BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//Vancouver Island Regional Library - ECPv5.16.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://virl.bc.ca
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Vancouver
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20260308T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20261101T090000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260315
DTSTAMP:20260420T020130
CREATED:20260301T003418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T180104Z
UID:195962-1773446400-1773532799@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Nellie Nekton Mysteries
DESCRIPTION:Calling all ocean detectives! Three ocean mysteries (in the style of Encyclopedia Brown) will be posted in the windows in the Kid’s Area of the library from March 14 – March 30: \n\nThe Case of the Seasick Ocean\nThe Case of the Missing Ice Cream\nThe Case of the Muddy Ring.\n\nPick up your field notes pamphlet\, read the mysteries and look for clues. Can you solve all three? \nThis activity is best for ages 8 and up or younger ones with help.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/nellie-nekton-mysteries/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/Can-you-solve-the-Nellie-Nekton-Mysteries-Facebook-Post.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T020130
CREATED:20241005T183222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241005T183222Z
UID:193994-1773482400-1773486000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Fun Time
DESCRIPTION:Sooke is hosting a drop-in Family Fun Time on Saturday mornings! We’ll have board games\, puzzles\, STEAM toys and more set up for a range of ages (mostly 0-5). A chance for self-directed play for young ones and social time for caregivers. Stop by and check it out! \nThere’s no need to register for this fun and free event. \nHope to see you here!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-fun-time/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Untitled-design-2020-03-06T114730.685.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T020130
CREATED:20220823T225940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T225940Z
UID:174279-1773484200-1773489600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Play Day
DESCRIPTION:The Courtenay Library is hosting a drop-in play day on Saturday mornings! \nThe program room will be set up with toys & activities for a range of ages (mostly 0-5). A chance for self-directed play for young ones and social time for caregivers. Stop by and check it out!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-play-day/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/Untitled-design-2020-03-06T114730.685.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T020130
CREATED:20260122T204458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T204458Z
UID:195528-1773484200-1773489600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Books & Bagels
DESCRIPTION:Drop in for a craft\, bagels & fruit\, and storytime then leave with a brand new picture book!  Brought to you by the Friends of the Gabriola Library\, The Hope Center\, & PacificCare Family Enrichment Society.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/books-bagels/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Storytime-6-e1701118526367.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T020130
CREATED:20221028T212940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T212940Z
UID:174281-1773486000-1773487800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family StoryTime
DESCRIPTION:Stories\, rhymes\, action songs\, and more!  Best for 1-4 year olds.  Listening & participating in engaging stories\, songs\, and rhymes help toddlers & preschoolers to develop crucial early language and literacy skills.  Having fun and socializing are also part of every storytime!  See you soon  🙂
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-3/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Storytime-ReturnsWebpage1.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T020130
CREATED:20240823T232258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T232258Z
UID:193980-1773486000-1773487800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Sooke All-Ages Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us at an all-ages family 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! Fun for the whole family\, best suited for children 3-12. \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.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sooke-all-ages-family-storytime/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/female-infant-school-teacher-sitting-on-a-chair-936VA5R-e1547230984695.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T020130
CREATED:20240828T203640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240828T203640Z
UID:194234-1773486000-1773487800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Drop by the library and join Librarian Kaitlin every Saturday morning for stories\, songs and rhymes all around a fun a theme! Fun for the whole Family! \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program.  All ages are welcome!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-10/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/kaitlinstory5-002-scaled-e1662747092480.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T113000
DTSTAMP:20260420T020130
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:186501-1773486000-1773487800@virl.bc.ca
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-2/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Screenshot-2025-09-06-125907.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T020130
CREATED:20260121T010311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T213618Z
UID:192999-1773486000-1773486000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Lego Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturdays for Lego Club fun! Find inspiration and friendship while creating something cool. Every Saturday from 11 am to 1 pm.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-9/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Lego-e1769017306999.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T020130
CREATED:20260303T010509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T010715Z
UID:196139-1773486000-1773500400@virl.bc.ca
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/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families,Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/chess-figures-PNSM5MK-e1543442790712.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T020130
CREATED:20240917T223145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T195620Z
UID:181791-1773487800-1773491400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Sooke Crafts for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Join us Saturdays from 11:30am-12:30pm in our multipurpose room for crafts! This is a free\, drop-in event that does not require registration. Suitable for ages 3-12 years. All ages welcome.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sooke-crafts-for-kids-2025-09-06/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/arts-and-crafts-supplies-e1662748505412.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260314T150000
DTSTAMP:20260420T020130
CREATED:20251213T191427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251213T191427Z
UID:194683-1773496800-1773500400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Paws 4 Stories
DESCRIPTION:Drop in and read a story to licensed St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog\, Pax\, and his handler\, Kattina. ‘Paws4Stories’ is a SJA Therapy Dog Community Service Program that promotes improvement in the reading skills of children.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/paws-4-stories/2026-03-14/
LOCATION:Nanaimo North
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Paws4Stories2025-Facebook-Cover.png
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR