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SUMMARY:VIF Monthly Meeting – Jan 2025
DESCRIPTION:VIF Monthly Meeting\, 2nd Monday of every month\, 7 – 8:30pm. Held via Zoom to allow participation from all across our region. \nEmail info@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca for Zoom link.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/vif-monthly-meeting-jan-2025/
LOCATION:BC
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SUMMARY:VIF Monthly Meeting – Feb 2025
DESCRIPTION:VIF Monthly Meeting\, 2nd Monday of every month\, 7 – 8:30pm. Held via Zoom to allow participation from all across our region. \nEmail info@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca for Zoom link.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/vif-monthly-meeting-feb-2025/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250213T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250213T193000
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SUMMARY:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts – Feb 13
DESCRIPTION:Drop-In on 2nd Thursdays (Jan 9\, Feb 13\, Mar 13… ) from 6 – 7:30pm at the Courtenay Library Multipurpose Room.\n\nBring your fibre crafts (knitting\, crochet\, spinning\, etc.) and spend time with community members at the CV Community Fibre Crafts evenings at the Courtenay Library. Drop in\, no registration needed.\n\nDo you want to learn how to spin sheep’s wool into yarn? We’ll have spindles and fleece you can try working with! Some supplies and mentorship available.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/10951/
LOCATION:Courtenay Library\, 300 6th St\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 9V9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250215T100000
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DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
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UID:11497-1739613600-1739635200@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Nettle Love Fest - Gabriola - Feb 15
DESCRIPTION:Spend a day immersed in all things Nettle with EartHand Gleaner’s Sharon Kallis!\nA rare opportunity to have a ‘delightful tactile experience’ with nettle\, meet and talk with fellow bast fibre folx\, and leave with new skills and knowledge to continue your nettle and bast fibre journey.\nThe day will move swiftly\, with hands-on time for processing retted stalks and combing\, grading and spinning or cordage making and discussions on all the steps from harvesting\, retting methods\, and yarn characteristics. This day is primarily intended for those with spinning experience\, but those interested in soft basketry materials are also encouraged to join.\nBring an apron\, old towel\, drop spindle and hand carders (if possible)\, and a potluck lunch offering.\nWorkshop is limited to 10 participants and costs $120.\nWorkshop costs $120.\n\nInstructor Bio:\nAs the founding lead artist of EartHand Gleaners Society\, Sharon Kallis\, along with the EartHand community\, create spaces for shared experiences to relearn reciprocity and empathy with plants and animals.\nShe says: I plan seasonal activities guided by plants and share my ongoing discoveries through workshops\, conversations\, and collaborative inquiries. I am honoured to call the unceded ancestral territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish)\, and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations my home. The urban parks straddling Skwácháy̓s—now known as Means of Production Garden and Trillium North Park—are my collaborators in building relationships as I steward these stolen lands.\nHer book\, Common Threads: weaving community through collaborative eco-art\, was published by New Society Publishers in 2014 and is used in many post secondary programs as a model for creative engagement in shared green spaces.\nWebsite: https://sharonkallis.wordpress.com
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/nettle-love-fest-gabriola-feb-15/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250220T183845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T183845Z
UID:11495-1740218400-1740236400@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Victoria Spin In - Feb 22
DESCRIPTION:Spin-In 2025 – Saturday\, 22 February\nSpin-In/Out \n \nFebruary 22\, 10 am to 3 pm  \nFirst Unitarian Church of Victoria\, 5575 W Saanich Rd\, Victoria\, BC V9E 2G1  \nSince space is limited\, please register in advance using this form.  The cost is $20 PAYABLE AT THE DOOR. Please bring exact change. \nBring your lunch and a mug. Tea and coffee will be available. The Red Barn Market is across the road if you wish to buy a lunch. There will be door prizes\, Show and Tell\, and Equipment and Fibre Destash. \nShow and Tell Table \nBring along your latest work to share with other spinners. We will ask you to fill in a short form giving your name and describing your work. \nEquipment and Fibre Destash \nIf you have spinning or weaving equipment or fibre that needs a new home\, bring it along. You will be responsible for selling your own stuff so please label it with your name\, email\, and price. If your equipment or fibre doesn’t sell\, you will have to take it home.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/victoria-spin-in-feb-22/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250310T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T183341Z
