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Digitizing Archival Materials and Protecting Heritage

Esquimalt Community Room
2026-10-01 14:00:00 2026-10-01 15:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Digitizing Archival Materials and Protecting Heritage Local archivist Dr. Dulma Karunarathna demonstrates how to handle archival materials during and after digitization and explains how to donate originals to archives. Drop-in; space is limited. Esquimalt Branch -

Thursday, October 01
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-10-01 14:00:00 2026-10-01 15:30:00 America/Los_Angeles Digitizing Archival Materials and Protecting Heritage Local archivist Dr. Dulma Karunarathna demonstrates how to handle archival materials during and after digitization and explains how to donate originals to archives. Drop-in; space is limited. Esquimalt Branch -

Local archivist Dr. Dulma Karunarathna demonstrates how to handle archival materials during and after digitization and explains how to donate originals to archives. Drop-in; space is limited.

Dr. Dulma Karunarathna is the archivist at the Municipal Archives for the Township of Esquimalt.

AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | History and Genealogy | Computers and Technology |

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Library closed for Labour Day - All Branches
Mon, Sep 07, All day
Offsite
The library is closed today.
VIRCS BC Newcomer Services Information Table - BH Public Space
Tue, Sep 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bruce Hutchison Branch
Meet settlement workers to learn more about resources and free support available for newcomers. Drop-in, for more information or to register, email bcnsp@vircs.bc.ca or call 250-361-9433.
English Conversation Classes and English Language Learning - Program Room
Wed, Sep 09, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
English Conversation Classes and English Language Learning. Juan de Fuca Branch. Wednesdays, 12:00pm - 4:00pm. Please contact esl@vircs.bc.ca for more information and registration.
ID Clinic - Community Room
Wed, Sep 09, 12:00pm - 2:30pm
Central Branch
In partnership with the Community Social Planning Council. Drop in event that helps people obtain or replace ID. Drop-in. No registration required.
VIRCS BC Newcomer Services Information Table
Wed, Sep 09, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
Meet settlement workers to learn more about resources and free support available for newcomers. Drop-in, for more information or to register, email bcnsp@vircs.bc.ca or call 250-361-9433.
Lab Orientation - The Lab
Thu, Sep 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Esquimalt Branch
An overview of the equipment and software available at the Lab with opportunities to ask your questions. DIY Lab time not included. Ages 10+, 10-14 accompanied by adult.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
VIRCS BC Newcomer Services Information Table
Thu, Sep 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Saanich Centennial
Meet settlement workers to learn more about resources and free support available for newcomers. Drop-in, for more information or to register, email bcnsp@vircs.bc.ca or call 250-361-9433.
Formation Fun Day - CFB Esquimalt Work Point Nixon Gym
Sat, Sep 12, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Offsite
This is an annual celebration for the CFB Esquimalt community. It's a family-friendly festival style event with music, food, and vendor tables, including GVPL.
Robot Mouse Challenge - Emily Carr Children's Play Area
Sat, Sep 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Emily Carr Branch
Join us to learn the basics of coding and explore STEM topics such as coding and robotics, then race your friends to the cheese with programmable mice. Drop-in, space is limited.
Shelf Talk Book Club: Bring Your Own Book - ES Community Room
Sat, Sep 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Esquimalt Branch
Bring a book you've read recently and enjoy friendly conversation at a monthly meet up with fellow book lovers. Leave with fresh ideas for your next read! Drop-in; space is limited.
Metchosin Community Day - 4450 Happy Valley Rd
Sun, Sep 13, 11:00am - 5:30pm
Offsite
Metchosin Community Day is an annual family-friendly festival featuring hay rides, a bbq, music, and other fun activities. Stop by GVPL's information table to chat with library staff.
Highlands Fling - Caleb Pike Heritage Park
Sun, Sep 13, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Offsite
This outdoor festival is a wonderful way to connect with the community and includes a market with crafts, food and children’s activities. Stop by the library's table to chat with library staff.
