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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261031
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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-2/2026-10-31/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T150000
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CREATED:20260303T010509Z
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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/2026-10-31/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families,Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T130000
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CREATED:20261009T204321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T204321Z
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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/2026-10-31/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T160000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131854
CREATED:20220906T201151Z
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/2026-10-31/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T153000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131854
CREATED:20260917T002749Z
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SUMMARY:South Cowichan Poetry Group
DESCRIPTION:A bi-weekly poetry group for people to come and share their poetry and learn from each other. Join us for inspiration and encouragement. Experienced poets and new poets welcome. \nFrom 2pm until 3:30ish. Contact Gillian at poetryrocks@proton.me .
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/poetry-group/2026-10-31/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T150000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131854
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LAST-MODIFIED:20261021T202623Z
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SUMMARY:Author reading with T.B. Camp
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Qualicum Library for a special Halloween-season reading with British Columbia author Tyrone Camp. \nCamp will read from his books Dead and the Miser and 31 West Pender\, works of fiction rooted in B.C. history\, street-level survival\, crime\, loyalty\, and the complicated bonds people form when ordinary systems fail them. \nStories from the margins\, written with grit\, memory\, and consequence. \nCamp’s writing explores the darker corners of life with a sharp eye for humour\, danger\, damage\, and unexpected humanity. His stories bring together memorable characters and the history of places shaped by struggle\, loyalty\, and survival. \nThis reading offers an afternoon of darker B.C. stories and a chance to hear Camp’s work in his own voice. \nEveryone is welcome to drop in to this free event.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/author-reading-with-t-b-camp-2/
LOCATION:Qualicum Beach Library\, 660 primrose\, qualicum beach\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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ORGANIZER;CN="Nathan%20McKay":MAILTO:nmckay@virl.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T170000
DTSTAMP:20261108T131854
CREATED:20260407T222505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T222505Z
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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-2-2026-10-31/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T160000
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SUMMARY:CELLOWEEN
DESCRIPTION:Experience the unique sound of over a dozen cellos playing together at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library! The NCM Cello Choir will put you in the mood for the spookiest night of the year with haunting selections including “In The Hall of the Mountain King” and “Hedwig’s Theme”. Come and listen to CELLOWEEN in the Atrium at Nanaimo Harbourfront branch.\n\nThis free concert of ghoulish music is sure to delight listeners of all ages. And\, of course\, audience members are encouraged to come dressed in their favourite Halloween costumes!\n\nEnjoy some family crafts before the music\, and trick-or-treating at the library after!\n\n[All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.]
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/celloween/
LOCATION:Nanaimo Harbourfront
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261031T180000
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UID:206792-1793462400-1793469600@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-2026-10-31/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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