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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/2026-11-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261128
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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-2/2026-11-28/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Seniors
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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-3/2026-11-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261128T110000
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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/2026-11-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families,Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261128T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261128T170000
DTSTAMP:20261022T211821
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SUMMARY:Annual Christmas Tree Trimming Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Christmas Tree Trimming Party! \nDrop by to make ornaments\, sip hot chocolate and enjoy some festive tunes! Festive attire is also highly recommended \nAll ages and no registration require
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/annual-christmas-tree-trimming-party/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Everyone,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261128T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261128T170000
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SUMMARY:Family Movie Matinee
DESCRIPTION:Family Movie Matinee at the Library!  \nJoin us at 3:30 PM on the last Saturday of each month for a fun-filled movie afternoon! \nBring the whole family\, cozy up in your pajamas\, and enjoy an afternoon like no other! We’ll have popcorn and drinks to keep everyone refreshed throughout the film. \nThis is a free event—no registration required. Just bring your smiles and a love for family fun!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-movie-matinee/2026-11-28/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Everyone,Families
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