BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CalDiscovery//caldiscovery//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH DESCRIPTION:Nanaimo: Saturday (Sat Sep 19\, America/Vancouver). Rolling: t he window moves forward every day\, so subscribe rather than download. Dis covered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscovery.com). Event d etails belong to their publishers. Contains information from CalDiscovery\ , which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. SOURCE:https://caldiscovery.com/nanaimo-bc/saturday.ics X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT12H REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT12H X-WR-CALDESC:Nanaimo: Saturday (Sat Sep 19\, America/Vancouver). Rolling: the window moves forward every day\, so subscribe rather than download. Di scovered and maintained by CalDiscovery (https://caldiscovery.com). Event details belong to their publishers. Contains information from CalDiscovery \, which is made available under the ODbL 1.0. X-WR-CALNAME:Nanaimo · Saturday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001 DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:206203-1788220800-1790812799@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community 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 ente red into a prize draw! Check back often for a new theme! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fall-in-port-alberni-scavenger-hunt/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:September Event Line up DTSTART:20260901T150000Z DTEND:20261001T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T000820Z UID:5949-1788249600-1790809200@www.simonholt.ca CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:🎉 SEPTEMBER AT SIMONHOLT — LIVE MUSIC\, JAZZ\, KARAOKE\, MAGIC\, CRAFTS & NEW CONNECTIONS! 🎉 \nSeptember is packed with reasons to get out\, meet people\, enjoy great food and drinks\, and experience so mething different at Simonholt! From live music and jazz to karaoke\, craf ts\, magic and speed dating\, there’s something happening throughout the month. \n✨ Friday\, Sept. 4 — Magic Show Special Event | $15Experienc e the fun and surprise of close-up magic while enjoying your Friday night at Simonholt.⏰ 6:30–7:30 PM \n🎸 Sunday\, Sept. 6 — Jazz Night | $ 30The Elliot Freedman Group with special guest John Stowell⏰ 7:30–9:30 PM \n🌴 Friday\, Sept. 11 — Cheko Soto & Band | $15A high-energy Live Reggae Night⏰ 7:30–9:30 PM \n🎷 Saturday\, Sept. 12 — SAX DJ LIVE | $15Featuring Howard Anderson — sax\, DJ energy and a great night out ⏰ 7:30–9:30 PM \n🎤 Sunday\, Sept. 20 — Karaoke Night | FREEGrab t he mic\, bring your friends and sing your favourite hits!⏰ 6:30–9:30 P M \n🎨 Wednesday\, Sept. 23 — Craft Night | $25–$28Lost Arts Club pr esents Gemstone Crafts — create\, connect and have fun. All ages welcome !⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM \n🤠 Saturday\, Sept. 26 — The Pontiac Bandits | $ 15Live music\, cold drinks and Saturday-night energy⏰ 7:30–9:30 PM \n ❤️ Sunday\, Sept. 27 — Speed Dating 55+ | $25Suggested age 55+\, but all adults are welcome. Your ticket includes one complimentary drink.🚪 Doors 5:00 PM | Dating starts 5:30 PM \n✨ PLUS — FREE MAGIC EVERY FRI DAY!Make Simonholt your Friday destination for a little magic with dinner and drinks. \nSeptember isn’t just about coming out for an event — it ’s about music\, laughter\, creativity\, meeting new people and building community right here in Nanaimo. Come for dinner\, stay for the experienc e\, and make a night of it! \n📍 Simonholt Restaurant6582 Applecross Rd. \, Nanaimo\, BC📞 Reservations: 250-933-3338 \nGreat Food. Great Drinks. Live Entertainment. Good Company.See you this September at Simonholt! 🎶✨ LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000820Z LOCATION:SIMONHOLT Food\, Drink & Live Music Restaurant\, 6582 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9V 0A4\, Canada URL:https://www.simonholt.ca/event/september-event-line-up/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:SIMONHOLT Restaurant | FOOD\, DRINK\, LIVE MUSIC X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.simonholt.ca/event/nanaimo-international-jazz-fes tival END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Westshore Recovery Retreat 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261014 DTSTAMP:20260807T055536Z UID:25549-1789084800-1791935999@nanaimoaa.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:April 6th\, 2023 \nIntergroup is now meeting every second Tue sday at 6pm on Zoom. Zoom info can be found on Nanaimoaa.org’s Events ca lendar. Intergroup is still looking to fill its Newsletter Chair and Archi ves Chair positions. Please contact the Intergroup office if you’re inte rested. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055536Z LOCATION:3498 Luxton Road\, 3498 Luxton Road\, Langford\, BC\, V9C 2Y3\, C anada URL:https://nanaimoaa.org/event/westshore-recovery-retreat-2/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:MIIS X-SOURCE-URL:https://nanaimoaa.org/meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Port Alberni Rally DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260918 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921 DTSTAMP:20260814T180616Z UID:25572-1789689600-1789948799@nanaimoaa.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:April 6th\, 2023 \nIntergroup is now meeting every second Tue sday at 6pm on Zoom. Zoom info can be found on Nanaimoaa.org’s Events ca lendar. Intergroup is still looking to fill its Newsletter Chair and Archi ves Chair positions. Please contact the Intergroup office if you’re inte rested. LAST-MODIFIED:20260814T180616Z LOCATION:3720 moore rd port alberni\, 3720 moore road\, port alberni\, bri tish columbia\, Canada URL:https://nanaimoaa.org/event/port-alberni-rally/?utm_source=caldiscover y&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:MIIS X-SOURCE-URL:https://nanaimoaa.org/meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Puzzle Time DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:196559-1789776000-1789862399@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Feeling puzzled? Join us at the library for Puzzle Time. Work on our puzzle\, or take one home with you. Enjoy our FREE perks\, use the public computers\, or relax in a comfy chair with a book or magazine. Ther e’s so much to enjoy at the library\, and it’s all FREE! \nQuestions? Call us at 250.281.2263 or visit the library. