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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261020
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UID:208093-1792454400-1792540799@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do? Check out our Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt! Search for the images hidden in the Kids’ Area of the Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.) to solve a puzzle. Once you’ve got the answer\, you can enter our prize draw until closing on Friday\, October 23. We’ll pick a winner on October 24.  Good luck!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crispy-cool-fall-scavenger-hunt/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T183720Z
UID:210146-1792454400-1792540799@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Halloween Costume & Decoration Swap
DESCRIPTION:Bring your new or gently used Halloween decorations and costumes to the Port Hardy Library\, and pick up something new-to-you! \nDrop off and pick up new items between October 16 – 30
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/halloween-costume-decoration-swap/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T225904Z
UID:209571-1792454400-1792540799@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:The Great Land Grab Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The 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 will move to the Sooke Library on October 18\, 2026.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/the-great-land-grab-exhibit-2/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T120000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20220422T233526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261018T215228Z
UID:209330-1792490400-1792497600@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/2026-10-20/
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:20261020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T103000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20260821T180307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T180307Z
UID:206301-1792490400-1792492200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories and fun! This is a free drop-in program for children aged 0 – 5 years and their caregivers. Playtime afterward.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-2/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T110000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20260825T223007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T223007Z
UID:206442-1792492200-1792494000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join our Staff for 30 minutes of live-action storytime fun! We’ll shake our shakers\, wave our scarves\, sing songs\, and of course read an excellent book or two. This is a free drop-in program for families.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-8/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:Quadra Island
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T120000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20261015T203347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T200341Z
UID:209937-1792492200-1792497600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Links Playgroup (Campbell River Family Services Society)
DESCRIPTION:Join CRFS and friends for a fun and supportive drop-in playgroup here at the library! \nCRFS offers helpful resources & information for parents/caregivers\, while kids (age 0-6) can play with our toys and make new friends.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-links-playgroup-campbell-river-family-services-society/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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ORGANIZER;CN="Renee%20Gaudet":MAILTO:rgaudet@virl.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T113000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:187339-1792494000-1792495800@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-2/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20230509T001006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230509T001006Z
UID:187338-1792497600-1792501200@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/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T140000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20260717T001059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260717T001059Z
UID:209216-1792497600-1792504800@virl.bc.ca
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/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T130000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20260927T000748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T000748Z
UID:208588-1792497600-1792501200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Practice your English!
DESCRIPTION:Let’s speak English! Meet other people who are learning to speak English\, and practice speaking in a relaxed setting. Bring a snack or a drink and join us every Tuesday from 12:00 to 1:00 pm. \nPresented in partnership with the Immigrant Welcome Centre.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/practice-your-english-2/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T150000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20260817T173219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T200603Z
UID:205660-1792503000-1792508400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Landscape Ecology and Sustainable Land Stewardship (Sooke Region Lifelong Learning)
DESCRIPTION:Landscape Ecology and Sustainable Land Stewardship (Sooke Region Lifelong Learning) \nJoin Jay Rastogi to explore landscape ecology and approaches to sustainable land stewardship and self-sufficiency. Learn how ecological relationships can inform the ways people understand\, care for\, and live with the land. \nPlease register by email to sookeregionlifelonglearning@gmail.com.  Registration begins on the 12th of September.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/landscape-ecology-and-sustainable-land-stewardship-sooke-region-lifelong-learning/
LOCATION:Sooke Multipurpose Room\, 6671 Wadams Way\, Sooke\, British Columbia\, V9Z 1A4
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T170000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20190612T215630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190612T215630Z
UID:187337-1792504800-1792515600@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-14/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T150000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20261007T171341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T171341Z
UID:209168-1792504800-1792508400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Anna Byrne Book Reading
DESCRIPTION:Anna Byrne is an author\, speaker\, and end-of-life educator.  Anna will be reading from her book\, “The Last Caravan” which offers a new paradigm for deathcare by returning it to the community. \n“Facing a terminal diagnosis\, Mary Morgan asks three friends to be her “dying team”. Over 16 months\, until her death with Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD)\, the team curates a death steeped in beauty\, ceremony and practical support through building a casket\, home vigil and green burial.”
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/anna-byrne-book-reading/
LOCATION:Quadra Island
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T144500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T154500
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20261002T220338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261002T220338Z
UID:208996-1792507500-1792511100@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:After School Knitting Club
DESCRIPTION:Learn to knit or work on your own project under the guidance of Trisha Livingston.  All materials and equipment provided.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/after-school-knitting-club/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T180000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20251210T190458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T205752Z
UID:190328-1792508400-1792519200@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-10/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T170000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20260909T001457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T001457Z
UID:207643-1792508400-1792515600@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. \n\n\n\nFor teens/tweens Ages 11+
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/craft-studio-for-teens/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T163000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20261015T203724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T200728Z
UID:209955-1792508400-1792513800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Lego Jam!
DESCRIPTION:Drop in every Tuesday after school to use our Lego to do your own thing\, or try one of our weekly challenges! Fun for the whole family\, ages 5+
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-jam/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Teens & Tweens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Renee%20Gaudet":MAILTO:rgaudet@virl.bc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T170000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20240823T222021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T201454Z
UID:187334-1792510200-1792515600@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/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T163000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20260306T202132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T202132Z
UID:207262-1792510200-1792513800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Interested in playing chess\, but don’t know how?  Or perhaps you are an expert and you’re looking for others to play against?  Join us at Youth Chess Club!  The library’s teen volunteers will be on hand to teach you the basics and/or play against you.  Organized by teen volunteer Kedar\, who has participated in the Canadian National Youth Championship! \nEvery Tuesday from 3:30 – 4:30 pm.  Drop in. \nFor Tweens & Teens.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/youth-chess-club/2026-10-20/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261020T173000
DTSTAMP:20261030T155425
CREATED:20260922T234244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T234638Z
UID:208241-1792510200-1792517400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Get Reel Documentary Film Screening: GHOSTS OF THE SEA
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Parksville Library for our Get Reel: Documentary Film Club with a screening of NFB documentary Ghosts of the Sea. \nWhile searching for clues about the death of her brother\, who was lost at sea\, Virginia Tangvald embarks on a fascinating investigation into her family’s dark secrets. Calling into question the idyllic life of her father\, legendary sailor Peter Tangvald\, her quest dismantles the myth of absolute freedom and offers the hope that a toxic cycle has been broken. \nEveryone is welcome to attend this free event. Light refreshments will be served\, and it will end with a discussion as time permits. \n\nThe Get Reel: Documentary Film Club is a monthly documentary series featuring captivating stories\, significant historical events\, and the remarkable people who have shaped our world. Films will be screened once a month on Tuesday afternoons in the Forum. Future dates are: November 17 & December 15.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/get-reel-documentary-film-screening-ghosts-of-the-sea/
LOCATION:City of Parksville Forum
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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