Events in Saanich this week (Nov 2–8, 2026)

Baby Time with Stay & Play

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.

Family Storytime with Stay & Play

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

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.

Kids Drop-In

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!

Wellness Collective Music Bingo

The Wellness Collective is working to choose a new date for a postponed Music Bingo Night at the Fernwood Inn. If you have purchased a ticket to this event you will see a refund and they will be in touch with you about the future date. Thanks! The Fernwood Inn Team

Baby Time with Stay & Play

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

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.

Family Storytime with Stay & Play

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

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

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.

Kids Drop-In

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!

Baby Time with Stay & Play

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

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

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.

Family Storytime with Stay & Play

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

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.

B.Y.O.B. - Bring Your Own Baby

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

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

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

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.

Family Storytime with Stay & Play

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

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

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

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.

Hobby Club

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.

Comedy Night at The Fernwood Inn 2026

The Fernwood Inn and Amps 2-11 Productions Present: FERNWOOD COMEDY NIGHT!!! Join us for a great night featuring some of Victoria’s funniest Stand-up Comics and Improvisers. Tickets are $15 per person and full food and drink menu available.

Genealogical Coffee Chat

In partnership with Victoria Genealogical Society. Meet and chat about all things genealogical with like-minded individuals. Drop-in.

Oak Bay Senior Boys Rugby Music Bingo

This event has been postponed and refunds are going to be made to purchasers. Thanks for your understanding and please reach out to Kelly at ksikkel@hotmail.com with questions. You can also reach Sarah from the Fernwood Inn at bookthefernwood@gmail.com

Hibernation Storytime

For young children and their families; children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. Join us for a special hibernation storytime and activities. Drop in; space is limited.

Tech Café

Need help with your digital devices or accessing GVPL's digital collections? Drop by to learn how to use and troubleshoot your Kobos, phones, tablets, or laptops.

Pajama Storytime

For young children and their families; children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. Put on your PJs, and cuddle up for bedtime stories at the library. Drop in; space is limited.

Tech Café

Need help with your digital devices or accessing GVPL's digital collections? Drop by to learn how to use and troubleshoot your Kobos, phones, tablets, or laptops.

Tech Café

Need help with your digital devices or accessing GVPL's digital collections? Drop by to learn how to use and troubleshoot your Kobos, phones, tablets, or laptops.

TechPlay

For ages 4-12; parents and caregivers are encouraged to attend. Explore educational toys that introduce STEM topics such as coding, robotics, and electricity. Drop-in, space is limited.

Fan Art Fest

Ages 13–18. Celebrate your favourite books with fan art! Create drawings, comics, fanfiction, buttons, and more! Basic supplies provided (bring special touches if desired). Drop in; space is limited.

Reign U11 C6 Yetis Music Bingo

This fundraiser is to support the Girls Reign U11 C6 Yetis Hockey Team! Help keep these girls in the sport they love by purchasing a ticket to our Music Bingo Night. Join us Thursday Nov 5th! Doors open at 7:30pm. Game starts at 8pm sharp! Tickets are $30 and sold online only.

Robot Mouse Challenge

Ages 4-8. 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.

Silent Book Club

Enjoy a chance to read your book in a comfy, quiet space. Bring your book, a cozy blanket or pillow, and your favorite mug. Tea and hot water are included. Drop in, space is limited.

Silent Book Club for Teens

Ages 13-18. Enjoy a chance to read your book in a comfy, quiet space. Bring your book, a cozy blanket or pillow, and your favorite mug. Tea and hot water are included. Drop in, space is limited.

Teen Drop-In

For ages 13-18. Come to the library for a drop-in activity - you might make fan art, create a zine, join a silent book club, make a friend, and more!

Digital Basics and Online Safety

Build confidence & learn strategies to stay safe online. Presented in partnership with Victoria Literacy Connection and presented by the Digital Bridge Society. See below for registration.

Family Dance Party

For children and their families. Get ready to jump, glide, and let your backbone slide at a Family Dance Party! Costumes enthusiastically welcomed. Drop-in, space is limited.

Shelf Talk Book Club: Bring Your Own Book

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.

Zine Making

Learn zine making techniques and create your own unique handmade zine! Drop in; space is limited.

Jessi Cruickshank DJ's: Evening Club - A Dance Party - 7-10 PM

Legal Age 19+ (Valid Photo I.D. Required)MODO-LIVE Presents: JESSI CRUICKSHANK DJ's: EVENING CLUB - A Dance Party - 7-10pm Saturday, November 7th, 2026 Studio 919 Victoria, BC DIFFERENT SET, SAME (BED)TIME.

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