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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261001
DTSTAMP:20260829T000226Z
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:20260829T000226Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fall-in-port-alberni-scavenger-hunt/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Puzzle Time
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260906
DTSTAMP:20260903T120157Z
UID:196551-1788566400-1788652799@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:20260903T120157Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/woss-library-puzzle-table/2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Port Hardy Library Adventure Card
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260906
DTSTAMP:20260903T120157Z
UID:198053-1788566400-1788652799@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:20260903T120157Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/port-hardy-library-adventure-card/2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260905
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260906
DTSTAMP:20260903T120157Z
UID:207068-1788566400-1788652799@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:20260903T120157Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fall-in-port-alberni-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-0
 5/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Family Fun Time
DTSTART:20260905T170000Z
DTEND:20260905T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T120157Z
UID:183605-1788602400-1788606000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
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:20260903T120157Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-fun-time/2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Port Hardy Writers Group
DTSTART:20260905T170000Z
DTEND:20260905T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260903T180221Z
UID:189547-1788602400-1788607800@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:literary
DESCRIPTION:Join other writers to share feedback\, find inspiration\, and 
 support each other. First Saturday of each month.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T180221Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/port-hardy-writers-group/2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DTSTART:20260905T170000Z
DTEND:20260905T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T000217Z
UID:201470-1788602400-1788609600@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:20260904T000217Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/chess-club-3/2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Fresh Start: FREE Back To School Event
DTSTART:20260905T170000Z
DTEND:20260906T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T000217Z
UID:204888-1788602400-1788627600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community,family
DESCRIPTION:Kids can start the school year right with a free Haircut\, fre
 e Backpack\, free School Supplies\, and Fun ! \nWANT TO SUPPORT FRESH STAR
 T…? \nVOLUNTEERS: \nContact Barber Dave at That 50’s Barber Shop: 778.
 441.1985 | thatbarber@gmail.com | or message the Fresh Start Facebook Pag
 e. \nDONATE FUNDS: \nAt That 50’s Barber Shop at 16A Victoria Crescent\,
  Nanaimo. \nOnline at: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/dn/104246 \nCLOTHING
  & SUPPLIES: \nFresh start is accepting…\n\nNew or gently used Kids
 ’ Clothing and School Backpacks.\nNEW School Supplies. Things like…\n\
 nglue\, glue sticks\, scissors\, white erasers\, pencil cases\, lunch boxe
 s\npens\, pencils\, felts\, markers\, highlighters\, crayons\, pencil cray
 ons…\ncorrecting tape (white out)\, paper reinforcers\, paper\, graph pa
 per\nrulers\, subject dividers\, duotangs\, pencil sharpeners\n\n\nNO TECH
  NO TOYS NO GAMES PLEASE\nUsed Notebooks\n\nDonate at That 50’s Barber S
 hop or the Nanaimo Harbourfront Library\nDonated items will be evaluated i
 ndividually. If bringing in a box or bag with multiple donations\, pleas
 e be patient while staff determine which items we can accept.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T000217Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fresh-start-free-back-to-school-event/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Family Play Day
DTSTART:20260905T173000Z
DTEND:20260905T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T000217Z
UID:183600-1788604200-1788609600@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:20260904T000217Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-play-day/2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Family Storytime
DTSTART:20260905T173000Z
DTEND:20260905T180000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T000217Z
UID:206676-1788604200-1788606000@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:20260904T000217Z
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-storytime-11/2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Family StoryTime
DTSTART:20260905T180000Z
DTEND:20260905T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T000217Z
UID:183602-1788606000-1788607800@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:20260904T000217Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-3/2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Sooke All-Ages Family Storytime
DTSTART:20260905T180000Z
DTEND:20260905T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T000217Z
UID:183604-1788606000-1788607800@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:20260904T000217Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/sooke-all-ages-family-storytime/2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Storytime at Port Hardy Library
DTSTART:20260905T180000Z
DTEND:20260905T183000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T000217Z
UID:186626-1788606000-1788607800@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:20260904T000217Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-at-the-port-hardy-library-2/2026-09
 -05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:LEGO Club and Family Fun Time
DTSTART:20260905T180000Z
DTEND:20260905T200000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T000217Z
UID:203515-1788606000-1788613200@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:20260904T000217Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/lego-club-9/2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Oceanside Chess Club
DTSTART:20260905T180000Z
DTEND:20260905T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T000217Z
UID:203930-1788606000-1788620400@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:20260904T000217Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/oceanside-chess-club/2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Open Playroom
DTSTART:20260905T180000Z
DTEND:20260905T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T000217Z
UID:206684-1788606000-1788609600@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:20260904T000217Z
LOCATION:Campbell River Library\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/open-playroom-5/2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Death Cafe
DTSTART:20260905T200000Z
DTEND:20260905T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T060205Z
UID:141273-1788613200-1788620400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Discuss death in a relaxed and confidential space with experie
 nced facilitators.  Cake & coffee provided by Ground Up Cafe thanks to ou
 r Friends of the Library.  Registration is required.  Call 247-7878
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060205Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/death-cafe/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Knitters at the Library
DTSTART:20260905T210000Z
DTEND:20260905T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T060205Z
UID:183601-1788616800-1788624000@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:20260904T060205Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/knitters-at-the-library/2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Family Movie Afternoon
DTSTART:20260905T210000Z
DTEND:20260905T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T060205Z
UID:206173-1788616800-1788620400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:film
DESCRIPTION:Join us the first Saturday of the month at 2pm for movies in t
 he library! We’ll be screening lots of family friendly fun flicks! Bring
  your blankets\, PJS and snacks! \nChildren must be accompanied by an adul
 t for the duration of the event \n  \nThis Month We’re Screening: HOPPE
 RS
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T060205Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/family-movie-afternoon-4/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Author Reading & Signing: Jan DeGrass
DTSTART:20260905T210000Z
DTEND:20260905T220000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T120204Z
UID:188912-1788616800-1788620400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:literary
DESCRIPTION:Join Jan DeGrass for a Q&A and reading from Temptations and Tr
 avels. Part imagination\, part memory\, Temptations and Travels is a colle
 ction of stories that wander freely between fiction and lived experience. 
