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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:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:196558-1789689600-1789775999@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/2026-09-18/?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:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTSTAMP:20260902T000220Z
UID:198066-1789689600-1789775999@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/2026-09-18/
 ?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:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206379-1789689600-1789775999@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
 -18/?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:20260918
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260919
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207081-1789689600-1789775999@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
 8/?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:Chamber of Commerce - Board Meeting
DTSTART:20260918T143000Z
DTEND:20260918T163000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T000815Z
UID:10000924-1789716600-1789723800@qualicumbeachchamber.com
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:The Board of Directors of the Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commer
 ce will convene for its regular monthly meeting on Friday\, September 18th
 . This internal session provides leadership and board directors a critical
  checkpoint to review and track the ongoing success of community business 
 initiatives across the area.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000815Z
LOCATION:Qualicum Beach Inn\, 2690 Island Hwy W\, Qualicum Beach\, V9K 1G8
 \, Canada
URL:https://qualicumbeachchamber.com/event/chamber-of-commerce-board-meeti
 ng-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc
X-SOURCE-NAME:Qualicum Beach Chamber of Commerce
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.qualicumbeachchamber.com/events/mid-island-busine
 ss-expo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260918T150000Z
DTEND:20260919T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207094-1789718400-1789754400@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/2026-09-18/?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:Gardening Advice from Master Gardeners
DTSTART:20260918T170000Z
DTEND:20260918T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206058-1789725600-1789740000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:outdoors
DESCRIPTION:Vancouver Island Master Gardeners will be at the library to an
 swer all your gardening questions.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/gardening-advice-with-master-gardeners/?utm_s
 ource=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:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260918T170000Z
DTEND:20260919T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207198-1789725600-1789754400@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-5/2026-09-18/?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 Storytime
DTSTART:20260918T170000Z
DTEND:20260918T173000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T181824Z
UID:207437-1789725600-1789727400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories and fun with your little ones. Thi
 s is a free family drop-in program for babies\, toddlers\, preschoolers\, 
 and their caregivers. Ages 0-5. \nReading and singing are two of the most 
 important activities for building early literacy and language skills\, and
  we will practice lots of both! Creating an early positive association wit
 h books by reading together (or in a fun environment like Storytime!) can 
 help foster a lifelong love of reading.  Rhymes and singing help young de
 veloping brains break apart language and make sense of it. Storytime also 
 provides socialization opportunities for both little ones as well as adult
  caregivers looking to make connections in the community. All around it’
 s a good time!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T181824Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-16/2026-09-18/?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:BabyTime
DTSTART:20260918T173000Z
DTEND:20260918T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:rfoci0cesblhskf57bbhrdj7l0@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
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:ToddlerTime
DTSTART:20260918T173000Z
DTEND:20260918T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:36fnhh96ot4igmga39qs5tvnhg@google.com
CATEGORIES:family
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:Storytime in Sooke
DTSTART:20260918T173000Z
DTEND:20260918T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185008-1789727400-1789729200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Storytime for songs\, rhymes\, stories and more as 
 we shake our sillies out and wiggle our waggles away. Connect with other f
 amilies and strengthen early literacy skills! Best suited for ages 2-5\, b
 ut all ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nFamilies 
 are welcome to stay after Storytime for a stay & play. Meet other local fa
 milies\, and enjoy library toys and activities perfect for little ones! \n
 If you have any questions please email us at Sooke@virl.bc.ca.  \nThis is
  a free\, drop-in program that does not require registration.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16-2024-03-29-20
 24-08-30/2026-09-18/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=n
 anaimo-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:Friday Rhyme Time
DTSTART:20260918T173000Z
DTEND:20260918T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:193321-1789727400-1789729200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join Nathan for rhymes\, songs\, bounces and more. Geared for 
 toddlers and babies\, siblings and older kids always welcome too.  No reg
 istration required.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:Qualicum Beach Library\, 660 primrose\, qualicum beach\, British 
 Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/qualicum-baby-and-toddler-time/2026-09-18/?ut
 m_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:Wildcraft Medicine Author Talk and Herbal Plant Walk with Sheila A
 nne Wray
DTSTART:20260918T173000Z
DTEND:20260918T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205356-1789727400-1789736400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:literary
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an OUTDOOR herbal medicinal plant walk and INDOOR 
 author talk and reading with special guest Sheila Anne Wray author of Wild
 craft Medicine: In the Presence of Wonder: a practical guide to the medici
 nal gifts of the Earth\, and its traditional lore. \nCome and listen to st
 ories\, learn medicinal knowledge and Western plant wisdom. \nRain or shin
 e so dress appropriately for the weather. Copies of the book will be avail
 able for sale. No registration required. \nPlease arrive on time at 10:30 
 am for the plant walk. Author talk presentation to begin at ~ 11:30 AM.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/wildcraft-medicine-author-talk-and-herbal-pla
 nt-walk-with-sheila-anne-wray/?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:Baby Rhyme Time at Nanaimo North
DTSTART:20260918T173000Z
DTEND:20260918T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205557-1789727400-1789729200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy songs\, stories\, lap bounces\, fingerplays and more dur
 ing drop-in Baby Rhyme Time at the Nanaimo North branch of the library. Ge
 ared towards babies ages 0-24 months and a parent or caregiver. Older sibl
 ings welcome. \nBaby Rhyme Time will take place every Friday at 10:30 AM f
 rom September 11 – November 20.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/baby-rhyme-time-at-nanaimo-north/2026-09-18/?
 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:Storytime at Port Hardy Library
DTSTART:20260918T180000Z
DTEND:20260918T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186635-1789729200-1789731000@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
 -18/?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:Family Storytime
DTSTART:20260918T180000Z
DTEND:20260918T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T000344Z
UID:207616-1789729200-1789731000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:A program for parents and caregivers with young children. Song
 s\, rhymes and stories are shared. Suitable for preschool aged children to
  enjoy and learn together.  No registration. Drop in welcome.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T000344Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-14/2026-09-18/?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:Babytime in Sooke
DTSTART:20260918T183000Z
DTEND:20260918T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185010-1789731000-1789732800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Babytime for songs\, rhymes\, stories\, and more as
  we shake our sillies out and wiggle our waggles away. Connect with other 
 families and strengthen early literacy skills! Best suited for ages 0-2. \
 nFamilies are welcome to stay after Storytime for a stay & play. Meet othe
 r local families\, and enjoy library toys and activities perfect for littl
 e ones! \nIf you have any questions please email us at Sooke@virl.bc.ca. T
 his is a free\, drop-in program that does not require registration.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke/2026-09-18/?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:Flea Market
DTSTART:20260918T190000Z
DTEND:20260919T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:gvshb9k2k07l221ko4h05prn0k@google.com
CATEGORIES:market
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T124453Z
LOCATION:Wellington Hall\, 3922 Corunna Ave\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 3J7\, Canad
 a
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Chair Yoga with Nora
DTSTART:20260918T200000Z
DTEND:20260918T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260912T002407Z
UID:207819-1789736400-1789740000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:Experienced certified yoga instructor Nora will be on the isla
 nd until October 13\, until then please join her every Tuesday from 1 to 2
 PM in our meeting room/gallery for chair yoga.  Beginners and all levels 
 welcome.  Drop in\, no registration necessary.  Free program as are all 
 library programs!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T002407Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chair-yoga-with-nora/2026-09-18/?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:Tech Help
DTSTART:20260918T203000Z
DTEND:20260918T213000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:201492-1789738200-1789741800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:tech
DESCRIPTION:Tech Help is here to assist with your laptop\, tablet\, cellph
 one or ereader! \nWe can help with streaming movies\, downloading apps or 
 music\, and using online databases. \nDrop-ins are welcome but to be sure 
 of an appointment call the Tahsis Library at 250-934-6621 to book.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-16/2026-09-18/?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:Nintendo Switch Time
DTSTART:20260918T213000Z
DTEND:20260918T234500Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:191142-1789741800-1789749900@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:All year round drop in and play Nintendo Switch on our giant s
 creen in the meeting room.  We have lots of games to choose from or bring
  your own from home.  Best for ages 7+  NO ADULTS PLEASE for kids only.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/after-school-switch-time-2/2026-09-18/?utm_so
 urce=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:Family Crafternoon
DTSTART:20260918T213000Z
DTEND:20260918T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:203856-1789741800-1789749000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:arts,family
DESCRIPTION:Have fun doing craft projects in our children’s area! We sup
 ply the materials. Drop-in for kids of all ages with caregiver.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/kids-crafternoon/2026-09-18/?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:Paws 4 Stories
DTSTART:20260918T220000Z
DTEND:20260918T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:ikrc924lnprp8u15f6s8ks1o1s@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Gabriola Library
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Naloxone Training
DTSTART:20260918T220000Z
DTEND:20260918T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T001807Z
UID:207397-1789743600-1789747200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Learn to use Naloxone from our public health nurse. You could 
 save a life!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001807Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/naloxone-training/2026-09-18/?utm_source=cald
 iscovery&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:Conquest
DTSTART:20260919T000000Z
DTEND:20260919T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055540Z
UID:50vpa8n3b7v0muvh3p8o2f2eps@google.com
CATEGORIES:gaming
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055540Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:dropzonegamesnanaimobc@gmail.com
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dropzonegames.ca
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:Live Music at New York Style Pizza
DTSTART:20260919T010000Z
DTEND:20260919T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:46tsovk72a3ia2sd0btiuojceo@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:New York Style Pizza & Pasta\, 299 Wallace St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 
 5B4\, Canada
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:20260919T020000Z
DTEND:20260919T060000Z
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:Game Night
DTSTART:20260919T020000Z
DTEND:20260919T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:eh74u2kt9h2bd2f4mjifosf0jo@google.com
CATEGORIES:gaming
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:Karaoke
DTSTART:20260919T020000Z
DTEND:20260919T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:1gfi0aiol9cusbramp1iliblso@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
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:Live Music at Simon Holt
DTSTART:20260919T030000Z
DTEND:20260919T050000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:8ifapj21scdm040eh4qgprg6ls@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Simonholt Food & Drink\, 6582 Applecross Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9V 1A
 3\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Music Trivia
DTSTART:20260919T040000Z
DTEND:20260919T060000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:c6anq7cmnqdujhej92ou2bqg94@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
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: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:market
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:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207083-1789862400-1789948799@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/2026-09-2
 0/?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:20260920
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208028-1789862400-1789948799@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/2026-09-20/?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: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
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:NANAIMO — KARAOKE IS BACK!
DTSTART:20260920T150000Z
DTEND:20260921T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T000820Z
UID:5946-1789891200-1789923600@www.simonholt.ca
CATEGORIES:drink,food,free,music
DESCRIPTION:After the huge success of our first two Karaoke Nights\, we’
 re excited to announce the next one!\n\n\n Sunday\, September 20\n 6:30 PM
  – 9:30 PM\n FREE EVENT • NO COVER CHARGE\n\n\nOur first night was pac
 ked with music\, laughter\, amazing singers and incredible energy.  Thank 
 you to everyone who grabbed the mic\, cheered from their tables and made t
 he night such a success!\n\n\nNow it’s time to do it again! \n\n\n Sing 
 your favorite hits\n All voices welcome\n Great food & drinks\n Great peop
 le & great vibes\n\n\nYou don’t have to be a great singer — you just h
 ave to be ready to have a great time!\n\n\n Come for dinner. Stay for Kara
 oke.\n And maybe YOU’ll be the star of the night!\n\n\n Reservations str
 ongly recommended!\n\n\n Simonholt Restaurant\n6582 Applecross Rd.\, Nanai
 mo\n 250-933-3338\n\n\nSUNDAY\, SEPTEMBER 20 — SEE YOU AT THE MIC! \n\n\
 n#Simonholt #KaraokeNight #Nanaimo #NanaimoEvents #SocialSunday #Vancouver
 Island #NanaimoBC
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/nanaimo-karaoke-is-back/?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:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260920T150000Z
DTEND:20260921T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207096-1789891200-1789927200@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/2026-09-20/?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:Birding Walk
DTSTART:20260920T160000Z
DTEND:20260920T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:j812ejctgtkd7j8bfmp1kub5pk@google.com
CATEGORIES:outdoors
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Backyard Wild Bird & Nature Store The\, 6314 Metral Dr\, Nanaimo\
 , BC V9T 2L8\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Walk for Nepal
DTSTART:20260920T170000Z
DTEND:20260920T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T000413Z
UID:10000302-1789898400-1789905600@www.daybreakrotary.ca
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000413Z
URL:https://www.daybreakrotary.ca/event/walk-for-nepal-3/?utm_source=caldi
 scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc
X-SOURCE-NAME:Rotary Club of Nanaimo Daybreak
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.daybreakrotary.ca/event/cheryl-ann-kelly-nanaimo-
 search-rescue
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260920T170000Z
DTEND:20260921T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207200-1789898400-1789927200@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-5/2026-09-20/?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:Halloween Costume Swap
DTSTART:20260920T190000Z
DTEND:20260920T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T000344Z
UID:207631-1789905600-1789920000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:holiday
DESCRIPTION:Spooky season is right around the corner! Have you decided on 
 a Halloween costume yet? \nIf you are looking for a new-to-you costume\, o
 r want to trade in costumes from previous years this is the event for you!
