Week of Events
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, […]
3rd Annual Pajama Drive
Donate a pair of NEW PAJAMAS and help keep someone warm this winter. · All sizes welcome. · All donations will be distributed by the Shumilacke Foodbank. · Donations accepted at the Stewiacke Library until Saturday, December 2.
No School Day- Scavenger Hunt
It’s Dinovember and no school so we are having a scavenger hunt. Pop by the library and find all the dinosaurs All ages are welcome This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Tree Ornament Making
Help us decorate our tree at the library! Come visit us and enjoy making a tree ornament to hang on our tree. We can’t wait to see what you create! All ages are welcome to participate. Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Scrabble Group
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
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. This is a drop in event. No registration is required.
Boredom Buster
Though we never get bored at the library, we’ve got a fun activity to make sure you aren’t bored. This month we are trying to not let the balloon drop. This is a drop in event. No registration 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.
Maker Lab Fun Time
Curious about the Maker Lab? Come on in and explore. Program robots, create circuits, build with magnetic tiles, and more! This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Community Transportation in Stewiacke Conversation
The Town of Stewiacke, in collaboration with Colchester Transportation and Common Good Solutions, will be hosting a community conversation to assess transportation needs for residents. Crafts and entertainment will be provided for your children during the event. All ages are welcome to participate. 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.
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. This is a drop in event. No registration required.
Voices for Change: A Conversation with Peter Duinker, Professor Emeritus, Dalhousie University
Climate Action: It’s High Time to Get REALLY Serious!! Visit us at the Elmsdale Library to hear Peter Duinker’s presentation about our global climate and basic actions in how to prepare ourselves and to make a real difference. For teens/adults. Drop in, please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Women Unsilenced: Author Reading with Linda MacDonald and Jeanne Sarson
Grassroots activists Linda MacDonald and Jeanne Sarson will talk about their book on human trafficking called Women Unsilenced to recognize the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence 2023 (November 25 - Dec. 10) This is a drop in event. No registration required.
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. This is a drop in event. No registration is 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. No registration, drop in.
Satellite Library Visit: Kennetcook Fire Hall
Meet us at the Kennetcook Fire Hall where you can browse and borrow materials, sign up for a Library card, and hear about our upcoming programs!
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.
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
Afterschool Survival
Time to unwind, get your homework done, play on the computer, or just hang out with your friends. This is a drop in event. No registration is required.
Science @ the library
We are celebrating Science Literacy Month! Science is fun! Technology rocks! Engineering makes things great! Math is #1! What does Karri have in store this month? Marshmallow Shooters Register in branch or by email mtuniack@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
Brilliant Labs at the Library
Join Brilliant Labs at the Truro Library to learn all about the world of coding with microcontrollers used in robotics, modern technology, and more! Register today for five weeks of awesome! Suitable for ages 8+ Email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca or call 902-895-4183 to register. Limited space available.
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. 3-5 years old with a caregiver. Drop In: No registration 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.
Afterschool Survival
Time to unwind, get your homework done, play on the computer, or just hang out with your friends. This is a drop in event. No registration is required.
Friday Fun with Art
We are trying different types of art techniques throughout the year. December we will be making a collage. Learn all about how to collage. For ages 5 -15 This is a drop in event. No registration is required.
Maker Lab Fun Time
Curious about the Maker Lab? 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.
Adult Crafternoon
We are making a holiday swag this month. Not “holiday swag” but a swag for the holidays. Mark it on your calendar and plan to join us for all the crafting fun. Register in branch or by email mtuniack@cehpubliclibrary.ca