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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009
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SUMMARY:Tea Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a cup of tea on us all day at the library while you browse and gather  🙂
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tea-thursday/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTSTAMP:20261108T131643
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SUMMARY:The Great Land Grab Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The 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 is currently at the Cowichan (Duncan) Library in October 2026.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/the-great-land-grab-exhibit/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T120000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131643
CREATED:20220529T223340Z
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SUMMARY:Chemainus Textile Circle
DESCRIPTION:Drop by and sit in with the Chemainus Textile Circle   \nMeets Thursdays from 10:00 to Noon in the library’s Multi-Purpose Room. \nKnitters\, Crocheters\, Spinners \, Embroiderers welcome!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chemainus-knitting-circle/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T110000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131643
CREATED:20260812T215724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T215724Z
UID:205572-1791455400-1791457200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime at Nanaimo North
DESCRIPTION:Join us for stories\, songs\, fingerplays\, felt activities and more.  Geared towards children aged 0 – 6 years and their families. \nEvery Thursday at 10:30 AM from September 10 – November 19.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-at-nanaimo-north/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T150000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131643
CREATED:20221103T021537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221103T021537Z
UID:186359-1791464400-1791471600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:The Knit Wits (Bowser textile group)
DESCRIPTION:Visit Bowser Library and be a Knit Wit! 🙂 \nJoin us at 1:00 each Thursday to sit\, chat\, and get a little work done on your textile projects.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/the-knit-wits-bowser-textile-group-2026-10-08/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T150000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131643
CREATED:20260827T184130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T184356Z
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SUMMARY:Venezuela: Revolutionary Promise Versus Imperialist Aggression (Sooke Region Lifelong Learning)
DESCRIPTION:Venezuela: Revolutionary Promise Versus Imperialist Aggression (Sooke Region Lifelong Learning) \nContinue examining Venezuela’s political history\, revolutionary aspirations\, international relationships\, and continuing struggles with Tyson Strandlund. Hosted by Jack Gegenberg. \nSession 2 of 3. The other sessions are October 1 and 15. \nPlease register by email to sookeregionlifelonglearning@gmail.com.  Registration begins on the 12th of September.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/venezuela-revolutionary-promise-versus-imperialist-aggression-sooke-region-lifelong-learning-2/
LOCATION:Sooke Multipurpose Room\, 6671 Wadams Way\, Sooke\, British Columbia\, V9Z 1A4
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T160000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131643
CREATED:20260608T182707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260608T182707Z
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SUMMARY:Tech Thursday
DESCRIPTION:Have a tech question and don’t know where to start? Book a free\, thirty minute one-on-one tech help appointment with a library staff member\, and get your basic tech questions answered! \nWe can help with your smartphones\, tablets\, ereaders\, laptops\, introduction to using digital library resources\, and more! \nTo book\, please call\, email\, or visit us in-person: \n1-877-415-8475 \nNanaimoHarbourfront@virl.bc.ca \nPlease bring everything you need for your appointment. \nThis may include: \n\nYour device that you need help with\nAccount names and passwords associated with accounts we will be working with (e.g. email\, social media pages)\nIf you are needing help with digital resources\, please bring your library card and library account PIN\n\n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-thursday/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T183000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131643
CREATED:20251027T234402Z
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SUMMARY:Textile Arts with Vancouver Island Fibreshed
DESCRIPTION:Come together in community with members of Vancouver Island Fibreshed for a monthly\, hands-on exploration of the textile arts. Learn about local fibre production\, sustainable dyeing\, spinning\, weaving\, and the artistry that connects land to cloth. Bring your own project or learn from fibre mentors.\n\n\n\nEach session features demonstrations\, creative projects\, and conversation about the craft and culture of slow textiles.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/textile-arts-with-vancouver-island-fibreshed/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Community Workshop,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T184500
DTSTAMP:20261108T131643
CREATED:20221129T032835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T231423Z