UID:11485-1741633200-1741638600@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:VIF Monthly Meeting - March 10
DESCRIPTION:VIF Monthly Meeting\, 2nd Monday of every month\, 7 – 8:30pm. Held via Zoom to allow participation from all across our region. Email info@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca for Zoom link.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/vif-monthly-meeting-march-10/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250313T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250313T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250220T183719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T183719Z
UID:11493-1741888800-1741894200@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts - March 13
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts\n\nDrop-In on 2nd Thursdays (Jan 9\, Feb 13\, Mar 13\, Apr 10… ) from 6 – 7:30pm at the Courtenay Library Multipurpose Room.\n\nBring your fibre crafts (knitting\, crochet\, spinning\, etc.) and spend time with community members at the CV Community Fibre Crafts evenings at the Courtenay Library. Drop in\, no registration needed.\n\nDo you want to learn how to spin sheep’s wool into yarn? We’ll have spindles and fleece you can try working with! Some supplies and mentorship available.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/comox-valley-community-fibre-crafts-march-13-2/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250410T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250220T183613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T183613Z
UID:11491-1744308000-1744313400@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts - April 10
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts\n\nDrop-In on 2nd Thursdays (Jan 9\, Feb 13\, Mar 13\, Apr 10… ) from 6 – 7:30pm at the Courtenay Library Multipurpose Room.\n\nBring your fibre crafts (knitting\, crochet\, spinning\, etc.) and spend time with community members at the CV Community Fibre Crafts evenings at the Courtenay Library. Drop in\, no registration needed.\n\nDo you want to learn how to spin sheep’s wool into yarn? We’ll have spindles and fleece you can try working with! Some supplies and mentorship available.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/comox-valley-community-fibre-crafts-april-10/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250414T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250414T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250220T183418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T183418Z
UID:11487-1744657200-1744662600@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:VIF Monthly Meeting - April 14
DESCRIPTION:VIF Monthly Meeting\, 2nd Monday of every month\, 7 – 8:30pm. Held via Zoom to allow participation from all across our region. Email info@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca for Zoom link.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/vif-monthly-meeting-april-14/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250508T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250508T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250505T035320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T035320Z
UID:13597-1746727200-1746732600@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts - Thurs May 8
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts\n\nDrop-In on 2nd Thursdays (Jan 9\, Feb 13\, Mar 13\, Apr 10\, May 8… ) from 6 – 7:30pm at the Courtenay Library Multipurpose Room.\n\nBring your fibre crafts (knitting\, crochet\, spinning\, etc.) and spend time with community members at the CV Community Fibre Crafts evenings at the Courtenay Library. Drop in\, no registration needed.\n\nDo you want to learn how to spin sheep’s wool into yarn? We’ll have spindles and fleece you can try working with! Some supplies and mentorship available.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/comox-valley-community-fibre-crafts-thurs-may-8/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250510T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250417T004742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T035708Z
UID:13065-1746871200-1746889200@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Alberni Valley Sheep to Shawl
DESCRIPTION:Sheep-to-Shawl\nMay 10\, 10am – 3pm\nArrowvale Farm\, 5955 Hector Rd\, Port Alberni\nWhere does wool come from? Join the Alberni Valley Fibre Guild and Arrowvale Farm for a fun and educational day of demonstrations and hand-on learning in which we will follow wool from a sheep’s back\, through shearing\, cleaning\, carding\, spinning\, weaving and knitting into a wearable item! Drop by for a visit or stay for the whole day.\nFREE AND FAMILY FRIENDLY!\nMORE INFO www.albernivalleyfibre.ca\nalbernivalleyfibre@proton.me
