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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-2/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Seniors
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SUMMARY:How to Write Poetry
DESCRIPTION:This is a workshop for people who would like to write poetry but don’t know how to start\, may feel a bit intimidated\, don’t have a clue… Poetry is just a way of expressing what matters to you. Lots of tips on how to get going and a few easy ideas to practise. \nIf you have read a poem that inspires you – bring it along. If not\, no worries. \nFor more information\, contact Gillian at poetryrocks@proton.me .
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/how-to-write-poetry/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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SUMMARY:English Corner for Mandarin and Cantonese Speakers
DESCRIPTION:Mondays from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM. Mandarin and Cantonese speakers welcome. For other language speakers see our program on Fridays. \nPractice conversation\, improve your vocabulary\, discuss interesting topics\, and make new friends! \nThis group is facilitated by the Baha’i community in partnership with Vancouver Island Regional Library.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/english-corner-for-mandarin-and-cantonese-speakers/2026-10-19/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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