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SUMMARY:Family History Research: Getting Started with Genealogy at VIRL
DESCRIPTION:Curious about your family tree\, but not sure where to start? Join Zane and Adam for a friendly\, practical introduction to genealogy research using Vancouver Island Regional Library resources. We’ll show you where to begin\, how to search more effectively\, and which library tools can help you uncover records\, stories\, and connections.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-history-research-getting-started-with-genealogy-at-virl/
CATEGORIES:Adults
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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 Sayward Library at 250-282-5551 to book.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-21/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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SUMMARY:Saturday Crafternoons
DESCRIPTION:Bring your supplies and join us and fellow crafters on Saturday afternoons to learn a new craft or finish an old one.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/saturday-crafternoons/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:Masset Library\, 1700 Hodges Avenue\, Masset\, British Columbia\, V0T 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Beginner Chess 1:30-2:30pm. For adults and children ages 10+. For beginner to intermediate skill levels. Chess boards and pieces supplied. \nChess Technique Drop-In 2:30-3:30pm. For advanced or intermediate chess players. Come and learn a new skill! Chess boards and pieces supplied. \nFor more info contact Nigel 250-701-1767. No registration required. \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chess-club/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Seniors,Teens & Tweens
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SUMMARY:Knitters at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Drop by with your projects and enjoy the company of fellow knitting enthusiasts! Crochet and other textile arts are also very welcome to join! \nMeets Saturdays from 2 to 4 PM in the Sooke Library lounge by the fireplace.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/knitters-at-the-library/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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