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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/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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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/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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SUMMARY:Baby Time
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Courtenay Library every Wednesday morning from 10:30-11 for Baby Time! A chance for grown-ups to build community with others and a chance for babies to experience the library in a safe and somewhat structured program. We will sing songs\, listen to stories\, and have tons of fun together! \nFor babies 0-18 months with their caregiver. (October 7th to December 16)
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/baby-time/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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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-2/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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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-6/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children,Families
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SUMMARY:Reading Buddies
DESCRIPTION:Children in Kindergarten to Grade 4 are invited to practice their reading by signing up for a one hour session with one of the library’s teen volunteers.  Sessions include one-on-one reading time as well as fun literacy-related games and activities. \nFALL SCHEDULE: \nFridays 3-4 PM \nSaturdays 1-2 PM \n(October 16 – December 12) \nAdvanced registration required.  Reserve a spot today by phoning or emailing the branch:  250-933-2665 / NanaimoNorth@virl.bc.ca \nReading Buddies is a reading program where children are paired up with a TAG (Teen Advisory Group) volunteer for one-on-one reading sessions in a safe\, fun and friendly environment.  Reading Buddies is not a tutoring program; teen volunteers do not teach children how to read.  Instead\, children develop reading skills by connecting with a big buddy who can show them how much fun reading can be. 
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/reading-buddies-2-2026-11-11/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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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/2026-11-11/
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children
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