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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Vancouver Island Regional Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
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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/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
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SUMMARY:Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do? Check out our Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt! Search for the images hidden in the Kids’ Area of the Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.) to solve a puzzle. Once you’ve got the answer\, you can enter our prize draw until closing on Friday\, October 23. We’ll pick a winner on October 24.  Good luck!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crispy-cool-fall-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T110000
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SUMMARY:Babytime
DESCRIPTION:Learn songs\, rhymes\, stories and skills you can use to help your baby get a start on literacy. For ages 0 to 24 months. Children of all abilities and their siblings are welcome.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/babytime/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T110000
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CREATED:20251003T184401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T195239Z
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SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories and fun! This is a free drop-in program for children aged 0 – 5 years and their caregivers. Playtime afterward.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T110000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T193533Z
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SUMMARY:Comox Family Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join us each week for stories\, songs\, puppets and playful activities that help build early literacy skills. For children ages 0–5 and their caregivers. Drop in—everyone is welcome! \nCancelled Sept. 30 for Orange Shirt Day and Nov. 11 for Remembrance Day.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/comox-sing-and-splash-storytime/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T113000
DTSTAMP:20261019T122405
CREATED:20260909T002018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T002018Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Child Mother Goose
DESCRIPTION:Join Mother Goose facilitators for songs\, rhymes and fun. For ages 0-2 and their families. \n\n\n\n\nTell Your Friends
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/parent-child-mother-goose-4/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T113000
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CREATED: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-2/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T163000
DTSTAMP:20261019T122405
CREATED:20260909T001711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T001711Z
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SUMMARY:LEGO Club
DESCRIPTION:Calling all architects! Bring your construction skills and we’ll provide the LEGO.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-6/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T163000
DTSTAMP:20261019T122405
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T233453Z
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SUMMARY:LEGO Club
DESCRIPTION:Join us for LEGO Club! \n  \nDrop in to create anything you can imagine or follow the themed prompt and have your creations displayed in the library! \n  \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-4/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T163000
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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/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T163000
DTSTAMP:20261019T122405
CREATED:20260908T235434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T235434Z
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SUMMARY:Puppet Shows
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the library on Wednesday\, September 23 at 3:30 for 2 puppet shows: “What’s My Superpower” inspired by Aviaq Johnston’s book\, and “The Little Hummingbird” inspired by Michael Nicoll Yahgulanaas’ book.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/puppet-shows/
LOCATION:Masset Library\, 1700 Hodges Avenue\, Masset\, British Columbia\, V0T 1M0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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ORGANIZER;CN="Etchi%20Zaleski":MAILTO:jzaleski@virl.bc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260923T163000
DTSTAMP:20261019T122405
CREATED:20260911T221123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T221123Z
UID:207853-1790177400-1790181000@virl.bc.ca
SUMMARY:Pirate Day at Port McNeill Library
DESCRIPTION:Ahoy there\, Matey! Come to the Port McNeill Library for pirate-themed activities! Find out your pirate name\, make your own treasure map and more. Arrrr!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/pirate-day-at-port-mcneill-library/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families,Tweens
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