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/woss-library-puzzle-table/2026-09-19/?utm_sou rce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Port Hardy Library Adventure Card DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260902T000220Z UID:198067-1789776000-1789862399@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Ahoy matey! Shiver me timbers! Treasures await you at the libr ary! \nKids can pick up a Library Adventure Card\, then get a stamp for ea ch adventure they have at the library. A full card of 10 adventures unlock s the Treasure Chest! Plus the full card goes into a draw for a later trea sure. \nLibrary adventures include getting a library card\, borrowing a bo ok\, telling library staff about a book they enjoyed\, do a craft… and m ore! \nAaaargh! The Adventure Card is available during all open hours. LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000220Z LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/port-hardy-library-adventure-card/2026-09-19/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Pirate Week at the Port Hardy Library DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:206380-1789776000-1789862399@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Ahoy there\, Matey! Come to the Port Hardy Library for pirate- themed adventure! Storytimes\, scavenger hunts\, and a special Pirate Pass port. Find all the gold coins to unlock treasure. We’ll have pirate fun all week long\, so drop in any time. Arrrr! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/pirate-week-at-the-port-hardy-library/2026-09 -19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z UID:207082-1789776000-1789862399@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community 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 ente red into a prize draw! Check back often for a new theme! LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T000232Z LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fall-in-port-alberni-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-1 9/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nanaimo North Teen Photo Contest DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260920 DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z UID:206609-1789776000-1789862399@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Attention teen photographers and nature lovers!  Nanaimo Nort h’s Teen Advisory Group is running a Teen Photography contest!  The the me is NATURE and we invite teens to submit their photos.  You could win a $50 gift card of your choice or a bookish gift basket!  Here’s the rul es and how to enter: \nThe Rules: \n\nMaximum 2 photos per person.\nAll en tries must be received by 11:59 pm on Friday\, October 16 2026.\nYou must be 12-18 years old on October 16th to be eligible for a prize.\nYou must l ive in Vancouver Island Regional Library’s service area.\nPhotos must be taken between Sept. 19 and Oct. 16th.  No past projects or resubmitted p rojects allowed.\nPhotos must be taken by you.  No copyrighted images or photos taken by others.\nWhen submitting photos\, please avoid any identif ying human features\, such as faces.\nNo AI generated photos\, no AI add-o ns\, no Photoshop.\nAdjusting your photo(s) exposure\, contrast\, etc. in your camera app is acceptable.\n\nHow to Enter: \n\nSubmit your photos to nanaimonorth@virl.bc.ca .  Please include the following information in yo ur entry.  If you want\, you can copy and paste the following fields into your email entry so you don’t forget anything:\n\nName:\nPhone Number:\ nEmail address:\nAge:\n\n\n\nHow will the contest by judged? \nThis contes t will be judged by Nanaimo North’s Teen Advisory Group (TAG).   TAG i s a library leadership and advocacy group made up of teen volunteers in gr ades seven through twelve.  TAG members will vote for their favorite phot os.  All Nanaimo North TAG members are eligible to vote\, except for thos e that have chosen to participate in the contest instead. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182528Z LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/teen-photo-contest/2026-09-19/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales DTSTART:20260919T150000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z UID:207095-1789804800-1789840800@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Calling all young authors! It’s time to submit your most spi ne-tingling terrifying tale! This youth writing contest begins September 1 7 and runs until October 17 at 6pm. \nThe age groups are 8-10 years\, 11-1 4 years\, and 15-18 years with winners from each age group on Quadra Islan d receiving a published copy of the “Terrifying Tales” book.  A copy of this years ‘Terrifying Tales” will also be added to the Library col lection. \nContest Rules\; \nLimit of 800 words per story\, with the theme “Terrifying”.\nLimit of one story per writer.\nStory must be an origi nal piece of your own work. No AI use or plagiarism.\nIndividual entries o nly! Group or class submissions will not be accepted.