Hobby Club - ES Community Room
Mon, Sep 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Esquimalt Branch
Ages 13-18. Come work on your hobby at the library! Bring a project you're working on or start one here! Colouring, paper supplies, and bookends provided. Drop in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - CE Children's Area
Tue, Sep 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - SC Children's Area
Tue, Sep 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Saanich Centennial
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - LH Public Space
Tue, Sep 15, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Langford Heritage Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
The Literacy Circle - Community Room
Tue, Sep 15, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Saanich Centennial
The Literacy Circle welcomes Indigenous Elders and Adults, Residential and Day School Survivors and Multi-generational Survivors, to learn English literacy skills in a supportive, safe environment.
VIRCS BC Newcomer Services Information Table - BH Public Space
Tue, Sep 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bruce Hutchison Branch
Meet settlement workers to learn more about resources and free support available for newcomers. Drop-in, for more information or to register, email bcnsp@vircs.bc.ca or call 250-361-9433.
Kids Drop-In - ES Community Room
Tue, Sep 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Esquimalt Branch
For ages 6-9. Come to the library for a drop-in activity - you might play with Lego, listen to a story, make a craft, do a STEAM challenge, make a friend, and more!
Junk Journal for Tweens and Teens - OB Community Room
Tue, Sep 15, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Oak Bay Branch
Ages 10-18. Make your own junk journal using recycled and found materials. Journal and supplies provided; bring your imagination (or a journal you're working on)! Drop in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - OB Community Room
Wed, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Oak Bay Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - JF Program Room
Wed, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Juan de Fuca Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - ES Community Room
Wed, Sep 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Esquimalt Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
STEAM Discovery Lab - LH Public Space
Wed, Sep 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Langford Heritage Branch
For ages 3-5 and accompanying adult. STEAM exploration for littles! Imagine, create, and build using STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) activities. Drop-in, space is limited.
Shelf Talk Book Club: Bring Your Own Book - SC Community Room
Wed, Sep 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Saanich Centennial
Bring a book you've read recently and enjoy friendly conversation at a monthly meet up with fellow book lovers. Leave with fresh ideas for your next read! Drop-in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - CE Community Room
Wed, Sep 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - Activity Room A
Wed, Sep 16, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central Saanich Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
English Conversation Classes and English Language Learning - Program Room
Wed, Sep 16, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
English Conversation Classes and English Language Learning. Juan de Fuca Branch. Wednesdays, 12:00pm - 4:00pm. Please contact esl@vircs.bc.ca for more information and registration.
VIRCS BC Newcomer Services Information Table
Wed, Sep 16, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
Meet settlement workers to learn more about resources and free support available for newcomers. Drop-in, for more information or to register, email bcnsp@vircs.bc.ca or call 250-361-9433.
Kids Drop-In - CE Children's Area
Wed, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Branch
For ages 6-9. Come to the library for a drop-in activity - you might play with Lego, listen to a story, make a craft, do a STEAM challenge, make a friend, and more!
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - Arbutus Room
Thu, Sep 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bruce Hutchison Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Shelf Talk Book Club: Bring Your Own Book - OB Community Room
Thu, Sep 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Oak Bay Branch
Bring a book you've read recently and enjoy friendly conversation at a monthly meet up with fellow book lovers. Leave with fresh ideas for your next read! Drop-in; space is limited.
Lab Orientation - The Lab
Thu, Sep 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Esquimalt Branch
An overview of the equipment and software available at the Lab with opportunities to ask your questions. DIY Lab time not included. Ages 10+, 10-14 accompanied by adult.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - Dr. Elmer Seniemten George M.S.M. Community Room
Thu, Sep 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
sxʷeŋxʷəŋ təŋəxʷ James Bay
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - JF Program Room
Thu, Sep 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - SC Children's Area
Thu, Sep 17, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Saanich Centennial
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
VIRCS BC Newcomer Services Information Table
Thu, Sep 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Saanich Centennial
Meet settlement workers to learn more about resources and free support available for newcomers. Drop-in, for more information or to register, email bcnsp@vircs.bc.ca or call 250-361-9433.
Teen Creative Writing Café - JF Program Room
Thu, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
Ages 13–18. Connect with writing peers at this monthly meet up: writing exercises, free writing time, and optional sharing. Bring a current project or start fresh! Drop in; space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - LH Public Space
Fri, Sep 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Langford Heritage Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
B.Y.O.B. - Bring Your Own Baby - JF Program Room
Fri, Sep 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Meet new parents in the area for a social hour! Relax, let your babies play, make new friends & learn about the library! Drop-in, space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - OB Community Room
Fri, Sep 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Oak Bay Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - ES Community Room
Fri, Sep 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Esquimalt Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - Arbutus Room
Fri, Sep 18, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Bruce Hutchison Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Swan Lake Storytime - at Swan Lake Nature Centre
Fri, Sep 18, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Offsite
For young children and families; children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. Enjoy a nature-themed storytime at the Swan Lake Nature Sanctuary Nature House with a Librarian from GVPL. Drop-in.
