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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260827
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260828
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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/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T110000
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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-4/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T110000
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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-3/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T113000
DTSTAMP:20260925T155528
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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-2/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T163000
DTSTAMP:20260925T155528
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/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T153000
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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-2/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T154500
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CREATED:20260626T002229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T002229Z
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SUMMARY:Raptors Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Come meet an educator and 3 birds of prey from the Duncan Raptors Centre. \nTheir presentation will educate\, illuminate and inspire a sense of personal responsibility for the future of both birds of prey and the planet. \nAll ages.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/raptors-presentation/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T163000
DTSTAMP:20260925T155528
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/2026-08-27/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260827T170000
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SUMMARY:Wrap-Up Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Thursday\, August 27th at 4:00pm to celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Club! There will be medals\, prizes\, a storywalk\, crafts\, and refreshments.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/wrap-up-party-3/
LOCATION:Port Clements Library\, 36 Cedar Avenue West\, Port Clements\, British Columbia\, V0T 1R0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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ORGANIZER;CN="Etchi%20Zaleski":MAILTO:jzaleski@virl.bc.ca
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