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UID:196584-1793750400-1793836799@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Puzzle Time
DESCRIPTION:Feeling puzzled? Join us at the library for Puzzle Time. Work on our puzzle\, or take one home with you. Enjoy our FREE perks\, use the public computers\, or relax in a comfy chair with a book or magazine. There’s so much to enjoy at the library\, and it’s all FREE! \nQuestions? Call us at 250.281.2263 or visit the library.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/woss-library-puzzle-table/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T123000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20250912T180344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T180344Z
UID:190986-1793786400-1793795400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write
DESCRIPTION:All writers welcome to join this very dedicated group of local authors\, poets\, & beginning writers too!  Work on your writing in absolute silence from 10 to 12 and then chat and socialize from 12 to 12:30 if you wish.  Hosted by Greg Blee.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/shut-up-write-2/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20251210T190839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T205707Z
UID:190282-1793786400-1793797200@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-14/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T110000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20181108T004932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T222614Z
UID:189299-1793788200-1793790000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Babytime
DESCRIPTION:Learn songs\, rhymes\, stories and skills you can use to help your baby get a start on literacy. For ages 0 to 24 months. Children of all abilities and their siblings are welcome.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/babytime/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T110000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20251003T184401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T195240Z
UID:204382-1793788200-1793790000@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/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T120000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20251208T234144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T234144Z
UID:205307-1793788200-1793793600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Dementia caregiver support group
DESCRIPTION:Dementia can leave people living with the disease and their care partners\nfeeling isolated. However\, you are not alone. There are other people to\nshare the journey with you. Caregiver support groups offer a safe place to\nlearn and share with other care partners. \nFirst Link® support group series in Nanaimo:\nFor caregivers supporting a family member or friend with dementia. \nRegistration required. Call First Link® Dementia Helpline to register: 1-800-936-6033.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/dementia-caregiver-support-group/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T110000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20260508T173622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T193535Z
UID:208289-1793788200-1793790000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us each week for stories\, songs\, puppets and playful activities that help build early literacy skills. For children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. Drop in—everyone is welcome! \nCancelled Sept. 30 for Orange Shirt Day and Nov. 11 for Remembrance Day.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/comox-sing-and-splash-storytime/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T110000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20260905T174408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T174408Z
UID:207493-1793788200-1793790000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Baby Time
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Courtenay Library every Wednesday morning from 10:30-11 for Baby Time! A chance for grown-ups to build community with others and a chance for babies to experience the library in a safe and somewhat structured program. We will sing songs\, listen to stories\, and have tons of fun together! \nFor babies 0-18 months with their caregiver. (October 7th to December 16)
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/baby-time/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T113000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20260909T002018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T002018Z
UID:207668-1793788200-1793791800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Parent Child Mother Goose
DESCRIPTION:Join Mother Goose facilitators for songs\, rhymes and fun. For ages 0-2 and their families. \n\n\n\n\nTell Your Friends
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/parent-child-mother-goose-4/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T113000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:188029-1793790000-1793791800@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-2/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T120000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20260914T213605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T213605Z
UID:207904-1793791800-1793793600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Mother Goose Baby Bounce
DESCRIPTION:Babies start learning from birth! Learn rhymes\, tickles\, songs and more. Encourage brain development\, early literacy skills and meet new people while you’re at it! \nThis free program is for kiddos from 0-12 months and their care providers. Siblings are welcome. Drop-in.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/mother-goose-baby-bounce/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T143000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20221031T231632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T181320Z
UID:188026-1793795400-1793802600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Parksville Library Knitting Group (textile arts)
DESCRIPTION:Drop in Wednesdays 12:30 to 2:30 for Parksville Library’s weekly knitting group. \nSit. Knit. Sew. Crochet. Chat.  🙂 \n \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/parksville-library-knitting-group-textile-arts/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T150000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20260923T184240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T184240Z
UID:208261-1793797200-1793804400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Tech Help
DESCRIPTION:Literacy Haida Gwaii and VIRL are teaming up to offer Tech Help on Thursdays 1-3pm at the library. Bring your laptop\, tablet\, cellphone\, and problems to solve!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-9/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:Masset Library\, 1700 Hodges Avenue\, Masset\, British Columbia\, V0T 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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ORGANIZER;CN="Pat%20Siebold":MAILTO:psiebold@virl.bc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T150000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20190910T203205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190910T203205Z
