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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-2026-06-26/2026-08-23/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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SUMMARY:Sunday Swaps: Back to School!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a back to school swap!! \nWhat to donate: \n\nNotebooks/Binders\nPens/Pencils\nScissors/ rulers\nBackpacks\nLunchboxes\nRain jackets\nWater bottles\nGym Shoes\n\nWe will be accepting donations at the front service desk until August 22nd! Please ensure that all donated items are clean and in good condition! \nYou do not need to donate to attend the swap on the 23rd! \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-back-to-school/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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SUMMARY:School Supplies Swap
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to pick up some more pencils\, crayons\, notebooks\, etc. without having to spend a lot of money for the upcoming school year? Or wondering what you’re going to do with all the school supplies that your kids have now outgrown? \nCome to our School Supplies Swap! \nBring your donations of good condition school supplies to the library to help them find a new home\, and pick up some fresh materials for free! \nDrop by Sunday\, August 23\, 11:00am-1:00pm in the Sooke multipurpose room. \nDonations can be dropped off at the Sooke library from August 17-23 only.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/school-supplies-swap/
LOCATION:Sooke Multipurpose Room\, 6671 Wadams Way\, Sooke\, British Columbia\, V9Z 1A4
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SUMMARY:Queer Crafternoon
DESCRIPTION:Queer Crafternoon is a free drop-in art space for queer\, trans\, and two-spirit folks of all ages along with their friends and family to craft\, create\, and connect! \nJoin us for a fun and creative afternoon of crafts and making connections! Whether you’re a seasoned crafter or a beginner\, everyone is welcome to come together in a safe and inclusive space. Let your creativity flow as we work on various projects and enjoy each other’s company. Please feel free to bring your own craft supplies & ideas\, and some additional craft supplies will be available too! \nSnacks and tea/coffee provided! \nThis is a drop-in event\, come and stay as long as you’d like. \nCome relax and unwind with us as we create art\, make new friends\, and celebrate our queer identities. Queer Crafternoon is a safe and inclusive space for all queer and trans people to enjoy arts and crafts and build community. \nThis program is presented by PFLAG Nanaimo and the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/queer-crafternoon-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Board Game Club
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to unplug\, meet people in the community\, and dive into the exciting world of modern tabletop gaming? Join us at the Courtenay branch for our new Adult Board Game Club! \nWhether you’re a seasoned strategist or completely new to the hobby\, you will find a welcoming\, beginner-friendly atmosphere. Local gaming enthusiasts will be on hand with a fantastic collection of modern board games\, and they are always happy to teach you the rules—no prior experience required. \nFeel free to bring along your own favorite tabletop games to share with the group\, or just bring yourself and learn something completely new!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/board-game-club/2026-08-23/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults
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