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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/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901
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SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do?\nCheck out our scavenger hunt! Search the library for the hidden images and solve the riddle to be entered into a prize draw! Check back often for a new theme!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fall-in-port-alberni-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260902
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SUMMARY:Peace Doves silent auction
DESCRIPTION:The Peace Doves have once again migrated to the library meeting room/gallery.  The doves are created by some of Gabriola’s most talented artists and are auctioned off as a fundraiser for People for a Healthy Community by The Gabriola Artists for Peace. \nMake your silent auction bid in the binder provided or choose which of the “live auction doves” you might bid on September 19th at the Community Hall.  Find out more here doves | PHC Gabriola
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/gabriola-artists-for-peace-doves-on-display/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T113000
DTSTAMP:20260922T201753
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
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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-2/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T130000
DTSTAMP:20260922T201753
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T001006Z
UID:183207-1788264000-1788267600@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/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T140000
DTSTAMP:20260922T201753
CREATED:20260717T001059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T001059Z
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SUMMARY:Knit Wits
DESCRIPTION:Visit Bowser Library and be a Knit Wit!. Join us at 12:00 pm to sit\, chat\, and get a little work done on your textile projects.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/knit-wits/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T215630Z
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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-14/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T170000
DTSTAMP:20260922T201753
CREATED:20251021T214724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T214724Z
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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-2/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Teens & Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T180000
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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-10/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T222021Z
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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/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260901T174500
DTSTAMP:20260922T201753
CREATED:20260407T235500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T223955Z
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SUMMARY:Parksville Library Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Looking for a great new read and some lively discussion? The Parksville Library Book Club meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month. \nThe book club is currently full\, but please click “register” below to reserve your spot on the waiting list.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/parksville-library-book-club/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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