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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260708
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SUMMARY:Port Hardy Library Adventure Card
DESCRIPTION:Ahoy matey! Shiver me timbers! Treasures await you at the library! \nKids can pick up a Library Adventure Card\, then get a stamp for each adventure they have at the library. A full card of 10 adventures unlocks the Treasure Chest! Plus the full card goes into a draw for a later treasure. \nLibrary adventures include getting a library card\, borrowing a book\, telling library staff about a book they enjoyed\, do a craft… and more! \nAaaargh! The Adventure Card is available during all open hours.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/port-hardy-library-adventure-card/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T110000
DTSTAMP:20260623T182055
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T194054Z
UID:189284-1783506600-1783508400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Babytime
DESCRIPTION:Learn songs\, rhymes\, stories and skills you can use to help your baby get a start on literacy. For ages 0 to 24 months. Children of all abilities and their siblings are welcome.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/babytime/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T110000
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories and fun! This is a free drop-in program for children aged 0 – 5 years and their families and caregivers.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T110000
DTSTAMP:20260623T182055
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T173727Z
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SUMMARY:Comox Sing and Splash Storytime
DESCRIPTION:The library is taking storytime to the park this summer! Songs\, stories\, puppets and more under the lower gazebo  in Marina Park. Come early to get your wiggles out in the playground or stay after and get soaked at the splash pad! Ages 0-5. Drop-in. All are welcome!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/comox-sing-and-splash-storytime/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T113000
DTSTAMP:20260623T182055
CREATED:20260603T224237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T171235Z
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SUMMARY:Roberts Bay Beach Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Let’s explore Roberts Bay together! We’ll have Tina (Shaw Centre for the Salish Sea)\, Duncan (UVic School of Earth and Ocean Science) and Bob (Friends of Shoal Harbour) to answer questions about all of the amazing things you see and find. Bring shoes suitable for beach muck and maybe getting wet. Don’t forget your hat and sunscreen. Anyone interested in learning more about our natural environment is welcome! \nLocation: Meet at the library and we’ll walk over together at 10:15 am or join us at the Robert’s Bay Beach access at the end of Fifth St. Parking is very limited. This is a great day to bus\, bike or walk. \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/roberts-bay-beach-exploration/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T113000
DTSTAMP:20260623T182055
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
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-2/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T120000
DTSTAMP:20260623T182055
CREATED:20260508T174448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T174546Z
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SUMMARY:Comox Mother Goose Baby Bounce
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Marina Park behind the stage on the grass in the shade! \nBabies start learning from birth! Learn rhymes\, tickles\, songs and more. Encourage brain development\, early literacy skills and meet new people while you’re at it! \nThis free program is for kiddos from 0-12 months and their care providers. Siblings are welcome. Drop-in.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/comox-mother-goose-baby-bounce/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T150000
DTSTAMP:20260623T182055
CREATED:20260617T191128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T191128Z
UID:203270-1783519200-1783522800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Space Rover Mission: Intro to Coding at the Wellington Library
DESCRIPTION:Explore simple push-button coding at the library! Guide the astronaut in the lunar rover through the obstacles to grab the space rock and save the day. Are you up for the challenge? For children aged 5 to 8. Drop in\, no registration required. Caregiver participation required for the duration of the program. 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/space-rover-coding-wellington/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T163000
DTSTAMP:20260623T182055
CREATED:20220125T185531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220125T185531Z
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SUMMARY:Nanaimo North LEGO® Club
DESCRIPTION:Use our LEGO® to create a masterpiece. Each month features a different theme and we’ll display your creations in the branch so everyone can see them!  Ages 5-12-ish\, drop-in\, no registration required. \nProgram runs the first Wednesday of every month from 3:30-4:30 PM\, except July’s LEGO Club will be held on July 8th.  The library is closed on Wednesday July 1st for Canada Day. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/nanaimo-north-lego-club/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T163000
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CREATED:20250205T214054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250205T214054Z
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SUMMARY:LEGO Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for LEGO Club! \n  \nDrop in to create anything you can imagine or follow the themed prompt and have your creations displayed in the library! \n  \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-4/2026-07-08/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260708T163000
DTSTAMP:20260623T182055
CREATED:20260616T194922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T225207Z
UID:203074-1783524600-1783528200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Summer Reading Club Activity
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Summer Reading Club! A different activity every week. Come imagine\, explore\, create.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/summer-reading-club/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Tweens
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