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X-WR-CALNAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://virl.bc.ca
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART:20260308T100000
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20260916T002256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T002256Z
UID:208088-1792022400-1792108799@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do? Check out our Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt! Search for the images hidden in the Kids’ Area of the Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.) to solve a puzzle. Once you’ve got the answer\, you can enter our prize draw until closing on Friday\, October 23. We’ll pick a winner on October 24.  Good luck!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crispy-cool-fall-scavenger-hunt/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20261013T225711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T225903Z
UID:209566-1792022400-1792108799@virl.bc.ca
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-2/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T111500
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20251018T190307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T190307Z
UID:205173-1792060200-1792062900@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Good Morning Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Bring your littlest ones to the library for stories\, songs\, rhymes\, and movement. Thursday mornings in the Nell Horth meeting room attached to the Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.). Best for kids 0-5 years old. No registration required. Everyone welcome!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/good-morning-storytime-2/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T110000
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20260409T234104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T234104Z
UID:207423-1792060200-1792062000@virl.bc.ca
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-4/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T110000
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20260812T215724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T215724Z
UID:205573-1792060200-1792062000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime at Nanaimo North
DESCRIPTION:Join us for stories\, songs\, fingerplays\, felt activities and more.  Geared towards children aged 0 – 6 years and their families. \nEvery Thursday at 10:30 AM from September 10 – November 19.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-at-nanaimo-north/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T113000
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20260904T204133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T204133Z
UID:207782-1792060200-1792063800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Parent-Child Mother Goose
DESCRIPTION:Parent-Child Mother Goose sessions at the South Cowichan Library in Mill Bay are playful experiences for children 0-2 and their adults. \n\nTraditional play: parent-child interactions without toys\nActivities that enrich parent-child lives and relationships\nRhymes & songs\nStory-telling\nLiteracy\n\nNo cost to families\, no registration required. DROP INS WELCOME \nBrought to you by the Cowichan Valley Mother Goose Community Collaborative
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/parent-child-mother-goose/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Parent-Child-Mother-Goose.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T110000
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20261014T184012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T184012Z
UID:209733-1792060200-1792062000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Babytime
DESCRIPTION: Join us for stories\, songs\, and rhymes! Ages 0-2 and their caregivers.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/babytime-4/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T113000
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:187076-1792062000-1792063800@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-2/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T120000
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20261015T201829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T201829Z
UID:209921-1792062000-1792065600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pop-Up Play! (PacificCARE CCRR)
DESCRIPTION:Join our friends from PacificCARE CCRR for a fun themed pop-up playroom in our multi-purpose space!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/pop-up-play-pacificcare-ccrr/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee%20Gaudet":MAILTO:rgaudet@virl.bc.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T163000
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20251016T235956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T183041Z
UID:188834-1792074600-1792081800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:LEGO® Club
DESCRIPTION:Kids\, join us for creative building fun! We provide the LEGO®. \nThis is a free drop-in event. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T170000
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20260901T200154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T200154Z
UID:207356-1792078200-1792083600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Crafternoon & DIY
DESCRIPTION:Join our hardy band of crafters for Crafternoons every Thursday for fun\, friendship\, and inspiration. Borrow a book or video and learn new crafts\, or get help in a friendly\, open setting. See you there!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crafternoon-diy/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T163000
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20260905T205659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T205659Z
UID:207525-1792078200-1792081800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Children's Author Reading: Krystine Elliason and Macie the Dog
DESCRIPTION:Kids\, meet Vancouver Island author Krystine Elliason and her service dog\, Macie! Krystine will also read about Macie from her children’s book\, Macie’s Adventures: The Way Home.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/childrens-author-reading-krystine-elliason-and-macie-the-dog/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Macies-Adventures.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T163000
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20260918T215501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T215501Z
UID:208160-1792078200-1792081800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Create with LEGO
DESCRIPTION:Join us for building! Bring your imagination and creativity — we’ll supply the bricks.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/create-with-lego-6/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Everyone,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T170000
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20260821T000730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T171024Z
UID:206214-1792080000-1792083600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:BC Shakeout Day Earthquake Lab
DESCRIPTION:Do you think you and your team can build a structure that would withstand an earthquake? \nJoin our Earthquake STEAM Lab and put your construction and engineering skills to the test! \nAges 7+ \nSign up at the desk or by emailing kparker@virl.bc.ca
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/bc-shakeout-day-earthquake-lab/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Tweens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T190000
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20261007T192859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T192859Z
UID:209195-1792083600-1792090800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Textile Arts with Vancouver Island Fibreshed
DESCRIPTION:Come together in community with members of Vancouver Island Fibreshed for a monthly\, hands-on exploration of the textile arts. Learn about local fibre production\, sustainable dyeing\, spinning\, weaving\, and the artistry that connects land to cloth. Bring your own project or learn from fibre mentors. \nEach session features demonstrations\, creative projects\, and conversation about the craft and culture of slow textiles.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/textile-arts-with-vancouver-island-fibreshed-2/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Community Workshop,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261015T184500
DTSTAMP:20261019T083211
CREATED:20260904T202251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T202251Z
UID:207375-1792085400-1792089900@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Think. Play. Connect. \nFriendly games and weekly sessions for all ages. Beginners welcome.\nFree!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chess-club/2026-10-15/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Seniors,Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://virl.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Chess.jpg
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