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SUMMARY:Inspired by Reading Open Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Cowichan South Arts Guild hosts a book club for anyone interested in reading and sharing inspired conversation. No registration required and you are welcome to attend any session! For more information\, email hello@cowichansouthartsguild.com . \nThe book club meets on the second Thursday of each month\, 5:15-6:45pm. Click on the links below to find titles and formats in the library catalogue. \nOct 8\nHow to Survive a Bear Attack: A Memoir by Claire Cameron: Book\, eBook\, eAudiobook \nNov 12\nMother Mary Comes to Me by Arundhati Roy: Book\, eBook\, eAudiobook \nDec 10\nTheo of Golden by Allen Levi: Paperback\, Large Print. eBook\, eAudiobook \nJan 14\nStolen Focus: Why You Can’t Pay Attention— and How to Think Deeply Again by Johann Hari: Book\, eBook\, eAudiobook\, Book Club Set \nFeb 11\nThe Lacuna by Barbara Kingsolver: Paperback\, eAudiobook \n \nMar 11\nThe Cure for Drowning by Loghan Paylor: Paperback\, eBook\, eAudiobook\, Book Club Set
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/inspired-by-reading-book-club/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T183000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131643
CREATED:20220913T205436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220913T205436Z
UID:188109-1791480600-1791484200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Intermediate Conversational Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice speaking Spanish in a casual setting! \nOn Thursdays\, 5:30-6:30pm\, we sit and chat en español en la biblioteca. Intermediate level.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/conversational-spanish/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T190000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131643
CREATED:20221219T002717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261028T172434Z
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SUMMARY:Writers Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Develop your writing in a supportive environment in this member-led group.  Share your writing with other writers for encouragement and feedback.  We welcome writers of all genres and experience.  Drop-in.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/writers-support-group-2/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:Sidney / North Saanich Library\, 10091 Resthaven Dr.\, Sidney\, British Columbia\, V8L 3G3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T190000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131643
CREATED:20260112T181251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T181251Z
UID:192585-1791480600-1791486000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Book Club
DESCRIPTION:This is a free\, open community-room booking. Please contact the organiser to register for the program. \nJoin Amanda for a discussion group to ponder life’s big questions. The purpose of this group is to explore mindfulness and spirituality beyond any one religious doctrine. Each month we will select a different book and discuss its ideas and concepts. \nPlease reach out to Amanda for the book of the month. All books read are available from the library. If a book is checked out\, please contact Amanda to discuss alternatives: \nContact & Registration: amanda.csln@gmail.com
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/mindfulness-book-club/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T184500
DTSTAMP:20261108T131643
CREATED:20260904T202251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T202251Z
UID:207374-1791480600-1791485100@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Think. Play. Connect. \nFriendly games and weekly sessions for all ages. Beginners welcome.\nFree!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chess-club/2026-10-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Seniors,Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261008T190000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131643
CREATED:20260719T184959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T004749Z
UID:204866-1791482400-1791486000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Virtual Book Launch of GROWING MY WAY HOME with Jenn Ashton
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the virtual launch of Jenn Ashton’s work of autofiction\, Growing My Way Home: Stories of Resilience and Care! \nSad\, shocking\, and truthful\, Growing My Way Home chronicles one woman’s struggle through events all too common among a people who have been separated from their culture and their language. From abuse to early involvement in the criminal justice system\, from her experiences as a thirteen-year-old drug dealer\, a fifteen-year-old parent\, and finally an award-winning writer\, artist\, and filmmaker\, Jenn Ashton has survived it all. A work of autofiction based on her teenage journals and fifty years of lived experience\, Growing My Way Home documents a long journey to acceptance and understanding. \nJenn Ashton is an award-winning Sḵwx̱wú7mesh author\, visual artist\, filmmaker\, and historian. Her book of short stories\, People Like Frank and Other Stories from the Edge of Normal (Tidewater Press 2020)\, was a finalist for the Indigenous Voices Award\, and her personal essay “Qualifying Hymns” was a finalist for the 2024 National Magazine Awards. She is an authenticity reader for several top publishing houses. www.jenniferashton.ca \nClick on this link to join the event: Microsoft Teams Event link. Register below to receive a reminder the day before the event. See you there! \n  \n \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/virtual-book-launch-of-growing-my-way-home-with-jenn-ashton/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Virtual Program
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