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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261022
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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/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261022
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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-2/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T110000
DTSTAMP:20261018T064056
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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/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T110000
DTSTAMP:20261018T064056
CREATED:20251003T184401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T195240Z
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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 caregivers. Playtime afterward.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T110000
DTSTAMP:20261018T064056
CREATED:20260508T173622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T193534Z
UID:208287-1792578600-1792580400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us each week for stories\, songs\, puppets and playful activities that help build early literacy skills. For children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. Drop in—everyone is welcome! \nCancelled Sept. 30 for Orange Shirt Day and Nov. 11 for Remembrance Day.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/comox-sing-and-splash-storytime/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T110000
DTSTAMP:20261018T064056
CREATED:20260905T174408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T174408Z
UID:207491-1792578600-1792580400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Baby Time
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Courtenay Library every Wednesday morning from 10:30-11 for Baby Time! A chance for grown-ups to build community with others and a chance for babies to experience the library in a safe and somewhat structured program. We will sing songs\, listen to stories\, and have tons of fun together! \nFor babies 0-18 months with their caregiver. (October 7th to December 16)
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/baby-time/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T113000
DTSTAMP:20261018T064056
CREATED:20260909T002018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T002018Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Child Mother Goose
DESCRIPTION:Join Mother Goose facilitators for songs\, rhymes and fun. For ages 0-2 and their families. \n\n\n\n\nTell Your Friends
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/parent-child-mother-goose-4/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T113000
DTSTAMP:20261018T064056
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:187443-1792580400-1792582200@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-2/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T120000
DTSTAMP:20261018T064056
CREATED:20260914T213605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T213605Z
UID:207902-1792582200-1792584000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Mother Goose Baby Bounce
DESCRIPTION:Babies 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/mother-goose-baby-bounce/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T163000
DTSTAMP:20261018T064056
CREATED:20260909T001711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T001711Z
UID:207655-1792593000-1792600200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:LEGO Club
DESCRIPTION:Calling all architects! Bring your construction skills and we’ll provide the LEGO.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-6/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261021T163000
DTSTAMP:20261018T064056
CREATED:20250205T214054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T233453Z
UID:206113-1792596600-1792600200@virl.bc.ca
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-4/2026-10-21/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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