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/alberni-valley-sheep-to-shawl/
LOCATION:Arrowvale Farm Port Alberni\, 5955 Hector Rd\, Port Alberni\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250525T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250525T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250505T035037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250505T035117Z
UID:13584-1748165400-1748185200@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:100 Mile Fleece and Fibre Fair 25 May 2025
DESCRIPTION:100 Mile Fleece and Fibre Fair \nJoin us for the ultimate celebration of all things fleece and fibre at the 100 Mile Fleece and Fibre Fair – a celebration of all things fibre! \nWhether you’re a seasoned spinner\, curious beginner\, or simply appreciate handcrafted beauty\, this vibrant market has something for you. Explore a rich array of wool\, yarn\, felting supplies\, hand-dyed fibres\, and textile art from talented local makers. \n  \nEntry by Donation – All proceeds support charitable programming at the Bradley Centre \nCoffee\, Tea & Baked Goods available for purchase on site \nFree Parking \nA perfect day out for makers\, crafters\, and curious creatives alike! \nSUNDAY\, MAY 25 TH\, 2025\n9:30AM UNTIL 3:00PM \n975 SHEARME ROAD\, COOMBS \nENTRY BY DONATION
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/13584/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250616T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250616T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250610T015902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T015902Z
UID:14546-1750078800-1750089600@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Fleece prep for fibre crafts - Galiano
DESCRIPTION:Fleece prep for fibre crafts \nMonday June 16th 1-4pm @ the North Galiano Island Hall \nUsing locally grown fleeces from the Haywood Farm flock we will go though the process of skirting (aka sorting) a fleece into different grades of fibre then clean it in preparation for future crafting\, whatever that may be. \nThese sheep are a cross between Finn / Dorset / Suffolk / Navajo Churro. Raised predominantly for meat this flock is typical of most sheep in the SGI’s\, which are larger animals with coarser wool. Traditionally this type of wool would be converted into yarn for carpets and outerwear such as Harris Tweed. \nUnfortunately due to the lack of local woollen mills it is cost prohibitive to ship these kinds of fleeces so are often treated as a waste product. However there are lots of things you can do with a single fleece of this quality and we will explore many of them. There will be additional fleeces for sale to take home. \nOn the weekend of July 12th and 13th we will have another fleece pop up sale and demos using wool from “hand spinners” flocks\, as well as a day-long natural dye workshop. The sheep are bred primarily for fibre and typically have a softer\, finer staple\, better for spinning yarn for apparel or fine felting. There will be Icelandic\, Finn\, Gotland X\, Shetland and Alpaca fleeces available. \nThe event is part of a series exploring slow textiles at the North Galiano Hall\, funding thanks to Galiano Parks and Recreation. \nFor more details please email Kate at waitingfortheferry@gmail.com
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/fleece-prep-for-fibre-crafts-galiano/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250817T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250817T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250813T190922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T191402Z
UID:16178-1755424800-1755446400@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Fibrations 2025
DESCRIPTION:Fibrations is a free\, community-focused celebration of the rich and diverse world of fibre arts — taking place Sunday\, August 17\, 2025 at William Stevenson Park and the Fernwood Community Centre in beautiful Victoria\, BC. \nSunday Aug 17th\, 10am – 4pm \n​Rooted in values of inclusivity\, sustainability\, and connection\, Fibrations brings together farmers\, hand-dyers\, weavers\, knitters\, felters\, toolmakers\, and educators from across the fibre arts spectrum. Whether you’re a seasoned fibre artist or simply fibre-curious\, you’ll find something to inspire you here. \nFibrations Main Page – link to vendors\, maps\, and more! \n1240 Gladstone Ave\, Victoria BC \n​
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/fibrations-2025/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250830
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250902
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250905T034249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T034249Z
UID:17041-1756512000-1756771199@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Fibreshed at the Saanich Fair 2025
DESCRIPTION:Visit the Vancouver Island Fibreshed booth at the Saanich Fair! Find us in the tent with the Saanich 4H Lamb Club near the sheep barns. We’ll have the results of our Vancouver Island Rug Challenge on display! \nSat 9am – 6pm \nSun 9am – 6pm \nMon 9am – 4pm