  \nWe will be accepting donations at the front service desk during open ho
 urs. \nCostumes for all ages are welcome! \nPlease ensure that all donated
  items are clean and in good condition. \nYou do not need to donate to att
 end the swap on the 20th! \nWhen you drop off your donations be sure to pi
 ck up one of our Sunday Swap stamp bookmarks! You will earn a stamp each t
 ime you donate to a Sunday Swap! Completed stamp bookmarks will be entered
  into a draw at the end of 2026 for a chance to win a prize!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T000344Z
LOCATION:British Columbia
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/halloween-costume-swap/?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:Lion's Free Skate
DTSTART:20260920T190000Z
DTEND:20260920T203000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:pf3j0vodkelf8se0gfvtrc6hsg@google.com
CATEGORIES:free,sports
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T124453Z
LOCATION:Beban Park Recreation Centre\, 2300 Bowen Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 3
 K7\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Board Game Club
DTSTART:20260920T200000Z
DTEND:20260920T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205645-1789909200-1789920000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to unplug\, meet people in the community\, and
  dive into the exciting world of modern tabletop gaming? Join us at the Co
 urtenay branch for our new Adult Board Game Club! \nWhether you’re a sea
 soned strategist or completely new to the hobby\, you will find a welcomin
 g\, beginner-friendly atmosphere. Local gaming enthusiasts will be on hand
  with a fantastic collection of modern board games\, and they are always h
 appy to teach you the rules—no prior experience required. \nFeel free to
  bring along your own favorite tabletop games to share with the group\, or
  just bring yourself and learn something completely new!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/board-game-club/2026-09-20/?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:Sunday Afternoon Board Game Group
DTSTART:20260920T210000Z
DTEND:20260921T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T181918Z
UID:207308-1789912800-1789927200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:Learn to play new games from the library’s large selection o
 r bring your favourites to play with new people or friends.  Drop-in.  E
 veryone welcome. \n1st and 3rd Sundays from 2-6 pm
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T181918Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sunday-afternoon-board-game-group/2026-09-20/
 ?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:Live Music at Millstone Winery
DTSTART:20260920T220000Z
DTEND:20260921T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:vsr3j076avecosclshpbhs0tuk@google.com
CATEGORIES:drink,music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:2300 E Wellington Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 6V8\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Family Storytime at the Wellington Library
DTSTART:20260920T220000Z
DTEND:20260920T223000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205851-1789916400-1789918200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories\, and fun with your little ones! T
 his is a free drop-in program meant for babies\, toddlers\, preschoolers\,
  and their caregivers.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-wellington/2026-09-20/?utm_s
 ource=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:Shut Up & Write: Nanaimo
DTSTART:20260920T223000Z
DTEND:20260921T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T000220Z
UID:207015-1789918200-1789925400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:literary
DESCRIPTION:Shut Up & Write! is a global community that empowers writers t
 o overcome procrastination\, silence their inner critic\, and make consist
 ent progress on their projects. Our events provide a structured and focuse
 d environment where writers can come together\, set aside distractions\, a
 nd achieve their writing goals. \nMeets every Sunday! \nDrop-ins welcome\,
  registering per session optional: www.meetup.com/shutupandwritenanaimo
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000220Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/shut-up-write-nanaimo/2026-09-20/?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:Live Blues @ The Queens
DTSTART:20260920T230000Z
DTEND:20260921T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:2voj09tqq3snl0734sppf6nhas@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:Glow Bowling
DTSTART:20260920T230000Z
DTEND:20260921T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:92vqta8nbodj47s9iohtins23s@google.com
CATEGORIES:sports
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Brechin Lanes\, 1870 E Wellington Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9S 5X7\, Can
 ada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Gundam Sunday
DTSTART:20260920T230000Z
DTEND:20260921T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055540Z
UID:200tsdu2c49ql7gdje55790hd9@google.com
CATEGORIES:gaming
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055540Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:dropzonegamesnanaimobc@gmail.com
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dropzonegames.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207084-1789948800-1790035199@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/2026-09-2
 1/?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:20260921
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208029-1789948800-1790035199@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/2026-09-21/?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:3D Printing Meetup
DTSTART:20260921T020000Z
DTEND:20260921T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:4qdn718834lmlb39sc3r175r8o@google.com
CATEGORIES:tech
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:Drop in Dance Class
DTSTART:20260921T030000Z
DTEND:20260921T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:4p8qu57d83jobcegnhhv101hhc@google.com
CATEGORIES:dance
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:MGM Restaurant\, 240 Nicol St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 4T2\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260921T150000Z
DTEND:20260922T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207097-1789977600-1790013600@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/2026-09-21/?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:Community Grants Committee
DTSTART:20260921T170000Z
DTEND:20260921T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T092012Z
UID:2852820260921T
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Event Time: 10:00 a.m. Available meeting documents can be view
 ed at Agendas\, Minutes\, & Videos (https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minutes-vide
 os).
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T092012Z
LOCATION:Board Chambers (Webstreamed)
X-SOURCE-NAME:RDN Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://rdn.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Knitting Circle
DTSTART:20260921T170000Z
DTEND:20260921T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:kkklo5guf2qqs0gsqbtrjl71f8@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Mad About Ewe Fine Yarns\, 321 Wesley St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 2T5\,
  Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260921T170000Z
DTEND:20260922T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207201-1789984800-1790013600@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-5/2026-09-21/?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:Community Grants Committee
DTSTART:20260921T170001Z
DTEND:20260921T190001Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T092012Z
UID:2852820260921T070000Z
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Event Time: 10:00 a.m. Available meeting documents can be view
 ed at Agendas\, Minutes\, & Videos (https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minutes-vide
 os).
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T092012Z
LOCATION:Board Chambers (Webstreamed)
X-SOURCE-NAME:RDN Meetings
X-SOURCE-URL:https://rdn.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Storytime
DTSTART:20260921T173000Z
DTEND:20260921T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206088-1789986600-1789988400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join Librarian Ginger for storytime at the Ladysmith Branch. 
  The books and songs are chosen to appeal to people 2-6 years old\, but fo
 lks of all ages are welcome. \nThere is no registration required for this 
 program. \nIf you have any questions\, please feel free to phone us at 250
 -245-2322\, or email ladysmith@virl.bc.ca
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-6/2026-09-21/?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:Coffee Morning
DTSTART:20260921T173000Z
DTEND:20260921T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:192788-1789986600-1789992000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Cowichan Library for free coffee\, tea\, snacks an
 d socializing.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/coffee-morning/2026-09-21/?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:Euchre hosted by Nanaimo Seniors
DTSTART:20260921T200000Z
DTEND:20260921T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:vohjt9o131ncmhqjfju7im0buo@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Bowen Park Complex\, 500 Bowen Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 1Z7\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Accessibility Advisory Team
DTSTART:20260921T203000Z
DTEND:20260921T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T000122Z
UID:10001450-1789997400-1790002800@qualicumbeach.com
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:The Accessibility Advisory Team consists of five to seven memb
 ers appointed by Council based on their experience and credentials\, and t
 o the extent possible\, include representation as follows: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\
 n\nAt least half of the members are persons with disabilities\, or individ
 uals who support\, or are from organizations that support\, persons with d
 isabilities.\nMembers that reflect the diversity of persons with disabilit
 ies in British Columbia.\nAt least one Indigenous Person.\nMembers that re
 flect the diversity of persons in British Columbia.\nAt least one member o
 f Council.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T000122Z
LOCATION:Council Chamber\, 660 Primrose Street\, Qualicum Beach\, BC\, V9K
  2R5\, Canada
URL:https://qualicumbeach.com/event/accessibility-advisory-team/2026-09-21
 /?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc
X-SOURCE-NAME:Qualicum Beach
X-SOURCE-URL:https://qualicumbeach.com/family-day
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Builders' Club at the Wellington Library
DTSTART:20260921T213000Z
DTEND:20260921T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:190885-1790001000-1790008200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Calling all builders! Join us every Monday\, from 2:30-4:30 PM
 \, at the Nanaimo Wellington library. \nWe will have LEGO® bricks\, Magna
 Tiles\, and more for fun and creative hands-on play. \nAges 3+ welcome. \n
 NOTE: Parents/guardians/caregivers must remain in the branch while their c
 hildren are attending library programs.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/builders-club-at-the-wellington-library/2026-
 09-21/?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:Paws and Tales: Read to Carlie
DTSTART:20260921T223000Z
DTEND:20260921T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185057-1790004600-1790008200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family,literary
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Carlie\, 0ne of our furry library assistants! \nPa
 ws and Tales is a reading program for kids ages 7 and up. Young readers ca
 n bring a book and sign up for a 20-minute reading session with Carlie\, a
  certified therapy dog from the Pacific Animal Therapy Society. \nCarlie i
 s a patient and friendly listener who loves stories and meeting new friend
 s. This program helps children practice reading aloud with a comforting co
 mpanion\, build confidence\, and make reading a fun experience. \nTo regis
 ter\, visit the branch or call 250-642-3022 to book a 20-minute slot. An a
 dult must accompany each child. \nThe Pacific Animal Therapy Society has b
 een providing compassionate pet therapy to Vancouver Islanders for over 35
  years.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/paws-and-tales-read-to-carlie/2026-09-21/?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:Movie Club: Capote
DTSTART:20260921T223000Z
DTEND:20260922T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260911T002341Z
UID:207804-1790004600-1790011800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:film
DESCRIPTION:Come by the Campbell River Library for an afternoon screening 
 of Capote\, starring Philip Seymour Hoffman. Bring your own snacks & refre
 shments.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260911T002341Z
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/movie-club-capote/?utm_source=caldiscovery&ut
 m_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:EA B Parks and Open Space Advisory Committee
DTSTART:20260921T233000Z
DTEND:20260922T013000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T092012Z
UID:2794920260921T
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Event Time: 4:30 P.M.  Available meeting documents can be view
 ed at Agendas\, Minutes\, & Videos (https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minutes-vide
 os).
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T092012Z
LOCATION:Gabriola Agricultural Coop (Agi Hall)
X-SOURCE-NAME:RDN Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://rdn.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207085-1790035200-1790121599@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/2026-09-2
 2/?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:20260922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208030-1790035200-1790121599@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/2026-09-22/?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:Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:207952-1790035200-1790121599@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do? Check out our Crispy Cool Fal
 l Scavenger Hunt! Search for the images hidden in the Kids’ Area of the 
 Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.) to solve a puzzle. On
 ce 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!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182528Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crispy-cool-fall-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-22/?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:Live Music at The Queens
DTSTART:20260922T020000Z
DTEND:20260922T050000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:ihqacl6ii42toupl1uq32viias@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260922T150000Z
DTEND:20260923T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207098-1790064000-1790100000@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/2026-09-22/?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:Jonaco Hobby Workshop
DTSTART:20260922T164500Z
DTEND:20260922T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:2cpbnl9gdhq04l98fupbscfab8@google.com
CATEGORIES:education
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Jonanco Hobby Workshop\, 2745 White Rapids Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9X 
 1E4\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Kids Drop In and Play
DTSTART:20260922T170000Z
DTEND:20260922T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:3vm96bo24b18hsn7agkrp46gjg@google.com
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Near the Food Court
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Woodgrove Centre\, 6631 Island Hwy N\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 4T7\, Can
 ada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DTSTART:20260922T170000Z
DTEND:20260922T173000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206297-1790071200-1790073000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories and fun! This is a free drop-in pr
 ogram for children aged 0 – 5 years and their caregivers. Playtime after
 ward.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-2/2026-09-22/?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:20260922T170000Z
DTEND:20260923T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207202-1790071200-1790100000@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-5/2026-09-22/?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:Special Board Meeting
DTSTART:20260922T170000Z
DTEND:20260922T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T004445Z
UID:2876020260922T
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Event Time: 10:00 a.m. Available meeting documents can be view
 ed at Agendas\, Minutes\, & Videos (https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minutes-vide
 os).
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T004445Z
LOCATION:Board Chambers (Webstreamed)
X-SOURCE-NAME:RDN Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://rdn.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Special Board Meeting
DTSTART:20260922T170001Z
DTEND:20260922T190001Z
DTSTAMP:20260918T004259Z
UID:2876020260922T070000Z
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Event Time: 10:00 a.m. Available meeting documents can be view
 ed at Agendas\, Minutes\, & Videos (https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minutes-vide
 os).
LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T004259Z
LOCATION:Board Chambers (Webstreamed)
X-SOURCE-NAME:RDN Meetings
X-SOURCE-URL:https://rdn.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DTSTART:20260922T173000Z
DTEND:20260922T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206438-1790073000-1790074800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join our Staff for 30 minutes of live-action storytime fun! We
 ’ll shake our shakers\, wave our scarves\, sing songs\, and of course re
 ad an excellent book or two. This is a free drop-in program for families.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:Quadra Island
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-8/2026-09-22/?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:Storytime at Port Hardy Library
DTSTART:20260922T180000Z
DTEND:20260922T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186637-1790074800-1790076600@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
 -22/?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:Meditation Made Easy
DTSTART:20260922T190000Z
DTEND:20260922T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185072-1790078400-1790082000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:Weekly drop in meditation for beginners. An introduction to di
 fferent practices of mindfulness\, meditation\, and relaxation. Open to ev
 eryone. Session runs from 12:00-12:50pm in the large meeting room at Nanai
 mo Harbourfront Library.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/meditation-made-easy/2026-09-22/?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:Knit Wits
DTSTART:20260922T190000Z
DTEND:20260922T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:204835-1790078400-1790085600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Visit Bowser Library and be a Knit Wit!. Join us at 12:00 pm t
 o sit\, chat\, and get a little work done on your textile projects.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/knit-wits/2026-09-22/?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:Board
DTSTART:20260922T200000Z
DTEND:20260922T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T092012Z
UID:2762320260922T
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Event Time: 1:00 p.m.  Available meeting documents can be view
 ed at Agendas\, Minutes\, & Videos (https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minutes-vide
 os).
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T092012Z
LOCATION:Board Chambers (Webstreamed)
X-SOURCE-NAME:RDN Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://rdn.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:On Site Art
DTSTART:20260922T203000Z
DTEND:20260922T223000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:ulop2a29pe6jaj2qadj9fgrr4o@google.com
CATEGORIES:arts
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:North Nanaimo Library
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:LEGO® Club
DTSTART:20260922T210000Z
DTEND:20260923T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185071-1790085600-1790096400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:We provide the LEGO (and Duplo) and you provide the imaginatio
 n every Tuesday afternoon. Come ready to build! \nThis is a free\, drop-in
  event.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-14/2026-09-22/?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:Technology Lessons at the Libarary
DTSTART:20260922T213000Z
DTEND:20260922T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:bo83mb408b2pq5ot6d3svftd0g@google.com
CATEGORIES:education
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:Lego Club
DTSTART:20260922T220000Z
DTEND:20260923T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:187433-1790089200-1790096400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to the meeting room and use our mountains of Lego to l
 et your imagination fly!  Challenge cards will inspire your creations.  
