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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
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UID:196503-1781308800-1781395199@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/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20260326T221819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T222736Z
UID:197969-1781308800-1781395199@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/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20260523T213727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T213727Z
UID:201821-1781308800-1781395199@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pride 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/pride-scavenger-hunt/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T110000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20241005T183222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241005T183222Z
UID:180288-1781344800-1781348400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Fun Time
DESCRIPTION:Sooke is hosting a drop-in Family Fun Time on Saturday mornings! We’ll have board games\, puzzles\, STEAM toys and more set up for a range of ages (mostly 0-5). A chance for self-directed play for young ones and social time for caregivers. Stop by and check it out! \nThere’s no need to register for this fun and free event. \nHope to see you here!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-fun-time/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20260310T223127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T223127Z
UID:201458-1781344800-1781352000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Checkmate! It’s an all ages Chess club at the Library every Saturday from 10am until 12pm. Come to learn or come to help teach the next generation of chess players in a casual and friendly environment. \nChess set are provided but feel free to bring your own.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chess-club-3/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T120000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20220823T225940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T225940Z
UID:180282-1781346600-1781352000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Play Day
DESCRIPTION:The Courtenay Library is hosting a drop-in play day on Saturday mornings! \nThe program room will be set up with toys & activities for a range of ages (mostly 0-5). A chance for self-directed play for young ones and social time for caregivers. Stop by and check it out!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-play-day/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T113000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20260513T223841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T223841Z
UID:201150-1781346600-1781350200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Mother Goose Story Time
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Port McNeill branch every Saturdays at 10:30 am for free songs and stories with Mother Goose. It’s fun for the whole family! \nA community partnership with Mount Waddington Family Literacy Society.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/mother-goose-story-time-2/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T113000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20221028T212940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T212940Z
UID:180284-1781348400-1781350200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family StoryTime
DESCRIPTION:Stories\, rhymes\, action songs\, and more!  Best for 1-4 year olds.  Listening & participating in engaging stories\, songs\, and rhymes help toddlers & preschoolers to develop crucial early language and literacy skills.  Having fun and socializing are also part of every storytime!  See you soon  🙂
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-3/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T113000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20240823T232258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T232258Z
UID:180286-1781348400-1781350200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Sooke All-Ages Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us at an all-ages family 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! Fun for the whole family\, best suited for children 3-12. \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.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sooke-all-ages-family-storytime/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T113000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20240828T203640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T172344Z
UID:194247-1781348400-1781350200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Drop by the library and join Librarian Kaitlin every Saturday morning for stories\, songs and rhymes all around a fun a theme! Fun for the whole Family! \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program.  All ages are welcome!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-10/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T113000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:186566-1781348400-1781350200@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-2/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T110000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20260122T200030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T223328Z
UID:193554-1781348400-1781348400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Fun Day in Port Hardy
DESCRIPTION:Come to the Port Hardy library on Saturdays at 11 am for free family fun! Do a craft\, read a book\, or play games. Fun for the whole family!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-fun-day-in-port-hardy/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Everyone,Families,Teens,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20260303T010509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T010509Z
UID:196150-1781348400-1781362800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Oceanside Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Swing by and join us for a thrilling game of chess! Everyone welcome\, games are provided. \nThe Oceanside Chess club meets every Saturday from 11-3 pm at the Parksville library\, except the first Saturday of the month.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/oceanside-chess-club/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families,Seniors,Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T123000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20240917T223145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T195624Z
UID:180287-1781350200-1781353800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Sooke Crafts for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturdays from 11:30am-12:30pm in our multipurpose room for crafts! This is a free\, drop-in event that does not require registration. Suitable for ages 3-12 years. All ages welcome.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sooke-crafts-for-kids-2025-09-06/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T153000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20260521T180823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T181657Z
UID:201358-1781357400-1781364600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Rohana Laing Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join our current artist on display for a celebration of her show Celebrating Colour currently in our meeting room/gallery for the months of May & June.  Treats provided by Mad Rona’s Coffee Bar thanks to our generous Friends of the Gabriola Library.  Many of you will remember Rohana as a former Gabriolan with her art studio on Duke’s Road.  She now lives in Chemainus and continues to be influenced by her winters spent in Mexico and by her love of textiles and printmaking.  Drop in between 1:30 and 3:30 and say hello!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/rohana-laing-reception/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20220906T201151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T201151Z
UID:180283-1781359200-1781366400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Knitters at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Drop by with your projects and enjoy the company of fellow knitting enthusiasts! Crochet and other textile arts are also very welcome to join! \nMeets Saturdays from 2 to 4 PM in the Sooke Library lounge by the fireplace.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/knitters-at-the-library/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20240814T235139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T223438Z
UID:190722-1781359200-1781366400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Writers' Drop-in with Kelsey Andrews
DESCRIPTION:Join Kelsey Andrews at this relaxed monthly drop-in\, and work on your own project or use the provided prompts. The prompts will work for fiction\, nonfiction or poetry. This is not just a chance to get some writing in\, but a chance to get together with other writers and build community. \nKelsey has written for as long as she can remember. Her book of poetry\, Big Sky Falling\, was published in 2021 by Ronsdale Press. A certified Amherst Writers & Artists workshop facilitator\, she is looking forward to writing with you (yes\, you). Check out her website at kelseyandrews.ca
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/writers-drop-in-with-kelsey-andrews-2026-02-14/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:Sidney / North Saanich Library\, 10091 Resthaven Dr.\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 3G3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T150000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20250626T233914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T175531Z
UID:195063-1781359200-1781362800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Paws and Tales: Read to Rosie
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Rosie\, one of our furry library assistants! \nPaws and Tales is a reading program for kids ages 7 and up. Young readers can bring a book and sign up for a 20-minute reading session with Rosie\, a certified therapy dog from the Pacific Animal Therapy Society. \nRosie is a patient and friendly listener who loves stories and meeting new friends. This program helps children practice reading aloud with a comforting companion\, build confidence\, and make reading a fun experience. \nTo register\, visit the branch or call 250-642-3022 to book a 20-minute slot. An adult must accompany each child. \nThe Pacific Animal Therapy Society has been providing compassionate pet therapy to Vancouver Islanders for over 35 years. \n(Note: Rosie is the one wearing a scarf; her human is Barb.)
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/paws-and-tales-read-to-rosie/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T163000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20251119T011554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T011823Z
UID:188514-1781361000-1781368200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Nanaimo Pen Club
DESCRIPTION:Join Nanaimo Pen Club at Nanaimo Harbourfront Library for a gathering of fountain pen collectors and enthusiasts \n\n\n\n\nNanaimo Pen Club is a group of fountain pen enthusiasts who gather in person to share their love of pens and ink with fellow pen-lovers. Modern pens\, vintage pens\, we love them all! \n\n\nDrop-in\, new members always welcome! \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/nanaimo-pen-club/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T160000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20260520T172911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260524T184228Z
UID:201283-1781361000-1781366400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Book Launch: Eyes Wild Open
DESCRIPTION:About the Book:\nThis anthology unites 25 poets from BC and beyond under the theme of Wild Nature. The authors in this collection seek to capture their impressions from the perspective of being within nature\, both as keen observer and quiet participant. They pause long enough to breathe in their surroundings and to relay their experiences in words and images as they strive to do justice to the entities and elements they encounter. \nFeatured Authors:\nShelley A. Leedahl\, Pat Smekal\, Elizabeth Boyd\, Marlene Dean\, Ian Cognitō\, Daniela Lorenzi\, Christopher Levenson\, Nilofar Shidmehr\, and Ruth Hill \n———————– \nand damp\, sleepy songs hum and murmur \nin toads’ throats and in the voices of cicadas \nas sluggish summer pours like bright mud and dark honey \ndown the Southern years’ gradual and insistent hills\, \nsinging of sleep\, spinning its hazy threads \nof perfume\, of smoke and bees\, a lullaby. \n                Garland Austin Withers\, from of Carolina\, if I must \n  \nThe calling of birds\, from dawn to dusk\, never ceases\, \none so ecstatic he keeps caroling after dark \nThe symphony of ocean\, wind\, and trees \nechoes in your mind forever \nGreen mosses become your apparel \n                  Ruth Hill\, from Rainforest Matrix                                      
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/book-launch-eyes-wild-open/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T170000
DTSTAMP:20260527T012518
CREATED:20260407T222505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T170510Z
UID:199408-1781362800-1781370000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Needlecraft Circle
DESCRIPTION:Do you love embroidery\, knitting or crocheting? How about beading or other needlecraft? Join our needlecraft circle every Saturday at 3 pm for help\, inspiration and friendship!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/needlecraft-circle-2/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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