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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/2027-01-02/
LOCATION:In Branch\, 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/2027-01-02/
LOCATION: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/2027-01-02/
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/2027-01-02/
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/2027-01-02/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20270102T150000
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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-2-2027-01-02/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults
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