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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-2/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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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/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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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-2/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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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-14/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261208T154500
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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/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261208T180000
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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-10/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261208T170000
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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/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261208T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261208T163000
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CREATED:20260306T202132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T202132Z
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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/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261208T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261208T183000
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SUMMARY:Drop-In Ukulele Circle
DESCRIPTION:Do you play the ukulele or want to learn? Join us for a drop-in ukulele circle led by local musician\, Graham Olds! \nAll ages and skill levels welcome. \nThe first sessions in September\, held at Nanaimo Harbourfront and Nanaimo North Libraries\, will focus on an introduction to ukulele playing. Afterwards\, sessions will focus on learning new songs together and jamming out! \nThe Ukulele Circle will have two meets a month. Please check the website calendar for updates on meeting times: \n\nNanaimo Harbourfront Library on the second Tuesday of each month.\nNanaimo North Library on the fourth Tuesday of each month.\n\nPlease bring your own instrument. Thank you.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/drop-in-ukulele-circle/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261208T200000
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SUMMARY:Wise Whales Pub Quiz
DESCRIPTION:A new series of the Wise Whales Pub Quiz starts on Tuesday\, October 6\, 6 – 8pm at Beacon Brewing (9829 Third St.). Darren Millar and Librarian Virginia are your hosts for this epic library night of trivia. Got a team? Register now by email (sidney@virl.bc.ca) or in-person at the Sidney/North Saanich library (max 6 people). \nFlying solo or as a couple and need a team? Send an email to sidney@virl.bc.ca and ask to join our “Fast Friends” group. Tables fill up quickly\, so you’ll want to arrive early to guarantee a spot!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/wise-whales-pub-quiz/2026-12-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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