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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-2026-06-26/2026-07-27/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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SUMMARY:Coffee Morning
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Cowichan Library for free coffee\, tea\, snacks and socializing.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/coffee-morning/2026-07-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Seniors
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Libby
DESCRIPTION:Learn about getting started with Libby\, browsing the ebook\, audiobook\, and magazine catalogue\, and managing your account.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/introduction-to-libby/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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SUMMARY:First Steps for New Writers
DESCRIPTION:First steps for new writers: a workshop with published author Colleen Nelson. \nFree! Drop-in at the Cowichan Library! Monday July 27 2:00pm – 3:30pm. \nDo you have an idea percolating? Do you love to put pen to paper? Do you have a journal full of ideas you’ll get to “one day”? Well\, today’s the day! If you’re interested in writing but don’t know where or how to start\, this workshop is for you. Taking the first step on a writing project can seem daunting\, but it doesn’t have to be. This workshop will focus on the basics. What does it look like to write? How do you start? What goals can you set? How do you stay motivated? I’ll explain my experience taking a writing class in 2005 and getting together with my writing buddy once a month—two things I credit with getting me where I am today. \n  \nContact us by phone: 250-746-7661 or email: cowichan@virl.bc.ca if you have any questions
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/first-steps-for-new-writers/
LOCATION:2687 James St. Duncan\, BC
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260727T163000
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SUMMARY:Builders' Club at the Wellington Library
DESCRIPTION:Calling all builders! Join us every Monday\, from 2:30-4:30 PM\, at the Nanaimo Wellington library. \nWe will have LEGO® bricks\, MagnaTiles\, and more for fun and creative hands-on play. \nAges 3+ welcome. \nNOTE: Parents/guardians/caregivers must remain in the branch while their children are attending library programs.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/builders-club-at-the-wellington-library/2026-07-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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SUMMARY:Paws and Tales: Read to Carlie
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Carlie\, 0ne 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 Carlie\, a certified therapy dog from the Pacific Animal Therapy Society. \nCarlie 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 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/paws-and-tales-read-to-carlie/2026-07-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260727T200000
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SUMMARY:Reader's Choice Book Club: Evening Park Edition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the latest meeting of Reader’s Choice book club!  \nThis July we are meeting at 6pm on Monday July 27th at Maffeo Sutton Park (100 Comox Rd). We’ll gather in the same spot as last time\, in the grassy area between the Nanaimo Lions Pavilion and the playground\, hopefully with a picnic table. If you’re able\, bring a lawn chair\, pillow\, or blanket to sit on. (Some will be provided if you can’t bring your own\, not to worry). \nWant to talk about what you’re reading but don’t want to be told what to read? This is the book club for you! \nIf you attended one of previous meetings\, bring along your reading prompt list and what you’ve been reading. If this is your first time\, bring your current or recent read to share with the group. See an image of the reading prompt list below and pick up your copy at the meeting. \nYou can read any book that fits any prompt\, whatever month you want. Then you can compare notes with bookish friends at our meetings! The idea is to have fun parameters to help you decide what to read next\, but not to force you to read anything you don’t want to. \nSnacks and drinks to share will be provided by the library.  \nEmail NanaimoHarbourfront@virl.bc.ca for more info and to save your spot!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/readers-choice-book-club-evening-park-edition/
LOCATION:Maffeo Sutton Park\, 100 Comox Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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