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The Great Land Grab Exhibit

The exhibit introduces visitors to the Esquimalt & Nanaimo Railway Land Grant of 1887 — also known as the great …

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Shut Up & Write

All writers welcome to join this very dedicated group of local authors, poets, & beginning writers too!  Work on your …

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Tech Help

Tech Help

Tech Help is here to assist with your laptop, tablet, cellphone or ereader! We can help with streaming movies, downloading …

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Dementia caregiver support group

  • December 2 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm
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    An event every week that begins at 10:30 am on Wednesday, repeating until December 2, 2026

  • Branch: Nanaimo Harbourfront
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Dementia can leave people living with the disease and their care partners feeling isolated. However, you are not alone. There …

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AI Workshop Series

Join us to learn important and current information about Artificial Intelligence. Artificial Intelligence: what is it really? AI in social …

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Knitting Circle

Parksville Library Knitting Group (textile arts)

Drop in Wednesdays 12:30 to 2:30 for Parksville Library's weekly knitting group. Sit. Knit. Sew. Crochet. Chat.  :-)  

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Tech Help

Tech Help

  • December 2 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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    An event every week that begins at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, repeating until December 17, 2026

  • Branch: Masset
  • Venue: Tech Help
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Literacy Haida Gwaii and VIRL are teaming up to offer Tech Help on Thursdays 1-3pm at the library. Bring your …

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Your Voice, Your Wishes: An Introduction to Advance Care Planning

What matters to you deserves to be heard. Join End-of-Life Doula Ally Cooley for a welcoming conversation about identifying what …

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Book a Librarian

South Cowichan Book a Librarian

Do you have questions? Book a Librarian! Interested in exploring a new topic or have a question about how the …

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Book Chat

  • December 2 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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    One event on October 7, 2026 at 2:00 pm

    One event on November 4, 2026 at 2:00 pm

    One event on December 2, 2026 at 2:00 pm

  • Branch: Sidney / North Saanich
  • Venue: Book Chat
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Are you looking for reading suggestions? Do you like to share good books you've read? Join us for a friendly …

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*NEW* Guided Mindfulness Practice

Guided mindfulness practice with Em. Wednesdays from 4-4:30. No cost. Chairs provided, bring just yourself and if you wish a …

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