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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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SUMMARY:Big Dreamer Storywalk
DESCRIPTION:Big Dreamer is a beautifully illustrated children’s book by Sophie Dick is written in both Liq̓ʷala  and English. This storywalk will be set up along the Horse Coral trail at the Quadra Community Centre from January 27th until February 3rd. \nPresented in Partnership with the Quadra Island Literacy Network.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/big-dreamer-storywalk/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Everyone,Families
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories and fun with your little ones. This is a free family drop-in program for babies\, toddlers\, preschoolers\, and their caregivers. Ages 0-5. \nReading and singing are two of the most important activities for building early literacy and language skills\, and we will practice lots of both! Creating an early positive association with books by reading together (or in a fun environment like Storytime!) can help foster a lifelong love of reading.  Rhymes and singing help young developing brains break apart language and make sense of it. Storytime also provides socialization opportunities for both little ones as well as adult caregivers looking to make connections in the community. All around it’s a good time!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-16/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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SUMMARY:Storytime in Sooke
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Storytime for songs\, rhymes\, stories and more as we shake our sillies out and wiggle our waggles away. Connect with other families and strengthen early literacy skills! Best suited for ages 2-5\, but all ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nFamilies are welcome to stay after Storytime for a stay & play. Meet other local families\, and enjoy library toys and activities perfect for little ones! \nIf you have any questions please email us at Sooke@virl.bc.ca.  \nThis is a free\, drop-in program that does not require registration. \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16-2024-03-29-2024-08-30/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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SUMMARY:Baby Rhyme Time at Nanaimo North
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy songs\, stories\, lap bounces\, fingerplays and more during drop-in Baby Rhyme Time at the Nanaimo North branch of the library.  Geared towards babies ages 0-24 months and a parent or caregiver.  Older siblings welcome. \nBaby Rhyme Time will take place every Friday at 10:30 AM from January 9 – February 27.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/baby-rhyme-time-at-nanaimo-north/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260130T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
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SUMMARY:Storytime at Port Hardy Library
DESCRIPTION:New time!! Join us for storytime every day – Tuesday through Saturday – at 11:00.\nNo need to register in advance\, just stop by. It’s free and everyone is welcome!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-at-the-port-hardy-library-2/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260130T113000
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:A program for parents and caregivers with young children. Songs\, rhymes and stories are shared. Suitable for preschool aged children to enjoy and learn together.  No registration. Drop in welcome.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-2/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260130T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260130T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T073937
CREATED:20240316T174205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240316T174205Z
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SUMMARY:Babytime in Sooke
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Babytime for songs\, rhymes\, stories\, and more as we shake our sillies out and wiggle our waggles away. Connect with other families and strengthen early literacy skills! Best suited for ages 0-2. \nFamilies are welcome to stay after Storytime for a stay & play. Meet other local families\, and enjoy library toys and activities perfect for little ones! \nIf you have any questions please email us at Sooke@virl.bc.ca. This is a free\, drop-in program that does not require registration. \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260130T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260130T120000
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Fridays at 11:30-12pm for stories\, songs and felts.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-14/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:Masset Library\, 1700 Hodges Avenue\, Masset\, British Columbia\, V0T 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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ORGANIZER;CN="Etchi%20Zaleski":MAILTO:jzaleski@virl.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260130T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260130T163000
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SUMMARY:Lego Club
DESCRIPTION:Join other kids and their caregivers for an hour’s worth of creative Lego play.  This is a drop-in program for kids of all ages!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-7/2026-01-30/
LOCATION:Port Clements Library\, 36 Cedar Avenue West\, Port Clements\, British Columbia\, V0T 1R0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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ORGANIZER;CN="Veronika%20Higlister":MAILTO:vhiglister@virl.bc.ca
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