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Mount Uniacke Book Challenge 2023.
Read or listen to something new each month and earn a ballot for a monthly, quarterly, and yearly prize. Each month is a new genre to try. All ages are welcome to participate. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
“Gratitude” Rug Hooking Art exhibit by Ursula Ryle-Gulliver
A rug hooking art exhibit that expresses gratitude from Ursula Ryle-Gulliver will be running through October and November at the Truro Library. Be sure to sign the guest book at the Second Floor information desk. Ursula will be on site to talk with you about her art and the inspiration behind the exhibit on Saturday, […]
Monday, October 23, 2023
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October 23, 2023 -Scrabble Group
Scrabble Group
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Tuesday, October 24, 2023
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October 24, 2023 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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October 24, 2023 -Conversational English
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October 24, 2023 -Homeschoolers Haven
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October 24, 2023 -Afterschool Survival
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October 24, 2023 -Teen Room Drop In
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October 24, 2023 -Heroes & Adventurers
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October 24, 2023 -Guest Speaker Series- From Fear to Faith: Surviving Cancer
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October 24, 2023 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
Learn rhymes, songs and have fun with your baby. For all parents with babies 3-18 months. The session will take place at Maggie's Place. To register, please call 902-895-0200
Conversational English
Is English your 2nd language? Or maybe your 4th? Our Conversational English program is for those who would like to practice their English in a fun and friendly environment. In partnership with YREACH. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
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.
Teen Room Drop In
Come hang out, grab a snack, play some Mario Kart on our new Nintendo Switch, or make art. Ages 13-18 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Heroes & Adventurers
Role-playing game nights with extraordinary people! We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination. No experience needed. All ages welcome! Register to play by emailing: HAATruro@gmail.com Sorry, no drop-in players at this time.
Guest Speaker Series- From Fear to Faith: Surviving Cancer
Join us to hear about Ruth Orr’s amazing journey with cancer. This is an adult program. This is a drop in program. No registration is 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, October 25, 2023
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October 25, 2023 -Overbooked Social Time
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October 25, 2023 -Storytime
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October 25, 2023 -Parents and Tots Story Time and Crafts
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October 25, 2023 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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October 25, 2023 -Fearsome Feast: Halloween Storytelling
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October 25, 2023 -Ghosts and Folklore in Nova Scotia
Overbooked Social Time
Feeling disconnected and a little out of the loop? Maybe some friendly conversation and companionship would help. Drop by the library for our Overbooked Social Time. Snacks and activities will be on offer. Open to all adults and seniors. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Storytime
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.
Parents and Tots Story Time and Crafts
Come along and enjoy an hour of fun filled story time and craft. For ages 0+ Drop-in, no registration required.
Makers in the Maker Lab
Calling all Makers! Drop by for a relaxing afternoon to hang out with fellow crafters. Bring along your ongoing projects like knitting, crochet, needlework, painting or other hands on crafts. For adults This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Fearsome Feast: Halloween Storytelling
Stop by the library for a gruesome Halloween storytelling game, a fearsome feast for all of your senses! For ages 8-14 This is a drop in program.
Ghosts and Folklore in Nova Scotia
We’re excited to have author Vernon Oickle in for an evening of spooky stories and lore from around Nova Scotia. Drop by, if you dare. For adults/seniors. This is a drop in program. No registration is required. Limited spaces are available.
Thursday, October 26, 2023
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October 26, 2023 -Baby Rhyme Time
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October 26, 2023 -Tales for Tots
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October 26, 2023 -Pop-up Employment Services with Nova Scotia Works
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October 26, 2023 -Creative Storytime
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October 26, 2023 -Pre-school Story time
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October 26, 2023 -Afterschool Survival
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October 26, 2023 -Teen Room Drop In
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October 26, 2023 -Ghost time!
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October 26, 2023 -Tween Ghosts
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October 26, 2023 -Mindfulness Meditation
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October 26, 2023 -Music Night
Baby Rhyme Time
Discover the joy of songs, finger plays , bouncing rhymes and simple books. Suitable for Infant-2 years old with a caregiver This is an in-person program. No registration is required.
Tales for Tots
Join us Thursday mornings 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.