\nAll submissions mus t be sent by email\, in the body of the email\, to the Quadra Island Libra ry – quadraisland@virl.bc.ca LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T000232Z LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/terrifying-tales/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldi scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Work Party DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z UID:1n157cfgofo8mmvuge2lsb8fso@google.com CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T124453Z LOCATION:Makerspace Nanaimo\, 2221 McGarrigle Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9S 4M4\, Canada X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Art For Kids DTSTART:20260919T163000Z DTEND:20260919T193000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z UID:bcn5lm4kseb4079h99gvtdni7c@google.com CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Check http://www.nanaimoartgallery.com for more information LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z LOCATION:Nanaimo Art Gallery\, 150 Commercial St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 5G6\, Canada X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Outdoor Yoga at the NALT Nursery! CANCELLED DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T182759Z UID:4850-1789812000-1789815600@nalt.bc.ca CATEGORIES:wellness DESCRIPTION:Our apologies\, the September 19th event has been cancelled. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182759Z LOCATION:Native Plant Nursery\, 3145 Frost Road\, Nanaimo\, BC\, V9X 1S7\, Canada URL:https://nalt.bc.ca/events-calendar/outdoor-yoga-at-the-nalt-nursery-3/ ?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:NALT X-SOURCE-URL:https://nalt.bc.ca/events-calendar/city-of-nanaimo-ice-skatin g-fiesta END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Fun Time DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:185020-1789812000-1789815600@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community,family,free DESCRIPTION:Sooke is hosting a drop-in Family Fun Time on Saturday morning s! We’ll have board games\, puzzles\, STEAM toys and more set up for a r ange 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 n eed to register for this fun and free event. \nHope to see you here! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-fun-time/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldis covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Reader's Choice: A Different Kind of Book Club DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:189510-1789812000-1789817400@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Do you love reading\, but don’t want to be told what to read ? This book club is for you! Read whatever you want\, then chat with other readers. \nThird Saturday of each month. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/readers-choice-a-different-kind-of-book-club/ 2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Chess Club DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:201472-1789812000-1789819200@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:gaming DESCRIPTION:Checkmate! It’s an all ages Chess club at the Library every Saturday from 10am until 12pm. Come to learn or come to help teach the nex t generation of chess players in a casual and friendly environment. \nChes s set are provided but feel free to bring your own. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chess-club-3/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z UID:207199-1789812000-1789840800@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Calling all young authors! It’s time to submit your most spi ne-tingling terrifying tale! This youth writing contest begins September 1 7 and runs until October 17 at 6pm. \nThe age groups are 8-10 years\, 11-1 4 years\, and 15-18 years with winners from each age group in Gold River r eceiving a published copy of the “Terrifying Tales” book.  A copy of this years ‘Terrifying Tales” will also be added to the Library collec tion. \nContest Rules\; \n\nLimit of 800 words per story\, with the theme “Terrifying”.\nLimit of one story per writer.\nStory must be an origin al piece of your own work. No AI use or plagiarism.\nIndividual entries on ly! Group or class submissions will not be accepted.\nAll submissions must be sent by email\, in the body of the email\, to the Gold River Library – goldriver@virl.bc.ca LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T000232Z LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/terrifying-tales-5/2026-09-19/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Fun Morning DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T181918Z UID:134111-1789812000-1789819200@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Drop into the library anytime between 10 am and 12 pm for some fun activities to enjoy with your friends and family.  We’ll have a se lection of self-serve stations set up for you to pick and choose from.  B oard games\, LEGO\, toys\, crafts and more! \nAll ages welcome. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T181918Z LOCATION:6250 Hammond Bay Road\, Nanaimo\, BC\, British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-fun-morning/?utm_source=caldiscovery&u tm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gabriola Farmer's Market DTSTART:20260919T170000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z UID:n6js8ldu2n3mhl8hdg12q61kis@google.com CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T124453Z LOCATION:AGI Hall\, Gabriola Island X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Play Day DTSTART:20260919T173000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:185015-1789813800-1789819200@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:The Courtenay Library is hosting a drop-in play day on Saturda y 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 one s and social time for caregivers. Stop by and check it out! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:British Columbia URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-play-day/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldis covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Storytime DTSTART:20260919T173000Z DTEND:20260919T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180221Z UID:206679-1789813800-1789815600@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join librarian Renée for 30 minutes of live-action storytime fun.\nWe’ll move our bodies\, wave our scarves\, sing songs\, learn rhym es\, and\, of course read a book or two! