Bring your own device or use one of our computers. This program covers: eReaders/ebooks, basic computer navigation, basic app use, basic cellphone use, basic tablet use, general internet instruction, research and using library electronic resources. All ages are welcome. Register: stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Explore lives, culture and history. Watch videos from the Mi’kmaq History Month website and the Mi’kmawey Debert Cultural Centre. We will have tablets set up for just this purpose. For ages 7 and up. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
The Paws to Read program offers kids a safe environment to practice reading aloud to an attentive and adorable audience. Children build confidence and reading skills in one-on-one sessions with therapy dogs. Participants attend 5 weekly half-hour sessions with a trained therapy dog volunteer and a certified handler. For children in grades 1-5 In-Person. Registration […]
The Paws to Read program offers kids a safe environment to practice reading aloud to an attentive and adorable audience. Children build confidence and reading skills in one-on-one sessions with therapy dogs. Participants attend 5 weekly half-hour sessions with a trained therapy dog volunteer and a certified handler. For children in grades 1-5 In-Person. Registration […]
The Paws to Read program offers kids a safe environment to practice reading aloud to an attentive and adorable audience. Children build confidence and reading skills in one-on-one sessions with therapy dogs. Participants attend 5 weekly half-hour sessions with a trained therapy dog volunteer and a certified handler. For children in grades 1-5 In-Person. Registration […]
The Paws to Read program offers kids a safe environment to practice reading aloud to an attentive and adorable audience. Children build confidence and reading skills in one-on-one sessions with therapy dogs. Participants attend 5 weekly half-hour sessions with a trained therapy dog volunteer and a certified handler. For children in grades 1-5 In-Person. Registration […]
The Paws to Read program offers kids a safe environment to practice reading aloud to an attentive and adorable audience. Children build confidence and reading skills in one-on-one sessions with therapy dogs. Participants attend 5 weekly half-hour sessions with a trained therapy dog volunteer and a certified handler. For children in grades 1-5 In-Person. Registration […]
All babies 3-18 months are welcome to come for rhymes, songs, and stories! In partnership with Maggie’s Place. The session will take place at the public library. Call Maggie’s Place at 902-895-0200 to register.
Crocheting is the perfect hobby for all ages. Have an afternoon snack and enjoy camaraderie and friendship. Learn a new skill or perfect your technique. All skill levels welcome. Ages 6 and up. Drop in. No registration is required.
Do you want to play a little game of Truth or Scare? You pick…truth or scare! Suitable for school age children. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Ready to learn chopping, peeling, dicing, and slicing? Join our youth workshop to get some hands on kitchen skills using fruits and veggies. You’ll also make your own hummus dip! For ages 6-12 To register: email mtuniacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca or call (902) 866-0124
Role-playing game nights with extraordinary people! We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination. No experience needed. All welcome! Register to play by emailing: HAATruro@gmail.com Sorry, no drop-in players at this time.
Role-playing game nights with extraordinary people! We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination. No experience needed. All welcome! Register to play by emailing: HAATruro@gmail.com Sorry, no drop-in players at this time.
Come on in and explore. Program robots, create circuits, build with magnetic tiles, and more! All ages are welcome This is a drop-in and no registration is required.
Fiber art for all ages and abilities. Learn to knit or crochet, bring a project you are working on, or just come hang out with the club for some social time. All ages welcome. Drop in, no registration required.
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Get into the spooky spirit with our Halloween craft workshop! Kids will have fun making their own festive creations using easy, hands-on materials. A perfect way to celebrate the season with a mix of creativity, imagination, and a little Halloween magic. For ages 8-12 Pre register in person or by phone 902 – 657-3064 or […]
Discover the joy of songs, finger plays, bouncing rhymes and simple books. Infant-2 years old with a caregiver This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Join us Thursday mornings in the Big Brothers Big Sisters Room for stories, songs, and activities that are just right for terrific toddlers! 18 months-4 years with a parent/caregiver. Drop-in, no registration required.
