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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: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
END:VCALENDAR