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180221Z LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-11/2026-09-19/?utm_source=ca ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mother Goose Story-time DTSTART:20260919T173000Z DTEND:20260919T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260912T002407Z UID:207835-1789813800-1789817400@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Visit the Port McNeill branch every Saturday at 10:30 am for f ree songs and stories with Mother Goose. It’s fun for the whole family! \nPresented in partnership with Mount Waddington Family Literacy Society. LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T002407Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/mother-goose-story-time/?utm_source=caldiscov ery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family StoryTime DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:185017-1789815600-1789817400@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Stories\, rhymes\, action songs\, and more!  Best for 1-4 yea r olds.  Listening & participating in engaging stories\, songs\, and rhym es help toddlers & preschoolers to develop crucial early language and lite racy skills.  Having fun and socializing are also part of every storytime !  See you soon  🙂 LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-3/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscove ry&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sooke All-Ages Family Storytime DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:185019-1789815600-1789817400@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:family DESCRIPTION:Join us at an all-ages family Storytime for songs\, rhymes\, s tories\, 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 quest ions\, please email us at Sooke@virl.bc.ca.  \nThis is a free\, drop-in p rogram that does not require registration. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sooke-all-ages-family-storytime/2026-09-19/?u tm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Storytime at Port Hardy Library DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T183000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:186636-1789815600-1789817400@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:family 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! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-at-the-port-hardy-library-2/2026-09 -19/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:LEGO Club and Family Fun Time DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:203517-1789815600-1789822800@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturdays for LEGO Club fun! Find inspiration and f riendship while creating something cool. Fun activities for the whole fami ly\, every Saturday from 11 am to 1 pm. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-9/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldiscove ry&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Oceanside Chess Club DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:203932-1789815600-1789830000@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:gaming DESCRIPTION:Swing by and join us for a thrilling game of chess! Everyone w elcome\, games are provided. \nThe Oceanside Chess club meets every Saturd ay from 11-3 pm at the Parksville library\, except the first Saturday of t he month. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/oceanside-chess-club/2026-09-19/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Playroom DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180221Z UID:206688-1789815600-1789819200@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community,family DESCRIPTION:After Storytime\, stick around and play!\nEnjoy our array of t oys\, meet and play with other families!\nThis is a drop-in\, free-range\, self-directed playtime for younger children and their caregivers. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180221Z LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/open-playroom-5/2026-09-19/?utm_source=caldis covery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Spanish Conversation DTSTART:20260919T180000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260910T001930Z UID:207709-1789815600-1789819200@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:education DESCRIPTION:Would you like to practice speaking Spanish in a casual settin g? Join this community group of learners at the Sooke Library to sit and c hat en español en la biblioteca. All levels including beginners are welco me! This is a free\, drop-in program for adults. LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T001930Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/spanish-conversation/2026-09-19/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Drop-In Tabletop Gaming DTSTART:20260919T200000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z UID:5ofmuuuigfjcaehqtrcgr10r18@google.com CATEGORIES:gaming LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z LOCATION:Nanaimo Harbourfront Library X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Family Movie Matinee: Where the Wild Things Are DTSTART:20260919T200000Z DTEND:20260919T220000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T180221Z UID:206733-1789822800-1789830000@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:film,theater DESCRIPTION:Help us kick off our Monsters & Mysteries theme this Fall with this lovely film\, based on Maurice Sendak’s award-winning picture book \, Where the Wild Things Are. \n\n\nThis is a great opportunity to introdu ce younger children to a “theatre” experience.