 Life’s lessons are learned in unlikely forms: from a curious emu\, from 
 chance meetings with passengers on a train\, or from a handsome stranger i
 n a remote British Columbia gold-rush town. Whether recounting internation
 al adventures or reflecting on the quirks of everyday life\, DeGrass bring
 s humor\, insight\, and a deeply human touch to every tale. Stick around a
 fter the reading for an engaging Q&A session.
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T120204Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/author-reading-signing-jan-degrass/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Needlecraft Circle
DTSTART:20260905T220000Z
DTEND:20260906T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T120204Z
UID:199421-1788620400-1788627600@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:20260904T120204Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/needlecraft-circle-2-2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Spanish Conversation
DTSTART:20260905T223000Z
DTEND:20260905T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T120204Z
UID:183598-1788622200-1788625800@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:20260904T120204Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/spanish-conversation/2026-09-05/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260906
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTSTAMP:20260904T180207Z
UID:207069-1788652800-1788739199@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:20260904T180207Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fall-in-port-alberni-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-0
 6/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons
DTSTART:20260906T180000Z
DTEND:20260907T000000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T180207Z
UID:205523-1788692400-1788714000@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:gaming
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Cowichan Library each month for a series of one
  shot (drop-in) Dungeons & Dragons campaigns. Led by experienced Dungeon M
 asters\, this series is suitable for absolute beginners and experienced pl
 ayers alike. Players must be 15+ and adhere to a strict Safe Space policy.
  All supplies provided. No registration required. \nQuestions? Email cowic
 han@virl.bc.ca \n  \nDate: First Sunday of each month \nTime: 11am-5pm \n
 Location: Cowichan Library (2687 James Street)
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T180207Z
LOCATION:2687 James St. Duncan\, BC
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/dungeons-dragons/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Board Game Club
DTSTART:20260906T200000Z
DTEND:20260906T230000Z
DTSTAMP:20260904T180207Z
UID:205643-1788699600-1788710400@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:20260904T180207Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/board-game-club/2026-09-06/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Shut Up & Write: Nanaimo
DTSTART:20260906T223000Z
DTEND:20260907T003000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T000157Z
UID:188437-1788708600-1788715800@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:20260905T000157Z
LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/shut-up-write-nanaimo/2026-09-06/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260907
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTSTAMP:20260905T000157Z
UID:207070-1788739200-1788825599@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:20260905T000157Z
LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fall-in-port-alberni-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-0
 7/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Coffee Morning
DTSTART:20260907T173000Z
DTEND:20260907T190000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T000157Z
UID:192786-1788777000-1788782400@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:community
DESCRIPTION:Stop by the Cowichan Library for free coffee\, tea\, snacks an
 d socializing.
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LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/coffee-morning/2026-09-07/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Paws and Tales: Read to Carlie
DTSTART:20260907T223000Z
DTEND:20260907T233000Z
DTSTAMP:20260905T000157Z
UID:184369-1788795000-1788798600@virl.bc.ca
CATEGORIES:family,literary
DESCRIPTION:Introducing Carlie\, 0ne of our furry library assistants! \nPa
 ws and Tales is a reading program for kids ages 7 and up. Young readers ca
 n bring a book and sign up for a 20-minute reading session with Carlie\, a
  certified therapy dog from the Pacific Animal Therapy Society. \nCarlie i
 s a patient and friendly listener who loves stories and meeting new friend
 s. This program helps children practice reading aloud with a comforting co
 mpanion\, build confidence\, and make reading a fun experience. \nTo regis
 ter\, visit the branch or call 250-642-3022 to book a 20-minute slot. An a
 dult must accompany each child. \nThe Pacific Animal Therapy Society has b
 een providing compassionate pet therapy to Vancouver Islanders for over 35
  years.
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LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/paws-and-tales-read-to-carlie/2026-09-07/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
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BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Port Hardy Library Adventure Card
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTSTAMP:20260905T000157Z
UID:198056-1788825600-1788911999@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.
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LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/port-hardy-library-adventure-card/2026-09-08/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
SUMMARY:Fall in Port Alberni Scavenger Hunt
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTSTAMP:20260905T000157Z
UID:207071-1788825600-1788911999@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!
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LOCATION:In Branch\, British Columbia\, Canada
URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/fall-in-port-alberni-scavenger-hunt/2026-09-0
 8/
X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library
X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all
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