 Open to all ages.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-2/2026-09-22/?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:Tech Help
DTSTART:20260922T220000Z
DTEND:20260923T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:190324-1790089200-1790100000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:tech
DESCRIPTION:Tech Help is here to assist with your laptop\, tablet\, cellph
 one or ereader! \nWe can help with streaming movies\, downloading apps or 
 music\, and using online databases. \nDrop-ins are welcome but to be sure 
 of an appointment call the Quadra Island Library at 250-285-2216 to book.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-10/2026-09-22/?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:Craft Studio for Teens
DTSTART:20260922T220000Z
DTEND:20260923T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T061916Z
UID:207639-1790089200-1790096400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Hang out and be creative. Work on your own crafts\, use our su
 pplies\, or just do some doodling. Snacks provided. \n\n\n\nFor teens/twee
 ns Ages 11+
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T061916Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/craft-studio-for-teens/2026-09-22/?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:Sooke LEGO® Club
DTSTART:20260922T223000Z
DTEND:20260923T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185068-1790091000-1790096400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Drop in for some weekly LEGO® building fun at LEGO® Club! We
  provide the LEGO® (and Duplo) and you provide the imagination every Tues
 day afternoon. Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a buil
 ding bonanza at the library. Best suited for ages 6-12. Children under 10 
 must be accompanied by an adult. \nThis is a free\, drop-in event. Come r
 eady to build!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sooke-lego-club/2026-09-22/?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:Story Club
DTSTART:20260922T223000Z
DTEND:20260922T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206241-1790091000-1790094600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,literary
DESCRIPTION:If you love reading and books we want you to join our brand ne
 w story club for tweens! \nThere are no required books so come and share w
 hatever you’re reading! There will also be fun crafts or DIY activities 
 each month! \nAges 8+ \nEmail kparker@virl.bc.ca to sign up!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/story-club-2/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_med
 ium=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:Youth Chess Club
DTSTART:20260922T223000Z
DTEND:20260922T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T181918Z
UID:207258-1790091000-1790094600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family,gaming
DESCRIPTION:Interested in playing chess\, but don’t know how?  Or perha
 ps you are an expert and you’re looking for others to play against?  Jo
 in us at Youth Chess Club!  The library’s teen volunteers will be on ha
 nd to teach you the basics and/or play against you.  Organized by teen vo
 lunteer Kedar\, who has participated in the Canadian National Youth Champi
 onship! \nEvery Tuesday from 3:30 – 4:30 pm.  Drop in. \nFor Tweens & T
 eens.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T181918Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/youth-chess-club/2026-09-22/?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:Tamiya 4WD Tuesday
DTSTART:20260923T000000Z
DTEND:20260923T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055540Z
UID:1fnk28hbdgie87jget86e4pk9e@google.com
CATEGORIES:gaming
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055540Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:dropzonegamesnanaimobc@gmail.com
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dropzonegames.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Drop-In Ukulele Circle
DTSTART:20260923T000000Z
DTEND:20260923T013000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205892-1790096400-1790101800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:music
DESCRIPTION:Do you play the ukulele or want to learn? Join us for a drop-i
 n ukulele circle led by local musician\, Graham Olds! \nAll ages and skill
  levels welcome. \nThe first sessions in September\, held at Nanaimo Harbo
 urfront and Nanaimo North Libraries\, will focus on an introduction to uku
 lele playing. Afterwards\, sessions will focus on learning new songs toget
 her and jamming out! \nThe Ukulele Circle will have two meets a month. Ple
 ase check the website calendar for updates on meeting times: \n\nNanaimo H
 arbourfront Library on the second Tuesday of each month.\nNanaimo North Li
 brary on the fourth Tuesday of each month.\n\nPlease bring your own instru
 ment. Thank you.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/drop-in-ukulele-circle-2/2026-09-22/?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:Puzzle Time
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:196560-1790121600-1790207999@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/2026-09-23/?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:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207086-1790121600-1790207999@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/2026-09-2
 3/?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:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208031-1790121600-1790207999@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/2026-09-23/?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:Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208066-1790121600-1790207999@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do? Check out our Crispy Cool Fal
 l Scavenger Hunt! Search for the images hidden in the Kids’ Area of the 
 Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.) to solve a puzzle. On
 ce 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!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182528Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crispy-cool-fall-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-23/?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:Strategy Board Games at the Library
DTSTART:20260923T003000Z
DTEND:20260923T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:k4uvotq6fha834fnuqilr5pbno@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:Live Music at The Landlubber
DTSTART:20260923T020000Z
DTEND:20260923T050000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:rre5gqqm15o6enlbpucf74bpqc@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
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:Knitting Circle
DTSTART:20260923T020000Z
DTEND:20260923T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:72lrhkulonemme4me5iibjdve8@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Country Grocer\, 1800 Dufferin Crescent\, Nanaimo\, BC V9S 0A9\, 
 Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Karaoke
DTSTART:20260923T020000Z
DTEND:20260923T065900Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:d7dqe9s525g1qh887jftimf3uk@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T124453Z
LOCATION:Cambie Bar & Grill\, 63 Victoria Crescent\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 5B9\
 , Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Kimberly Jackson - Crossroads Pregnancy Centre
DTSTART:20260923T140000Z
DTEND:20260923T150000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T000413Z
UID:10000321-1790146800-1790150400@www.daybreakrotary.ca
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000413Z
URL:https://www.daybreakrotary.ca/event/kimberly-jackson-crossroads-pregna
 ncy-centre/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc
X-SOURCE-NAME:Rotary Club of Nanaimo Daybreak
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.daybreakrotary.ca/event/cheryl-ann-kelly-nanaimo-
 search-rescue
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260923T150000Z
DTEND:20260924T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207099-1790150400-1790186400@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/2026-09-23/?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:Knitting Circle
DTSTART:20260923T170000Z
DTEND:20260923T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:kkklo5guf2qqs0gsqbtrjl71f8@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Mad About Ewe Fine Yarns\, 321 Wesley St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 2T5\,
  Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Tiny Tots Playgroup
DTSTART:20260923T170000Z
DTEND:20260923T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:45tei90u5k7pfq6lun5921evn8@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Country Club Centre\, 3200 N Island Hwy\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 1W1\, 
 Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write
DTSTART:20260923T170000Z
DTEND:20260923T193000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:190980-1790157600-1790166600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:literary
DESCRIPTION:All writers welcome to join this very dedicated group of local
  authors\, poets\, & beginning writers too!  Work on your writing in abso
 lute silence from 10 to 12 and then chat and socialize from 12 to 12:30 if
  you wish.  Hosted by Greg Blee.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/shut-up-write-2/2026-09-23/?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:Tech Help
DTSTART:20260923T170000Z
DTEND:20260923T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:190276-1790157600-1790168400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:tech
DESCRIPTION:Tech Help is here to assist with your laptop\, tablet\, cellph
 one or ereader! \nWe can help with streaming movies\, downloading apps or 
 music\, and using online databases. \nDrop-ins are welcome but to be sure 
 of an appointment call the Quadra Island Library at 250-285-2216 to book.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-14/2026-09-23/?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:20260923T170000Z
DTEND:20260924T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207203-1790157600-1790186400@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-5/2026-09-23/?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:ToddlerTime
DTSTART:20260923T173000Z
DTEND:20260923T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:pgsg3jb19aerno5rsu63de984s@google.com
CATEGORIES:family
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:Preschool Storytime
DTSTART:20260923T173000Z
DTEND:20260923T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:asir3s3a55qqt35f8o6og76has@google.com
CATEGORIES:family
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:North Nanaimo Library
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Babytime
DTSTART:20260923T173000Z
DTEND:20260923T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:189293-1790159400-1790161200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:education,family
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 al
 l abilities and their siblings are welcome.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/babytime/2026-09-23/?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:Family Storytime
DTSTART:20260923T173000Z
DTEND:20260923T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:204376-1790159400-1790161200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories and fun! This is a free drop-in pr
 ogram for children aged 0 – 5 years and their caregivers. Playtime after
 ward.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime/2026-09-23/?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:Parent Child Mother Goose
DTSTART:20260923T173000Z
DTEND:20260923T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T061916Z
UID:207662-1790159400-1790163000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join Mother Goose facilitators for songs\, rhymes and fun. For
  ages 0-2 and their families. \n\n\n\n\nTell Your Friends
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T061916Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/parent-child-mother-goose-4/2026-09-23/?utm_s
 ource=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:20260923T180000Z
DTEND:20260923T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186638-1790161200-1790163000@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
 -23/?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:Babytime
DTSTART:20260923T181500Z
DTEND:20260923T191500Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:n6hfoluetuj5aq6sfuim73mgao@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Nanaimo Wellington Library
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Mother Goose Baby Bounce
DTSTART:20260923T183000Z
DTEND:20260923T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T002605Z
UID:207898-1790163000-1790164800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family,free
DESCRIPTION:Babies start learning from birth! Learn rhymes\, tickles\, son
 gs and more. Encourage brain development\, early literacy skills and meet 
 new people while you’re at it! \nThis free program is for kiddos from 0-
 12 months and their care providers. Siblings are welcome. Drop-in.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T002605Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/mother-goose-baby-bounce/2026-09-23/?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:Drinking Water and Watershed Protection Technical Advisory Committ
 ee Meeting
DTSTART:20260923T193000Z
DTEND:20260923T213000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T092012Z
UID:2789320260923T
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Event Time: 12:30 - 3:30 p.m.  Available meeting documents can
  be viewed at Agendas\, Minutes\, & Videos (https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minu
 tes-videos).
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T092012Z
LOCATION:Board Chambers\, 6300 Hammond Bay Rd\, Nanaimo
X-SOURCE-NAME:RDN Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://rdn.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Connections Group for Seniors/Elders
DTSTART:20260923T193000Z
DTEND:20260923T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:0v6kjfc7jnomf76qprcjstlsm4@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Nanaimo Family Life Association\, 1070 Townsite Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC
 \, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Drop In Playgroup
DTSTART:20260923T193000Z
DTEND:20260923T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:h606jc2c9rjq9a5fdn41g9m0uo@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Brechin United Church\, 1998 Estevan Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9S 3Z2\, 
 Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Parksville Library Knitting Group (textile arts)
DTSTART:20260923T193000Z
DTEND:20260923T213000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185474-1790166600-1790173800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Drop in Wednesdays 12:30 to 2:30 for Parksville Library’s we
 ekly knitting group. \nSit. Knit. Sew. Crochet. Chat.  🙂
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/parksville-library-knitting-group-textile-art
 s/2026-09-23/?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:South Cowichan Book a Librarian
DTSTART:20260923T210000Z
DTEND:20260923T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185472-1790172000-1790175600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions? Book a Librarian! Interested in explori
 ng a new topic or have a question about how the library can help with your
  beginning reader? Interested in online books\, movies\, or magazines? Rea
 dy to do some family history research? Schedule a 30-minute session with a
  librarian! \nCall 250-743-5283 to book a session. Appointments are availa
 ble for other days and times.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/book-a-librarian-2/2026-09-23/?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:LEGO Club
DTSTART:20260923T213000Z
DTEND:20260923T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T061916Z
UID:207651-1790173800-1790181000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Calling all architects! Bring your construction skills and we
 ’ll provide the LEGO.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T061916Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-6/2026-09-23/?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:Tech-Help Wednesday
DTSTART:20260923T220000Z
DTEND:20260924T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:191022-1790175600-1790182800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:tech
DESCRIPTION:Let us help you figure out your device issues.  Whether it’
 s your laptop\, tablet\, eReader\, or phone – we will do what we can to 
 reduce your frustrations! \nPlease bring your device\, library card\, and 
 any passwords you may need. \nCall 250.247.7878 to book your free\, 30-min
 ute tech appointment.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-wednesday/2026-09-23/?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:Tech Help
DTSTART:20260923T220000Z
DTEND:20260924T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205083-1790175600-1790182800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:tech
DESCRIPTION:Need help with your phone\, tablet\, laptop\, or another tech 
 question? Sign up for a 30-minute\, one-on-one session with library staff 
 and get personalized tech support. \nTech Help runs every Wednesday aftern
 oon from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Reserve your spot at the desk or give us a c
 all!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-5/2026-09-23/?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:LEGO Club
DTSTART:20260923T223000Z
DTEND:20260923T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206109-1790177400-1790181000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for LEGO Club! \n  \nDrop in to create anything you c
 an imagine or follow the themed prompt and have your creations displayed i
 n the library! \n  \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult for the dur
 ation of the program.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-4/2026-09-23/?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:Teen D&D Club (with Renée)
DTSTART:20260923T223000Z
DTEND:20260924T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T180221Z
UID:206736-1790177400-1790184600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:Interested in Dungeons & Dragons but not sure where to start? 
 Join us for an on-going\, biweekly game of D&D where you will fight agains
 t monsters and evil of the world! \nThis Fall\, Renée (Child & Youth Libr
 arian) is offering a biweekly campaign on WEDNESDAYS from 3:30-5:30pm\, st
 arting September 23 and finishing in December. Her campaign\, The Baron’
 s Banquet\, is a fun\, light-hearted quest that send players to find some 
 magical items before time runs out! Beginners are welcome. \nSupplies will
  be provided and spaces are limited. You can register in person or by emai
 ling crinfo@virl.bc.ca  \nPlease note: this is not a drop-in program! Our 
 D&D Club is designed to have D&D sessions every 2 weeks. We ask that playe
 rs are committed to attending for the duration of the campaign.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180221Z
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/teen-dd-club-with-renee/?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:Needlecraft Club
DTSTART:20260923T223000Z
DTEND:20260924T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T181918Z
UID:206785-1790177400-1790182800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday for Needlecraft Club\, where like-mind
 ed crafty individuals come together to share their passion for knitting\, 
 crochet\, embroidery\, sewing\, or any other fiber-based art. Bring your o
 wn project and supplies\, or take advantage of our limited supplies. Pleas
 e note\, no formal instruction is provided. This free\, drop-in program is
  open to everyone!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T181918Z
LOCATION:British Columbia
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/needlecraft-club/2026-09-23/?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:Pirate Day at Port McNeill Library
DTSTART:20260923T223000Z
DTEND:20260923T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260912T002407Z
UID:207853-1790177400-1790181000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Ahoy there\, Matey! Come to the Port McNeill Library for pirat
 e-themed activities! Find out your pirate name\, make your own treasure ma
 p and more. Arrrr!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T002407Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/pirate-day-at-port-mcneill-library/?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:Paws and Tales: Read to Rosie
DTSTART:20260923T223000Z
DTEND:20260923T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260916T182140Z
UID:207979-1790177400-1790181000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family,literary
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Rosie\, one of our furry library assistants! \nPaw
 s 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 c
 ertified 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 compa
 nion\, 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 adul
 t must accompany each child. \nThe Pacific Animal Therapy Society has been
  providing compassionate pet therapy to Vancouver Islanders for over 35 ye
 ars. \n(Note: Rosie is the one wearing a scarf\; her human is Barb.)
