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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!
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!
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!
Monday, May 6, 2024
No events on this day.
Tuesday, May 7, 2024
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May 7, 2024 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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May 7, 2024 -Conversational English
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May 7, 2024 -Homeschoolers Haven
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May 7, 2024 -Crochet Creations Club
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May 7, 2024 -Afterschool Chill Zone
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May 7, 2024 -Seasonal Crafting with Bernie
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May 7, 2024 -Teen Room Drop In
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May 7, 2024 -Maker Lab Fun Time
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May 7, 2024 -Nova Scotia Walk Day
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May 7, 2024 -Heroes & Adventurers
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May 7, 2024 -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. 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
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.
Seasonal Crafting with Bernie
Mother’s Day is coming, let’s make something for that someone special in your life. For ages 5-15 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.
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.
Nova Scotia Walk Day
Take part in a province wide event! Walk Day is a great opportunity to bring people in your community together to enjoy the many physical, social and mental health benefits of walking. All ages. Drop In: No registration necessary
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.
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, May 8, 2024
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May 8, 2024 -Storytime
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May 8, 2024 -Parents and Tots Story Time and Crafts
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May 8, 2024 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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May 8, 2024 -Satellite Library Visit: Middle Stewiacke Recreation Centre
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. No registration, drop in.
Satellite Library Visit: Middle Stewiacke Recreation Centre
Meet us at the Middle Stewiacke Recreation Centre where you can browse and borrow materials, sign up for a Library card, and use the public WiFi!
Free
Thursday, May 9, 2024
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May 9, 2024 -Tech Help
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May 9, 2024 -Baby Rhyme Time
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May 9, 2024 -Tales for Tots
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May 9, 2024 -Afterschool Chill Zone
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May 9, 2024 -Game Day
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May 9, 2024 -Maker Lab Fun Time
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May 9, 2024 -Teen Room Drop In
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May 9, 2024 -Knitters Social
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May 9, 2024 -Stewiacke Library: Not Just Books
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.
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.
Game Day
It’s Game Day at the library! We are playing Twister. For ages 8-15 Register in branch or by email mtuniack@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.
Stewiacke Library: Not Just Books
Library show and tell! Have your chance to explore the non-traditional items that your library offers. C-pens, Daisy Readers, telescope, Be Fit Kits and many more exciting things will be available. All ages. Drop In: No registration necessary
Friday, May 10, 2024
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May 10, 2024 -One on One Tech Help
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May 10, 2024 -Picture Book Junction
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May 10, 2024 -Seniors’ Social Tea Party
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May 10, 2024 -Scrabble Squad
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May 10, 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
Seniors’ Social Tea Party
Enjoy tea, macarons and music in a transformed library environment. 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.
Saturday, May 11, 2024
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May 11, 2024 -Super Saturday
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May 11, 2024 -Maker Lab Fun Time
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May 11, 2024 -Storytime
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May 11, 2024 -Toddler Time
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May 11, 2024 -Technically Speaking
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May 11, 2024 -Paint for Mom – A Mother’s Day Event
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May 11, 2024 -Postponed Intro to Fly-tying and Fly Fishing Workshop (PROGRAM POSTPONED)
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May 11, 2024 -Lego Club
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.
Toddler Time
Come and enjoy story time at the library. A great way for your little one to make new friends. Ages 0-2 Drop in. Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Technically Speaking
Is your tablet confusing? Having trouble downloading an app to your phone or don’t know what an app means? Want to learn more about TikTok? Drop into the library with your questions and we can help. All ages are welcome. No registration is required.
Paint for Mom – A Mother’s Day Event
Celebrate Mom by creating your own piece of art! We have all the supplies for you; just bring your creativity. Drop in. Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Postponed Intro to Fly-tying and Fly Fishing Workshop (PROGRAM POSTPONED)
Fishing season is here. Come out and learn about Nova Scotia fish and the best way to catch them. All ages are welcome. This is a drop in event. No registration is required.
Lego Club
Activate your creativity and imagination! We will proudly display what you build in our children’s area. Ages 5 - 99+ This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Sunday, May 12, 2024
No events on this day.