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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260728
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260729
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UID:198014-1785196800-1785283199@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/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T120000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121521
CREATED:20220422T233526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220422T233526Z
UID:182154-1785232800-1785240000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Knitting Group
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to K2TOG with knitters of all ages and abilities for our drop in knitting circle.  Bring your own projects\, supplies\, questions\, and expertise!  \nThe group meets every Tuesday from 10am-12pm all year round.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/knitting-group/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Nanaimo North Large Meeting Room\, 6250 Hammond Bay Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9R 5N3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121521
CREATED:20260205T230020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T194212Z
UID:194688-1785232800-1785258000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Escape Room
DESCRIPTION:Grab up to eight friends/family members and come attempt our Summer Escape Room. You have 45 minutes to try and open all the locks! Geared towards elementary school children and their families.  July 28 – 31\, August 1\, and August 4-8.\n\n\nAdvanced registration required.   Book a 45 minute time slot for your group.  Registration begins July 15th.  Call the Nanaimo North Library: 250-933-2665.\n\nPlease note that at least one adult must be in each group.  Thanks!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/summer-escape-room/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121521
CREATED:20260528T164842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T164842Z
UID:204508-1785232800-1785258000@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-2026-06-26/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T180000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121521
CREATED:20260603T222702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260603T222702Z
UID:204431-1785232800-1785261600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Train Tuesdays
DESCRIPTION:All aboard! Every Tuesday in July we’ll put out an awesome set of Brio transportation toys for the kids to play with during library hours. Bring your imagination! Best for ages 3 years and up. Adult supervision required. Thanks to Buddies Toys (we already miss you). \nEvery Tuesday in July from 10 am – 6 pm
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/train-tuesdays/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T110000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121521
CREATED:20260205T225043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T192321Z
UID:194686-1785234600-1785236400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Stuffie Sleepover Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Bring your stuffed animal friend to the Nanaimo North Library for storytime.  Then\, leave them at the library for a three night sleepover.  Pick them up anytime on Friday\, July 31st or later.  Take home a photo booklet showing all the fun they had. \n(Can’t make it to the storytime???  Drop your Stuffie off before 3 pm on July 28th or anytime on July 25-27 instead)
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/stuffie-sleepover-storytime/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T113000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121521
CREATED:20260521T221657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260521T221657Z
UID:201399-1785234600-1785238200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Crafts for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Tuesday for fun crafting at the library! All supplies are provided for this free event and drop-in’s are welcome.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crafts-for-kids/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T230000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121521
CREATED:20260617T220620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T220620Z
UID:203369-1785234600-1785279600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join librarian Renée for 30 minutes of live-action storytime fun.\nWe’ll move our bodies\, wave our scarves\, sing songs\, learn rhymes\, and\, of course read a book or two!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-7/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee%20Gaudet":MAILTO:rgaudet@virl.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T113000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121521
CREATED:20260625T235819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T235819Z
UID:203995-1785234600-1785238200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Three Little Fish and the Big Bad Shark Puppet Show
DESCRIPTION:Can little three fish outsmart a big bad shark? Get ready to giggle\, as we entertain you with a puppet show based Ken Geist’s book. \nFollowed by a craft activity. \nBest suited for ages 2-10.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/three-little-fish-and-the-big-bad-shark-puppet-show/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T113000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121522
CREATED:20260627T192428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260627T192428Z
UID:204247-1785234600-1785238200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Cowichan Beekeepers Beemobile
DESCRIPTION: Stop by and visit with local beekeepers\, enter their Beemobile and learn about amazing local pollinators. Best suited for ages 5-12
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/cowichan-beekeepers-beemobile/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T113000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121522
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:186597-1785236400-1785238200@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-2/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T120000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121522
CREATED:20260618T172727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T172747Z
UID:203453-1785236400-1785240000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Open Playroom
DESCRIPTION:After Storytime\, stick around and play!\nEnjoy our array of toys\, meet and play with other families!\nThis is a drop-in\, free-range\, self-directed playtime for younger children and their caregivers.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/open-playroom-4/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee%20Gaudet":MAILTO:rgaudet@virl.bc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T130000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121522
CREATED:20230509T001006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T001006Z
UID:182160-1785240000-1785243600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Meditation Made Easy
