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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260501
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20260430T185936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T185936Z
UID:200627-1777593600-1780271999@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/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20250224T175717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T175717Z
UID:196492-1779840000-1779926399@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/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20260326T221819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T222730Z
UID:197952-1779840000-1779926399@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/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260527
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260528
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20260501T173805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T173805Z
UID:200716-1779840000-1779926399@virl.bc.ca
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/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T123000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20250912T180344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T180344Z
UID:190963-1779876000-1779885000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write
DESCRIPTION:All writers welcome to join this very dedicated group of local authors\, poets\, & beginning writers too!  Work on your writing in absolute silence from 10 to 12 and then chat and socialize from 12 to 12:30 if you wish.  Hosted by Greg Blee.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/shut-up-write-2/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20251210T190839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T205656Z
UID:190259-1779876000-1779886800@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-14/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T110000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20181108T004932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T194053Z
UID:189282-1779877800-1779879600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Babytime
DESCRIPTION:Learn songs\, rhymes\, stories and skills you can use to help your baby get a start on literacy. For ages 0 to 24 months. Children of all abilities and their siblings are welcome.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/babytime/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T110000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20250829T224558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250829T224558Z
UID:183154-1779877800-1779879600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for stories\, songs\, fingerplays\, felt activities and more.  Geared towards children aged 0 – 5 years and their families. Drop in\, all are welcome!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-7/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T110000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20251003T184401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T184401Z
UID:189802-1779877800-1779879600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories and fun! This is a free drop-in program for children aged 0 – 5 years and their families and caregivers.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T113000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20260416T222629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T222629Z
UID:200216-1779877800-1779881400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Parent Child Mother Goose
DESCRIPTION:Join Mother Goose facilitators for songs\, rhymes and fun. For ages 0-2 and their families.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/parent-child-mother-goose-2/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T113000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:186553-1779879600-1779881400@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-2/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T143000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20221031T231632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T181310Z
UID:178519-1779885000-1779892200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Parksville Library Knitting Group (textile arts)
DESCRIPTION:Drop in Wednesdays 12:30 to 2:30 for Parksville Library’s weekly knitting group. \nSit. Knit. Sew. Crochet. Chat.  🙂 \n \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/parksville-library-knitting-group-textile-arts/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20190910T203205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190910T203205Z
UID:178517-1779890400-1779894000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:South Cowichan Book a Librarian
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions? Book a Librarian! Interested in exploring a new topic or have a question about how the library can help with your beginning reader? Interested in online books\, movies\, or magazines? Ready to do some family history research? Schedule a 30-minute session with a librarian! \nCall 250-743-5283 to book a session. Appointments are available for other days and times.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/book-a-librarian-2/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20260430T173839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T210204Z
UID:200607-1779890400-1779894000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Reading Around the World Book Club: Germany
DESCRIPTION:For May\, we are reading books by German authors. \nTravel around the world and expand your reading horizons. No passport required. \nEach month we’ll read from a different country or Canadian province. The location will be pre-selected for the month\, but YOU get to choose any author and title YOU want to read! Then join us to present your own pick and find out what everyone else has read. \nEveryone is welcome. No registration required. \nFind a book by an author from the selected country or province and join us for the discussion. \nEmail Vicki at vdolling@virl.bc.ca to receive a literature guide for the selected country.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/reading-around-the-world-book-club-germany/
LOCATION:Sooke Multipurpose Room\, 6671 Wadams Way\, Sooke\, British Columbia\, V9Z 1A4
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T163000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20251210T193740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T193740Z
UID:198426-1779892200-1779899400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Lego® Club
DESCRIPTION:Calling all architects! Bring your construction skills and we’ll provide the LEGO.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-5/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20250927T221029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T235024Z
UID:191005-1779894000-1779901200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Tech-Help Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Let us help you figure out your device issues.  Whether it’s your laptop\, tablet\, eReader\, or phone – we will do what we can to reduce your frustrations! \nPlease bring your device\, library card\, and any passwords you may need. \nCall 250.247.7878 to book your free\, 30-minute tech appointment.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-wednesday/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20260202T224231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T224557Z
UID:194371-1779894000-1779901200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pokémon Club at the Wellington Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the last Wednesday of the month for an introduction to the Pokémon Trading Card Game! From 3-5pm\, drop in to the Wellington Library for a beginner game tutorials and other fun Pokémon-themed activities. Open to children aged 6-14\, caregiver participation required. Materials generously supplied by the American Library Association and Pokémon Company International. For more information\, call 250‑758‑5544 or email nanaimowellington@virl.bc.ca.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/pokemon-club/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T173000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20241101T205307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T181051Z
UID:191812-1779895800-1779903000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club
DESCRIPTION:Calling youth ages 12-16! Step into the world of Dungeons & Dragons with thrilling monthly adventures that challenge your creativity and monster-slaying skills alike. Supplies will be provided.  \nWe meet the last Wednesday of every month. This program is currently full. To register for the wait list\, click the register button below.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/dungeons-dragons-club/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T163000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20250205T214054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T214054Z
UID:194193-1779895800-1779899400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:LEGO Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for LEGO Club! \n  \nDrop in to create anything you can imagine or follow the themed prompt and have your creations displayed in the library! \n  \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-4/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20260415T203325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T203325Z
UID:200116-1779895800-1779901200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Crafternoon
DESCRIPTION:Join our hardy band of crafters for Crafternoons every Wednesday for fun\, friendship\, and inspiration. Borrow a book or video and learn new crafts\, or get help in a friendly\, open setting. See you there!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crafternoon-4/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T180000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20250827T211406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T225444Z
UID:190051-1779897600-1779904800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Teen RPG Club
DESCRIPTION:Adventure awaits…at the library! Join a stalwart band of teens as they learn to how to play the Star Wars roleplaying game. All supplies are provided but registration is required as is space limited. For ages 12-18 only. \nRegister in person at the Quadra Island Library.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/teen-rpg-club/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T170000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20251203T191452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T191452Z
UID:194792-1779897600-1779901200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Practice Your English in Port McNeill
DESCRIPTION:Let’s speak English! Meet other people who are learning to speak English\, and practice speaking in a relaxed setting. Bring a snack or a drink and join us every Wednesday from 4:00 to 5:00 pm. \nPresented in partnership with the Immigrant Welcome Centre.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/practice-your-english-in-port-mcneill/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T183000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20260408T175301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T175301Z
UID:200070-1779901200-1779906600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Shut Up and Write!
DESCRIPTION:Gather. Write. Repeat.\nShut Up & Write!® is a free\, global community of writing groups built around showing up to write. Build consistency\, beat procrastination\, and finally make progress on your writing project.\n\n\n\nMeets every Wednesday! All are welcome to drop in and write. For more information\, see Shut Up & Write! at Parksville Library | Shut Up & Write!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/shut-up-and-write/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T190000
DTSTAMP:20260506T214643
CREATED:20251205T010449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T225051Z
UID:189868-1779903000-1779908400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Library Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a book club to join? \nWe have one that meets monthly at the Sidney / North Saanich Library in the Nell Horth Room (meeting room attached to library). \nEmail sidney@virl.bc.ca or phone 250-656-0944 for details. \nMay book = The God of the Woods by Liz Moore
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/library-book-club-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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