When was the first time Halloween was celebrated? Why do we get dressed up in costumes? Who decided we would get candy from strangers? Brush up of your Halloween trivia and see if you know more than your friends. This program is suitable for school age children. This is a drop in program. No registration […]
We will be offering six different sessions where children can explore and develop the necessary skills of working with their hands in a fun way. Suitable for artists and non-artists alike! All supplies provided. Limit 10 per session October 3rd - Exploring Drawing - registration opens September 19 October 10th - Exploring Painting - - […]
Bring your own device or use one of our computers. This program covers: eReaders/ebooks, basic computer navigation, basic app use, basic cellphone use, basic tablet use, general internet instruction, research and using library electronic resources. All ages are welcome. Register: stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Learn and explore at the library! We want to be part of your education experience. In person, drop in. Please call (902) 883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
The Truro Art Society presents a unique exhibit full of pieces inspired by poetry! Each one is based on either an existing poem written by someone else, a poem written by the artist, or music lyrics. They hope you'll enjoy exploring these artistic interpretations! The exhibit will be housed on the 2nd floor.
Come on in and explore. Program robots, create circuits, build with magnetic tiles, and more! All ages are welcome This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
The Paws to Read program offers kids a safe environment to practice reading aloud to an attentive and adorable audience. Children build confidence and reading skills in one-on-one sessions with therapy dogs. Participants attend 5 weekly half-hour sessions with a trained therapy dog volunteer and a certified handler. For children in grades 1-5 In-Person. Registration […]
All babies 3-18 months are welcome to come for rhymes, songs, and stories! In partnership with Maggie’s Place. The session will take place at the public library. Call Maggie’s Place at 902-895-0200 to register.
Homeschoolers Haven is a place for Homeschool families to meet and share resources. There will be activities for the children. For ages 5+ This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
We want to thank those who are serving our country. Join us to make Thank You cards for our soldiers. For school aged children. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Role-playing game nights with extraordinary people! We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination. No experience needed. All welcome! Register to play by emailing: HAATruro@gmail.com Sorry, no drop-in players at this time.
Come on in and explore. Program robots, create circuits, build with magnetic tiles, and more! All ages are welcome This is a drop-in and no registration is required.
Fiber art for all ages and abilities. Learn to knit or crochet, bring a project you are working on, or just come hang out with the club for some social time. All ages welcome. Drop in, no registration required.
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Come on in and explore. Program robots, create circuits, build with magnetic tiles, and more! All ages are welcome This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Come and enjoy story time at the library. A great way for your little one to make new friends. Ages 0-2 Drop in. Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Build, create, and explore! Lego Club is the perfect place to let your imagination run wild—one brick at a time. For ages 5-99 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Drop into your local library and write your letter to Santa before December 6th. We have a letter writing station set up and our Magic Mailbox will get your letter to Santa and his Elves speedily. The letter writing supplies are available at all branches.
All babies 3-18 months are welcome to come for rhymes, songs, and stories! In partnership with Maggie’s Place. The session will take place at the public library. Call Maggie’s Place at 902-895-0200 to register.
Let’s talk about banned books. Why is a book banned? Is it ok to read a banned book? Join the Banned Book Club and read a banned book. Can we say “banned” too many times? We are discussing picture books that have been banned.. For ages 9-12 This is a drop in program. No registration […]
Role-playing game nights with extraordinary people! We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination. No experience needed. All welcome! Register to play by emailing: HAATruro@gmail.com Sorry, no drop-in players at this time.
Come on in and explore. Program robots, create circuits, build with magnetic tiles, and more! All ages are welcome This is a drop-in and no registration is required.
Fiber art for all ages and abilities. Learn to knit or crochet, bring a project you are working on, or just come hang out with the club for some social time. All ages welcome. Drop in, no registration required.
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Discover the joy of songs, finger plays, bouncing rhymes and simple books. Infant-2 years old with a caregiver This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Join us Thursday mornings in the Big Brothers Big Sisters Room for stories, songs, and activities that are just right for terrific toddlers! 18 months-4 years with a parent/caregiver. Drop-in, no registration required.
Get ready to strike! Join our Xbox Kinect Bowling Tournament for action-packed, motion-controlled fun. Compete with friends, show off your skills, and see who can bowl the perfect game—prizes await the top players. For ages 8-14 Pre register in person or by phone 902 – 657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
We will be offering six different sessions where children can explore and develop the necessary skills of working with their hands in a fun way. Suitable for artists and non-artists alike! All supplies provided. Limit 10 per session October 3rd - Exploring Drawing - registration opens September 19 October 10th - Exploring Painting - - […]
Learn and explore at the library! We want to be part of your education experience. In person, drop in. Please call (902) 883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Come on in and explore. Program robots, create circuits, build with magnetic tiles, and more! All ages are welcome This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Homeschoolers Haven is a place for Homeschool families to meet and share resources. There will be activities for the children. For ages 5+ This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Learn more about those around you with 30 minutes of ice breakers with Bernie. She has a bunch of fun questions that will help you learn more about your friends. Suitable for school aged children. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Role-playing game nights with extraordinary people! We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination. No experience needed. All welcome! Register to play by emailing: HAATruro@gmail.com Sorry, no drop-in players at this time.
