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SUMMARY:Port Hardy Writers Group
DESCRIPTION:Join other writers to share feedback\, find inspiration\, and support each other. First Saturday of each month.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/port-hardy-writers-group/2026-12-05/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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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/2026-12-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families,Seniors,Teens
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SUMMARY:Death Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Discuss death in a relaxed and confidential space with experienced facilitators.  Cake & coffee provided by Ground Up Cafe thanks to our Friends of the Library.  Registration is required.  Call 247-7878
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/death-cafe/2026-12-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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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/2026-12-05/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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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-2-2026-12-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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SUMMARY:Spanish Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to practice speaking Spanish in a casual setting? Join this community group of learners at the Sooke Library to sit and chat en español en la biblioteca. All levels including beginners are welcome! This is a free\, drop-in program for adults.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/spanish-conversation/2026-12-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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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/2026-12-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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