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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260813
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260814
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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/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T110000
DTSTAMP:20260819T012434
CREATED:20260515T222141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260515T222141Z
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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 Thursday at 10:30 AM from July 2 – August 27.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/baby-rhyme-time-at-nanaimo-north-3/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T113000
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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-2/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T130000
DTSTAMP:20260819T012434
CREATED:20260618T171653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T203044Z
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SUMMARY:Children's Author Reading: Roz Maclean + "Do You Know the Dark?"
DESCRIPTION:Please join us in celebrating local author Roz Maclean’s Do You Know the Dark?\, the latest in her collection of gorgeous picture books! \nRoz will read to us\, then you can chat with the author\, purchase one of her books\, and stay for a craft! \nThis free event is for everyone.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/childrens-author-reading-roz-maclean-do-you-know-the-dark/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families,Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T140000
DTSTAMP:20260819T012434
CREATED:20250626T233914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250626T233914Z
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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/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T163000
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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/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T153000
DTSTAMP:20260819T012434
CREATED:20260618T210025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T210025Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Reading Club Activity
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Summer Reading Club\, a different activity every week! Imagine\, explore\, create.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/summer-reading-club-activity-2/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T163000
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CREATED:20260616T180149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T180149Z
UID:203055-1786635000-1786638600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Create with LEGO
DESCRIPTION:Join us for building fun! Bring your imagination and creativity\, we’ll supply the bricks.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/create-with-lego-5/2026-08-13/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Everyone
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T163000
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SUMMARY:Estuary Touch and Discover
DESCRIPTION:Join staff from the Cowichan Bay Estuary to learn about things that live in the sea and what we might find on the beach. Best suited for ages 5-12
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/estuary-touch-and-discover/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260813T170000
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UID:205226-1786635000-1786640400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Seasoned pros or fresh newbies\, come play a friendly game or two with us! this is a drop-in event for ages 7-12!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chess-club-7/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Children
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