Culture Days: Into the Fold Paper Crafts - CS Public Space
Fri, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Saanich Branch
Everyone welcome. Celebrate Culture Days with glue, paper and scissors - make thank you cards, puzzle purses, and infinity cards! Drop-in; space is limited.
Culture Days: Into the Fold Paper Crafts - Arbutus Room
Fri, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Bruce Hutchison Branch
Everyone welcome. Celebrate Culture Days with glue, paper and scissors - make thank you cards, puzzle purses, and infinity cards! Drop-in; space is limited.
Social Gaming for Teens: Nintendo Switch - SC Community Room
Fri, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Saanich Centennial
Ages 13-18. Join us to play casual, multiplayer video games on Nintendo Switch. All games rated E for everyone. Drop in.
Retro Crafternoon - CE Teen Area
Fri, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Branch
Ages 13-18. Join us going back in time with retro inspired crafts! Make your own buttons, charms, bracelets, and fortune tellers! Materials provided. Drop-in, space is limited.
Indigenous Stories Book Club - Online, Zoom
Sat, Sep 19, 10:00am - 11:30am
Online
Join Associate Professor Carmen Rodriguez de France for a book club focused on the works of Indigenous Peoples of Canada. Register by emailing programs@gvpl.ca.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - Dr. Elmer Seniemten George M.S.M. Community Room
Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
sxʷeŋxʷəŋ təŋəxʷ James Bay
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Play - JF Program Room
Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Juan de Fuca Branch
For children 12 and younger and their families. Join us for play experiences that encourage problem solving, literacy, and imagination. Drop in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - Activity Room A
Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central Saanich Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - SC Children's Area
Sat, Sep 19, 10:30am - 11:30am
Saanich Centennial
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Esquimalt Story Festival - Memorial Park
Sat, Sep 19, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Esquimalt Branch
Families enjoy storytelling and a by-donation lunch at the annual Esquimalt Story Festival. Look for the library's table to chat with library staff. GVPL is a proud sponsor of Story Fest.
Opening Event: remains Nagasaki by Ken Mizokoshi - Elder Dr. Elmer Seniemten George Community Room
Sat, Sep 19, 1:30pm - 2:00pm
sxʷeŋxʷəŋ təŋəxʷ James Bay
Presented in partnership with Victoria Arts Council. Join photographer Ken Mizokoshi at the opening of his photo project's exhibition. Drop in; space is limited.
Culture Days: Into the Fold Paper Crafts - LH Public Space
Mon, Sep 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Langford Heritage Branch
Everyone welcome. Celebrate Culture Days with glue, paper and scissors - make thank you cards, puzzle purses, and infinity cards! Drop-in; space is limited.
Back to School Storytime - CE Children's Area
Mon, Sep 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Branch
For young children and their families; children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. Join us for a special back to school storytime and activities. Drop in; space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - CE Children's Area
Tue, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - SC Children's Area
Tue, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Saanich Centennial
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - LH Public Space
Tue, Sep 22, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Langford Heritage Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
The Literacy Circle - Community Room
Tue, Sep 22, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Saanich Centennial
The Literacy Circle welcomes Indigenous Elders and Adults, Residential and Day School Survivors and Multi-generational Survivors, to learn English literacy skills in a supportive, safe environment.
VIRCS BC Newcomer Services Information Table - BH Public Space
Tue, Sep 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bruce Hutchison Branch
Meet settlement workers to learn more about resources and free support available for newcomers. Drop-in, for more information or to register, email bcnsp@vircs.bc.ca or call 250-361-9433.
Kids Drop-In - ES Community Room
Tue, Sep 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Esquimalt Branch
For ages 6-9. Come to the library for a drop-in activity - you might play with Lego, listen to a story, make a craft, do a STEAM challenge, make a friend, and more!