DESCRIPTION:Weekly drop in meditation for beginners. An introduction to different practices of mindfulness\, meditation\, and relaxation. Open to everyone. Session runs from 12:00-12:50pm in the large meeting room at Nanaimo Harbourfront Library. 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/meditation-made-easy/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T143000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121522
CREATED:20260605T190726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T190726Z
UID:202779-1785241800-1785249000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:The Knit Wits (Bowser textile group)
DESCRIPTION:Visit Bowser Library and be a Knit Wit!  \nJoin us at 12:30 pm to sit\, chat\, and get a little work done on your textile projects.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/the-knit-wits-bowser-textile-group-2026-07-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121522
CREATED:20190612T215630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T215630Z
UID:182159-1785247200-1785258000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:LEGO® Club
DESCRIPTION:We provide the LEGO (and Duplo) and you provide the imagination every Tuesday afternoon. Come ready to build! \nThis is a free\, drop-in event.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-14/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T153000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121522
CREATED:20220620T235541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T004134Z
UID:182155-1785247200-1785252600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Tech Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:Get help with your smartphone\, tablet\, or laptop. Learn how to download apps\, use email\, and get answers to other beginner tech questions! We can help you learn how to get started with a particular library electronic resource\, how to get ebooks and digital audiobooks through the library\, how to stream movies\, or use electronic databases. \nCall 250-642-3022 or email sooke@virl.bc.ca to book a free one-on-one 30 minute appointment. \nPlease bring everything you need for your appointment. This may include: \n\nYour device\nAccount names and passwords\nYour library card + library account PIN\nYour email address + email account password\nAny secondary devices required for login (2-step verification)
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-tuesday-2/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Sooke Meeting Room\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T153000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121522
CREATED:20260704T000144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260704T000223Z
UID:204546-1785247200-1785252600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Reader's Choice Book Club: Afternoon Edition
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the latest afternoon meeting of Reader’s Choice book club!  \nThis July we are having an afternoon meeting at 2pm on Tuesday July 28th at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library (in addition to\, not instead of the usual evening meeting). Meet us in the medium meeting room on the second floor.  \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. \nDrinks and snacks 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-afternoon-edition-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T163000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121522
CREATED:20260702T213337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T213337Z
UID:204418-1785249000-1785256200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Make Cool Stuff
DESCRIPTION:Make buttons\, keychains\, cards\, etc.\, for yourself or to give away.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/make-cool-stuff/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T164500
DTSTAMP:20260707T121522
CREATED:20250918T193438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T193438Z
UID:204210-1785250800-1785257100@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Craft Studio for Teens
DESCRIPTION:Hang out and be creative. Work on your own crafts\, use our supplies\, or just do some doodling. Snacks provided. \nFor teens/tweens Ages 11+
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/craft-studio-for-teens-2026-03-10/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121522
CREATED:20251021T214724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T214724Z
UID:187425-1785250800-1785258000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Lego Club
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to the meeting room and use our mountains of Lego to let your imagination fly!  Challenge cards will inspire your creations.  Open to all ages.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-2/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Teens & Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T180000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121522
CREATED:20251210T190458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T205745Z
UID:190316-1785250800-1785261600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Tech Help
DESCRIPTION:Tech Help is here to assist with your laptop\, tablet\, cellphone or ereader! \nWe can help with streaming movies\, downloading apps or music\, and using online databases. \nDrop-ins are welcome but to be sure of an appointment call the Quadra Island Library at 250-285-2216 to book.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-10/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121522
CREATED:20240823T222021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T222021Z
UID:182156-1785252600-1785258000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Sooke LEGO® Club
DESCRIPTION:Drop in for some weekly LEGO® building fun at LEGO® Club! We provide the LEGO® (and Duplo) and you provide the imagination every Tuesday afternoon. Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a building bonanza at the library. Best suited for ages 6-12. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. \nThis is a free\, drop-in event. Come ready to build!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sooke-lego-club/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260728T170000
DTSTAMP:20260707T121522
CREATED:20260523T214706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260523T214706Z
UID:201636-1785252600-1785258000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Learn Lorcana
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn Lorcana? Librarian Kaitlin will be available to teach it! Sign up for this 7 week series! Learn the card types\, abilities\, rules and strategy behind this popular tabletop trading card game and then try your hand at a few games with what you’ve learned! We’ll even teach you how to build your own deck and prepare you to compete in our Lorcana Tournament! \n\nStarter decks are provided \n\nSign up by emailing kparker@virl.bc.ca or at the desk \n\nAll ages welcome! (participants must be able to read directions on cards independently)
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/learn-lorcana-2/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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