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/fibreshed-at-the-saanich-fair-2025/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250908T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250908T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250907T011342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T011342Z
UID:17152-1757358000-1757363400@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:VIF Monthly Meeting - Sept 8
DESCRIPTION:VIF Monthly Meeting\, 2nd Monday of every month\, 7 – 8:30pm. \nHeld via Zoom to allow participation from all across our region. \nEmail info@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca for Zoom link.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/vif-monthly-meeting-sept-8/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250911T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250907T011159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250907T011159Z
UID:17142-1757613600-1757619000@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts - Thu Sep 11
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts\n\nDrop-In on 2nd Thursdays (Sep 11\, Oct 9\, Nov 13 … ) from 6 – 7:30pm at the Courtenay Library Multipurpose Room.\n\nBring your fibre crafts (knitting\, crochet\, spinning\, etc.) and spend time with community members at the CV Community Fibre Crafts evenings at the Courtenay Library. Drop in\, no registration needed.\n\nDo you want to learn how to spin sheep’s wool into yarn? We’ll have spindles and fleece you can try working with! Some supplies and mentorship available.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/comox-valley-community-fibre-crafts-thu-sep-11/
LOCATION:Courtenay Library\, 300 6th St\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 9V9\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250926
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250928
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250905T033046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T033408Z
UID:17003-1758844800-1759017599@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Mushroom Dye Class with Amy Crook
DESCRIPTION:Join Amy Crook (co-founder of the Vancouver Island Fibreshed) for a Mushroom Dyeing Workshop on Saturday Sept 27th from 2 – 5pm. You’ll learn the secrets of mystical & mycological pigments and dye your own wool to take home.\n\n\nThis workshop is part of a weekend-long festival celebrating the wonders of mushrooms and fungus.\n\n\n\nFriday Sep 26th (4-8pm) you can attend the Fall Fungus Feast @ West Park\, West Side of Bamfield for Seminars\, Potluck\, Live Music & Demonstration by artist Amy Crook on mushroom dyed wool processing and spinning. The craft fair will also be your opportunity to support local artists and buy exclusive 2025 Bamfield Fungus Festival merch.\n\n\nMore information at: https://bamfieldfungusfestival.com/
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/mushroom-dye-class-with-amy-crook/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251002T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251002T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250916T231436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T231452Z
UID:17485-1759413600-1759420800@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Workshop: Breed Specific Yarn for your Fibre Arts Practice
DESCRIPTION:Workshop: Breed Specific Yarn for your Fibre Arts Practice \nwith Anna Hunter \nEach breed of sheep produces a distinct type of wool for knitting and crochet.  Understanding the qualities and characteristics of these breeds will inform and accentuate your knitting. Texture\, colourwork\, cables and drape are all affected by the unique wool breeds. \nThis workshop will give a brief overview of some accessible single-breed wools and the variety they can offer to your knitting.  We will also briefly explore the history and tradition of these single-breed wools. \nThursday Oct 2 from 2 – 4pm \nBlack Creek Community Centre\,  2001 Black Creek Rd\, Black Creek\, BC \nRegistration will be via this Sign Up Form. Please do not pay until you have received a response from Fibreshed that there is still space in the workshop. Payment will be via cash at the door or e-transfer by October 1st. \nCost: \n$20 for 2025 members of the Vancouver Island Fibreshed \n$25 for non-members
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/oct2workshop-breed-specific-yarn/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251002T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251002T183000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250916T225130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T225130Z
UID:17445-1759426200-1759429800@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:The True Cost of Wool - Book Talk - Courtenay
DESCRIPTION:Explore the hidden environmental\, social\, and economic story of wool with author Anna Hunter\, whose book The True Cost of Wool traces fibre from flock to finished garment. Learn how sheep\, soil\, fashion\, and local economies interconnect—and what more sustainable fibre systems could look like on Vancouver Island and beyond. \nFree. Drop-in. Books available for purchase and signing. \n\nThursday\, October 2\, 2025\nTime: 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm\nLibrary Branch: Courtenay\n\nCourtenay Library event link
