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SUMMARY:Book Talk Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Are you a book-lover interested in talking with likeminded people? \nThis club is a social gathering where we meet and discuss books with a monthly theme. Experience the freedom to choose your own book each month or choose from our suggested titles or authors. \nNo registration required\, drop in to say hi! Tea and treats provided. \n  \nTHEME for JUNE:  2SLGBTQIA+ Voices \n  \nTHEME for JULY: Under the Sea   (Theme for this year’s Adult Summer Reading Challenge) \nPick up your summer reading package for sea themed reading inspiration. \n  \n  \nContact us by email: cowichan@virl.bc.ca or by phone: 250 746 7661 if you have any questions. \n \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/book-talk-book-club/2026-09-27/
LOCATION:2687 James St. Duncan\, BC
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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SUMMARY:Paws and Tales: Read to Rosie
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Rosie\, one 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 Rosie\, a certified therapy dog from the Pacific Animal Therapy Society. \nRosie 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(Note: Rosie is the one wearing a scarf; her human is Barb.)
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/paws-and-tales-read-to-rosie/2026-09-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write: Nanaimo
DESCRIPTION:Shut Up & Write! is a global community that empowers writers to overcome procrastination\, silence their inner critic\, and make consistent progress on their projects. Our events provide a structured and focused environment where writers can come together\, set aside distractions\, and achieve their writing goals. \nMeets every Sunday! \nPlease register per session: www.meetup.com/shutupandwritenanaimo \n  \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/shut-up-write-nanaimo/2026-09-27/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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