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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
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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/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260613
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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/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T071431
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T221144Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening Questions Answered by Master Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Drop by the Ladysmith Library to have all your gardening questions answered by Vancouver Island Master Gardeners.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/gardening-questions-answered-by-master-gardeners/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T103000
DTSTAMP:20260417T071431
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T233729Z
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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-16/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T071431
CREATED:20220416T195111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220416T195111Z
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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-2-2022-12-16-2024-03-29-2024-08-30/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T071431
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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/2026-06-12/
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:20260612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T113000
DTSTAMP:20260417T071431
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
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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-2/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T071431
CREATED:20251010T160316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T160316Z
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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/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T071431
CREATED:20240316T174205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T174205Z
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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/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T071431
CREATED:20260104T000416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T000416Z
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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-20/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T071431
CREATED:20250910T230931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T234329Z
UID:184485-1781267400-1781272800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Open Mic
DESCRIPTION:Prose and poetry writers of all levels are welcome to read from their work.  Listeners-only are welcome too!  Please make your selections 5 to 10 minutes long.  Janet Miller and Sylvia Thomson are the fantastic hosts of this program – both are award-winning writers and writing coaches.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/open-mic-2/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T164500
DTSTAMP:20260417T071431
CREATED:20250306T154321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T154321Z
UID:191128-1781274600-1781282700@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-2/2026-06-12/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260612T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T071431
CREATED:20260110T001934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260110T001934Z
UID:192174-1781278200-1781281800@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-7/2026-06-12/
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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