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SUMMARY:Paws and Tales: Read to Rosie
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Rosie\, one of our furry library assistants! \nPaws and Tales is a reading program for kids ages 7 and up. Young readers can bring a book and sign up for a 20-minute reading session with Rosie\, a certified therapy dog from the Pacific Animal Therapy Society. \nRosie is a patient and friendly listener who loves stories and meeting new friends. This program helps children practice reading aloud with a comforting companion\, build confidence\, and make reading a fun experience. \nTo register\, visit the branch or call 250-642-3022 to book a 20-minute slot. An adult must accompany each child. \nThe Pacific Animal Therapy Society has been providing compassionate pet therapy to Vancouver Islanders for over 35 years. \n(Note: Rosie is the one wearing a scarf; her human is Barb.)
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/paws-and-tales-read-to-rosie/2026-01-11/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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SUMMARY:STEAM Tinker Sundays
DESCRIPTION:Families: join us on Sundays for an afternoon of tinkering! Come by and play with Lego\, Keva Planks\, Gravitrax\, 3D Magnetic Builders and more! Explore activities relating to science\, technology\, engineering\, arts and math\, and meet other like-minded people. \nThis is a free\, drop-in event. Best suited for school-aged children and their families.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tinker/2026-01-11/
LOCATION:Sooke Multipurpose Room\, 6671 Wadams Way\, Sooke\, British Columbia\, V9Z 1A4
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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