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182140Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/paws-and-tales-read-to-rosie/2026-09-23/?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:Tech Made Easy
DTSTART:20260923T230000Z
DTEND:20260924T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:kihkn9vcqki4kcp8foh2sl8cmc@google.com
CATEGORIES:tech
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Nanaimo Wellington Library
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Teen RPG Club
DTSTART:20260923T230000Z
DTEND:20260924T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:201432-1790179200-1790186400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,gaming
DESCRIPTION:Adventure awaits…at the library! Join a stalwart band of tee
 ns as they learn to how to play the Star Wars roleplaying game. All suppli
 es are provided but registration is required as is space limited. For ages
  12-18 only. \nRegister in person at the Quadra Island Library.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/teen-rpg-club/2026-09-23/?utm_source=caldisco
 very&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:Live Music: Ries Vink
DTSTART:20260924T000000Z
DTEND:20260924T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:9g552btlj4kt1id4osb1b8dp5s@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:MGM Restaurant\, 240 Nicol St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 4T2\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Kill Team
DTSTART:20260924T000000Z
DTEND:20260924T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055540Z
UID:2ctcd2l53kfgoea8gsvtine3th@google.com
CATEGORIES:gaming
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055540Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:dropzonegamesnanaimobc@gmail.com
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dropzonegames.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Puzzle Time
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:196561-1790208000-1790294399@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/2026-09-24/?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:Tea Thursday
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:192126-1790208000-1790294399@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:drink
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a cup of tea on us all day at the library while you brow
 se and gather  🙂
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tea-thursday/2026-09-24/?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:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207087-1790208000-1790294399@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/2026-09-2
 4/?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:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208032-1790208000-1790294399@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/2026-09-24/?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:Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208067-1790208000-1790294399@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do? Check out our Crispy Cool Fal
 l Scavenger Hunt! Search for the images hidden in the Kids’ Area of the 
 Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.) to solve a puzzle. On
 ce 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!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182528Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crispy-cool-fall-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-24/?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:Library Book Club
DTSTART:20260924T003000Z
DTEND:20260924T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:201532-1790184600-1790190000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:literary
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking for a book club to join? \nWe have one that me
 ets monthly at the Sidney / North Saanich Library in the Nell Horth Room (
 meeting room attached to library). \nEmail sidney@virl.bc.ca or phone 250-
 656-0944 for details. \nSeptember book = The Heaven & Earth Grocery Store 
 by James McBride
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/library-book-club-4/?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:Simonholt Social Night: Craft Night
DTSTART:20260924T010000Z
DTEND:20260924T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055533Z
UID:5891-1790186400-1790193600@www.simonholt.ca
CATEGORIES:arts,drink,food
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun monthly Craft Night at Simonholt Restaurant 
 in Nanaimo.​\n​\nHosted by Lost Arts Club \nWednesday is happy hour al
 l day\, be sure to enjoy some of these amazing specials!\n​\n​Crafting
  will start at 6:00pm!\n​\nGroup seating will be in place \nhttps://www.
 lostartsclub.org/simonholt \n  \n\n$25-$28 | Gemstone Crafts\n\n\n\n\n\n\
 n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIn this class\, you will learn how to create a s
 tunning Gemstone and Copper Teardrop Faux Plant. You will explore techniqu
 es for crafting lifelike teardrop-shaped leaves using a variety of gemston
 es and copper wire. The class will guide you through the process of assemb
 ling and designing the plant potting it into a small clay planter accented
  with polished stones. By the end\, you’ll have a beautiful\, low-mainte
 nance decorative piece perfect for any space. \n​ \nor Create a beautifu
 l copper wire tree with your choice of gemstone bead colors\, and attach i
 t to a unique piece of driftwood. This exquisite and easy-to-make artwork 
 is perfect for participants of all ages. All supplies are included\, so co
 me and enjoy crafting your own stunning copper wire tree in this fun and c
 reative workshop! \n​ \nor Create your own unique driftwood windchime us
 ing copper wire\, gemstone and glass beads\, and pieces of driftwood. This
  beautiful artwork can be displayed inside or outside\, adding a touch of 
 nature and elegance to any space. All supplies are included for this creat
 ive and enjoyable workshop\, suitable for participants of all ages. Join u
 s and craft a charming windchime to enjoy for years to come!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055533Z
LOCATION:SIMONHOLT Food\, Drink & Live Music Restaurant\, 6582 Applecross 
 Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9V 0A4\, Canada
URL:https://www.simonholt.ca/event/simonholt-social-night-craft-night/?utm
 _source=caldiscovery&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:Regular Board Meeting
DTSTART:20260924T010000Z
DTEND:20260924T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055543Z
UID:1-84989@ndss.sd68.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:civic
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055543Z
URL:https://www.sd68.bc.ca/event/regular-board-meeting-15/?utm_source=cald
 iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo District Secondary School Combined Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://ndss.sd68.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Drop in Dance Class
DTSTART:20260924T030000Z
DTEND:20260924T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:4p8qu57d83jobcegnhhv101hhc@google.com
CATEGORIES:dance
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:MGM Restaurant\, 240 Nicol St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 4T2\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Open Mic/Jam Night
DTSTART:20260924T050000Z
DTEND:20260924T065900Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:ci7i7s8u0tm5bingevj3t7jehs@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T124453Z
LOCATION:Cambie Bar & Grill\, 63 Victoria Crescent\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 5B9\
 , Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260924T150000Z
DTEND:20260925T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207100-1790236800-1790272800@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/2026-09-24/?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:Chemainus Textile Circle
DTSTART:20260924T170000Z
DTEND:20260924T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185556-1790244000-1790251200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Drop by and sit in with the Chemainus Textile Circle   \nMeets
  Thursdays from 10:00 to Noon in the library’s Multi-Purpose Room. \nKni
 tters\, Crocheters\, Spinners \, Embroiderers welcome!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chemainus-knitting-circle/2026-09-24/?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:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260924T170000Z
DTEND:20260925T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207204-1790244000-1790272800@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-5/2026-09-24/?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:Skills for Success Workshop
DTSTART:20260924T170000Z
DTEND:20260924T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T181031Z
UID:24060-1790244000-1790249400@www.cvims.org
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Build the skills you need to feel confident and succeed in the
  Canadian workplace. This practical workshop will help you strengthen your
  communication\, teamwork\, problem solving\, adaptability\, and digital 
 skills\, all essential for finding and keeping a job in Canada. \nSeptemb
 er 24\, 2026 \n10 am – 11:30 am \nOnline and in person \nIn person: 201 
 – 155 Skinner Street \nRegister here Event Registration – Central Vanc
 ouver Island Multicultural Society
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T181031Z
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/skills-for-success-workshop/?utm_source=ca
 ldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc
X-SOURCE-NAME:CVIMS - Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.cvims.org/events/category/youth-connections/page/
 2
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:ToddlerTime
DTSTART:20260924T171500Z
DTEND:20260924T174500Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:tu70vd6v1rlocq8eh8i6vaasds@google.com
CATEGORIES:family
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Nanaimo Wellington Library
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Preschool Storytime
DTSTART:20260924T173000Z
DTEND:20260924T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:asir3s3a55qqt35f8o6og76has@google.com
CATEGORIES:family
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:North Nanaimo Library
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Spanish Conversation Club
DTSTART:20260924T173000Z
DTEND:20260924T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:srikig0152ov9o2ulohktbque4@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:Good Morning Storytime
DTSTART:20260924T173000Z
DTEND:20260924T181500Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205170-1790245800-1790248500@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Bring your littlest ones to the library for stories\, songs\, 
 rhymes\, and movement. Thursday mornings in the Nell Horth meeting room at
 tached to the Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.). Best f
 or kids 0-5 years old. No registration required. Everyone welcome!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/good-morning-storytime-2/2026-09-24/?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:Family Storytime at Nanaimo North
DTSTART:20260924T173000Z
DTEND:20260924T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205570-1790245800-1790247600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for stories\, songs\, fingerplays\, felt activities an
 d more.  Geared towards children aged 0 – 6 years and their families. \
 nEvery Thursday at 10:30 AM from September 10 – November 19.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-at-nanaimo-north/2026-09-24/
 ?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:Family Storytime
DTSTART:20260924T173000Z
DTEND:20260924T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T181824Z
UID:207420-1790245800-1790247600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories and fun with your little ones. Thi
 s is a free family drop-in program for babies\, toddlers\, preschoolers\, 
 and their caregivers. Ages 0-5. \nReading and singing are two of the most 
 important activities for building early literacy and language skills\, and
  we will practice lots of both! Creating an early positive association wit
 h books by reading together (or in a fun environment like Storytime!) can 
 help foster a lifelong love of reading.  Rhymes and singing help young de
 veloping brains break apart language and make sense of it. Storytime also 
 provides socialization opportunities for both little ones as well as adult
  caregivers looking to make connections in the community. All around it’
 s a good time!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T181824Z
LOCATION:British Columbia
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-4/2026-09-24/?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:Babytime
DTSTART:20260924T173000Z
DTEND:20260924T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T000344Z
UID:207604-1790245800-1790247600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for stories\, songs\, and rhymes. No registration requ
 ired. For children ages 0-2 years and their caregivers
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T000344Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/babytime-3/2026-09-24/?utm_source=caldiscover
 y&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:Parent-Child Mother Goose
DTSTART:20260924T173000Z
DTEND:20260924T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260910T182455Z
UID:207779-1790245800-1790249400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family,literary
DESCRIPTION:Parent-Child Mother Goose sessions at the South Cowichan Libra
 ry in Mill Bay are playful experiences for children 0-2 and their adults. 
 \n\nTraditional play: parent-child interactions without toys\nActivities t
 hat enrich parent-child lives and relationships\nRhymes & songs\nStory-tel
 ling\nLiteracy\n\nNo cost to families\, no registration required. DROP INS
  WELCOME \nBrought to you by the Cowichan Valley Mother Goose Community Co
 llaborative
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T182455Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/parent-child-mother-goose/2026-09-24/?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:Storytime at Port Hardy Library
DTSTART:20260924T180000Z
DTEND:20260924T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186639-1790247600-1790249400@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
 -24/?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:Preschool Storytime
DTSTART:20260924T181500Z
DTEND:20260924T184500Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:ld62uu5aqc696p6se6bgeeg3rc@google.com
CATEGORIES:family
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Nanaimo Wellington Library
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:The Knit Wits (Bowser textile group)
DTSTART:20260924T200000Z
DTEND:20260924T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185557-1790254800-1790262000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Visit Bowser Library and be a Knit Wit! 🙂 \nJoin us at 1:00
  each Thursday to sit\, chat\, and get a little work done on your textile 
 projects.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/the-knit-wits-bowser-textile-group-2026-09-24
 /?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:Oceanside Services Committee
DTSTART:20260924T203000Z
DTEND:20260924T223000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T092012Z
UID:2794620260924T
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Event Time: 1:30 P.M.  Available meeting documents can be view
 ed at Agendas\, Minutes\, & Videos (https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minutes-vide
 os).
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T092012Z
LOCATION:Parksville City Hall Forum\, 100 Jensen Avenue W\, Parksville
X-SOURCE-NAME:RDN Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://rdn.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:LEGO® Club
DTSTART:20260924T213000Z
DTEND:20260924T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:188831-1790260200-1790267400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Kids\, join us for creative building fun! We provide the LEGO
 ®. \nThis is a free drop-in event.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club/2026-09-24/?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:Youth Lounge
DTSTART:20260924T220000Z
DTEND:20260925T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:qeuvbairkqiphnl16f0njsd54s@google.com
CATEGORIES:family
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Nanaimo Aquatic Centre\, 741 Third St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 7B2\, Ca
 nada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Tech Thursday
DTSTART:20260924T220000Z
DTEND:20260924T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:202875-1790262000-1790265600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:tech
DESCRIPTION:Have a tech question and don’t know where to start? Book a f
 ree\, thirty minute one-on-one tech help appointment with a library staff 
 member\, and get your basic tech questions answered! \nWe can help with yo
 ur smartphones\, tablets\, ereaders\, laptops\, introduction to using digi
 tal library resources\, and more! \nTo book\, please call\, email\, or vis
 it us in-person: \n1-877-415-8475 \nNanaimoHarbourfront@virl.bc.ca \nPleas
 e bring everything you need for your appointment. \nThis may include: \n\n
 Your device that you need help with\nAccount names and passwords associate
 d with accounts we will be working with (e.g. email\, social media pages)\
 nIf you are needing help with digital resources\, please bring your librar
 y card and library account PIN
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-thursday/2026-09-24/?utm_source=caldisco
 very&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 Jam!
DTSTART:20260924T220000Z
DTEND:20260924T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T180221Z
UID:206720-1790262000-1790267400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Drop in every Thursday after school!\nUse our Lego to let your
  imagination run wild\, or try one of our challenges!\nAges 5+
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T180221Z
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-jam-4/2026-09-24/?utm_source=caldiscover
 y&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 Group
DTSTART:20260924T223000Z
DTEND:20260924T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206334-1790263800-1790267400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Join Fernanda Soto Cox\, native speaker of Spanish and a delig
 htful host of this casual group – beginners welcome!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/spanish-conversation-group/2026-09-24/?utm_so
 urce=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:Crafternoon & DIY
DTSTART:20260924T223000Z
DTEND:20260925T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T001807Z
UID:207353-1790263800-1790269200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:arts,community
DESCRIPTION:Join our hardy band of crafters for Crafternoons every Thursda
 y for fun\, friendship\, and inspiration. Borrow a book or video and learn
  new crafts\, or get help in a friendly\, open setting. See you there!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001807Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crafternoon-diy/2026-09-24/?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:Paws and Tales: Read to Rosie
DTSTART:20260924T223000Z
DTEND:20260924T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260916T182140Z
UID:207980-1790263800-1790267400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family,literary
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Rosie\, one of our furry library assistants! \nPaw
 s 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 c
 ertified 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 compa
 nion\, 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 adul
 t must accompany each child. \nThe Pacific Animal Therapy Society has been
  providing compassionate pet therapy to Vancouver Islanders for over 35 ye
 ars. \n(Note: Rosie is the one wearing a scarf\; her human is Barb.)
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182140Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/paws-and-tales-read-to-rosie/2026-09-24/?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:Tabletop Game Night
DTSTART:20260924T230000Z
DTEND:20260925T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:190182-1790265600-1790276400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:It’s your turn\, so drop in and play! The library has reserv
 ed space each week for drop-in tabletop game play: come as a group\, come 
 by yourself\, BYOG (Bring Your Own Game)\, meet fellow board and card game
  enthusiasts. \nAll ages are welcome.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night/2026-09-24/?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:Live Music: Ries Vink
DTSTART:20260925T000000Z
DTEND:20260925T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:9g552btlj4kt1id4osb1b8dp5s@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:MGM Restaurant\, 240 Nicol St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 4T2\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:AoS
DTSTART:20260925T000000Z
DTEND:20260925T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260830T064954Z
UID:5r6elurbgvq3717up0um3k3pjr_R20260828T000000@google.com
CATEGORIES:gaming
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T064954Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:dropzonegamesnanaimobc@gmail.com
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dropzonegames.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Comox Make It Night Workshop for Adults
DTSTART:20260925T000000Z
DTEND:20260925T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205434-1790269200-1790276400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:FREE! Come and join us for a beginner macrame plant hanger wor
 kshop. Make a project. Learn a new skill.  This is not a recommended acti
 vity for those with dexterity limitations.  \nRegistration required below
 . Limited space. If you need to cancel please let us know my emailing como
 x[at]virl.bc.ca \nPlease arrive on time and plan to attend the full worksh
 op. All supplies provided.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/comox-make-it-night-workshop-for-adults/?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:Puzzle Time
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:196562-1790294400-1790380799@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/2026-09-25/?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:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207088-1790294400-1790380799@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/2026-09-2
 5/?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:Colourful Threads opening reception
DTSTART:20260925T000000Z
DTEND:20260925T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260912T002407Z
UID:207829-1790269200-1790276400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the opening of the Gabriola Quilters’ show Colourf
 ul Threads in the library meeting room/gallery.  The show will be on disp
 lay throughout September and October starting September 18.  Treats provi
 ded by Mad Rona’s Coffee Bar thanks to the Friends of the Gabriola Libra
 ry.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T002407Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/colourful-threads-opening-reception/?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:Nanaimo North Teen Photo Contest
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208033-1790294400-1790380799@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/2026-09-25/?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:Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208068-1790294400-1790380799@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do? Check out our Crispy Cool Fal
 l Scavenger Hunt! Search for the images hidden in the Kids’ Area of the 
 Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.) to solve a puzzle. On
 ce 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!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182528Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crispy-cool-fall-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-25/?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:Intermediate Conversational Spanish
DTSTART:20260925T003000Z
DTEND:20260925T013000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:188107-1790271000-1790274600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Join us to practice speaking Spanish in a casual setting! \nOn
  Thursdays\, 5:30-6:30pm\, we sit and chat en español en la biblioteca. I
 ntermediate level.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/conversational-spanish/2026-09-24/?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:Mindfulness Book Club
DTSTART:20260925T003000Z
DTEND:20260925T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:192583-1790271000-1790276400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:literary,wellness
DESCRIPTION:This is a free\, open community-room booking. Please contact t
 he organiser to register for the program. \nJoin Amanda for a discussion g
 roup to ponder life’s big questions. The purpose of this group is to exp
 lore mindfulness and spirituality beyond any one religious doctrine. Each 
 month we will select a different book and discuss its ideas and concepts. 
