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For the Love of Painting
Sean Benton paints in an expressive realist style. His images replicate realism with an emphasis on the elements of art and design. Sean hopes viewers experience familiarity depicted in new ways. The works currently on display vary in subject matter with portraits, landscape, architecture, and still life. All ages. Drop-in. In-person, 2nd Floor Exhibit Area.
Scavenger Hunt – Spring
Spring is full of exciting changes in nature, and you'll be searching for them--right here at the library! All ages. In-person: drop-in, no registration necessary.
Take Home Craft Kits
Kits change on a weekly basis and contain all supplies needed to complete the craft. For preschool and early elementary kids. Drop In: No registration necessary
Earth Day Seed Planting
“Our Power, Our Planet” is this year’s theme for Earth Day. Help us celebrate Earth Day at the library by planting some seeds to take home for your garden. All ages are welcome. This is a drop in program. For more information, please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Monday, April 20, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, April 21, 2026
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April 21, 2026 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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April 21, 2026 -Homeschoolers Haven
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April 21, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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April 21, 2026 -What to Expect When Faced with the Unexpected: Emergency Preparedness with the Canadian Red Cross
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April 21, 2026 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
All babies 3-18 months are welcome to come for rhymes, songs, and stories! In partnership with Maggie’s Place. Call Maggie’s Place at 902-895-0200 to register. Call Maggie’s Place at 902-895-0200 to register.
Homeschoolers Haven
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.
Afterschool Survival
Time to unwind, get your homework done, play on the computer, or just hang out with your friends. For ages 8-15 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
What to Expect When Faced with the Unexpected: Emergency Preparedness with the Canadian Red Cross
The Canadian Red Cross is experienced in helping people deal with the consequences of extreme weather events, natural disasters and unexpected emergency situations. Learn what you will need in the way of supplies to shelter in place safely or leave your home with little notice. All Ages. In-person. No registration required.
Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
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April 22, 2026 -Storytime
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April 22, 2026 -Storytime
Storytime
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. Please note there will be no Storytime on January 24,28,and 31. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Storytime
Join us for a fun-filled Storytime at the library! There will be stories, maybe a song or two along with a craft For children 2-4. This is a drop in program. No registration is required. Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Thursday, April 23, 2026
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April 23, 2026 -Baby Rhyme Time
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April 23, 2026 -Tales for Tots
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April 23, 2026 -Virtual Author Visit : Amanda Oberswain(French Version)
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April 23, 2026 -Story time
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April 23, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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April 23, 2026 -Karaoke Fun
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April 23, 2026 -Read Aloud Book Club- There will be no session on April 9th
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April 23, 2026 -Tween Trivia-Star Wars 2.0
Baby Rhyme Time
Bring your little one to Baby Rhyme Time—a fun, interactive session filled with songs, rhymes, and snuggly story moments. Perfect for babies and their caregivers! Infant-2 years old with a caregiver This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Tales for Tots
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.
Virtual Author Visit : Amanda Oberswain(French Version)
Local author Amanda Oberswain is a children’s science writer and educator who will be reading from her book "Sharing the Planet." Her work inspires big-picture thinking and problem solving in children of all ages. For ages 6+ To register: email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Story time
Come along and enjoy an hour of fun filled story time and craft. For preschool aged children Drop in, no registration required.
Afterschool Survival
Time to unwind, get your homework done, play on the computer, or just hang out with your friends. For ages 8-15 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Karaoke Fun
Who wants to sing? We are karaoking and would love for you to join us. Pick a favorite song and belt it out! For school aged children. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Read Aloud Book Club- There will be no session on April 9th
Picture this: A room full of children, quietly sipping hot chocolate, nibbling on popcorn, doodling, or relaxing as they listen to the librarian read aloud from a novel. If this sounds like fun, then please join us for Read it Out Loud, a book club for children ages 6-12 To register email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Tween Trivia-Star Wars 2.0
Think you know the galaxy far, far away? Join our Star Wars Trivia and test your knowledge of characters, planets, ships, and legendary moments. May the Force be with you! Ages 8-12. In-person or virtual. To participate, register: stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Friday, April 24, 2026
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April 24, 2026 -Picture Book Junction
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April 24, 2026 -Little Funny Pages
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April 24, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
Picture Book Junction
Fun and Interactive! Share the magic of stories, songs and crafts. 3-5 years old with a caregiver. Drop In: No registration necessary
Little Funny Pages
Little Funny Pages is coming to the Truro Library! Be part of the fun at Canada’s only festival devoted to books that crack kids up! Two hilarious picture book authors will provide lots of giggles for preschoolers at this free event. Featuring Canadian authors Sarabeth Holden (Benny the Bananasaurus Rex, Sea Snooze) and Lana Button (Brianna Banana, Worst Surprise Ever), this event […]
Afterschool Survival
Time to unwind, get your homework done, play on the computer, or just hang out with your friends. For ages 8-15 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Saturday, April 25, 2026
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April 25, 2026 -Storytime
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April 25, 2026 -Toddler Time
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April 25, 2026 -Book Beats(CANCELLED)
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April 25, 2026 -Lego Club
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April 25, 2026 -Crochet Club
Storytime
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. Please note there will be no Storytime on January 24,28,and 31. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Toddler Time
Come and enjoy story time at the library. A great way for your little one to make new friends. For children ages 0-2 This is a drop-in program. Please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Book Beats(CANCELLED)
Read books that are also songs, then make a musical instrument to take home with you! For ages 3+ This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
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Lego Club
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.
Crochet Club
Looking for a cozy place to stitch, chat, and create? Join our Crochet Club! Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just learning your first stitches, everyone is welcome. Bring your current project, share tips and patterns, and enjoy a relaxed time connecting with fellow yarn lovers. Tatianna Grosvenor from Rising Tides Art Society will be […]
Sunday, April 26, 2026
No events on this day.
