7 events found.
Ongoing
Week of Events
Paws to Read ®
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 […]
Paws to Read ®
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 […]
Paws to Read ®
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 […]
Paws to Read ®
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 […]
Paws to Read ®
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 […]
Tech Help
Need help with a computer, tablet or phone? We can help. This is an adult program. Pre register in person or by phone 902- 657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Monday, March 18, 2024
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March 18, 2024 -Scrabble Group
Scrabble Group
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in event. No registration is required.
Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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March 19, 2024 -Conversational English
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March 19, 2024 -Crochet Creations- (Cancelled March 12th)
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March 19, 2024 -Homeschoolers Haven
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March 19, 2024 -Afterschool Chill Zone
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March 19, 2024 -Teen Room Drop In
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March 19, 2024 -Maker Lab Fun Time
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March 19, 2024 -Heroes & Adventurers
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March 19, 2024 -Photography Club
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March 19, 2024 -Game Night
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March 19, 2024 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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 event. No registration is required.
Crochet Creations- (Cancelled March 12th)
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. For ages 8 and up. 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 Chill Zone
Relax and have fun after school with computers, books, and games in the chill zone. For ages 8-14 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.
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.
Heroes & Adventurers
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.
Photography Club
Learn some tips and tricks with local photographers, including Al Eastman. All adults are welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required
Game Night
Enjoy a night of fun and laughter with your friends as you play a variety of board games. All ages are welcome. 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, March 20, 2024
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March 20, 2024 -Seniors Social Café!
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March 20, 2024 -Storytime
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March 20, 2024 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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March 20, 2024 -Social Cafe
Seniors Social Café!
Come in for a coffee or tea and share a story or two with your friends. Light refreshments available. 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.
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.
Social Cafe
Retired, new to the area, or looking to connect with people? We would love to see you and welcome you to the library. Light refreshments available. Drop in. Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details.
Thursday, March 21, 2024
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March 21, 2024 -Virtual Author Reading – Briana Corr Scott
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March 21, 2024 -Baby Rhyme Time
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March 21, 2024 -Tales for Tots
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March 21, 2024 -Pre-school Story time
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March 21, 2024 -Voices for Change: An Author Reading with Gloria Ann Wesley
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March 21, 2024 -Science @ the library
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March 21, 2024 -Afterschool Chill Zone
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March 21, 2024 -Easter decoration workshop for kids
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March 21, 2024 -Maker Lab Fun Time
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March 21, 2024 -Teen Room Drop In
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March 21, 2024 -Knitters Social
Virtual Author Reading – Briana Corr Scott
Nova Scotian picture book author and illustrator, Briana Corr Scott, will be visiting us via Zoom to read from her latest book, "While You Were Sleeping". Her stories combine her love of nature, her childhood memories, folktales and imagination. For ages 5+ To register, email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Baby Rhyme Time
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.
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.
Pre-school Story time
May flowers and things. For children ages 4-7 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Voices for Change: An Author Reading with Gloria Ann Wesley
Gloria Ann Wesley is an African-Nova Scotian poet, author and educator. Join us as Wesley reads from her most recent novel, Shovels Not Rifles, the story of Will Coleman, a young, Nova Scotian, Black man who enlists in the historical No. 2 Construction Battalion in 1916. He soon learns the harsh realities of war and […]
Science @ the library
Science is fun! Technology rocks! Engineering makes things great! Math is #1! What does Karri have in store this month? Purple cabbage is involved this month. For ages 8-15 Register in branch or by email mtuniack@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Afterschool Chill Zone
Relax and have fun after school with computers, books, and games in the chill zone. For ages 8-14 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Easter decoration workshop for kids
Bunny-approved Crafts: Egg-citing Workshop! For ages 5-12 Pre register in person or by phone 902 – 657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
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.
Knitters Social
Bring your current project and share your passion for yarns, needles, hooks, and patterns in a relaxed and environment. All ages are welcome. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Friday, March 22, 2024
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March 22, 2024 -One on One Tech Help
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March 22, 2024 -Picture Book Junction
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March 22, 2024 -Scrabble Squad
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March 22, 2024 -Maker Lab Fun Time
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March 22, 2024 -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. 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.
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.
David’s Book Discussion
Everyone is invited to come, sit and chat about the book of the month! In March we’re reading: The Night Watchman by Louise Erdich Register by calling 902-895-4183 or emailing info@cehpubliclibrary.ca. Expect a follow up email from Library staff to make arrangements for print copies.
Saturday, March 23, 2024
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March 23, 2024 -Maker Lab Fun Time
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March 23, 2024 -Storytime
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March 23, 2024 -Easter Egg Decorating
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March 23, 2024 -Overbooked Social Hour
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 and 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.
Easter Egg Decorating
Explore natural ways to colour Easter eggs! This program is for seniors. To register, please call 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Overbooked Social Hour
Feeling lonely? Want to meet some new people? Want to hangout and socialize with others? Bring a snack or lunch and join us for some casual mingling. All adults are welcome. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Sunday, March 24, 2024
No events on this day.