 \nPlease reach out to Amanda for the book of the month. All books read are
  available from the library. If a book is checked out\, please contact Ama
 nda to discuss alternatives: \nContact & Registration: amanda.csln@gmail.c
 om
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/mindfulness-book-club/2026-09-24/?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:20260925T003000Z
DTEND:20260925T014500Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T001807Z
UID:207372-1790271000-1790275500@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:Think. Play. Connect. \nFriendly games and weekly sessions for
  all ages. Beginners welcome.\nFree!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001807Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chess-club/2026-09-24/?utm_source=caldiscover
 y&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 Alice Board Game Night
DTSTART:20260925T010000Z
DTEND:20260925T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185558-1790272800-1790276400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday evening is Board Game Night at Port Alice Libra
 ry. We have cards\, Clue\, Mahjong and more! Play one of ours or bring you
 r own favorites. \nBring a friend or make some new ones. We have nice big 
 tables and lots of great seating\, so put on your game face and come out a
 nd play! \nNo registration needed and all are welcome.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/board-game-night-3/2026-09-24/?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:Learn Mandarin
DTSTART:20260925T011500Z
DTEND:20260925T031500Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:l27jdfp4mue5g1b062k1fki1n0@google.com
CATEGORIES:education
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:Open Mic Night
DTSTART:20260925T013000Z
DTEND:20260925T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:hv577fbc2pvvob0226t10jniko@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Serious Coffee Vancouver Island Conference Centre\, 60 Commercial
  St #300\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 5G4\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Live Music: Marinas Taverina
DTSTART:20260925T013000Z
DTEND:20260925T033000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:f12qmchlpg5cpk90g4as57sfns@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Marina's Taverna & Pizza\, 215 Terminal Ave N\, Nanaimo\, BC V9S\
 , Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Recreational Bike Rides
DTSTART:20260925T013000Z
DTEND:20260925T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:2v2db709fahjs89npajrnr1p08@google.com
CATEGORIES:outdoors
DESCRIPTION:http://www.bikesense.org/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Beban Park Recreation Centre\, 2300 Bowen Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 3
 K7\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Name That Tune
DTSTART:20260925T020000Z
DTEND:20260925T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:jjlas8j5kej0gc8mav9q2ro7mc@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T124453Z
LOCATION:Dinghy Dock Pub\, 8 Pirates Ln\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 6R1\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Thursday Night Dance
DTSTART:20260925T023000Z
DTEND:20260925T053000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:si1gls4f529sejjk27vt1su1sc@google.com
CATEGORIES:dance
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Bowen Park Complex\, 500 Bowen Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 1Z7\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Live Music at Longwood Brew Pub
DTSTART:20260925T030000Z
DTEND:20260925T050000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:f20esk2s9gpsh6e362b58obf44@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
DESCRIPTION:http://www.longwoodbrewpub.com/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Longwood Brew Pub\, 5775 Turner Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 6L8\, Canad
 a
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260925T150000Z
DTEND:20260926T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207101-1790323200-1790359200@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/2026-09-25/?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:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260925T170000Z
DTEND:20260926T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207205-1790330400-1790359200@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-5/2026-09-25/?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 Storytime
DTSTART:20260925T170000Z
DTEND:20260925T173000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T181824Z
UID:207438-1790330400-1790332200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories and fun with your little ones. Thi
 s is a free family drop-in program for babies\, toddlers\, preschoolers\, 
 and their caregivers. Ages 0-5. \nReading and singing are two of the most 
 important activities for building early literacy and language skills\, and
  we will practice lots of both! Creating an early positive association wit
 h books by reading together (or in a fun environment like Storytime!) can 
 help foster a lifelong love of reading.  Rhymes and singing help young de
 veloping brains break apart language and make sense of it. Storytime also 
 provides socialization opportunities for both little ones as well as adult
  caregivers looking to make connections in the community. All around it’
 s a good time!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T181824Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-16/2026-09-25/?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:BabyTime
DTSTART:20260925T173000Z
DTEND:20260925T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:rfoci0cesblhskf57bbhrdj7l0@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
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:ToddlerTime
DTSTART:20260925T173000Z
DTEND:20260925T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:36fnhh96ot4igmga39qs5tvnhg@google.com
CATEGORIES:family
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:Storytime in Sooke
DTSTART:20260925T173000Z
DTEND:20260925T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185691-1790332200-1790334000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Storytime for songs\, rhymes\, stories and more as 
 we shake our sillies out and wiggle our waggles away. Connect with other f
 amilies and strengthen early literacy skills! Best suited for ages 2-5\, b
 ut all ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. \nFamilies 
 are welcome to stay after Storytime for a stay & play. Meet other local fa
 milies\, and enjoy library toys and activities perfect for little ones! \n
 If you have any questions please email us at Sooke@virl.bc.ca.  \nThis is
  a free\, drop-in program that does not require registration.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16-2024-03-29-20
 24-08-30/2026-09-25/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=n
 anaimo-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:Friday Rhyme Time
DTSTART:20260925T173000Z
DTEND:20260925T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:193322-1790332200-1790334000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join Nathan for rhymes\, songs\, bounces and more. Geared for 
 toddlers and babies\, siblings and older kids always welcome too.  No reg
 istration required.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:Qualicum Beach Library\, 660 primrose\, qualicum beach\, British 
 Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/qualicum-baby-and-toddler-time/2026-09-25/?ut
 m_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® Stories
DTSTART:20260925T173000Z
DTEND:20260925T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:169704-1790332200-1790335800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Spend your Non-Instructional Day with us! \n\nLEGO® challenge
 s\nListen to stories\nOpportunity to display your creations in the library
 \n\nFor anyone old enough not to eat the LEGO® \nNo registration required
 .
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-stories/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_med
 ium=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:Baby Rhyme Time at Nanaimo North
DTSTART:20260925T173000Z
DTEND:20260925T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205558-1790332200-1790334000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy songs\, stories\, lap bounces\, fingerplays and more dur
 ing drop-in Baby Rhyme Time at the Nanaimo North branch of the library. Ge
 ared towards babies ages 0-24 months and a parent or caregiver. Older sibl
 ings welcome. \nBaby Rhyme Time will take place every Friday at 10:30 AM f
 rom September 11 – November 20.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/baby-rhyme-time-at-nanaimo-north/2026-09-25/?
 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:Storytime at Port Hardy Library
DTSTART:20260925T180000Z
DTEND:20260925T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186640-1790334000-1790335800@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
 -25/?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:Family Storytime
DTSTART:20260925T180000Z
DTEND:20260925T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T000344Z
UID:207617-1790334000-1790335800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:A program for parents and caregivers with young children. Song
 s\, rhymes and stories are shared. Suitable for preschool aged children to
  enjoy and learn together.  No registration. Drop in welcome.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T000344Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-14/2026-09-25/?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:Babytime in Sooke
DTSTART:20260925T183000Z
DTEND:20260925T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185693-1790335800-1790337600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Babytime for songs\, rhymes\, stories\, and more as
  we shake our sillies out and wiggle our waggles away. Connect with other 
 families and strengthen early literacy skills! Best suited for ages 0-2. \
 nFamilies are welcome to stay after Storytime for a stay & play. Meet othe
 r local families\, and enjoy library toys and activities perfect for littl
 e ones! \nIf you have any questions please email us at Sooke@virl.bc.ca. T
 his is a free\, drop-in program that does not require registration.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke/2026-09-25/?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:Flea Market
DTSTART:20260925T190000Z
DTEND:20260926T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:gvshb9k2k07l221ko4h05prn0k@google.com
CATEGORIES:market
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T124453Z
LOCATION:Wellington Hall\, 3922 Corunna Ave\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 3J7\, Canad
 a
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Open Mic
DTSTART:20260925T193000Z
DTEND:20260925T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205546-1790339400-1790344800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:music
DESCRIPTION:Prose and poetry writers of all levels are welcome to read fro
 m their work.  Listeners-only are welcome too!  Please make your selecti
 ons 5 to 10 minutes long.  Janet Miller and Sylvia Thomson are the fantas
 tic hosts of this program – both are award-winning writers and writing c
 oaches.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/open-mic/2026-09-25/?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:Chair Yoga with Nora
DTSTART:20260925T200000Z
DTEND:20260925T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260912T002407Z
UID:207820-1790341200-1790344800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:Experienced certified yoga instructor Nora will be on the isla
 nd until October 13\, until then please join her every Tuesday from 1 to 2
 PM in our meeting room/gallery for chair yoga.  Beginners and all levels 
 welcome.  Drop in\, no registration necessary.  Free program as are all 
 library programs!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T002407Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chair-yoga-with-nora/2026-09-25/?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:Tech Help
DTSTART:20260925T203000Z
DTEND:20260925T213000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206448-1790343000-1790346600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:tech
DESCRIPTION:Tech Help is here to assist with your laptop\, tablet\, cellph
 one or ereader! \nWe can help with streaming movies\, downloading apps or 
 music\, and using online databases. \nDrop-ins are welcome but to be sure 
 of an appointment call the Cortes Island Library at 250-935-6566 to book.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:Cortes Island
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-6/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medi
 um=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:Nintendo Switch Time
DTSTART:20260925T213000Z
DTEND:20260925T234500Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:191143-1790346600-1790354700@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:All year round drop in and play Nintendo Switch on our giant s
 creen in the meeting room.  We have lots of games to choose from or bring
  your own from home.  Best for ages 7+  NO ADULTS PLEASE for kids only.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/after-school-switch-time-2/2026-09-25/?utm_so
 urce=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:Family Crafternoon
DTSTART:20260925T213000Z
DTEND:20260925T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:203857-1790346600-1790353800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:arts,family
DESCRIPTION:Have fun doing craft projects in our children’s area! We sup
 ply the materials. Drop-in for kids of all ages with caregiver.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/kids-crafternoon/2026-09-25/?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:Paws 4 Stories
DTSTART:20260925T220000Z
DTEND:20260925T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:ikrc924lnprp8u15f6s8ks1o1s@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Gabriola Library
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Naloxone Training
DTSTART:20260925T220000Z
DTEND:20260925T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T001807Z
UID:207398-1790348400-1790352000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Learn to use Naloxone from our public health nurse. You could 
 save a life!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001807Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/naloxone-training/2026-09-25/?utm_source=cald
 iscovery&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:Conquest
DTSTART:20260926T000000Z
DTEND:20260926T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055540Z
UID:50vpa8n3b7v0muvh3p8o2f2eps@google.com
CATEGORIES:gaming
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055540Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:dropzonegamesnanaimobc@gmail.com
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dropzonegames.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Puzzle Time
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:196563-1790380800-1790467199@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/2026-09-26/?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:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207089-1790380800-1790467199@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/2026-09-2
 6/?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:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208034-1790380800-1790467199@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/2026-09-26/?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:Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208069-1790380800-1790467199@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do? Check out our Crispy Cool Fal
 l Scavenger Hunt! Search for the images hidden in the Kids’ Area of the 
 Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.) to solve a puzzle. On
 ce 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!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182528Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crispy-cool-fall-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-26/?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:Live Music at New York Style Pizza
DTSTART:20260926T010000Z
DTEND:20260926T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:46tsovk72a3ia2sd0btiuojceo@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:New York Style Pizza & Pasta\, 299 Wallace St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 
 5B4\, Canada
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:20260926T020000Z
DTEND:20260926T060000Z
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:Game Night
DTSTART:20260926T020000Z
DTEND:20260926T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:eh74u2kt9h2bd2f4mjifosf0jo@google.com
CATEGORIES:gaming
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:Karaoke
DTSTART:20260926T020000Z
DTEND:20260926T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:1gfi0aiol9cusbramp1iliblso@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
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:Live Music at Simon Holt
DTSTART:20260926T030000Z
DTEND:20260926T050000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:8ifapj21scdm040eh4qgprg6ls@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Simonholt Food & Drink\, 6582 Applecross Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9V 1A
 3\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Music Trivia
DTSTART:20260926T040000Z
DTEND:20260926T060000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:c6anq7cmnqdujhej92ou2bqg94@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
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:SKABC - Simson Provincial Park on Thormanby Island\, Sunshine Coas
 t\, Work Party  - 2C
DTSTART:20260926T070000Z
DTEND:20260928T070000Z
DTSTAMP:20260826T001835Z
UID:1964@skabc.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:SKABC Event:  https://www.skabc.org/events-2/simson-provincial
 -park-on-thormanby-island-sunshine-coast-work-party-2c/
LAST-MODIFIED:20260826T001835Z
LOCATION:Coopers Green Regional Park:  5500 Fisherman Rd\, Halfmoon Bay\, 
 Sechelt
URL:https://www.skabc.org/events-2/simson-provincial-park-on-thormanby-isl
 and-sunshine-coast-work-party-2c/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&u
 tm_campaign=nanaimo-bc
X-SOURCE-NAME:Club Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.skabc.org/events-organizer/events-2
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260926T150000Z
DTEND:20260927T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207102-1790409600-1790445600@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/2026-09-26/?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:20260926T160000Z
DTEND:20260926T200000Z
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:20260926T163000Z
DTEND:20260926T193000Z
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:Family Fun Time
DTSTART:20260926T170000Z
DTEND:20260926T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185763-1790416800-1790420400@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/2026-09-26/?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:Chess Club
DTSTART:20260926T170000Z
DTEND:20260926T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:201473-1790416800-1790424000@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-3/2026-09-26/?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:20260926T170000Z
