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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
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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/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20260430T185936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T185936Z
UID:201103-1779753600-1779839999@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Birthday 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/birthday-scavenger-hunt/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260526
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20260501T173805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T173805Z
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SUMMARY:Teen Haiku Contest
DESCRIPTION:Teens (ages 13 to 18)\, write a haiku poem for a chance to win great prizes. One original poem per person. Enter online at Haiku Contest – Asian Heritage Month 2026 – Fill out form.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/haikucontest/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T120000
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20220422T233526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220422T233526Z
UID:181522-1779789600-1779796800@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/2026-05-26/
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:20260526T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T110000
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20251210T232055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T160144Z
UID:190663-1779791400-1779793200@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-3/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T113000
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:186552-1779793200-1779795000@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-2/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T130000
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20230509T001006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T001006Z
UID:178495-1779796800-1779800400@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/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20190612T215630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T215630Z
UID:178494-1779804000-1779814800@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-14/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20260204T235135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T235135Z
UID:194600-1779804000-1779814800@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 Thursday 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-3/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T164500
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20250918T193438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260627T185514Z
UID:195740-1779807600-1779813900@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-2026-03-10/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20251021T214724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T214724Z
UID:187416-1779807600-1779814800@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-2/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Teens & Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T180000
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20251210T190458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T205741Z
UID:190307-1779807600-1779818400@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-10/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20240823T222021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T222021Z
UID:178489-1779809400-1779814800@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/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20260314T233554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T000040Z
UID:197125-1779809400-1779814800@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-2026-03-24/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T174500
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20251017T185537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T185537Z
UID:190682-1779813000-1779817500@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Library Tuesday Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a great new read and some lively discussion? The Comox Library Book Club meets on the 4th Tuesday of each month. \nThe book club is currently full\, but you can request to be added to the waitlist by emailing comox@virl.bc.ca.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/comox-library-tuesday-book-club/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T200000
DTSTAMP:20260913T061824
CREATED:20260504T000950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T001114Z
UID:200777-1779818400-1779825600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Reader's Choice Book Club: Evening Edition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the latest meeting of Nanaimo’s monthly book club: Reader’s Choice! This May we are meeting at 6pm on Tuesday May 26th at Maffeo Sutton Park near the Nanaimo sign and Lions Pavilion in downtown Nanaimo. If you’re able\, bring a lawn chair\, pillow\, or blanket to sit on. (Some will be provided if you can’t bring your own.) \nWant to talk about what you’re reading but don’t want to be told what to read? This is the book club for you! \nIf you attended one of previous meetings\, bring along your reading prompt list and what you’ve been reading. If this is your first time\, bring your current or recent read to share with the group. See an image of the reading prompt list below and pick up your copy at the meeting. \nYou can read any book that fits any prompt\, whatever month you want. Then you can compare notes with bookish friends at our meetings! The idea is to have fun parameters to help you decide what to read next\, but not to force you to read anything you don’t want to. \nAppetizers and drinks to share will be provided by the library.  \nEmail NanaimoHarbourfront@virl.bc.ca for more info and to save your spot!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/readers-choice-evening-edition/
LOCATION:Maffeo Sutton Park\, 100 Comox Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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