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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-2/2026-11-11/
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-14/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors
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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/2026-11-11/
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-2/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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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 \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/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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