Zine Making - JF Program Room
Tue, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
Learn zine making techniques and create your own unique handmade zine! Drop in; space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - OB Community Room
Wed, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Oak Bay Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - JF Program Room
Wed, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Juan de Fuca Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - ES Community Room
Wed, Sep 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Esquimalt Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Culture Days: Into the Fold Paper Crafts - Dr. Elmer Seniemten George M.S.M. Community Room
Wed, Sep 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
sxʷeŋxʷəŋ təŋəxʷ James Bay
Everyone welcome. Celebrate Culture Days with glue, paper and scissors - make thank you cards, puzzle purses, and infinity cards! Drop-in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - CE Community Room
Wed, Sep 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - Activity Room A
Wed, Sep 23, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Central Saanich Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
English Conversation Classes and English Language Learning - Program Room
Wed, Sep 23, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
English Conversation Classes and English Language Learning. Juan de Fuca Branch. Wednesdays, 12:00pm - 4:00pm. Please contact esl@vircs.bc.ca for more information and registration.
VIRCS BC Newcomer Services Information Table
Wed, Sep 23, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
Meet settlement workers to learn more about resources and free support available for newcomers. Drop-in, for more information or to register, email bcnsp@vircs.bc.ca or call 250-361-9433.
Let's Talk Live! - Community Room
Wed, Sep 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
sxʷeŋxʷəŋ təŋəxʷ James Bay
Everyone welcome! In partnership with Let's Talk Live! join us to new meet people, share stories, and chat in a welcoming space. We’ll have conversation prompts to get things flowing! Drop in.
Social Gaming for Tweens: Nintendo Switch - ES Community Room
Wed, Sep 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Esquimalt Branch
Ages 10-12. Join us to play casual, multiplayer video games on Nintendo Switch. All games rated E for everyone.
Kids Drop-In - CE Children's Area
Wed, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Branch
For ages 6-9. Come to the library for a drop-in activity - you might play with Lego, listen to a story, make a craft, do a STEAM challenge, make a friend, and more!
Local Fimmaker Spotlight: Mildlife - The Vic Theatre
Wed, Sep 23, 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Offsite
Free screening presented in partnership with Victoria Film Festival. Celebrate the power of stories on film. Mildlife is the winner of Best Canadian Film VFF 2026. Registration required.
Register
Stuffed Animal Storytime and Sleepover - OB Community Room
Thu, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:15am
Oak Bay Branch
For young children and families; children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your favourite stuffy to storytime and leave it at the library for a sleepover. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - Arbutus Room
Thu, Sep 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bruce Hutchison Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Lab Orientation - The Lab
Thu, Sep 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Esquimalt Branch
An overview of the equipment and software available at the Lab with opportunities to ask your questions. DIY Lab time not included. Ages 10+, 10-14 accompanied by adult.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - Dr. Elmer Seniemten George M.S.M. Community Room
Thu, Sep 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm
sxʷeŋxʷəŋ təŋəxʷ James Bay
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - JF Program Room
Thu, Sep 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - SC Children's Area
Thu, Sep 24, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Saanich Centennial
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
VIRCS BC Newcomer Services Information Table
Thu, Sep 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Saanich Centennial
Meet settlement workers to learn more about resources and free support available for newcomers. Drop-in, for more information or to register, email bcnsp@vircs.bc.ca or call 250-361-9433.
Culture Days: Into the Fold Paper Crafts - SC Community Room
Thu, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Saanich Centennial
Everyone welcome. Celebrate Culture Days with glue, paper and scissors - make thank you cards, puzzle purses, and infinity cards! Drop-in; space is limited.
Culture Days: Into the Fold Paper Crafts - CE Rotunda
Thu, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Branch
Everyone welcome. Celebrate Culture Days with glue, paper and scissors - make thank you cards, puzzle purses, and infinity cards! Drop-in; space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - LH Public Space
Fri, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:30am
Langford Heritage Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Stuffed Animal Storytime and Sleepover - Activity Room A
Fri, Sep 25, 10:30am - 11:15am
Central Saanich Branch
For young children and families; children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your favourite stuffy to storytime and leave it at the library for a sleepover. Drop-in, space is limited.
