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X-WR-CALNAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://virl.bc.ca
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
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UID:196518-1783641600-1783727999@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/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260711
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20260326T221819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T222744Z
UID:197996-1783641600-1783727999@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/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T170000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20260528T164842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T164842Z
UID:204490-1783677600-1783702800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:The Great Land Grab Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Island Local History Society and the Nanaimo Museum have partnered to develop a travelling exhibit: The Great Vancouver Island Land Grab. \nThe exhibit introduces visitors to the Esquimalt & Nanaimo Railway Land Grant of 1887 — also known as the great land grab. Through graphic novel and comic style panels\, video\, and interactive elements\, visitors learn what happened\, who is affected\, and what it means for today. \nFeaturing illustrations by: \n\nEliot White-Hill\, Kwulasultun – Snuneymuxw First Nation\nJordanna George\, T’Sou-ke First Nation\nGord Hill\, Kwakwaka’wakw Nation\n\nThe exhibit is bilingual (English and French) and will travel Vancouver Island through 2026 and 2027. The exhibit begins at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library in June 2026.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/great-land-grab-2026-06-26/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T110000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20220416T195111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220416T195111Z
UID:181654-1783679400-1783681200@virl.bc.ca
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-2-2022-12-16-2024-03-29-2024-08-30/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T110000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20231121T211932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160355Z
UID:193311-1783679400-1783681200@virl.bc.ca
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/2026-07-10/
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:20260710T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T113000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:186585-1783681200-1783683000@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-2/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T120000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20260603T234751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T235518Z
UID:202613-1783681200-1783684800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Healthy Kids Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Fridays for stories about healthy habits for children. Presented in partnership with Island Health.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/healthy-kids-storytime/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T120000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20260613T173242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260613T200323Z
UID:203017-1783681200-1783684800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Puppet Show: The Littlest Bird Makes the Biggest Song
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun puppet show to celebrate the start of Summer Reading Club! \nMama and Papa Chickadee are away from the nest when a storm rolls in. Raven\, Eagle and Owl see an opportunity and try to get into the nest while it’s unprotected. Will Big Baby Chick be able to keep the wily predators at bay? \nCome to the puppet show to find out! \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/puppet-show-the-littlest-bird-makes-the-biggest-song/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T120000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20240316T174205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T174205Z
UID:181656-1783683000-1783684800@virl.bc.ca
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/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T123000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20260616T203859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T203859Z
UID:203118-1783683000-1783686600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Reading Club Activity
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the library for Summer Reading Club fun. A new activity every week!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/summer-reading-club-activity/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T140000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20260617T215503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T215617Z
UID:203352-1783684800-1783692000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Movie Matinee
DESCRIPTION:Beat the heat in our air-conditioned “theatre\,” bring some snacks\, and enjoy our selected under-the-sea themed family films.\nThis is a great opportunity to introduce little ones to a theatre experience.\nAdults must be accompanied by a kid!  \nJuly 10 ~ Moana \nJuly 24 ~ Luca \nAugust 7 ~ Finding Nemo \nAugust 18 ~ Ruby Gillman\, Teenage Kraken \n\nAll movies are rated PG or G. 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-movie-matinee-2/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee%20Gaudet":MAILTO:rgaudet@virl.bc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T160000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20260708T194656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T195448Z
UID:204620-1783684800-1783699200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:FIFA World Cup Quarter-Finals
DESCRIPTION:Come watch a live screening of the FIFA World Cup quarter-finals in the library lounge! We will be screening the Spain vs. Belgium match at 12:00pm!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fifa-world-cup-quarter-finals-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T140000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20250910T230931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T234329Z
UID:184486-1783686600-1783692000@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-2/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T153000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20260523T214422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T214422Z
UID:204704-1783692000-1783697400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Movie Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday afternoons at 2pm this summer for movies in the library! We’ll be screening lots of family friendly fun flicks! Bring your blankets\, PJS and snacks! \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the event
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-movie-afternoon-2/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T150000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20260629T231759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T231759Z
UID:204264-1783692000-1783695600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Reading Club Launch Party
DESCRIPTION:We’re kicking off the Summer Reading Club with a live music from Beverley McKeen! Prepare to dance\, exchange SRC trading cards\, and find out what else we have planned this summer.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/summer-reading-club-launch-party/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T164500
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20250306T154321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T154321Z
UID:191132-1783693800-1783701900@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-2/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T160000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20260617T220048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T220228Z
UID:203357-1783693800-1783699200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:SRC Trading Card Play & Swap
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a Summer Reading Club Trading Card collection that just keeps growing? Drop-in to meet up and play\, or swap some cards with new frieinds!\nFor kids ages 5-12
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/src-trading-card-play-swap/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Tweens
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee%20Gaudet":MAILTO:rgaudet@virl.bc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T163000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20260702T170256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T170256Z
UID:204320-1783693800-1783701000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Perler Bead Craft
DESCRIPTION:Come and make beautiful fuse bead art with us. All supplies provided.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/perler-bead-craft/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T160000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20260603T224348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T224348Z
UID:202565-1783695600-1783699200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Naloxone and Harm Reduction Training
DESCRIPTION:Learn when and how to use Naloxone. It saves lives!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/naloxone-and-harm-reduction-training/2026-07-10/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260710T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260711T170000
DTSTAMP:20260714T201534
CREATED:20260711T000845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260711T000907Z
UID:204721-1783695600-1783789200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Art Opening: Doug Harrison
DESCRIPTION:See Doug’s latest watercolours (& a few acrylics) of historical scenes of BC’s coast.  Doug has worked\, fished\, and lived the coast for his entire life and paints from memory.  See his scenes of the E & N railway\, logging camps\, and all types of working and passenger ocean vessels.  Treats by Mad Rona’s Coffee Bar thanks to Friends of the Gabriola Library.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/art-opening-doug-harrison/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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