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SUMMARY:Reader's Choice: A Different Kind of Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Do you love reading\, but don’t want to be told what to read? This book club is for you! Read whatever you want\, then chat with other readers. \nThird Saturday of each month.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/readers-choice-a-different-kind-of-book-club/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:The Great Land Grab Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Island Local History Society and the Nanaimo Museum have partnered to develop a travelling exhibit: The Great Vancouver Island Land Grab. \nThe 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 begins at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library in June 2026.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/great-land-grab-2026-06-26/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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SUMMARY:Oceanside Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Swing by and join us for a thrilling game of chess! Everyone welcome\, games are provided. \nThe Oceanside Chess club meets every Saturday from 11-3 pm at the Parksville library\, except the first Saturday of the month.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/oceanside-chess-club/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families,Seniors,Teens
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SUMMARY:Games Club
DESCRIPTION:It’s game time at the library! Bring your friends\, or make a new one\, and play one of our many games.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/games-club/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families,Seniors,Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T143000
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SUMMARY:Finding Social Connections Through Music
DESCRIPTION:Find out why music is such a strong resource for connection. Get tips on what to look for online and off. And make a little music! \nMarnie Setka-Mooney is an experienced music and singing instructor with an interest in empowering people to connect with others through music and singing. \nDrop in\, no registration needed. Free.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/the-health-benefits-of-singing/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260718T160000
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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/2026-07-18/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Needlecraft Circle
DESCRIPTION:Do you love embroidery\, knitting or crocheting? How about beading or other needlecraft? Join our needlecraft circle every Thursday at 3 pm for help\, inspiration and friendship!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/needlecraft-circle-2-2026-07-18/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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