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X-WR-CALNAME:Nanaimo · Wednesday · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001 DTSTAMP:20260901T120201Z UID:206203-1788220800-1790812799@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:Looking for something fun to do?\nCheck out our scavenger hunt ! Search the library for the hidden images and solve the riddle to be ente red into a prize draw! Check back often for a new theme! LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T120201Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fall-in-port-alberni-scavenger-hunt/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/tabletop-game-night-creativity-commo ns-18 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:September Event Line up DTSTART:20260901T150000Z DTEND:20261001T060000Z DTSTAMP:20260902T000820Z UID:5949-1788249600-1790809200@www.simonholt.ca CATEGORIES:food DESCRIPTION:🎉 SEPTEMBER AT SIMONHOLT — LIVE MUSIC\, JAZZ\, KARAOKE\, MAGIC\, CRAFTS & NEW CONNECTIONS! 🎉 \nSeptember is packed with reasons to get out\, meet people\, enjoy great food and drinks\, and experience so mething different at Simonholt! From live music and jazz to karaoke\, craf ts\, magic and speed dating\, there’s something happening throughout the month. \n✨ Friday\, Sept. 4 — Magic Show Special Event | $15Experienc e the fun and surprise of close-up magic while enjoying your Friday night at Simonholt.⏰ 6:30–7:30 PM \n🎸 Sunday\, Sept. 6 — Jazz Night | $ 30The Elliot Freedman Group with special guest John Stowell⏰ 7:30–9:30 PM \n🌴 Friday\, Sept. 11 — Cheko Soto & Band | $15A high-energy Live Reggae Night⏰ 7:30–9:30 PM \n🎷 Saturday\, Sept. 12 — SAX DJ LIVE | $15Featuring Howard Anderson — sax\, DJ energy and a great night out ⏰ 7:30–9:30 PM \n🎤 Sunday\, Sept. 20 — Karaoke Night | FREEGrab t he mic\, bring your friends and sing your favourite hits!⏰ 6:30–9:30 P M \n🎨 Wednesday\, Sept. 23 — Craft Night | $25–$28Lost Arts Club pr esents Gemstone Crafts — create\, connect and have fun. All ages welcome !⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM \n🤠 Saturday\, Sept. 26 — The Pontiac Bandits | $ 15Live music\, cold drinks and Saturday-night energy⏰ 7:30–9:30 PM \n ❤️ Sunday\, Sept. 27 — Speed Dating 55+ | $25Suggested age 55+\, but all adults are welcome. Your ticket includes one complimentary drink.🚪 Doors 5:00 PM | Dating starts 5:30 PM \n✨ PLUS — FREE MAGIC EVERY FRI DAY!Make Simonholt your Friday destination for a little magic with dinner and drinks. \nSeptember isn’t just about coming out for an event — it ’s about music\, laughter\, creativity\, meeting new people and building community right here in Nanaimo. Come for dinner\, stay for the experienc e\, and make a night of it! \n📍 Simonholt Restaurant6582 Applecross Rd. \, Nanaimo\, BC📞 Reservations: 250-933-3338 \nGreat Food. Great Drinks. Live Entertainment. Good Company.See you this September at Simonholt! 🎶✨ LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T000820Z LOCATION:SIMONHOLT Food\, Drink & Live Music Restaurant\, 6582 Applecross Road\, Nanaimo\, British Columbia\, V9V 0A4\, Canada URL:https://www.simonholt.ca/event/september-event-line-up/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:SIMONHOLT Restaurant | FOOD\, DRINK\, LIVE MUSIC X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.simonholt.ca/event/nanaimo-international-jazz-fes tival END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Westshore Recovery Retreat 2026 DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260911 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261014 DTSTAMP:20260807T055536Z UID:25549-1789084800-1791935999@nanaimoaa.org CATEGORIES:community DESCRIPTION:April 6th\, 2023 \nIntergroup is now meeting every second Tue sday at 6pm on Zoom. Zoom info can be found on Nanaimoaa.org’s Events ca lendar. Intergroup is still looking to fill its Newsletter Chair and Archi ves Chair positions. Please contact the Intergroup office if you’re inte rested. LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T055536Z LOCATION:3498 Luxton Road\, 3498 Luxton Road\, Langford\, BC\, V9C 2Y3\, C anada URL:https://nanaimoaa.org/event/westshore-recovery-retreat-2/?utm_source=c aldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=nanaimo-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:MIIS X-SOURCE-URL:https://nanaimoaa.org/meetings END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY: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: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: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 END:VCALENDAR