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X-WR-CALNAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://virl.bc.ca
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260906
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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/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260906
DTSTAMP:20260921T220130
CREATED:20260820T235546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T235546Z
UID:207068-1788566400-1788652799@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do?\nCheck out our scavenger hunt! Search the library for the hidden images and solve the riddle to be entered into a prize draw! Check back often for a new theme!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fall-in-port-alberni-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T110000
DTSTAMP:20260921T220130
CREATED:20241005T183222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241005T183222Z
UID:183605-1788602400-1788606000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Fun Time
DESCRIPTION:Sooke is hosting a drop-in Family Fun Time on Saturday mornings! We’ll have board games\, puzzles\, STEAM toys and more set up for a range of ages (mostly 0-5). A chance for self-directed play for young ones and social time for caregivers. Stop by and check it out! \nThere’s no need to register for this fun and free event. \nHope to see you here!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-fun-time/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T170000
DTSTAMP:20260921T220130
CREATED:20260720T233507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T225916Z
UID:204888-1788602400-1788627600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Fresh Start: FREE Back To School Event
DESCRIPTION:Kids can start the school year right with a free Haircut\, free Backpack\, free School Supplies\, and Fun ! \nWANT TO SUPPORT FRESH START…? \nVOLUNTEERS: \nContact Barber Dave at That 50’s Barber Shop: 778.441.1985 | thatbarber@gmail.com | or message the Fresh Start Facebook Page. \nDONATE FUNDS: \nAt That 50’s Barber Shop at 16A Victoria Crescent\, Nanaimo. \nOnline at: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/104246 \nCLOTHING & SUPPLIES: \nFresh start is accepting…\n\nNew or gently used Kids’ Clothing and School Backpacks.\nNEW School Supplies. Things like…\n\nglue\, glue sticks\, scissors\, white erasers\, pencil cases\, lunch boxes\npens\, pencils\, felts\, markers\, highlighters\, crayons\, pencil crayons…\ncorrecting tape (white out)\, paper reinforcers\, paper\, graph paper\nrulers\, subject dividers\, duotangs\, pencil sharpeners\n\n\nNO TECH NO TOYS NO GAMES PLEASE\nUsed Notebooks\n\nDonate at That 50’s Barber Shop or the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library\nDonated items will be evaluated individually. If bringing in a box or bag with multiple donations\, please be patient while staff determine which items we can accept.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fresh-start-free-back-to-school-event/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T120000
DTSTAMP:20260921T220130
CREATED:20220823T225940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220823T225940Z
UID:183600-1788604200-1788609600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Play Day
DESCRIPTION:The Courtenay Library is hosting a drop-in play day on Saturday mornings! \nThe program room will be set up with toys & activities for a range of ages (mostly 0-5). A chance for self-directed play for young ones and social time for caregivers. Stop by and check it out!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-play-day/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T110000
DTSTAMP:20260921T220130
CREATED:20260901T164505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T164623Z
UID:206676-1788604200-1788606000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join librarian Renée for 30 minutes of live-action storytime fun.\nWe’ll move our bodies\, wave our scarves\, sing songs\, learn rhymes\, and\, of course read a book or two!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-11/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee%20Gaudet":MAILTO:rgaudet@virl.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T113000
DTSTAMP:20260921T220130
CREATED:20221028T212940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221028T212940Z
UID:183602-1788606000-1788607800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family StoryTime
DESCRIPTION:Stories\, rhymes\, action songs\, and more!  Best for 1-4 year olds.  Listening & participating in engaging stories\, songs\, and rhymes help toddlers & preschoolers to develop crucial early language and literacy skills.  Having fun and socializing are also part of every storytime!  See you soon  🙂
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-3/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T113000
DTSTAMP:20260921T220130
CREATED:20240823T232258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T232258Z
UID:183604-1788606000-1788607800@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Sooke All-Ages Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us at an all-ages family Storytime for songs\, rhymes\, stories\, and more as we shake our sillies out and wiggle our waggles away. Connect with other families and strengthen early literacy skills! Fun for the whole family\, best suited for children 3-12. \nIf you have any questions\, please email us at Sooke@virl.bc.ca.  \nThis is a free\, drop-in program that does not require registration.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sooke-all-ages-family-storytime/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T113000
DTSTAMP:20260921T220130
CREATED:20250906T200244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250906T200244Z
UID:186626-1788606000-1788607800@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-2/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T130000
DTSTAMP:20260921T220130
CREATED:20260121T010311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T010311Z
UID:203515-1788606000-1788613200@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:LEGO Club and Family Fun Time
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturdays for LEGO Club fun! Find inspiration and friendship while creating something cool. Fun activities for the whole family\, every Saturday from 11 am to 1 pm.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-9/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T150000
DTSTAMP:20260921T220130
CREATED:20260303T010509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T010509Z
UID:203930-1788606000-1788620400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Oceanside Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Swing by and join us for a thrilling game of chess! Everyone welcome\, games are provided. \nThe Oceanside Chess club meets every Saturday from 11-3 pm at the Parksville library\, except the first Saturday of the month.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/oceanside-chess-club/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families,Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T120000
DTSTAMP:20260921T220130
CREATED:20260901T164846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T170132Z
UID:206684-1788606000-1788609600@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Open Playroom
DESCRIPTION:After Storytime\, stick around and play!\nEnjoy our array of toys\, meet and play with other families!\nThis is a drop-in\, free-range\, self-directed playtime for younger children and their caregivers.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/open-playroom-5/2026-09-05/
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
ORGANIZER;CN="Renee%20Gaudet":MAILTO:rgaudet@virl.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260905T150000
DTSTAMP:20260921T220130
CREATED:20260820T234622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T170356Z
UID:206173-1788616800-1788620400@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Family Movie Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Join us the first Saturday of the month at 2pm for movies in the library! We’ll be screening lots of family friendly fun flicks! Bring your blankets\, PJS and snacks! \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the event \n  \nThis Month We’re Screening: HOPPERS
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-movie-afternoon-4/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Everyone,Families
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