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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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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-2/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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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-14/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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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-2026-06-26/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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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/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260819T140000
DTSTAMP:20261108T133051
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SUMMARY:Health & Wellness Talk: Get Ready for Cold and Flu Season
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready for cold and flu season? What immunizations do you need\, and how often should you get them? What else can we do to stay healthy when flu is making the rounds? Join folks from Public Health to learn more. Everyone is welcome\, light refreshments will be served.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/health-wellness-talk-get-ready-for-cold-and-flu-season/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260819T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260819T150000
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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-2/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260819T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260819T170000
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CREATED:20260724T224447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260724T224447Z
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SUMMARY:Tech Help
DESCRIPTION:Need help with your phone\, tablet\, laptop\, or another tech question? Sign up for a 30-minute\, one-on-one session with library staff and get personalized tech support. \nTech Help runs every Wednesday afternoon from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Reserve your spot at the desk or give us a call!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-5/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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