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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/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261125
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SUMMARY:The Great Land Grab Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The exhibit introduces visitors to the Esquimalt & Nanaimo 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 will move to the Sooke Library on October 18\, 2026.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/the-great-land-grab-exhibit-2/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T120000
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SUMMARY:My Test Event for Port Hardy
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URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/my-test-event-for-port-hardy-2026-11-25/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone,Families,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T143000
DTSTAMP:20261023T231440
CREATED:20221031T231632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T231632Z
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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/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T150000
DTSTAMP:20261023T231440
CREATED:20190910T203205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190910T203205Z
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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-2/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T153000
DTSTAMP:20261023T231440
CREATED:20260926T232434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T232434Z
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SUMMARY:Practice your English
DESCRIPTION:Let’s speak English! Meet other people who are learning to speak English\, and practice speaking in a relaxed setting. Bring a snack or a drink and join us every Wednesday from 2:30 to 3:30 pm. \nPresented in partnership with the Immigrant Welcome Centre.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/practice-your-english/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T170000
DTSTAMP:20261023T231440
CREATED:20250927T221029Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250927T221029Z
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SUMMARY:Tech-Help Wednesday
DESCRIPTION:Let us help you figure out your device issues.  Whether it’s your laptop\, tablet\, eReader\, or phone – we will do what we can to reduce your frustrations! \nPlease bring your device\, library card\, and any passwords you may need. \nCall 250.247.7878 to book your free\, 30-minute tech appointment.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-wednesday/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261125T170000
DTSTAMP:20261023T231440
CREATED:20260901T192724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T192724Z
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SUMMARY:Needlecraft Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday for Needlecraft Club\, where like-minded crafty individuals come together to share their passion for knitting\, crochet\, embroidery\, sewing\, or any other fiber-based art. Bring your own project and supplies\, or take advantage of our limited supplies. Please note\, no formal instruction is provided. This free\, drop-in program is open to everyone!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/needlecraft-club-3/2026-11-25/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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