B.Y.O.B. - Bring Your Own Baby - JF Program Room
Fri, Sep 25, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Meet new parents in the area for a social hour! Relax, let your babies play, make new friends & learn about the library! Drop-in, space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - OB Community Room
Fri, Sep 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Oak Bay Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - ES Community Room
Fri, Sep 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Esquimalt Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - Arbutus Room
Fri, Sep 25, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Bruce Hutchison Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Culture Days: Into the Fold Paper Crafts - JF Program Room
Fri, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
Everyone welcome. Celebrate Culture Days with glue, paper and scissors - make thank you cards, puzzle purses, and infinity cards! Drop-in; space is limited.
Little Lego - Arbutus Room
Fri, Sep 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Bruce Hutchison Branch
For ages 4-6. Listen to stories and have fun with the library's Lego. Create your own Lego build to put on display. Drop-in, space is limited.
Retro Crafternoon - CE Teen Area
Fri, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Branch
Ages 13-18. Join us going back in time with retro inspired crafts! Make your own buttons, charms, bracelets, and fortune tellers! Materials provided. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - Dr. Elmer Seniemten George M.S.M. Community Room
Sat, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
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For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Play - JF Program Room
Sat, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Juan de Fuca Branch
For children 12 and younger and their families. Join us for play experiences that encourage problem solving, literacy, and imagination. Drop in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - Activity Room A
Sat, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central Saanich Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - SC Children's Area
Sat, Sep 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Saanich Centennial
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Culture Days: Into the Fold Paper Crafts - ES Community Room
Sat, Sep 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Esquimalt Branch
Everyone welcome. Celebrate Culture Days with glue, paper and scissors - make thank you cards, puzzle purses, and infinity cards! Drop-in; space is limited.
Small Press Fest 2026 - Central Branch
Sat, Sep 26, 11:00am - 4:00pm
Central Branch
Everyone welcome. Presented in partnership with Open Space's Small Press Fest and the infinite creativity of printed matter, make an infinity card and itty bitty books! Drop-in.
Baby Paint and Play - LH Public Space
Mon, Sep 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Langford Heritage Branch
For babies 0-15 months and parents or caregivers. Join us for a fun painting program. Enjoy songs and a baby-friendly painting activity. Come prepared for mess! Drop-in, space is limited.
Hobby Club - ES Community Room
Mon, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Esquimalt Branch
Ages 13-18. Come work on your hobby at the library! Bring a project you're working on or start one here! Colouring, paper supplies, and bookends provided. Drop in, space is limited.
Culture Days: Into the Fold Paper Crafts - CE Rotunda
Mon, Sep 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Branch
Everyone welcome. Celebrate Culture Days with glue, paper and scissors - make thank you cards, puzzle purses, and infinity cards! Drop-in; space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - CE Children's Area
Tue, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - SC Children's Area
Tue, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Saanich Centennial
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - LH Public Space
Tue, Sep 29, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Langford Heritage Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
The Literacy Circle - Community Room
Tue, Sep 29, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Saanich Centennial
The Literacy Circle welcomes Indigenous Elders and Adults, Residential and Day School Survivors and Multi-generational Survivors, to learn English literacy skills in a supportive, safe environment.
VIRCS BC Newcomer Services Information Table - BH Public Space
Tue, Sep 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Bruce Hutchison Branch
Meet settlement workers to learn more about resources and free support available for newcomers. Drop-in, for more information or to register, email bcnsp@vircs.bc.ca or call 250-361-9433.
Kids Drop-In - ES Community Room
Tue, Sep 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Esquimalt Branch
For ages 6-9. Come to the library for a drop-in activity - you might play with Lego, listen to a story, make a craft, do a STEAM challenge, make a friend, and more!
Library closed for National Truth and Reconciliation Day - All Branches
Wed, Sep 30, All day
Offsite
The library is closed today.
Giggles and Wiggles - Activity Room A
Thu, Oct 01, 10:10am - 11:00am
Central Saanich Branch
For young children and parent or caregiver. Little listeners with extra energy will enjoy 20 minutes of action-filled stories, songs and rhymes followed by free play. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - Arbutus Room
Thu, Oct 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Bruce Hutchison Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Lab Orientation - The Lab
Thu, Oct 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Esquimalt Branch
An overview of the equipment and software available at the Lab with opportunities to ask your questions. DIY Lab time not included. Ages 10+, 10-14 accompanied by adult.