DTEND:20260927T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207206-1790416800-1790445600@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-5/2026-09-26/?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:Gabriola Farmer's Market
DTSTART:20260926T170000Z
DTEND:20260926T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:n6js8ldu2n3mhl8hdg12q61kis@google.com
CATEGORIES:market
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:20260926T173000Z
DTEND:20260926T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185758-1790418600-1790424000@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/2026-09-26/?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:20260926T173000Z
DTEND:20260926T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T180221Z
UID:206680-1790418600-1790420400@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-11/2026-09-26/?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:20260926T173000Z
DTEND:20260926T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260912T002407Z
UID:207839-1790418600-1790422200@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/2026-09-26/?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:Sooke All-Ages Family Storytime
DTSTART:20260926T180000Z
DTEND:20260926T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185762-1790420400-1790422200@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/2026-09-26/?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:Family Storytime
DTSTART:20260926T180000Z
DTEND:20260926T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206146-1790420400-1790422200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Drop by the library and join Librarian Kaitlin every Saturday 
 morning for stories\, songs and rhymes all around a fun a theme! Fun for t
 he whole Family! \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult for the durati
 on of the program.  All ages are welcome!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-10/2026-09-26/?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:Storytime at Port Hardy Library
DTSTART:20260926T180000Z
DTEND:20260926T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186641-1790420400-1790422200@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
 -26/?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:20260926T180000Z
DTEND:20260926T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:203518-1790420400-1790427600@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-9/2026-09-26/?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:20260926T180000Z
DTEND:20260926T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:203933-1790420400-1790434800@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/2026-09-26/?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:20260926T180000Z
DTEND:20260926T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T180221Z
UID:206689-1790420400-1790424000@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-5/2026-09-26/?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:TTCombat Showcase
DTSTART:20260926T190000Z
DTEND:20260927T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260830T064954Z
UID:2i1neqtji82g19r0uq30sqms2g@google.com
CATEGORIES:gaming
LAST-MODIFIED:20260830T064954Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:dropzonegamesnanaimobc@gmail.com
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dropzonegames.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Truth & Reconciliation
DTSTART:20260926T190000Z
DTEND:20260926T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T000220Z
UID:206987-1790424000-1790434800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of community\, conversation\, and res
 ource sharing. Drop in anytime! Food and drinks generously donated by a me
 mber of the community.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000220Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/truth-reconciliation/?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:Drop-In Tabletop Gaming
DTSTART:20260926T200000Z
DTEND:20260926T230000Z
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:Knitters at the Library
DTSTART:20260926T210000Z
DTEND:20260926T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:185759-1790431200-1790438400@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/2026-09-26/?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:An Afternoon of Spoken Word: Reading & Open Mic
DTSTART:20260926T210000Z
DTEND:20260926T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260907T001754Z
UID:207543-1790431200-1790434800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:literary,music
DESCRIPTION:Calling all poetry lovers and local writers! Join us at the Co
 urtenay Library on Saturday\, September 26th at 2:00 p.m. for an inspiring
  afternoon of verse with Kamal Parmar\, the former Poet Laureate of Nanaim
 o.\n\nParmar will be sharing selections from Silent Serenade\, taking the 
 audience on a lyrical journey through her evocative and deeply reflective 
 work. Following her featured reading\, the floor will be turned over to th
 e community for an Open Mic session. All local poets\, both seasoned and a
 spiring\, are warmly invited to step up to the mic and share their own ori
 ginal pieces in a supportive\, creative environment.\nWhether you are comi
 ng to share your voice or simply to soak in the spoken word\, this is a wo
 nderful opportunity to connect with the vibrant local literary community.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T001754Z
LOCATION:British Columbia
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/an-afternoon-of-spoken-word-reading-open-mic/
 ?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:Here Lies a Kind Woman - staged reading
DTSTART:20260926T210000Z
DTEND:20260926T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260912T002407Z
UID:207824-1790431200-1790434800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:theater
DESCRIPTION:Louise Gallagher presents her one-woman one-act play Here Lie
 s a Kind Woman. \n  \n“Across three moments — a eulogy\, a therapist
 ’s chair\, and her late mother’s kitchen — Ellie DuBois pieces toget
 her the woman she never fully knew. Rose was kind\, devout\, and impossibl
 e: a beauty raised in colonial India\, a mother whose love came through pr
 ayers and food but never words. In this luminous one-woman play\, Ellie mo
 ves through grief\, buried anger\, and unexpected grace toward a truth she
  can finally speak aloud. Funny\, aching\, and quietly redemptive\, Here L
 ies a Kind Woman asks whether we can ever truly know the people who made u
 s.”
LAST-MODIFIED:20260912T002407Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/here-lies-a-kind-woman-staged-reading/?utm_so
 urce=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:20260926T220000Z
DTEND:20260926T233000Z
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:20260926T220000Z
DTEND:20260927T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:199424-1790434800-1790442000@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-2-2026-09-26/?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:Family Movie Matinee
DTSTART:20260926T223000Z
DTEND:20260927T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:187864-1790436600-1790442000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:film,free,theater
DESCRIPTION:Family Movie Matinee at the Library!  \nJoin us at 3:30 PM on
  the last Saturday of each month for a fun-filled movie afternoon! \nBring
  the whole family\, cozy up in your pajamas\, and enjoy an afternoon like 
 no other! We’ll have popcorn and drinks to keep everyone refreshed throu
 ghout the film. \nThis is a free event—no registration required. Just b
 ring your smiles and a love for family fun!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-movie-matinee/2026-09-26/?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:Dungeons and Dragons
DTSTART:20260926T230000Z
DTEND:20260927T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T000220Z
UID:206782-1790438400-1790445600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:Join other adults for an afternoon of fun exploring this popul
 ar role-playing game through weekly episodic adventures. This is a 19+ pro
 gram that will run September 26 through December 19. Beginners are welcome
  and all supplies are provided. \nSpace is limited and registration is req
 uired. Call the branch for more details.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000220Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/dungeons-and-dragons/?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:20260927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207090-1790467200-1790553599@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/2026-09-2
 7/?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:20260927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208035-1790467200-1790553599@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/2026-09-27/?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:Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208070-1790467200-1790553599@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do? Check out our Crispy Cool Fal
 l Scavenger Hunt! Search for the images hidden in the Kids’ Area of the 
 Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.) to solve a puzzle. On
 ce 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!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182528Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crispy-cool-fall-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-27/?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:Live Music at The Queens
DTSTART:20260927T020000Z
DTEND:20260927T060000Z
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:20260927T020000Z
DTEND:20260927T040000Z
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:The Pontiac Bandits at Simonholt
DTSTART:20260927T023000Z
DTEND:20260927T043000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T000820Z
UID:5933-1790451000-1790458200@www.simonholt.ca
CATEGORIES:music
DESCRIPTION:The Pontiac Bandits have been making their way around Vancouve
 r Island all summer\, from local stages to the main stage at SunFest. Now 
 they’re finally saddling up for a night in Nanaimo.\n\n\nExpect hard-edg
 ed country\, outlaw tunes\, soulful Americana\, rock ’n’ roll and a wh
 ole lot of music made for dancing.\n\n\n Simon Holt Restaurant\n Saturday\
 , September 26th 7:30PM
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/the-pontiac-bandits-at-simonholt/?utm_s
 ource=caldiscovery&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:Jukebox Poker
DTSTART:20260927T030000Z
DTEND:20260927T060000Z
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:20260927T040000Z
DTEND:20260927T070000Z
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
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260927T150000Z
DTEND:20260928T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207103-1790496000-1790532000@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/2026-09-27/?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:Birding Walk
DTSTART:20260927T160000Z
DTEND:20260927T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:j812ejctgtkd7j8bfmp1kub5pk@google.com
CATEGORIES:outdoors
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Backyard Wild Bird & Nature Store The\, 6314 Metral Dr\, Nanaimo\
 , BC V9T 2L8\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260927T170000Z
DTEND:20260928T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207207-1790503200-1790532000@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-5/2026-09-27/?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:Book Club
DTSTART:20260927T173000Z
DTEND:20260927T193000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T000344Z
UID:207589-1790505000-1790512200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:literary
DESCRIPTION:We pick the theme\, you pick the book! Join us monthly to chat
 \, discuss what we read\, and share book recommendations. \nNo registratio
 n required\, drop in to say hi! Tea and treats provided. \n  \nTHEME for 
 September: Indigenous voices \nSuggested Titles: \n\nWhat Was Said to Me: 
 The Life of Sti’tum’atul’wut\, a Cowichan Woman by Ruby Peters\nMaki
 ng Space for Indigenous Feminism by Multiple Authors\nSee-Me Street: My Ho
 meless Indigenous Journey by DerRic Starlight\nUnreconciled: Family\, Trut
 h\, and Indigenous Resistance by Jesse Wente\nBeyond the Glittering World:
  Indigenous Feminisms and Futurisms by Multiple Authors\nVenCo: a Novel by
  Cherie Dimaline\nLove is a War Song by Danica Nava\nThe Cree Word for Lov
 e : Sâkihitowin by Tracey Lindberg\nGlobal Indigenous Horror by Multiple 
 Authors\nCold: a Novel by Drew Hayden Taylor\nMy Heart is a Chainsaw by St
 ephen Graham Jones\nAll the Quiet Places by Brian Thomas Isaac\nPython’s
  Kiss by Louise Erdrich\nMaking Love with the Land by Joshua Whitehead\nMo
 ther Earth is our Elder: a Northern Indigenous Perspective on the Climate 
 Crisis by Catherine Lafferty\nThe Prairie Chicken Dance Tour by Dawn Dumon
 t\nTalk Treaty to Me: Understanding the Basics of Treaties and Land in Can
 ada by Crystal Fraser\nListening Once Again to Our Great Mother: the Fairy
  Creek Blockades and the Life Story of Pacheedaht Elder Bill Jones by Elde
 r Bill Jones\nMoon of the Crusted Snow: a Novel by Waubgeshig Rice\nNever 
 Whistle at Night: an Indigenous Dark Fiction Anthology by Multiple Authors
 \nNaoyak: a Novel by Norma Dunning\nMonkey Beach by Eden Robinson\nA minor
  chorus: a novel by Billy-Ray Belcourt\nBeautiful Beautiful : a novel by 
 Brandon Reid\nPrairie Edge: a Novel by Conor Kerr\n\n  \nQuestions? Email
  cowichan@virl.bc.ca or call 250-746-7661
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T000344Z
LOCATION:2687 James St. Duncan\, BC
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/book-talk-book-club/2026-09-27/?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:World River&#039\;s Day
DTSTART:20260927T180000Z
DTEND:20260927T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T003221Z
UID:2867620260927T
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Event Time: 11a.m. - 3p.m. World River's Day Celebration Ever
 yone can be a river steward! Join local conservation groups and your commu
 nity to celebrate our rivers and find out how you can be a river steward.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T003221Z
LOCATION:Parksville Community Park Arboretum
X-SOURCE-NAME:RDN Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://rdn.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Lion's Free Skate
DTSTART:20260927T190000Z
DTEND:20260927T203000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:pf3j0vodkelf8se0gfvtrc6hsg@google.com
CATEGORIES:free,sports
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T124453Z
LOCATION:Beban Park Recreation Centre\, 2300 Bowen Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 3
 K7\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Board Game Club
DTSTART:20260927T200000Z
DTEND:20260927T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205646-1790514000-1790524800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to unplug\, meet people in the community\, and
  dive into the exciting world of modern tabletop gaming? Join us at the Co
 urtenay branch for our new Adult Board Game Club! \nWhether you’re a sea
 soned strategist or completely new to the hobby\, you will find a welcomin
 g\, beginner-friendly atmosphere. Local gaming enthusiasts will be on hand
  with a fantastic collection of modern board games\, and they are always h
 appy to teach you the rules—no prior experience required. \nFeel free to
  bring along your own favorite tabletop games to share with the group\, or
  just bring yourself and learn something completely new!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/board-game-club/2026-09-27/?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:Live Music at Millstone Winery
DTSTART:20260927T220000Z
DTEND:20260928T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:vsr3j076avecosclshpbhs0tuk@google.com
CATEGORIES:drink,music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:2300 E Wellington Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 6V8\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Family Storytime at the Wellington Library
DTSTART:20260927T220000Z
DTEND:20260927T223000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205852-1790521200-1790523000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories\, and fun with your little ones! T
 his is a free drop-in program meant for babies\, toddlers\, preschoolers\,
  and their caregivers.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-wellington/2026-09-27/?utm_s
 ource=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:Live Blues @ The Queens
DTSTART:20260927T230000Z
DTEND:20260928T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:2voj09tqq3snl0734sppf6nhas@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:Glow Bowling
DTSTART:20260927T230000Z
DTEND:20260928T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:92vqta8nbodj47s9iohtins23s@google.com
CATEGORIES:sports
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Brechin Lanes\, 1870 E Wellington Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9S 5X7\, Can
 ada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Gundam Sunday
DTSTART:20260927T230000Z
DTEND:20260928T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055540Z
UID:200tsdu2c49ql7gdje55790hd9@google.com
CATEGORIES:gaming
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055540Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:dropzonegamesnanaimobc@gmail.com
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dropzonegames.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207091-1790553600-1790639999@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/2026-09-2
 8/?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:20260928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208036-1790553600-1790639999@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/2026-09-28/?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:Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260928
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208071-1790553600-1790639999@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do? Check out our Crispy Cool Fal
 l Scavenger Hunt! Search for the images hidden in the Kids’ Area of the 
 Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.) to solve a puzzle. On
 ce 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!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182528Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crispy-cool-fall-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-28/?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:55+ SPEED DATING NIGHT AT SIMONHOLT
DTSTART:20260928T003000Z
DTEND:20260928T023000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T000820Z
UID:5937-1790530200-1790537400@www.simonholt.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Ready to meet someone new? Join us for a fun and relaxed eveni
 ng of speed dating for singles aged 55 and over.\nSunday\, September 27\, 
 2026\nDoors open: 5:00 PM\nSpeed dating begins: 5:30 PM\nLocation: Simonho
 lt Restaurant\n6582 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\nTickets: $25\nYour ticket i
 ncludes one complimentary drink.\nSuggested age is 55+\, but all adults ar
 e welcome. Space is limited\, so reserve your spot early!\nSpeed Dating Ev
 ent starts around 5:30pm\nHosted by Wanapa Frandsen\, you’ll enjoy a war
 m\, welcoming atmosphere while meeting new people through many speed dates
 \, each lasting 2.5 minutes. After the speed dating session\, stay for an 
 open mingle hour to reconnect and continue the conversation.
