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SUMMARY:Teen Haiku Contest
DESCRIPTION:Teens (ages 13 to 18)\, write a haiku poem for a chance to win great prizes. One original poem per person. Enter online at Haiku Contest – Asian Heritage Month 2026 – Fill out form.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/haikucontest/2026-05-23/
CATEGORIES:Teens
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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/2026-05-23/
CATEGORIES:Adults,Children,Everyone,Families,Seniors,Teens
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SUMMARY:Robotics Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Drop in anytime between 2 – 4 pm to see robots in action and learn about FIRST® robotics from local Nanaimo teams. This Robotics Showcase is geared towards children & teens (ages 6-18 years). Robot demonstrations\, hands on coding\, and more! \nBrought to you by members of: \n\nFIRST® LEGO® League Challenge (ages 9 – 14)\nFIRST® Tech Challenge (ages 12 – 18)\n\nNo registration necessary.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/robotics-showcase/
LOCATION:Nanaimo North
CATEGORIES:Children,Teens,Teens & Tweens,Tweens
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SUMMARY:Needlecraft Circle
DESCRIPTION:Do you love embroidery\, knitting or crocheting? How about beading or other needlecraft? Join our needlecraft circle every Saturday at 3 pm for help\, inspiration and friendship!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/needlecraft-circle-2/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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