Please contact the library to register for this event.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - Dr. Elmer Seniemten George M.S.M. Community Room
Thu, Oct 01, 11:30am - 12:30pm
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For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - JF Program Room
Thu, Oct 01, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - SC Children's Area
Thu, Oct 01, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Saanich Centennial
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
VIRCS BC Newcomer Services Information Table
Thu, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Saanich Centennial
Meet settlement workers to learn more about resources and free support available for newcomers. Drop-in, for more information or to register, email bcnsp@vircs.bc.ca or call 250-361-9433.
Digitizing Archival Materials and Protecting Heritage - Esquimalt Community Room
Thu, Oct 01, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Esquimalt Branch
Local archivist Dr. Dulma Karunarathna demonstrates how to handle archival materials during and after digitization and explains how to donate originals to archives. Drop-in; space is limited.
Social Gaming for Teens: Nintendo Switch - OB Community Room
Thu, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Oak Bay Branch
Ages 13-18. Join us to play casual, multiplayer video games on Nintendo Switch. All games rated E for everyone.
Lego at the Library - Arbutus Room
Thu, Oct 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Bruce Hutchison Branch
For ages 7-10. You bring the creativity and we'll bring the Lego! Join us for Lego building and fun. Drop-in, space is limited.
Hobby Club - JF Program Room
Thu, Oct 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
Ages 13-18. Come work on your hobby at the library! Bring a project you're working on or start one here! Colouring, paper supplies, and bookends provided. Drop in, space is limited.
Through Their Lens: A Panel Discussion - CE Rotunda
Thu, Oct 01, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Central Branch
Everyone welcome. This exhibition features photographs by older adults in British Columbia exploring how climate change impacts their mental health. Drop-in.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - LH Public Space
Fri, Oct 02, 10:30am - 11:30am
Langford Heritage Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
B.Y.O.B. - Bring Your Own Baby - JF Program Room
Fri, Oct 02, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Meet new parents in the area for a social hour! Relax, let your babies play, make new friends & learn about the library! Drop-in, space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - OB Community Room
Fri, Oct 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Oak Bay Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - ES Community Room
Fri, Oct 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Esquimalt Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Baby Time with Stay & Play - Arbutus Room
Fri, Oct 02, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Bruce Hutchison Branch
For babies 0-15 months with parent or caregiver. Learn songs, rhymes and fingerplays to use with your baby every day followed by 30 minutes of social time and free play. Drop in; space is limited.
Altered Art Story Box - Dr. Elmer Seniemten George M.S.M. Community Room
Fri, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
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Ages 13-18. Explore alternative storytelling and make a story box inspired by a fave book scene, quote, or your imagination. Supplies provided (bring desired special touches). Drop in; space limited.
Retro Crafternoon - CE Teen Area
Fri, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Branch
Ages 13-18. Join us going back in time with retro inspired crafts! Make your own buttons, charms, bracelets, and fortune tellers! Materials provided. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - Dr. Elmer Seniemten George M.S.M. Community Room
Sat, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
sxʷeŋxʷəŋ təŋəxʷ James Bay
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Play - JF Program Room
Sat, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Juan de Fuca Branch
For children 12 and younger and their families. Join us for play experiences that encourage problem solving, literacy, and imagination. Drop in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - Activity Room A
Sat, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central Saanich Branch
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Family Storytime with Stay & Play - SC Children's Area
Sat, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Saanich Centennial
For young children and their families. Fun-filled stories, songs, rhymes, and puppets followed by social time and free play. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Drop-in, space is limited.
Baby Paint and Play - ES Community Room
Sat, Oct 03, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Esquimalt Branch
For babies 0-15 months and parents or caregivers. Join us for a fun painting program. Enjoy songs and a baby-friendly painting activity. Come prepared for mess! Drop-in, space is limited.
Shelf Talk Book Club: Bring Your Own Book - JF Program Room
Sat, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Juan de Fuca Branch
Bring a book you've read recently and enjoy friendly conversation at a monthly meet up with fellow book lovers. Leave with fresh ideas for your next read! Drop-in; space is limited.
Culture Days: Into the Fold Paper Crafts - CS Public Space
Sat, Oct 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Saanich Branch
Everyone welcome. Celebrate Culture Days with glue, paper and scissors - make thank you cards, puzzle purses, and infinity cards! Drop-in; space is limited.
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