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SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DESCRIPTION:Calling all young authors! It’s time to submit your most spine-tingling terrifying tale! This youth writing contest begins September 17 and runs until October 17 at 6pm. \nThe age groups are 8-10 years\, 11-14 years\, and 15-18 years with winners from each age group on Quadra Island receiving a published copy of the “Terrifying Tales” book.  A copy of this years ‘Terrifying Tales” will also be added to the Library collection. \nContest Rules; \nLimit of 800 words per story\, with the theme “Terrifying”.\nLimit of one story per writer.\nStory must be an original piece of your own work. No AI use or plagiarism.\nIndividual entries only! Group or class submissions will not be accepted.\nAll submissions must be sent by email\, in the body of the email\, to the Quadra Island Library – quadraisland@virl.bc.ca
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/terrifying-tales/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens,Teens & Tweens
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SUMMARY:Kanopy Flicks Movie Afternoon
DESCRIPTION:Every last Tuesday of the month.  For August the movie is “Portrait of a Lady on Fire.”  Free popcorn offered.  Kanopy is our free public library streaming film service which any library member can access from home.  To find out more go to our website and search for Kanopy.
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/kanopy-flicks-movie-afternoon/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults,Seniors,Teens
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SUMMARY:The Mockingjay Society
DESCRIPTION:Do you love the Hunger Games? Do you want to debate key plot elements with others who love it just as much as you? \nBeginning September 29th\, we’ll be reading the series together in order\, with themed activities\, crafts and snacks each month! \nOpen to ages 12+ \nEmail kparker@virl.bc.ca to register\, get more details and request a copy of the book!
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/the-mockingjay-society/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens
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