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/the-true-cost-of-wool-book-talk-courtenay/
LOCATION:Courtenay Library\, 300 6th St\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 9V9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251009T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251009T183000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250919T033521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T173818Z
UID:17609-1760029200-1760034600@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts - Thursday October 9
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts\n\nDrop-in on the second Thursday of the month (Sep 11\, Oct 9\, Nov 13\, etc) from 17:00 – 18:30 at the Courtenay Library Multipurpose Room. (* note new time!)\n\nBring your fibre crafts (knitting\, crochet\, spinning\, etc.) and spend time with community members at the CV Community Fibre Crafts evenings at the Courtenay Library. Drop in\, no registration needed.\n\nDo you want to learn how to spin sheep’s wool into yarn? We’ll have spindles and fleece you can try working with! Some supplies and mentorship available.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/comox-valley-community-fibre-crafts-thursday-october-9/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251018T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250907T011729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T034546Z
UID:17162-1760781600-1760803200@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Cowichan Fleece and Fibre Fair 2025
DESCRIPTION:Vancouver Island Fibreshed will have an information table at the event. \nCowichan Valley Fleece & Fibre Fair 2025\nJoin us for a glorious gathering of all things fibre: hand-dyed yarn\, hand-spun yarn\, rovings\, woven goods\, fleece\, knitted fashion\, felting  & oodles of fibre-lover’s paraphernalia. Fun shopping\, tasty lunch and plenty of camaraderie.\nA feast for the senses! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAppreciation\, learning and camaraderie… \nThe Cowichan Fleece & Fibre Fair is the oldest fair on Vancouver Island. Each year\, hundreds of people attend to purchase everything from buttons and accessories\, to clothing\, yarn and fibre. \nhttps://www.cowichanstation.org/cowichan-valley-fleece-fibre-fair \nThe HUB at Cowichan Station\n2375 Koksilah Road\nDuncan\, BC
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/cowichan-fleece-and-fibre-fair-2025/
LOCATION:BC
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20251009T173730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T173730Z
UID:19323-1760986800-1760992200@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:VIF Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:VIF Monthly Meeting\, 2nd Monday of every month\, 7 – 8:30pm. **Except October due to Thanksgiving Monday. Meeting on Monday October 20th instead. \nHeld via Zoom to allow participation from all across our region. \nEmail info@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca for Zoom link.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/vif-monthly-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Online on Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251113T183000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250919T033831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T033831Z
UID:17621-1763053200-1763058600@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts - Thursday November 13
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts\n\nDrop-in on the second Thursday of the month (Sep 11\, Oct 9\, Nov 13\, etc) from 17:00 – 18:30 at the Courtenay Library Multipurpose Room.\n\nBring your fibre crafts (knitting\, crochet\, spinning\, etc.) and spend time with community members at the CV Community Fibre Crafts evenings at the Courtenay Library. Drop in\, no registration needed.\n\nDo you want to learn how to spin sheep’s wool into yarn? We’ll have spindles and fleece you can try working with! Some supplies and mentorship available.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/comox-valley-community-fibre-crafts-thursday-november-13/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251208T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251208T203000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20251208T214414Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T214414Z
UID:22142-1765220400-1765225800@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:VIF Monthly Meeting - Dec 8\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Vancouver Island Fibreshed monthly meeting. Always the second Monday of the month (except Thanksgiving)\, 7 – 8:30pm. \nHeld via Zoom. Email info@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca to get on the notification list.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/vif-monthly-meeting-dec8/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251211T184500
