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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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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-2/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Seniors
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261105T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261105T110000
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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-4/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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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/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Families
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261105T113000
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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/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261105T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261105T113000
DTSTAMP:20261019T092318
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-2/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261105T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261105T163000
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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/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261105T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261105T170000
DTSTAMP:20261019T092319
CREATED:20260901T200154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T200154Z
UID:207359-1793892600-1793898000@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/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261105T173000
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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/2026-11-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Everyone,Families,Seniors,Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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