\nBring your friends\, o r make some new ones! Quiet activities (like colouring) are welcome. Bring your own snacks! \n\n\nSaturday September 19 \nDoors: 1:00pm\, Showtime: 1:15-3:00 \n\n\nRated PG (for “mild thematic elements\, some adventure a ction and brief language.”) LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180221Z LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-movie-matinee-where-the-wild-things-ar e/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Knitters at the Library DTSTART:20260919T210000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:185016-1789826400-1789833600@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Drop by with your projects and enjoy the company of fellow kni tting enthusiasts! Crochet and other textile arts are also very welcome to join! \nMeets Saturdays from 2 to 4 PM in the Sooke Library lounge by the fireplace. LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/knitters-at-the-library/2026-09-19/?utm_sourc e=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Open Mic Night DTSTART:20260919T210000Z DTEND:20260920T010000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z UID:sg9rf80cmpdabuiklsgef4iark@google.com CATEGORIES:music LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T124453Z LOCATION:Landlubber Pub Ltd\, 2220 Bowen Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9S 1H9\, Canad a X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Teen Advisory Group DTSTART:20260919T213000Z DTEND:20260919T223000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T181918Z UID:111488-1789828200-1789831800@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:CALLING ALL TEENS: meet other like-minded youth in Nanaimo\, g ain community service hours and help organize and facilitate activities at the library!  \nBeing a part of Teen Advisory Group could include partic ipating in\; \n\nTeen Book Club\nGame nights\nTeen tech support\nReading B uddies\nEscape Rooms\nCrafts for kids\nGuest speakers\nThemed activity nig ht\nTAG picks (reading/listening/watching suggestions)\nTeen experts\nTeen advocates\n\n2:30-3:30 PM on the third Saturday of each month \nEmail Nan aimoNorth@virl.bc.ca or apply to be a TAG member at the link below! \nFind out more about VIRL’s Teen Advisory Groups here: https://virl.bc.ca/rea d-watch-listen/audience/teens/teen-advisory-group/ LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T181918Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/teen-advisory-group-2/2026-09-19/?utm_source= caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Hub City Toastmasters DTSTART:20260919T220000Z DTEND:20260919T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z UID:9dtvoh8denj4a8cp8jap6uqm2g@google.com CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z LOCATION:Nanaimo North Library X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Needlecraft Circle DTSTART:20260919T220000Z DTEND:20260920T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:199423-1789830000-1789837200@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:arts DESCRIPTION:Do you love embroidery\, knitting or crocheting? How about bea ding or other needlecraft? Join our needlecraft circle every Thursday at 3 pm for help\, inspiration and friendship! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/needlecraft-circle-2-2026-09-19/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Shelf Care Teen Book Club DTSTART:20260919T223000Z DTEND:20260919T233000Z DTSTAMP:20260911T182631Z UID:165920-1789831800-1789835400@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:literary DESCRIPTION:Do you love reading and want to discuss books with others your age? Look no further! Here at Nanaimo North\, we have a teen book club al ways looking for members. The teen book club will help you expand skills i n speaking\, reading\, and annotation\, all while meeting new friends! \nM eetings are held every 3rd Saturday of the month from 3:30-4:30 pm. \nYou must be 12-18 years old. There will be new themes every month to help you stay engaged! \nEmail nanaimonorth@virl.bc.ca to register. \nUpcoming 202 6 themes: \n\nSeptember: Mythology\nOctober: Mystery LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T182631Z LOCATION:6250 Hammond Bay Road\, Nanaimo\, BC\, British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/shelf-care-teen-book-club/?utm_source=caldisc overy&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Movies & Models: DISASTER! DTSTART:20260919T230000Z DTEND:20260920T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260830T064954Z UID:639d11gk4pi4vm1ghmuvo1ld1l@google.com CATEGORIES:film LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T064954Z X-SOURCE-NAME:dropzonegamesnanaimobc@gmail.com X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dropzonegames.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sing for Joy! DTSTART:20260920T013000Z DTEND:20260920T033000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z UID:cefg3fcji033ivpv64f1hedmms@google.com CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z LOCATION:The Lodge On 4th\, 1127 Fourth Ave\, Ladysmith\, BC V9G 1A6\, Can ada X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Live Music at The Queens DTSTART:20260920T020000Z DTEND:20260920T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z UID:k4s0k25gr3odio34ojucbhbtso@google.com CATEGORIES:music LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z LOCATION:The Queens\, Nanaimo X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Dab that Tune DTSTART:20260920T020000Z DTEND:20260920T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z UID:mrebkmj2r3qm3h83pc4sl2of04@google.com CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T124453Z LOCATION:Jinglepot Licensed Liquor Store\, 2211 Jingle Pot Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 6T9\, Canada X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Jukebox Poker DTSTART:20260920T030000Z DTEND:20260920T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z UID:9u7eigu1l22mikkj8tsr3lhdg0@google.com CATEGORIES:community LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z LOCATION:Landlubber Pub Ltd\, 2220 Bowen Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9S 1H9\, Canad a X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Live Music DTSTART:20260920T040000Z DTEND:20260920T070000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z UID:lpcfso9gt63jh4c11lh8orndsg@google.com CATEGORIES:music LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T124453Z LOCATION:The Well Pub\, 3956 Victoria Ave\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 2E4\, Canada X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR