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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261018
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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 will move to the Sooke Library on October 18\, 2026.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/the-great-land-grab-exhibit-2/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T113000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131644
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UID:189511-1792231200-1792236600@virl.bc.ca
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/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T120000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131644
CREATED:20231218T001746Z
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UID:207711-1792234800-1792238400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Spanish Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to practice speaking Spanish in a casual setting? Join this community group of learners at the Sooke Library to sit and chat en español en la biblioteca. All levels including beginners are welcome! This is a free\, drop-in program for adults.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/spanish-conversation/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T150000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131644
CREATED:20260303T010509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T010509Z
UID:203936-1792234800-1792249200@virl.bc.ca
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/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families,Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T170000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131644
CREATED:20260927T001608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260927T001608Z
UID:208598-1792234800-1792256400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Read-A-Thon at Port Hardy Library
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Library Month with us by spending a day at the library reading! There will be prizes & activities. Stay for the full day or just drop by for a little while. Tea & coffee will be available. Ages 13+
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/read-a-thon-at-port-hardy-library/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T130000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131644
CREATED:20261009T204321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T204321Z
UID:209432-1792236600-1792242000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Nanaimo North Spanish Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Saturdays from 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM at the Nanaimo North Library. \nSuitable for Intermediate and Advanced speakers. Led by facilitator Jesús.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/nanaimo-north-spanish-conversation-group/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T133000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131644
CREATED:20261008T215939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T215939Z
UID:209283-1792238400-1792243800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Book Bedazzling
DESCRIPTION:Add some shine to your shelf! Join us for a fun day of book bedazzling! This popular social media trend lets you personalize your favourite book or journal by decorating its cover with rhinestones. Choose from a variety of different colour gems to add some sparkle to your favourite book. \nFeel free to bring a beloved book from home\, or choose from a selection we will provide. Drop in any time 12:00 – 1:30. Ages 10 and up.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/book-bedazzling-4/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Families,Teens & Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T160000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131644
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220906T201151Z
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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/2026-10-17/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T150000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131644
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T215730Z
UID:209285-1792245600-1792249200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Robyn Butt Author Reading
DESCRIPTION:Join author Robyn Marie Butt\, as she reads from her book “The Pharaoh of Good and Ill”\, a finalist for the Whistler Independent Book Award in Poetry. This is a free event and all are welcome.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/robyn-butt-author-reading/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T153000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131644
CREATED:20261014T201045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T201556Z
UID:209752-1792245600-1792251000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Author Reading - Janet Simpson-Cooke
DESCRIPTION:Join author Janet Simpson-Cooke for a reading from her book\, A Corner of the Earth\, and journey with the Jennings family from Logans Siding in BC to Harpers Ferry\, West Virginia. Set over a time span of seventy years\, A Corner of the Earth navigates the complexities of family dynamics\, personal growth\, and valuable lessons about compassion\, forgiveness\, and the power of love.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/author-reading-janet-simpson-cooke/
LOCATION:Courtenay Library\, 300 6th street\, Courtenay\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T170000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131644
CREATED:20260407T222505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T222505Z
UID:199427-1792249200-1792256400@virl.bc.ca
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-2-2026-10-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261017T180000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131644
CREATED:20260901T195252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T195252Z
UID:206790-1792252800-1792260000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Dungeons and Dragons
DESCRIPTION:Join other adults for an afternoon of fun exploring this popular role-playing game through weekly episodic adventures. This is a 19+ program that will run September 26 through December 19. Beginners are welcome and all supplies are provided. \nSpace is limited and registration is required. Call the branch for more details.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/dungeons-and-dragons-2026-10-17/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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