UID:188024-1793800800-1793804400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:South Cowichan Book a Librarian
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions? Book a Librarian! Interested in exploring a new topic or have a question about how the library can help with your beginning reader? Interested in online books\, movies\, or magazines? Ready to do some family history research? Schedule a 30-minute session with a librarian! \nCall 250-743-5283 to book a session. Appointments are available for other days and times.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/book-a-librarian-2/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T150000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20260319T231659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T231659Z
UID:205167-1793800800-1793804400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Book Chat
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for reading suggestions? Do you like to share good books you’ve read? Join us for a friendly informal book chat at the Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr). We meet in the library lounge. No registration required.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/book-chat-2/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T163000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20260909T001711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T001711Z
UID:207657-1793802600-1793809800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:LEGO Club
DESCRIPTION:Calling all architects! Bring your construction skills and we’ll provide the LEGO.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-6/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T153000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20260926T232434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T232434Z
UID:208567-1793802600-1793806200@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 Wednesday from 2:30 to 3:30 pm. \nPresented in partnership with the Immigrant Welcome Centre.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/practice-your-english/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T170000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20250927T221029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T221029Z
UID:188028-1793804400-1793811600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Tech-Help Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Let us help you figure out your device issues.  Whether it’s your laptop\, tablet\, eReader\, or phone – we will do what we can to reduce your frustrations! \nPlease bring your device\, library card\, and any passwords you may need. \nCall 250.247.7878 to book your free\, 30-minute tech appointment.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-wednesday/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T163000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20220125T185531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T185531Z
UID:207290-1793806200-1793809800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Nanaimo North LEGO® Club
DESCRIPTION:Use our LEGO® to create a masterpiece. Each month features a different theme and we’ll display your creations in the branch so everyone can see them!  Ages 5-12-ish\, drop-in\, no registration required. \nProgram runs the first Wednesday of every month from 3:30-4:30 PM. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/nanaimo-north-lego-club/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T163000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20250205T214054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T233454Z
UID:206115-1793806200-1793809800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:LEGO Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for LEGO Club! \n  \nDrop in to create anything you can imagine or follow the themed prompt and have your creations displayed in the library! \n  \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-4/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T163000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20250626T233914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T233914Z
UID:207991-1793806200-1793809800@virl.bc.ca
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/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T173000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20260901T174012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T174012Z
UID:206743-1793806200-1793813400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Teen D&D Club (with Renée)
DESCRIPTION:Interested in Dungeons & Dragons but not sure where to start? Join us for an on-going\, biweekly game of D&D where you will fight against monsters and evil of the world! \nThis Fall\, Renée (Child & Youth Librarian) is offering a biweekly campaign on WEDNESDAYS from 3:30-5:30pm\, starting September 23 and finishing in December. Her campaign\, The Baron’s Banquet\, is a fun\, light-hearted quest that send players to find some magical items before time runs out! Beginners are welcome. \nSupplies will be provided and spaces are limited. You can register in person or by emailing crinfo@virl.bc.ca  \nPlease note: this is not a drop-in program! Our D&D Club is designed to have D&D sessions every 2 weeks. We ask that players are committed to attending for the duration of the campaign.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/teen-dd-club-with-renee/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee%20Gaudet":MAILTO:rgaudet@virl.bc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T170000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20260901T191158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T191158Z
UID:207350-1793806200-1793811600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Needlecraft Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday for Needlecraft Club\, where like-minded crafty individuals come together to share their passion for knitting\, crochet\, embroidery\, sewing\, or any other fiber-based art. Bring your own project and supplies\, or take advantage of our limited supplies. Please note\, no formal instruction is provided. This free\, drop-in program is open to everyone!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/needlecraft-club-2/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261104T180000
DTSTAMP:20261007T052750
CREATED:20250827T211406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T211406Z
UID:201438-1793808000-1793815200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Teen RPG Club
DESCRIPTION:Adventure awaits…at the library! Join a stalwart band of teens as they learn to how to play the Star Wars roleplaying game. All supplies are provided but registration is required as is space limited. For ages 12-18 only. \nRegister in person at the Quadra Island Library.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/teen-rpg-club/2026-11-04/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens
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