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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261125
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UID:196596-1795564800-1795651199@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/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T123000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20250912T180344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T180344Z
UID:190989-1795600800-1795609800@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-2/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T130000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20251210T190839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T205708Z
UID:190285-1795600800-1795611600@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-14/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T110000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20181108T004932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T222615Z
UID:189302-1795602600-1795604400@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/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T110000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20251003T184401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T195241Z
UID:204385-1795602600-1795604400@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/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T120000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20251208T234144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T234144Z
UID:205309-1795602600-1795608000@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/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T110000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20260508T173622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T193536Z
UID:208292-1795602600-1795604400@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/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T110000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20260905T174408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T174408Z
UID:207496-1795602600-1795604400@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/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T113000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:189121-1795604400-1795606200@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-2/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T120000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20260914T213605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T213605Z
UID:207907-1795606200-1795608000@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/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T143000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20221031T231632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T231632Z
UID:189118-1795609800-1795617000@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/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T150000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20260923T184240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T184240Z
UID:208264-1795611600-1795618800@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-9/2026-11-25/
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:20261125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T150000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20190910T203205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190910T203205Z
UID:189116-1795615200-1795618800@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-2/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T153000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20260926T232434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T232434Z
UID:208570-1795617000-1795620600@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/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T170000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20250927T221029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T221029Z
UID:189120-1795618800-1795626000@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/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T170000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20260202T224231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T202441Z
UID:202133-1795618800-1795626000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pokémon Club at the Wellington Library
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the last Wednesday of the month for an introduction to the Pokémon Trading Card Game! From 3-5pm\, drop in to the Wellington Library for a beginner game tutorials and other fun Pokémon-themed activities. Open to children aged 6-14\, caregiver participation required. Materials generously supplied by the American Library Association and Pokémon Company International. For more information\, call 250‑758‑5544 or email nanaimowellington@virl.bc.ca.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/pokemon-club/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T173000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20241101T205307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T174451Z
UID:201335-1795620600-1795627800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club
DESCRIPTION:Calling youth ages 12-16! Step into the world of Dungeons & Dragons with thrilling monthly adventures that challenge your creativity and monster-slaying skills alike. Supplies will be provided.  \nWe meet the last Wednesday of every month. This program is currently full. To register for the wait list\, click the register button below.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/dungeons-dragons-club/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T163000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20250205T214054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T233455Z
UID:206118-1795620600-1795624200@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-4/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T163000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20250626T233914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T233914Z
UID:207997-1795620600-1795624200@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/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T170000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20260901T192724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T192724Z
UID:206771-1795620600-1795626000@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-3/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T180000
DTSTAMP:20261007T095805
CREATED:20250827T211406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T211406Z
UID:201441-1795622400-1795629600@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/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens
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