fictions\,” arrive as gifts and epiphanies\, be prescient at times\, as well as become re-envisioned realities. You may ask yourself as you draft new poems: Is this fiction or my own wise advice?  Bring your notebook and pen\, your curiosity\, and be open to some new discoveries. \n  \nMary Ann Moore (she/her) is a poet\, writer and writing mentor who lives on the traditional lands of the Snuneymuxw First Nation in Nanaimo. She has been leading writing circles since 1997. Her poetry\, essays\, and book reviews have appeared in numerous publications. Mary Ann’s full-length book of poetry is Fishing for Mermaids (Leaf Press) and her latest chapbooks of poetry are Mending and Modern Words for Beauty both from house of appleton. One of Mary Ann’s chapbook manuscripts\, “The Risks We Take for Love\,” was shortlisted in the Raven Chapbooks contest 2025. www.maryannmoore.ca
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/poetry-circle-at-nanaimo-north-branch/
LOCATION:Nanaimo North Large Meeting Room\, 6250 Hammond Bay Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R 5N3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nanaimo%20North%20Branch":MAILTO:nanaimonorth@virl.bc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T164500
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20250306T154321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T154321Z
UID:191120-1776436200-1776444300@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Nintendo Switch Time
DESCRIPTION:All year round drop in and play Nintendo Switch on our giant screen in the meeting room.  We have lots of games to choose from or bring your own from home.  Best for ages 7+  NO ADULTS PLEASE for kids only.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/after-school-switch-time-2/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20260102T190015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T190015Z
UID:198680-1776438000-1776441600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Reading Buddies
DESCRIPTION:Children in Kindergarten to Grade 4 are invited to practice their reading by signing up for a one hour session with one of the library’s teen volunteers.  Sessions include one-on-one reading time as well as fun literacy-related games and activities. \nAPRIL/MAY SCHEDULE: \nThursdays  3:30 – 4:30 PM \nFridays   3 – 4 PM \nAdvanced registration required.  Reserve a spot today by phoning or emailing the branch:  250-933-2665 / NanaimoNorth@virl.bc.ca \nReading Buddies is a reading program where children are paired up with a TAG (Teen Advisory Group) volunteer for one-on-one reading sessions in a safe\, fun and friendly environment.  Reading Buddies is not a tutoring program; teen volunteers do not teach children how to read.  Instead\, children develop reading skills by connecting with a big buddy who can show them how much fun reading can be. 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/reading-buddies/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:Nanaimo North
CATEGORIES:Children
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T160000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20260416T223001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T223001Z
UID:200220-1776438000-1776441600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Holiday Crafts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for fun spring holiday crafts and books. Learn about holidays from cultures around the world. Best suited ages 3-12. \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/spring-holiday-crafts/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T163000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20260110T001934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T001934Z
UID:192166-1776439800-1776443400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Lego Club
DESCRIPTION:Join other kids and their caregivers for an hour’s worth of creative Lego play.  This is a drop-in program for kids of all ages!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-7/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:Port Clements Library\, 36 Cedar Avenue West\, Port Clements\, British Columbia\, V0T 1R0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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ORGANIZER;CN="Veronika%20Higlister":MAILTO:vhiglister@virl.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260417T170000
DTSTAMP:20260419T041007
CREATED:20260402T192742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T200327Z
UID:199303-1776440700-1776445200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Escape Room: Hunger Games
DESCRIPTION:“The odds were not in your favor and now you and those around you have been chosen to compete in the annual Hunger Games. You will need to work together if you want to survive and be crowned the Victors before your time the Games runs out. Good luck!” \nWe are so excited to offer this free escape room for tweens and teens as part of our Young Adult Dystopian Fiction theme this month. Crack codes\, solve puzzles\, open locks\, and try to win the Hunger Games! \nAges 10 – 18 \nThis escape room will run over 4 days in April (see our calendar for details). \nPre-registration is necessary. To register\, email RGAUDET@virl.bc.ca or sign up in person at our Reference Desk.\nPlease note: each session can accommodate up to 8 registered participants\, you may be in a group with new friends you have not met before. \nEvent begins promptly at 4:00pm. Late attendees will not be admitted. Please show up 15 minutes beforehand!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/escape-room-hunger-games/2026-04-17/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee%20Gaudet":MAILTO:rgaudet@virl.bc.ca
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