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/55-speed-dating-night-at-simonholt/?utm
 _source=caldiscovery&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:3D Printing Meetup
DTSTART:20260928T020000Z
DTEND:20260928T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:4qdn718834lmlb39sc3r175r8o@google.com
CATEGORIES:tech
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:Drop in Dance Class
DTSTART:20260928T030000Z
DTEND:20260928T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:4p8qu57d83jobcegnhhv101hhc@google.com
CATEGORIES:dance
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:MGM Restaurant\, 240 Nicol St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 4T2\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260928T150000Z
DTEND:20260929T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207104-1790582400-1790618400@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/2026-09-28/?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:Knitting Circle
DTSTART:20260928T170000Z
DTEND:20260928T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:kkklo5guf2qqs0gsqbtrjl71f8@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Mad About Ewe Fine Yarns\, 321 Wesley St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 2T5\,
  Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260928T170000Z
DTEND:20260929T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207164-1790589600-1790618400@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 Sayward rece
 iving a published copy of the “Terrifying Tales” book.  A copy of thi
 s years ‘Terrifying Tales” will also be added to the Library collectio
 n. \nContest Rules\; \nLimit of 800 words per story\, with the theme “Te
 rrifying”.\nLimit of one story per writer.\nStory must be an original pi
 ece of your own work. No AI use or plagiarism.\nIndividual entries only! G
 roup or class submissions will not be accepted.\nAll submissions must be s
 ent by email\, in the body of the email\, to the Sayward Library – saywa
 rd@virl.bc.ca
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T000232Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/terrifying-tales-3/2026-09-28/?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:Storytime
DTSTART:20260928T173000Z
DTEND:20260928T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206089-1790591400-1790593200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join Librarian Ginger for storytime at the Ladysmith Branch. 
  The books and songs are chosen to appeal to people 2-6 years old\, but fo
 lks of all ages are welcome. \nThere is no registration required for this 
 program. \nIf you have any questions\, please feel free to phone us at 250
 -245-2322\, or email ladysmith@virl.bc.ca
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-6/2026-09-28/?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:Coffee Morning
DTSTART:20260928T173000Z
DTEND:20260928T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:192789-1790591400-1790596800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Cowichan Library for free coffee\, tea\, snacks an
 d socializing.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/coffee-morning/2026-09-28/?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:Solid Waste Management Plan Monitoring Advisory Committee Meeting
DTSTART:20260928T200000Z
DTEND:20260928T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T092012Z
UID:2790720260928T
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Event Time: 1:00-3:30     Available meeting documents can be 
 viewed at Agendas\, Minutes\, & Videos (https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minutes-
 videos).
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T092012Z
LOCATION:6300 Hammond Bay Road
X-SOURCE-NAME:RDN Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://rdn.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Euchre hosted by Nanaimo Seniors
DTSTART:20260928T200000Z
DTEND:20260928T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:vohjt9o131ncmhqjfju7im0buo@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Bowen Park Complex\, 500 Bowen Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 1Z7\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Scrabble Drop-in
DTSTART:20260928T203000Z
DTEND:20260928T223000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206403-1790602200-1790609400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:Join us for fun and friendly competition! \n\nScrabble sets av
 ailable\nBring your own set if you have one\nAll skill levels welcome!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/scrabble-drop-in/2026-09-28/?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:Builders' Club at the Wellington Library
DTSTART:20260928T213000Z
DTEND:20260928T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:190886-1790605800-1790613000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Calling all builders! Join us every Monday\, from 2:30-4:30 PM
 \, at the Nanaimo Wellington library. \nWe will have LEGO® bricks\, Magna
 Tiles\, and more for fun and creative hands-on play. \nAges 3+ welcome. \n
 NOTE: Parents/guardians/caregivers must remain in the branch while their c
 hildren are attending library programs.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/builders-club-at-the-wellington-library/2026-
 09-28/?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:Paws and Tales: Read to Carlie
DTSTART:20260928T223000Z
DTEND:20260928T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186028-1790609400-1790613000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family,literary
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Carlie\, 0ne of our furry library assistants! \nPa
 ws and Tales is a reading program for kids ages 7 and up. Young readers ca
 n bring a book and sign up for a 20-minute reading session with Carlie\, a
  certified therapy dog from the Pacific Animal Therapy Society. \nCarlie i
 s a patient and friendly listener who loves stories and meeting new friend
 s. This program helps children practice reading aloud with a comforting co
 mpanion\, build confidence\, and make reading a fun experience. \nTo regis
 ter\, visit the branch or call 250-642-3022 to book a 20-minute slot. An a
 dult must accompany each child. \nThe Pacific Animal Therapy Society has b
 een providing compassionate pet therapy to Vancouver Islanders for over 35
  years.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/paws-and-tales-read-to-carlie/2026-09-28/?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:20260929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207092-1790640000-1790726399@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/2026-09-2
 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:Annual General Meeting
DTSTART:20260929T000000Z
DTEND:20260929T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T181031Z
UID:24069-1790614800-1790622000@www.cvims.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Join the Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society for ou
 r Annual General Meeting on September 28. \nCome learn about the work we
 ’ve done over the past years\, hear about what’s ahead\, and connect w
 ith members of our community. Everyone is welcome to join us and be part o
 f the conversation. \nMake sure to register in advance at: AGM Registratio
 n – Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society \nWe look forward to 
 seeing you there!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T181031Z
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/annual-general-meeting-2/?utm_source=caldi
 scovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc
X-SOURCE-NAME:CVIMS - Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.cvims.org/events/category/youth-connections/page/
 2
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Nanaimo North Teen Photo Contest
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208037-1790640000-1790726399@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/2026-09-29/?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:Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260929
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208072-1790640000-1790726399@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do? Check out our Crispy Cool Fal
 l Scavenger Hunt! Search for the images hidden in the Kids’ Area of the 
 Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.) to solve a puzzle. On
 ce 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!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182528Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crispy-cool-fall-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-29/?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:EA F Parks and Open Space Advisory Committee
DTSTART:20260929T020000Z
DTEND:20260929T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T092012Z
UID:2795420260928T
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Event Time: 7:00 P.M.  Available meeting documents can be view
 ed at Agendas\, Minutes\, & Videos (https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minutes-vide
 os).
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T092012Z
LOCATION:Coombs Fairgrounds - Heritage Hall
X-SOURCE-NAME:RDN Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://rdn.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Live Music at The Queens
DTSTART:20260929T020000Z
DTEND:20260929T050000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:ihqacl6ii42toupl1uq32viias@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260929T150000Z
DTEND:20260930T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207105-1790668800-1790704800@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/2026-09-29/?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:Jonaco Hobby Workshop
DTSTART:20260929T164500Z
DTEND:20260929T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:2cpbnl9gdhq04l98fupbscfab8@google.com
CATEGORIES:education
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Jonanco Hobby Workshop\, 2745 White Rapids Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9X 
 1E4\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Kids Drop In and Play
DTSTART:20260929T170000Z
DTEND:20260929T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:3vm96bo24b18hsn7agkrp46gjg@google.com
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Near the Food Court
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Woodgrove Centre\, 6631 Island Hwy N\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 4T7\, Can
 ada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DTSTART:20260929T170000Z
DTEND:20260929T173000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206298-1790676000-1790677800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories and fun! This is a free drop-in pr
 ogram for children aged 0 – 5 years and their caregivers. Playtime after
 ward.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-2/2026-09-29/?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:20260929T170000Z
DTEND:20260930T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207165-1790676000-1790704800@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 Sayward rece
 iving a published copy of the “Terrifying Tales” book.  A copy of thi
 s years ‘Terrifying Tales” will also be added to the Library collectio
 n. \nContest Rules\; \nLimit of 800 words per story\, with the theme “Te
 rrifying”.\nLimit of one story per writer.\nStory must be an original pi
 ece of your own work. No AI use or plagiarism.\nIndividual entries only! G
 roup or class submissions will not be accepted.\nAll submissions must be s
 ent by email\, in the body of the email\, to the Sayward Library – saywa
 rd@virl.bc.ca
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T000232Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/terrifying-tales-3/2026-09-29/?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:CRA Clinic
DTSTART:20260929T170000Z
DTEND:20260929T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T181031Z
UID:24063-1790676000-1790694000@www.cvims.org
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Need help with your tax slips or CRA account? Our Canada Reven
 ue Agency specialist is here to help. \nGet support with tax slips\, CRA 
 letters and correspondence\, benefits and credits\, and updates to your M
 y CRA Account\, including your address and contact information. \nLearn mo
 re about benefits you may be eligible for\, including disability\, child\
 , dental\, and grocery benefits. \nSeptember 29\, 2026 \n101 -319 Selby St
 reet \n10 am – 3 pm by appointment only \nto book contact your settlemen
 t worker or case manager
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T181031Z
URL:https://www.cvims.org/event/cra-clinic-3/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_
 medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc
X-SOURCE-NAME:CVIMS - Central Vancouver Island Multicultural Society
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.cvims.org/events/category/youth-connections/page/
 2
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DTSTART:20260929T173000Z
DTEND:20260929T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206439-1790677800-1790679600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join our Staff for 30 minutes of live-action storytime fun! We
 ’ll shake our shakers\, wave our scarves\, sing songs\, and of course re
 ad an excellent book or two. This is a free drop-in program for families.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:Quadra Island
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-8/2026-09-29/?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:Storytime at Port Hardy Library
DTSTART:20260929T180000Z
DTEND:20260929T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186642-1790679600-1790681400@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
 -29/?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:Meditation Made Easy
DTSTART:20260929T190000Z
DTEND:20260929T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186045-1790683200-1790686800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:wellness
DESCRIPTION:Weekly drop in meditation for beginners. An introduction to di
 fferent practices of mindfulness\, meditation\, and relaxation. Open to ev
 eryone. Session runs from 12:00-12:50pm in the large meeting room at Nanai
 mo Harbourfront Library.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/meditation-made-easy/2026-09-29/?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:Knit Wits
DTSTART:20260929T190000Z
DTEND:20260929T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:204836-1790683200-1790690400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Visit Bowser Library and be a Knit Wit!. Join us at 12:00 pm t
 o sit\, chat\, and get a little work done on your textile projects.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/knit-wits/2026-09-29/?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:Committee of the Whole
DTSTART:20260929T200000Z
DTEND:20260929T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260730T092012Z
UID:2793320260929T
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Event Time: 1:00 p.m.  Available meeting documents can be view
 ed at Agendas\, Minutes\, & Videos (https://rdn.bc.ca/agendas-minutes-vide
 os).
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T092012Z
LOCATION:Board Chambers (Webstreamed)
X-SOURCE-NAME:RDN Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://rdn.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:On Site Art
DTSTART:20260929T203000Z
DTEND:20260929T223000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:ulop2a29pe6jaj2qadj9fgrr4o@google.com
CATEGORIES:arts
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:North Nanaimo Library
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:LEGO® Club
DTSTART:20260929T210000Z
DTEND:20260930T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186044-1790690400-1790701200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:We provide the LEGO (and Duplo) and you provide the imaginatio
 n every Tuesday afternoon. Come ready to build! \nThis is a free\, drop-in
  event.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-14/2026-09-29/?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:Culture Days: Artist Talk with Joanna Recalma Photography Exhibiti
 on
DTSTART:20260929T210000Z
DTEND:20260929T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208098-1790690400-1790694000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Joanna Recalma invites audiences to explore reconciliation thr
 ough a new lens—one that moves beyond discussion and toward meaningful a
 ction. Drawing on her experience as a lawyer working in litigation and pol
 icy\, her role as an initiated member of the Kwakwaka’wakw Big House\, a
 nd her lived experience as a mother\, aunty\, and daughter of the Pentlatc
 h Nation\, Joanna offers a unique perspective on the personal and collecti
 ve work of reconciliation. \nThrough storytelling\, reflection\, and pract
 ical insight\, she challenges audiences to reconsider long-held assumption
 s and empowers participants to take an active role in advancing reconcilia
 tion in their daily lives\, workplaces\, and communities.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182528Z
LOCATION:Qualicum Beach Library\, 660 primrose\, qualicum beach\, British 
 Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/culture-days-artist-talk-with-joanna-recalma-
 photography-exhibition/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig
 n=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:Technology Lessons at the Libarary
DTSTART:20260929T213000Z
DTEND:20260929T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:bo83mb408b2pq5ot6d3svftd0g@google.com
CATEGORIES:education
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:Lego Club
DTSTART:20260929T220000Z
DTEND:20260930T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:187434-1790694000-1790701200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to the meeting room and use our mountains of Lego to l
 et your imagination fly!  Challenge cards will inspire your creations.  
 Open to all ages.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-2/2026-09-29/?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:Tech Help
DTSTART:20260929T220000Z
DTEND:20260930T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:190325-1790694000-1790704800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:tech
DESCRIPTION:Tech Help is here to assist with your laptop\, tablet\, cellph
 one or ereader! \nWe can help with streaming movies\, downloading apps or 
 music\, and using online databases. \nDrop-ins are welcome but to be sure 
 of an appointment call the Quadra Island Library at 250-285-2216 to book.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-10/2026-09-29/?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:Kanopy Flicks Movie Afternoon
DTSTART:20260929T220000Z
DTEND:20260930T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205535-1790694000-1790701200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:film
DESCRIPTION:Every last Tuesday of the month.  For August the movie is “
 Portrait of a Lady on Fire.”  Free popcorn offered.  Kanopy is our fre
 e public library streaming film service which any library member can acces
 s from home.  To find out more go to our website and search for Kanopy.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/kanopy-flicks-movie-afternoon/2026-09-29/?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:Craft Studio for Teens
DTSTART:20260929T220000Z
DTEND:20260930T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T061916Z
UID:207640-1790694000-1790701200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Hang out and be creative. Work on your own crafts\, use our su
 pplies\, or just do some doodling. Snacks provided. \n\n\n\nFor teens/twee
 ns Ages 11+
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T061916Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/craft-studio-for-teens/2026-09-29/?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:Sooke LEGO® Club
DTSTART:20260929T223000Z
DTEND:20260930T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186041-1790695800-1790701200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Drop in for some weekly LEGO® building fun at LEGO® Club! We
  provide the LEGO® (and Duplo) and you provide the imagination every Tues
 day afternoon. Connect with other kids and break out the bricks for a buil
 ding bonanza at the library. Best suited for ages 6-12. Children under 10 
 must be accompanied by an adult. \nThis is a free\, drop-in event. Come r
 eady to build!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sooke-lego-club/2026-09-29/?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:The Mockingjay Society
DTSTART:20260929T223000Z
DTEND:20260929T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:206197-1790695800-1790699400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,literary
DESCRIPTION:Do you love the Hunger Games? Do you want to debate key plot e
 lements with others who love it just as much as you? \nBeginning September
  29th\, we’ll be reading the series together in order\, with themed acti
 vities\, 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!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/the-mockingjay-society/2026-09-29/?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:Youth Chess Club
DTSTART:20260929T223000Z
DTEND:20260929T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T181918Z
UID:207259-1790695800-1790699400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family,gaming
DESCRIPTION:Interested in playing chess\, but don’t know how?  Or perha
 ps you are an expert and you’re looking for others to play against?  Jo
 in us at Youth Chess Club!  The library’s teen volunteers will be on ha
 nd to teach you the basics and/or play against you.  Organized by teen vo
 lunteer Kedar\, who has participated in the Canadian National Youth Champi
 onship! \nEvery Tuesday from 3:30 – 4:30 pm.  Drop in. \nFor Tweens & T
 eens.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T181918Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/youth-chess-club/2026-09-29/?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:Get Reel Documentary Film Screening: THE STAND
DTSTART:20260929T223000Z
DTEND:20260930T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260910T001930Z
UID:207680-1790695800-1790703000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:film,free
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Parksville Library for the debut of our Get Ree
 l: Documentary Film Club with a screening of NFB documentary The Stand. \n
 Drawn from more than a hundred hours of archival footage and audio\, Chris
 topher Auchter’s riveting feature documentary recreates the moment when 
 the Haida Nation took a stand for the future. \nEveryone is welcome to att
 end this free event. Light refreshments will be served\, and it will end w
 ith a discussion as time permits. \n\nThe Get Reel: Documentary Film Club 
 is a monthly documentary series featuring captivating stories\, significan
 t historical events\, and the remarkable people who have shaped our world.
