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Haiku Contest!
Some folks say that poetry is the art of saying a lot with a few words. So, what better way to celebrate National Poetry Month than with a haiku writing contest! A haiku is a Japanese style poem that has three lines, with five syllables in the first line, seven in the second, and five […]
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 […]
Shelf Care Bingo
Give yourself some shelf care! Pick up your Shelf Care Bingo Sheet at a service desk and combine reading with self-care. All ages. Complete the challenge by getting five in a row and be entered into a draw for a $25 Indigo Card!
Shelf Care Bingo
Give yourself some shelf care! Pick up your Shelf Care Bingo Sheet at a service desk and combine reading with self-care. All ages. Complete the challenge by getting five in a row and be entered into a draw for a $25 Indigo Card!
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
Shelf Care Bingo
Give yourself some shelf care! Pick up your Shelf Care Bingo Sheet at a service desk and combine reading with self-care. All ages. Complete the challenge by getting five in a row and be entered into a draw for a $25 Indigo Card!
Shelf Care Bingo
Give yourself some shelf care! Pick up your Shelf Care Bingo Sheet at a service desk and combine reading with self-care. All ages. Complete the challenge by getting five in a row and be entered into a draw for a $25 Indigo Card!
Monday, April 29, 2024
No events on this day.
Tuesday, April 30, 2024
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April 30, 2024 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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April 30, 2024 -Conversational English
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April 30, 2024 -Homeschoolers Haven
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April 30, 2024 -Crochet Creations Club
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April 30, 2024 -Boredom Buster
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April 30, 2024 -Afterschool Chill Zone
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April 30, 2024 -Maker Lab Fun Time
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April 30, 2024 -Teen Room Drop In
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April 30, 2024 -Zen Beads: Mala Bracelet Workshop
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April 30, 2024 -Photography Club
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April 30, 2024 -Heroes & Adventurers
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April 30, 2024 -A Conversation With the Authors Tracey Harris and Terry Gibbs
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April 30, 2024 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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April 30, 2024 -Crafty Crew – Diamond Art Book Marks
Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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 Edinburgh Hall: Parkland Call Maggie’s Place at 902-895-0200 to register.
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.
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.
Crochet Creations Club
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 Drop In: No registration necessary
Boredom Buster
Though we never get bored at the library, we’ve got a fun activity to make sure you aren’t bored. We are celebrating National Bugs Bunny Day. For ages 8-15 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.
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.
Zen Beads: Mala Bracelet Workshop
Create beautiful, meaningful bracelets while diving into the art of mindfulness and self-expression. This is an adult program. Registration required. Please call 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
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
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.
A Conversation With the Authors Tracey Harris and Terry Gibbs
Join authors Tracey Harris and Terry Gibbs as they discuss their new book Food in A Just World: Compassionate Eating in a Time of Climate Change. Drawing on the perspectives of advocates, activists, workers, researchers, and policymakers, Harris and Gibbs explore the politics of food in the context of capitalist globalization and the climate crisis, uncovering […]
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.
Crafty Crew – Diamond Art Book Marks
Cultivate patience and beauty during an evening of fun. Adults. Drop In: no registration necessary
Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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May 1, 2024 -Seniors Social Café!
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May 1, 2024 -Storytime
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May 1, 2024 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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May 1, 2024 -Social Cafe
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May 1, 2024 -STEM: The Human Body
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
Are you retired, new to the area, or just looking to connect with some new 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.
STEM: The Human Body
Get ready for experiments that explore the weird and wonderful world of the human body! Make model lungs with balloons and a bottle, see how food breaks down in the stomach, and more. For ages 8-14 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Thursday, May 2, 2024
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May 2, 2024 -Tech Help
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May 2, 2024 -Baby Rhyme Time
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May 2, 2024 -Tales for Tots
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May 2, 2024 -Pre-school Story time
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May 2, 2024 -Afterschool Chill Zone
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May 2, 2024 -Maker Lab Fun Time
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May 2, 2024 -Afterschool Kids Club
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May 2, 2024 -Teen Room Drop In
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May 2, 2024 -Knitters Social
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May 2, 2024 -Worm Farming
Tech Help
Drop by the Maker Lab on Thursday Mornings for one-on-one tech help on a first-come-first-served bases. Happy to help out with your simple tech needs! All ages. Drop-in event. No registration is required.
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.
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.
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.
Afterschool Kids Club
Bring your friends and hang out at the library after school! We will have a variety of fun activities. Ages 5-14 Drop in – Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
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.
Worm Farming
Come find out why worms and composting go hand in hand. Robert Graham will be here to share his knowledge and answer questions. Drop In: No registration necessary
Friday, May 3, 2024
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May 3, 2024 -One on One Tech Help
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May 3, 2024 -Picture Book Junction
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May 3, 2024 -Homeschoolers Hangout
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May 3, 2024 -Scrabble Squad
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May 3, 2024 -Friday Fun with Art
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May 3, 2024 -Maker Lab Fun Time
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
Homeschoolers Hangout
Learn and explore at the library! We want to be part of your education experience. For ages 5-18 Drop-in, no registration required. Please call 902-883-9838 or email at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details.
Scrabble Squad
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends. All adults welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Friday Fun with Art
We are trying different types of art techniques throughout the year. In May we are having a paint day with acrylics. For ages 5-15 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.
Saturday, May 4, 2024
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May 4, 2024 -Super Saturday
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May 4, 2024 -Maker Lab Fun Time
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May 4, 2024 -Storytime
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May 4, 2024 -Spring Decor Wreath
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May 4, 2024 -May the 4th Be With You: A Star Wars Party
Super Saturday
Saturdays are made for fun, and the library. Each week we will offer a different activity. We hope to see you at all of them. Ages 3+ May 4: Mental Health Matters Storytime (11-11:30am) & May the 4th Be With You crafts (10am-12pm) May 11: Book Bingo (11am-12pm) May 18: Giant Board Games (10am-12pm) May […]
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.
Spring Decor Wreath
Come on in and craft a beautiful grape vine wreath for your front door. Nothing says spring like some beautiful flowers to brighten your day. We provide all the materials; you provide your creativity. Registration is required. Please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
May the 4th Be With You: A Star Wars Party
Food, Fun, Costumes and Prizes! All ages. Drop In: No registration necessary
Sunday, May 5, 2024
No events on this day.