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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-2/2026-10-28/
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-14/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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SUMMARY:Dementia caregiver support group
DESCRIPTION:Dementia can leave people living with the disease and their care partners\nfeeling isolated. However\, you are not alone. There are other people to\nshare the journey with you. Caregiver support groups offer a safe place to\nlearn and share with other care partners. \nFirst Link® support group series in Nanaimo:\nFor caregivers supporting a family member or friend with dementia. \nRegistration required. Call First Link® Dementia Helpline to register: 1-800-936-6033.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/dementia-caregiver-support-group/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults
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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/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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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-2/2026-10-28/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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SUMMARY:Reading Around the World: France
DESCRIPTION:For October\, we are reading books by French authors! \nTravel around the world and expand your reading horizons. No passport required. \nEach month we’ll read from a different country or Canadian province. The location will be pre-selected for the month\, but YOU get to choose any author and title YOU want to read! Then join us to present your own pick and find out what everyone else has read. \nEveryone is welcome. No registration required. \nFind a book by an author from the selected country or province and join us for the discussion.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/reading-around-the-world-france/
LOCATION:Sooke Multipurpose Room\, 6671 Wadams Way\, Sooke\, British Columbia\, V9Z 1A4
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
ORGANIZER;CN="Vicki%20Dolling":MAILTO:vdolling@virl.bc.ca
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