Pop-up Employment Services with Nova Scotia Works
Nova Scotia Works will be at the library to help with resumes, job search supports, and with information about funded programs and assistance available from case management. All ages welcome, from teens to seniors. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Creative Storytime
Come along and enjoy an hour of fun filled story time and craft. For children ages 2-5 Registration required - Please call at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Pre-school Story time
Come and enjoy story and a craft. For children ages 4-7 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.
Teen Room Drop In
Come hang out, grab a snack, play some Mario Kart on our new Nintendo Switch, or make art. Ages 13-18 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Ghost time!
Lets make our own spooky decoration. For ages 8-14 Pre register in person or by phone 902 – 657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Tween Ghosts
Bring on the spooky season. This project uses paint and a gift card or squeegee to make super cute ghosts. For ages 8-12 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Mindfulness Meditation
We invite you to explore the practice of mindfulness and enjoy a time of meditation. Learn about how mindfulness can enhance your everyday living. Ages 14+ Please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register
Music Night
Bring your own musical instrument and singing voice. This is an adult program. Drop in no registration required.
Friday, October 27, 2023
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October 27, 2023 -One on One Tech Help
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October 27, 2023 -Picture Book Junction
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October 27, 2023 -Scrabble Squad
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October 27, 2023 -Homeschoolers Hangout
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October 27, 2023 -Canada Revenue Agency Information Session
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October 27, 2023 -Halloween Party
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October 27, 2023 -Walking Club
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October 27, 2023 -Fun with Pumpkins
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October 27, 2023 -David’s Book Discussion
One on One Tech Help
Issues with your phone? Laptop? Social Media? Meet in-person with our digital literacy trainer to get your tech questions answered. Please call 902-883-9838 or email at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca to book an appointment
Picture Book Junction
Fun and Interactive! Share the magic of stories, songs and crafts. Suitable For 3-5 years old with a caregiver. This is a drop in program. No registration is necessary.
Scrabble Squad
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends. All adults welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Homeschoolers Hangout
Learn and explore at the library! We want to be part of your education experience. For ages 5-18 This is a drop in – call 902-883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Canada Revenue Agency Information Session
Overview of topics: Benefits and Credits, Three Ways to Do your Taxes, Avoid Payment Interruption, Protect Yourself Against Scams, CRA Services. All ages are welcome to attend. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Halloween Party
Celebrate Halloween early with ghoulish games and frightening fun. Costumes welcome (but not required). For ages 4+
Walking Club
Mind your distance! Strava will map our walk, record distance and provide a satellite image.Meet at the library at 2 and enjoy a walk around town. All adults welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Fun with Pumpkins
There is no school today so we are going to decorate some pumpkins just in time for Halloween. For ages 5-12 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
David’s Book Discussion
Everyone is invited to come, sit and chat about the book of the month! In October we’re reading: The Curious Charms of Arthur Pepper by Phaedra Patrick. This group is for adults/seniors. Register by calling 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca Expect a follow up email from library staff to make arrangements for print copies.
Saturday, October 28, 2023
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October 28, 2023 -Spooky Storytime and Craft
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October 28, 2023 -Tool sharpening workshop
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October 28, 2023 -Fall Leaf Garland
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October 28, 2023 -Swap Day
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October 28, 2023 -Lego Club
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October 28, 2023 -Pumpkin Carving for Teens
Spooky Storytime and Craft
Swoop into the spirit of spooky season with this week’s storytime and craft! Costumes welcome! For ages 3+ This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Tool sharpening workshop
Learn how to keep your garden tools and knifes sharp, how to look after the tools in off season. This is a program for adults. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Fall Leaf Garland
Design Fall decorations for your home. All supplies are provided. For seniors. This is a drop in program. Registration is not required.
Swap Day
Do you have any cookbooks you want to get rid of? Are you looking for some new ideas for meals? Bring in your old cookbooks and swap with someone else’s cookbooks. All week before the 28th drop off a gently used cookbook or 2 and then drop by the library on Saturday the 28th to […]
Lego Club
Activate your creativity and imagination! We will proudly display what you build in our children’s area. For ages 5-100 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Pumpkin Carving for Teens
All materials provided to create the pumpkin of your choice…..spooktacular or not. For ages 13-18 Register: stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca or 902-639-2481
Sunday, October 29, 2023
No events on this day.