Come on in and explore. Program robots, create circuits, build with magnetic tiles, and more! All ages are welcome This is a drop-in and no registration is required.
Fiber art for all ages and abilities. Learn to knit or crochet, bring a project you are working on, or just come hang out with the club for some social time. All ages welcome. Drop in, no registration required.
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
An engineering challenge… with a twist! See if you can design the fastest, strongest car with nothing but noodles (and glue). There will be snacks for all and pasta prizes for the winning car. For ages 8-14 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Discover the joy of songs, finger plays, bouncing rhymes and simple books. Infant-2 years old with a caregiver This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Even though it’s chilly outside, come on in to the library for a picnic. We will have stories, activities, and snacks. Bring along your own blanket and snack if you like. For ages 0-3 Drop in – Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Join us Thursday mornings in the Big Brothers Big Sisters Room for stories, songs, and activities that are just right for terrific toddlers! 18 months-4 years with a parent/caregiver. Drop-in, no registration required.
It’s been awhile since we pulled out the magnets. Mark it on your calendar to have some fun playing with magnets. For ages 5-12 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
We will be offering six different sessions where children can explore and develop the necessary skills of working with their hands in a fun way. Suitable for artists and non-artists alike! All supplies provided. Limit 10 per session October 3rd - Exploring Drawing - registration opens September 19 October 10th - Exploring Painting - - […]
Fore! The Children's Area will be transformed into a mini golf course. Practice your swing and see if you can sink a hole-in-one! For all ages This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
There's no school, so we are pulling out the legos. Plan on coming in for some Lego fun. Ages 5-15 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Come on in and explore. Program robots, create circuits, build with magnetic tiles, and more! All ages are welcome This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Come and enjoy story time at the library. A great way for your little one to make new friends. Ages 0-2 Drop in. Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Help us celebrate Picture Book Month with a great party! Show up in your pajamas, get cozy and enjoy Storytime! All are welcome. This is a drop-in program. Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Build, create, and explore! Lego Club is the perfect place to let your imagination run wild—one brick at a time. For ages 5-99 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Crocheting is the perfect hobby for all ages. Have an afternoon snack and enjoy camaraderie and friendship. Learn a new skill or perfect your technique. All skill levels welcome. Ages 6 and up. Drop in. No registration is required.
We have some books that we need to wrap for the holidays and thought we’d make it a party. Come on in to help us wrap and enjoy some hot chocolate and munchies. We are looking forward to seeing you. For ages 8-12 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Role-playing game nights with extraordinary people! We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination. No experience needed. All welcome! Register to play by emailing: HAATruro@gmail.com Sorry, no drop-in players at this time.
Come on in and explore. Program robots, create circuits, build with magnetic tiles, and more! All ages are welcome This is a drop-in and no registration is required.
Fiber art for all ages and abilities. Learn to knit or crochet, bring a project you are working on, or just come hang out with the club for some social time. All ages welcome. Drop in, no registration required.
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Julie Lawson is the author of more than twenty children’s and young adult titles. Her books have won the Sheila A. Egoff Award and been nominated for numerous awards, including various Forest of Reading Awards and the Canadian Library Association Book of the Year Award. She lives in Victoria, British Columbia. We thank her for […]
Discover the joy of songs, finger plays, bouncing rhymes and simple books. Infant-2 years old with a caregiver This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Explore your creative side at the Elmsdale Library with the Collage Club! We're busting out the scissors and glue and cutting up magazines and picture books to assemble a cool piece of art. You can also make postcards, vision boards, zines - whatever you want! Whether you're a season collage pro or just looking to […]
Learn and explore at the library! We want to be part of your education experience. In person, drop in. Please call (902) 883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Come on in and explore. Program robots, create circuits, build with magnetic tiles, and more! All ages are welcome This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Our mischievous elf will be visiting the Children's department daily. Drop in to find him and get a wee sweet treat! This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Come in out of the cold and make a special Holiday greeting card for that special someone on your list. All the supplies will be provided. In person, drop in. Please call 902-883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca.