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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260628
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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/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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SUMMARY:Sunday Swaps: Games!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a game swap on June 28th from 10-3! \nWhat to donate: \n\nBoard games\nVideo games\nCard games\nPuzzles\n\nWe will be accepting donations at the front service desk until June 27th. Please ensure that items are complete (not missing pieces) and that they are in good/working condition. \nYou do not need to donate to attend the swap on the 28th! \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!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sunday-swaps-games/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260628T130000
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SUMMARY:Summer Drop In Art Social!
DESCRIPTION:Beat the heat and join us for a fun and casual art drop in! Bring your own supplies\, or use what we provide! \nOpen to all ages and experiences\, and all forms of arts and crafts welcome. \nMeet in the Large Meeting Room on the second floor of the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/summer-drop-in-art-social/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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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/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260628T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260628T163000
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write: Nanaimo
DESCRIPTION:Shut Up & Write! is a global community that empowers writers to overcome procrastination\, silence their inner critic\, and make consistent progress on their projects. Our events provide a structured and focused environment where writers can come together\, set aside distractions\, and achieve their writing goals. \nMeets every Sunday! \nPlease register per session: www.meetup.com/shutupandwritenanaimo \n  \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/shut-up-write-nanaimo/2026-06-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults
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