The Sidney/North Saanich branch of the Vancouver Island Regional Library is launching a new program for children and families called Nellie Nekton Mysteries in Sidney, British Columbia. The activity begins on Saturday, March 14, 2026, and will run every day through Monday, March 30, 2026. It provides a free, flexible option for local parents and caregivers during the upcoming school holidays.
This program is a drop-in activity that residents can visit at any time during the library’s regular hours at 10091 Resthaven Drive. It is designed as an all-day event that does not require families to sign up in advance or worry about space limits. The activity likely functions as a self-guided scavenger hunt where children can explore the building at their own pace.
The event is timed to help families find things to do while schools in Saanich School District 63 are closed for spring break from March 16 to March 27, 2026. The mystery activity is part of a larger ocean theme at the branch this month. The name Nellie Nekton refers to a scientific term for sea animals that can swim against a current, such as fish or whales.
Other marine-themed events at the library include a talk with a scientist on March 10, 2026, and a special ocean station on March 21, 2026. According to the Town of Sidney, the library frequently hosts these types of activities to serve as a community hub for families during school breaks.
