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SUMMARY:Puzzle Time
DESCRIPTION:Feeling puzzled? Join us at the library for Puzzle Time. Work on our puzzle\, or take one home with you. Enjoy our FREE perks\, use the public computers\, or relax in a comfy chair with a book or magazine. There’s so much to enjoy at the library\, and it’s all FREE! \nQuestions? Call us at 250.281.2263 or visit the library.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/woss-library-puzzle-table/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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SUMMARY:The Great Land Grab Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Island Local History Society and the Nanaimo Museum have partnered to develop a travelling exhibit: The Great Vancouver Island Land Grab. \nThe exhibit introduces visitors to the Esquimalt & Nanaimo (E&N) 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 begins at the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library in June 2026. \nFor more information go to thegreatlandgrab.ca
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/great-land-grab/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Checkmate! It’s an all ages Chess club at the Library every Saturday from 10am until 12pm. Come to learn or come to help teach the next generation of chess players in a casual and friendly environment. \nChess set are provided but feel free to bring your own.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chess-club-3/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T110000
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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/2026-06-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families,Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T130000
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SUMMARY:Paws for Pride Pet Parade
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate community\, inclusivity\, and a love for pets at Sooke’s 3rd Annual Paws for Pride Pet Parade! \nJune 13 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. \nGather with fellow pet lovers at the Vancouver Island Regional Library (parking lot) in Sooke for an 11:00 am muster\, before the parade begins at 11:30 am and makes its way to John Phillips Memorial Park. \nEnjoy dog treats\, fun\, and a welcoming atmosphere for all—because everyone belongs. \n Dogs on leash (off-leash park nearby)\n Celebrate community\, kindness & Pride!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/paws-for-pride-pet-parade/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260613T153000
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SUMMARY:Rohana Laing Reception
DESCRIPTION:Join our current artist on display for a celebration of her show Celebrating Colour currently in our meeting room/gallery for the months of May & June.  Treats provided by Mad Rona’s Coffee Bar thanks to our generous Friends of the Gabriola Library.  Many of you will remember Rohana as a former Gabriolan with her art studio on Duke’s Road.  She now lives in Chemainus and continues to be influenced by her winters spent in Mexico and by her love of textiles and printmaking.  Drop in between 1:30 and 3:30 and say hello!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/rohana-laing-reception/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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