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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918
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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/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240308T221144Z
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SUMMARY:Gardening Questions Answered by Master Gardeners
DESCRIPTION:Drop by the Ladysmith Library to have all your gardening questions answered by Vancouver Island Master Gardeners.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/gardening-questions-answered-by-master-gardeners/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T110000
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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-2-2022-12-16-2024-03-29-2024-08-30/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T223830Z
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SUMMARY:Wildcraft Medicine Author Talk and Herbal Plant Walk with Sheila Anne Wray
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an OUTDOOR herbal medicinal plant walk and INDOOR author talk and reading with special guest Sheila Anne Wray author of Wildcraft Medicine: In the Presence of Wonder: a practical guide to the medicinal gifts of the Earth\, and its traditional lore. \nCome and listen to stories\, learn medicinal knowledge and Western plant wisdom. \nRain or shine so dress appropriately for the weather. Copies of the book will be available for sale. No registration required. \nPlease arrive on time at 10:30 am for the plant walk. Author talk presentation to begin at ~ 11:30 AM.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/wildcraft-medicine-author-talk-and-herbal-plant-walk-with-sheila-anne-wray/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T110000
DTSTAMP:20260819T111631
CREATED:20260812T214349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T214349Z
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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 September 11 – November 20.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/baby-rhyme-time-at-nanaimo-north/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T113000
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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-2/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260819T111631
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/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260918T163000
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CREATED:20260416T195422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260731T233321Z
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SUMMARY:Family Crafternoon
DESCRIPTION:Have fun doing craft projects in our children’s area! We supply the materials. Drop-in for kids of all ages with caregiver.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/kids-crafternoon/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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