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SUMMARY:Sunday Swaps: Clothing and accessories!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a clothing swap on May 24th from 10-3! \nWe will be accepting donations at the front service desk until May 23rd. Please only donate clean clothing that is in good condition (no holes\, snags\, stains etc.) \nClothing for all ages welcome! \nYou do not need to donate to attend the swap on the 24th! \nWhen you drop off your donations be sure to pick up one of our Sunday Swap stamp bookmarks! You will earn a stamp each time you donate to a Sunday Swap! Completed stamp bookmarks will be entered into a draw at the end of 2026\, for a chance to win a prize! \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sunday-swaps-clothing-and-accessories/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Families
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SUMMARY:Crafting with Lorrie Joran
DESCRIPTION:Join craft artist Lorrie Joran for these two amazing workshops on May 24th at the CMESS School Multi-Purpose Room. \nNeedle Felting (10am – Noon); Learn the art of needle felting and create a mushroom\, owl\, gnome or a penguin. All materials are provided. If you sign up for both workshops\, your felt creation can be part of the Miniature Making. \nMiniature Making (1-3pm); Learn about scale and how to create an artful montage and/or a diorama using miniatures from ‘junk’ and recyclables. Materials are provided with the (encouraged) option to bring small items from home. Lorrie suggests finding items in a junk drawer\, jewelry box\, anything diminutive in size that would fit into a theme of your choice. \nThese workshops are Adult/Teen oriented (12 years old and up) and registration is required for both workshops as space is limited. To register contact the Tahsis Library branch directly at 250 934 6621.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crafting-with-lorrie-joran/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Teens,Teens & Tweens
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SUMMARY:Why it Matters: Linking Homelessness with Housing Affordability
DESCRIPTION:Join Strong Towns Nanaimo for an informal talk and discussion with Dr. David Witty on the connection between homelessness\, housing affordability\, and the need for a “housing for all” approach in Nanaimo. \nDr. Witty is a planner\, urban designer\, educator\, and former Provost and Vice-President Academic at Vancouver Island University. He has held senior planning and design roles across Canada\, including as Dean of the Faculty of Architecture at the University of Manitoba\, Director and Partner at Urban Systems\, and former President of the Canadian Institute of Planners. \nDrawing on his work with the Housing Nanaimo Working Group\, Dr. Witty will discuss the importance of affordable and non-market housing\, including supportive housing\, social and co-op housing\, and missing middle housing for young people\, seniors\, low-income residents\, and working families. \nThe conversation will explore how government\, non-profits\, the private sector\, landlords\, and community organizations can work together to address Nanaimo’s housing challenges\, as well as what helps or hinders the delivery of affordable housing locally.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/why-it-matters-linking-homelessness-with-housing-affordability/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Board Games Club Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Join this fun event in collaboration with VIU’s Board Games Club. There will be tournaments and casual play of board games including Splendor (original)\, Pokémon Splendor\, Ticket to Ride\, Carcassone\, and Harmonies. \nTickets to participate are free and snacks and drinks will be provided. Beginners are welcome! \nPractice session and game tutorials will be 1-3pm and the tournament will run 3-6pm. \nCome for the games\, stay for the community! Register here: https://tinyurl.com/437kc5bx
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/board-games-club-tournament/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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