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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260820
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260821
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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/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T110000
DTSTAMP:20260924T144509
CREATED:20260409T234104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T234104Z
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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-4/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T110000
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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-3/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T113000
DTSTAMP:20260924T144509
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:186614-1787223600-1787225400@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-2/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T160000
DTSTAMP:20260924T144509
CREATED:20260604T212434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T212434Z
UID:202728-1787230800-1787241600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Trading Card Swap
DESCRIPTION:Have you been collecting trading cards from the library all summer?  Drop in anytime from 1-4 pm for a chance to trade them!  Other activities and crafts included.  All ages welcome. \n(Haven’t collected any trading cards yet this summer?  No problem – come to the event and earn some by completing crafts and activities!)
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/trading-card-swap/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T160000
DTSTAMP:20260924T144509
CREATED:20260617T193803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T193803Z
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SUMMARY:Trading Card Swap at the Wellington Library
DESCRIPTION:Have you been collecting trading cards from the library all summer? Drop in anytime from 1-4 pm  for a chance to trade them! Other activities and crafts included. All ages welcome\, caregiver participation required.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/trading-card-swap-wellington/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T163000
DTSTAMP:20260924T144509
CREATED:20251016T235956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251121T183038Z
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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/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T163000
DTSTAMP:20260924T144509
CREATED:20260618T172305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T203706Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Reading Club Wrap-up Party!
DESCRIPTION:Let’s party! We are excited to celebrate all the efforts of our Summer Reading Club participants! \nJoin us for reading awards\, prize giveaways\, treats\, and a special performance by a surprise mystery guest!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/summer-reading-club-wrap-up-party/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T153000
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CREATED:20260618T210025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T210025Z
UID:203491-1787236200-1787239800@virl.bc.ca
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-2/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T153000
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CREATED:20260801T183937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T183937Z
UID:205271-1787236200-1787239800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Group Art SRC Wrap-Up Party
DESCRIPTION:Create an ocean mural with us! Snacks and all supplies provided.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/group-art-src-wrap-up-party-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260820T163000
DTSTAMP:20260924T144509
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/2026-08-20/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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