  Films will be screened once a month on Tuesday afternoons in the Forum. F
 uture dates are: October 20\, November 17\, & December 15.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260910T001930Z
LOCATION:City of Parksville Forum
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/get-reel-documentary-film-screening-the-stand
 /?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:Tamiya 4WD Tuesday
DTSTART:20260930T000000Z
DTEND:20260930T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055540Z
UID:1fnk28hbdgie87jget86e4pk9e@google.com
CATEGORIES:gaming
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055540Z
X-SOURCE-NAME:dropzonegamesnanaimobc@gmail.com
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.dropzonegames.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Puzzle Time
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:196564-1790726400-1790812799@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/2026-09-30/?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:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207093-1790726400-1790812799@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:20260903T000232Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fall-in-port-alberni-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-3
 0/?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:20260930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208039-1790726400-1790812799@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/2026-09-30/?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:Crispy Cool Fall Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260930
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTSTAMP:20260917T182528Z
UID:208073-1790726400-1790812799@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do? Check out our Crispy Cool Fal
 l Scavenger Hunt! Search for the images hidden in the Kids’ Area of the 
 Sidney / North Saanich Library (10091 Resthaven Dr.) to solve a puzzle. On
 ce 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!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T182528Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/crispy-cool-fall-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-30/?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:Strategy Board Games at the Library
DTSTART:20260930T003000Z
DTEND:20260930T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:k4uvotq6fha834fnuqilr5pbno@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:Live Music at The Landlubber
DTSTART:20260930T020000Z
DTEND:20260930T050000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:rre5gqqm15o6enlbpucf74bpqc@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
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:Knitting Circle
DTSTART:20260930T020000Z
DTEND:20260930T040000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:72lrhkulonemme4me5iibjdve8@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Country Grocer\, 1800 Dufferin Crescent\, Nanaimo\, BC V9S 0A9\, 
 Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Karaoke
DTSTART:20260930T020000Z
DTEND:20260930T065900Z
DTSTAMP:20260917T124453Z
UID:d7dqe9s525g1qh887jftimf3uk@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T124453Z
LOCATION:Cambie Bar & Grill\, 63 Victoria Crescent\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 5B9\
 , Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - No Meeting
DTSTART:20260930T140000Z
DTEND:20260930T150000Z
DTSTAMP:20260902T000413Z
UID:10000322-1790751600-1790755200@www.daybreakrotary.ca
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000413Z
URL:https://www.daybreakrotary.ca/event/national-day-for-truth-and-reconci
 liation-no-meeting/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=na
 naimo-bc
X-SOURCE-NAME:Rotary Club of Nanaimo Daybreak
X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.daybreakrotary.ca/event/cheryl-ann-kelly-nanaimo-
 search-rescue
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Truth and Reconciliation Day Services and Closures
DTSTART:20260930T150000Z
DTEND:20260930T170000Z
DTSTAMP:20260815T002655Z
UID:2865020260930T
CATEGORIES:civic
DESCRIPTION:Event Time: 8 a.m. RDN Offices - closedRegional Landfill - clo
 sed  Church Road Transfer Station - closedRavensong Aquatic Centre - clos
 edOceanside Place Arena - office closed\; open for pre-scheduled rentals -
  must book in advance by contacting 250-248-3252 RDN Transit - office clo
 sed - Regular Sunday Level Service
LAST-MODIFIED:20260815T002655Z
LOCATION:Regional District of Nanaimo
X-SOURCE-NAME:RDN Events
X-SOURCE-URL:https://rdn.bc.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Terrifying Tales
DTSTART:20260930T150000Z
DTEND:20261001T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207106-1790755200-1790791200@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/2026-09-30/?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:STATUTORY Holiday
DTSTART:20260930T150000Z
DTEND:20261001T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260907T050354Z
UID:10001012-1790755200-1790787600@qualicumbeach.com
CATEGORIES:holiday
LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T050354Z
URL:https://qualicumbeach.com/event/statutory-holiday-2/2026-09-30/?utm_so
 urce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc
X-SOURCE-NAME:Qualicum Beach
X-SOURCE-URL:https://qualicumbeach.com/family-day
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Knitting Circle
DTSTART:20260930T170000Z
DTEND:20260930T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:kkklo5guf2qqs0gsqbtrjl71f8@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Mad About Ewe Fine Yarns\, 321 Wesley St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 2T5\,
  Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Tiny Tots Playgroup
DTSTART:20260930T170000Z
DTEND:20260930T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:45tei90u5k7pfq6lun5921evn8@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Country Club Centre\, 3200 N Island Hwy\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 1W1\, 
 Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write
DTSTART:20260930T170000Z
DTEND:20260930T193000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:190981-1790762400-1790771400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:literary
DESCRIPTION:All writers welcome to join this very dedicated group of local
  authors\, poets\, & beginning writers too!  Work on your writing in abso
 lute silence from 10 to 12 and then chat and socialize from 12 to 12:30 if
  you wish.  Hosted by Greg Blee.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/shut-up-write-2/2026-09-30/?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:Tech Help
DTSTART:20260930T170000Z
DTEND:20260930T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:190277-1790762400-1790773200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:tech
DESCRIPTION:Tech Help is here to assist with your laptop\, tablet\, cellph
 one or ereader! \nWe can help with streaming movies\, downloading apps or 
 music\, and using online databases. \nDrop-ins are welcome but to be sure 
 of an appointment call the Quadra Island Library at 250-285-2216 to book.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-14/2026-09-30/?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:20260930T170000Z
DTEND:20261001T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T000232Z
UID:207166-1790762400-1790791200@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 Sayward rece
 iving a published copy of the “Terrifying Tales” book.  A copy of thi
 s years ‘Terrifying Tales” will also be added to the Library collectio
 n. \nContest Rules\; \nLimit of 800 words per story\, with the theme “Te
 rrifying”.\nLimit of one story per writer.\nStory must be an original pi
 ece of your own work. No AI use or plagiarism.\nIndividual entries only! G
 roup or class submissions will not be accepted.\nAll submissions must be s
 ent by email\, in the body of the email\, to the Sayward Library – saywa
 rd@virl.bc.ca
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T000232Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/terrifying-tales-3/2026-09-30/?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:ToddlerTime
DTSTART:20260930T173000Z
DTEND:20260930T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:pgsg3jb19aerno5rsu63de984s@google.com
CATEGORIES:family
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:Preschool Storytime
DTSTART:20260930T173000Z
DTEND:20260930T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:asir3s3a55qqt35f8o6og76has@google.com
CATEGORIES:family
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:North Nanaimo Library
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Babytime
DTSTART:20260930T173000Z
DTEND:20260930T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:189294-1790764200-1790766000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:education,family
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 al
 l abilities and their siblings are welcome.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/babytime/2026-09-30/?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:Family Storytime
DTSTART:20260930T173000Z
DTEND:20260930T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:204377-1790764200-1790766000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join us for songs\, stories and fun! This is a free drop-in pr
 ogram for children aged 0 – 5 years and their caregivers. Playtime after
 ward.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime/2026-09-30/?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:Parent Child Mother Goose
DTSTART:20260930T173000Z
DTEND:20260930T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T061916Z
UID:207663-1790764200-1790767800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family
DESCRIPTION:Join Mother Goose facilitators for songs\, rhymes and fun. For
  ages 0-2 and their families. \n\n\n\n\nTell Your Friends
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T061916Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/parent-child-mother-goose-4/2026-09-30/?utm_s
 ource=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:20260930T180000Z
DTEND:20260930T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186643-1790766000-1790767800@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
 -30/?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:Babytime
DTSTART:20260930T181500Z
DTEND:20260930T191500Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:n6hfoluetuj5aq6sfuim73mgao@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Nanaimo Wellington Library
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Mother Goose Baby Bounce
DTSTART:20260930T183000Z
DTEND:20260930T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260915T002605Z
UID:207899-1790767800-1790769600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family,free
DESCRIPTION:Babies start learning from birth! Learn rhymes\, tickles\, son
 gs and more. Encourage brain development\, early literacy skills and meet 
 new people while you’re at it! \nThis free program is for kiddos from 0-
 12 months and their care providers. Siblings are welcome. Drop-in.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T002605Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/mother-goose-baby-bounce/2026-09-30/?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:Connections Group for Seniors/Elders
DTSTART:20260930T193000Z
DTEND:20260930T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:0v6kjfc7jnomf76qprcjstlsm4@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Nanaimo Family Life Association\, 1070 Townsite Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC
 \, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Drop In Playgroup
DTSTART:20260930T193000Z
DTEND:20260930T210000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:h606jc2c9rjq9a5fdn41g9m0uo@google.com
CATEGORIES:community
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Brechin United Church\, 1998 Estevan Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9S 3Z2\, 
 Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Parksville Library Knitting Group (textile arts)
DTSTART:20260930T193000Z
DTEND:20260930T213000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186056-1790771400-1790778600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:arts
DESCRIPTION:Drop in Wednesdays 12:30 to 2:30 for Parksville Library’s we
 ekly knitting group. \nSit. Knit. Sew. Crochet. Chat.  🙂
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/parksville-library-knitting-group-textile-art
 s/2026-09-30/?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:South Cowichan Book a Librarian
DTSTART:20260930T210000Z
DTEND:20260930T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186054-1790776800-1790780400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:education
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions? Book a Librarian! Interested in explori
 ng a new topic or have a question about how the library can help with your
  beginning reader? Interested in online books\, movies\, or magazines? Rea
 dy to do some family history research? Schedule a 30-minute session with a
  librarian! \nCall 250-743-5283 to book a session. Appointments are availa
 ble for other days and times.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/book-a-librarian-2/2026-09-30/?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:LEGO Club
DTSTART:20260930T213000Z
DTEND:20260930T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260909T061916Z
UID:207652-1790778600-1790785800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Calling all architects! Bring your construction skills and we
 ’ll provide the LEGO.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260909T061916Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-6/2026-09-30/?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:Tech-Help Wednesday
DTSTART:20260930T220000Z
DTEND:20261001T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:186058-1790780400-1790787600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:tech
DESCRIPTION:Let us help you figure out your device issues.  Whether it’
 s your laptop\, tablet\, eReader\, or phone – we will do what we can to 
 reduce your frustrations! \nPlease bring your device\, library card\, and 
 any passwords you may need. \nCall 250.247.7878 to book your free\, 30-min
 ute tech appointment.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-wednesday/2026-09-30/?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:Tech Help
DTSTART:20260930T220000Z
DTEND:20261001T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:205084-1790780400-1790787600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:tech
DESCRIPTION:Need help with your phone\, tablet\, laptop\, or another tech 
 question? Sign up for a 30-minute\, one-on-one session with library staff 
 and get personalized tech support. \nTech Help runs every Wednesday aftern
 oon from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm. Reserve your spot at the desk or give us a c
 all!
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tech-help-5/2026-09-30/?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:Comox Teen Dungeons & Dragons Club
DTSTART:20260930T223000Z
DTEND:20261001T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:201332-1790782200-1790789400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:Calling youth ages 12-16! Step into the world of Dungeons & Dr
 agons with thrilling monthly adventures that challenge your creativity and
  monster-slaying skills alike. Supplies will be provided.  \nWe meet the 
 last Wednesday of every month. This program is currently full. To register
  for the wait list\, click the register button below.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/dungeons-dragons-club/2026-09-30/?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:Paws and Tales: Read to Rosie
DTSTART:20260930T223000Z
DTEND:20260930T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260916T182140Z
UID:207981-1790782200-1790785800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family,literary
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Rosie\, one of our furry library assistants! \nPaw
 s 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 c
 ertified 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 compa
 nion\, 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 adul
 t must accompany each child. \nThe Pacific Animal Therapy Society has been
  providing compassionate pet therapy to Vancouver Islanders for over 35 ye
 ars. \n(Note: Rosie is the one wearing a scarf\; her human is Barb.)
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182140Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/paws-and-tales-read-to-rosie/2026-09-30/?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:Tech Made Easy
DTSTART:20260930T230000Z
DTEND:20261001T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:kihkn9vcqki4kcp8foh2sl8cmc@google.com
CATEGORIES:tech
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:Nanaimo Wellington Library
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Teen RPG Club
DTSTART:20260930T230000Z
DTEND:20261001T010000Z
DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z
UID:201433-1790784000-1790791200@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,gaming
DESCRIPTION:Adventure awaits…at the library! Join a stalwart band of tee
 ns as they learn to how to play the Star Wars roleplaying game. All suppli
 es are provided but registration is required as is space limited. For ages
  12-18 only. \nRegister in person at the Quadra Island Library.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/teen-rpg-club/2026-09-30/?utm_source=caldisco
 very&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:Live Music: Ries Vink
DTSTART:20261001T000000Z
DTEND:20261001T020000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055529Z
UID:9g552btlj4kt1id4osb1b8dp5s@google.com
CATEGORIES:music
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055529Z
LOCATION:MGM Restaurant\, 240 Nicol St\, Nanaimo\, BC V9R 4T2\, Canada
X-SOURCE-NAME:Nanaimo Events Calendar
X-SOURCE-URL:https://lemmy.ca/c/nanaimo
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Kill Team
DTSTART:20261001T000000Z
DTEND:20261001T030000Z
DTSTAMP:20260807T055540Z
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SUMMARY:Drop in Dance Class
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