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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
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UID:196526-1784851200-1784937599@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/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260724
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260725
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T153358Z
UID:198010-1784851200-1784937599@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/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T180000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20260514T234551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T200302Z
UID:201185-1784887200-1784916000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Stuffy Sleepover
DESCRIPTION:Let your stuffy join an “Under the Sea” vacation at the library this summer! We will take very good care of all the stuffies as we pamper and entertain them with lots of sea-tastic adventures. Receive a booklet with photos and a story about all they got up to!  \nAges 0-12. 1 stuffy/child. No registration required. Stuffy must be able to fit in a child’s backpack\, nothing larger please.  \nDropoff July 20-25 \nPick-up Aug. 1 onwards with booklet
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/comox-stuffy-sleepover/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T170000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20260528T164842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T164842Z
UID:204504-1784887200-1784912400@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-2026-06-26/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T110000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20220416T195111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220416T195111Z
UID:182096-1784889000-1784890800@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-2-2022-12-16-2024-03-29-2024-08-30/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T110000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20231121T211932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T160356Z
UID:193313-1784889000-1784890800@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/2026-07-24/
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:20260724T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T113000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:186595-1784890800-1784892600@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-2/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20260603T234751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T234751Z
UID:202625-1784890800-1784894400@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/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20240316T174205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T174205Z
UID:182098-1784892600-1784894400@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/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T123000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20260616T203859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T203859Z
UID:203120-1784892600-1784896200@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/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T130000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20260608T222946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T223213Z
UID:202928-1784894400-1784898000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Music in the Library: Nanaimo Recorder Consort
DESCRIPTION:It’s Music at the Library!\n\nJoin us at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Branch for a free\, Friday lunch hour of live music featuring the Nanaimo Recorder Consort.\n\nThese local musicians will be performing early classical music as a recorder ensemble for you to enjoy.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/music-in-the-library-nanaimo-recorder-consort-2/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T140000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20260617T215503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T215503Z
UID:203354-1784894400-1784901600@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-2/2026-07-24/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T160000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20260515T000054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T000904Z
UID:201199-1784901600-1784908800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Sea and STEAM
DESCRIPTION:Do you like diving deep into making\, crafting and experimenting? Join us for Under the Sea STEAM (science\, technology\, engineering\, art and math) activities. Caregiver attendance required for those under age 8. Ages 5-12. \nSchedule of Activities \nFriday July 24: magic pirate potion-making\, sea creature puppet making \nFriday August 14: seaweed slime\, mermaid crafts  \nFriday August 28: weaving artSEA anemones in action  \nREGISTRATION REQUIRED. Limited space. If you need to cancel\, please let us know so a waitlisted child can attend.  \n\nRegistration required for each event date. Please specify the date(s).\nHow many children will be attending and their age? \n\nPlease specify 1 & 2 when you register below in the “Comments” field. If this information is missing\, your registration will NOT be completed.\n  \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/comox-sea-and-steam/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dalia":MAILTO:dlevy@virl.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T153000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20260603T232138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T232138Z
UID:202586-1784901600-1784907000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Tween Book Club & Escape Room
DESCRIPTION:Discuss great books\, meet new friends and enjoy snacks at the library. We’re reading Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl. This two day program includes a book discussion and a Wonka-inspired escape room. Participants who attend both sessions will be given priority. Ages 10—13.  Please register by email sidney@virl.bc.ca. We have book club set copies of this book if you need one! \nFriday\, July 17\, 2—3 pm (Book Club) \nFriday\, July 24\, 2— 3:30 pm (Escape Room) \n***Registration starts on June 16harlie and the Cho
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tween-book-club-escape-room-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T164500
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20250306T154321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T154321Z
UID:191134-1784903400-1784911500@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-2/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T163000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20260416T195422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T195902Z
UID:203848-1784903400-1784910600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Crafternoon
DESCRIPTION:Have fun doing craft projects in our children’s area! We supply the materials. Drop-in for kids of all ages with caregiver.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/kids-crafternoon/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T160000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20260617T220048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T220228Z
UID:203360-1784903400-1784908800@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/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Tweens
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee%20Gaudet":MAILTO:rgaudet@virl.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260724T160000
DTSTAMP:20260707T051154
CREATED:20260603T224348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T224348Z
UID:202567-1784905200-1784908800@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/2026-07-24/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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