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20250919T033956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T214107Z
UID:17623-1765473300-1765478700@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts – Thursday December 11
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts\n\nDrop-in on the second Thursday of the month (Nov 13\, 11 Dec\, etc) from 17:15 – 18:45 at the Courtenay Library Multipurpose Room.\n\nBring your fibre crafts (knitting\, crochet\, spinning\, etc.) and spend time with community members at the CV Community Fibre Crafts evenings at the Courtenay Library. Drop in\, no registration needed.\n\nDo you want to learn how to spin sheep’s wool into yarn? We’ll have spindles and fleece you can try working with! Some supplies and mentorship available.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/comox-valley-community-fibre-crafts-thursday-december-12/
LOCATION:BC
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251221
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251222
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20251208T221427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T045719Z
UID:22144-1766275200-1766361599@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Island Fibres - newsletter publication day
DESCRIPTION:Island Fibres – Winter Solstice 2025 \nVancouver Island happenings in the fibre realm. \n  \nPublication day! \nNewsletter is published each equinox and solstice. \nSubscribe here \nEveryone is welcome to submit items for the newsletter. We publish quarterly with the change in seasons. Please let us know about upcoming events\, successful activities\, and requests for information.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/island-fibres-newsletter-publication-day/
LOCATION:BC
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/newsletter_icon-e1765256223407.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260103T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260103T160000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20251209T220329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T220438Z
UID:22166-1767432600-1767456000@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Tzouhalem Spinners and Weavers Guild Distaff Day
DESCRIPTION:Join the Tzouhalem Spinners and Weavers guild on Saturday\, January 3\, 2026 for Distaff Day! Spinners\, aspiring spinners\, and friends of spinners all welcome! Bring a bagged lunch.  Soup\, coffee\, tea\, and goodies will be provided. \nAdmission by donation with a $10 suggestion. \nTime: 09:30 – 16:00 \nSt Peters Church Hall\, 5800 Church Rd\, Duncan \n 
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/tzouhalem-spinners-and-weavers-guild-distaff-day/
LOCATION:st peters church hall\, 5800 Church Rd\, Duncan\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260104T150000
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20251209T221025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T230948Z
UID:22173-1767520800-1767538800@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Black Creek Distaff Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Black Creek Spinners for a Distaff Day Celebration on Sunday Jan 4th. All spinners and hand-crafters welcome!\n\n\n\nSunday January 4th\n\n\n10:00 to 15:00\n\n\n\nTea/coffee/goodies provided.\n\n\nBring your own lunch and if you’d like\, extra holiday goodies to share.\n\n\nWe’ll have a free table and some space for sale items.\n\n\n\n$10 entry suggested\, but entry by donation.\n\n\n\nBlack Creek Community Centre\n\n\n2001 Black Creek Rd\, Black Creek\n\n\nLocation about 20 minutes north of Courtenay and 25 min south of Campbell River.\n\n\nPlease carpool if possible as parking is limited.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/black-creek-distaff-day-celebration/
LOCATION:Black Creek Community Centre\, 2001 Black Creed Rd\, Black Creek\, BC\, V9J 1G5\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260108T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260108T184500
DTSTAMP:20260415T203356
CREATED:20251209T221548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T221548Z
UID:22177-1767892500-1767897900@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
SUMMARY:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts – Thursday January 8
DESCRIPTION:Comox Valley Community Fibre Crafts\n\nDrop-in on the second Thursday of each month from 17:15 – 18:45 at the Courtenay Library Multipurpose Room.\n\nBring your fibre crafts (knitting\, crochet\, spinning\, etc.) and spend time with community members at the CV Community Fibre Crafts evenings at the Courtenay Library. Drop in\, no registration needed.\n\nDo you want to learn how to spin sheep’s wool into yarn? We’ll have spindles and fleece you can try working with! Some supplies and mentorship available.
URL:https://vancouverislandfibreshed.ca/event/comox-valley-community-fibre-crafts-thursday-january-8/
LOCATION:Courtenay Library\, 300 6th St\, Courtenay\, BC\, V9N 9V9\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Vancouver Island Fibershed":MAILTO:info@vancouverislandfibreshed.ca
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