Week of Events
Tech Help by Appointment
Bring your own device or use one of our computers. This program covers: eReaders/ebooks, basic computer navigation, basic app use, basic cellphone use, basic tablet use, general internet instruction, research and using library electronic resources. All ages are welcome. Register: stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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. Drop in - please call (902) 883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details.
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 […]
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. Drop in - please call (902) 883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details.
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 […]
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.
Tech Help by Appointment
Bring your own device or use one of our computers. This program covers: eReaders/ebooks, basic computer navigation, basic app use, basic cellphone use, basic tablet use, general internet instruction, research and using library electronic resources. All ages are welcome. Register: stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Dinovember
A month when dinosaurs come to life. Come see what the dinosaurs have been up to while you were sleeping. All ages are welcome. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
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. Drop in - please call (902) 883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details.
Poetry: An Art Exhibit by the Truro Art Society.
The Truro Art Society presents a unique exhibit full of pieces inspired by poetry! Each one is based on either an existing poem written by someone else, a poem written by the artist, or music lyrics. They hope you'll enjoy exploring these artistic interpretations! The exhibit will be housed on the 2nd floor.
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 […]
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. Drop in - please call (902) 883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details.
Letters to Santa
Drop into your local library and write your letter to Santa before December 6th. We have a letter writing station set up and our Magic Mailbox will get your letter to Santa and his Elves speedily. The letter writing supplies are available at all branches.
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. Drop in - please call (902) 883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details.
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
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. Drop in - please call (902) 883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details.
Monday, November 18, 2024
No events on this day.
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
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November 19, 2024 -Conversational English
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November 19, 2024 -Homeschoolers Haven
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November 19, 2024 -Breaking the Ice
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November 19, 2024 -Teen Room Drop In
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November 19, 2024 -Heroes & Adventurers
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November 19, 2024 -Introduction to Plant Based Eating
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November 19, 2024 -Maker Lab Fun Time
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November 19, 2024 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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November 19, 2024 -Monthly Craft Night – Collaging
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November 19, 2024 -Unsolved Case Files
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.
Breaking the Ice
Learn more about those around you with 30 minutes of ice breakers with Bernie. She has a bunch of fun questions that will help you learn more about your friends. Suitable for school aged children. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Teen Room Drop In
Come hang out, grab a snack, play Nintendo, or make some 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 welcome! Register to play by emailing: HAATruro@gmail.com Sorry, no drop-in players at this time.
Introduction to Plant Based Eating
Northern Zone Mobile Health and Wellness Team visit for a presentation on plant based eating. Open to all ages. This is a drop in program. No registration is required
Maker Lab Fun Time
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.
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.
Monthly Craft Night – Collaging
Enjoy a relaxing evening of collaging in the Maker Lab! Explore your creative side to assemble a cool piece of collage art, such as a vision board, postcard, or poster. To register, please call us at 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Unsolved Case Files
Put yourself in the shoes of a cold case detective given the job of solving a murder that happened decades ago. For ages 13-18 To participate register: stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
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November 20, 2024 -Computer Literacy
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November 20, 2024 -Parents and Tots Story Time and Crafts
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November 20, 2024 -Storytime
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November 20, 2024 -Teen Room Drop In
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November 20, 2024 -Pasta Cars
Computer Literacy
Colchester Adult Learning Association will be hosting a series of computer literacy programs at the Tatamagouche library. Online safety and security Pictures and technology Social Media and Internet Email and Documents Pre register in person or by phone 902 – 657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
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.
Teen Room Drop In
Come hang out, grab a snack, play Nintendo, or make some art! Ages 13-18 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Pasta Cars
An engineering challenge… with a twist! See if you can design the fastest, strongest car with nothing but noodles (and glue). There will be snacks for all and pasta prizes for the winning car. For ages 8-14 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Thursday, November 21, 2024
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November 21, 2024 -Tech Help
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November 21, 2024 -Computer Literacy
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November 21, 2024 -Feel the Thrill of Driving Electric
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November 21, 2024 -Baby Rhyme Time
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November 21, 2024 -A Little Ol’ Picnic
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November 21, 2024 -Tales for Tots
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November 21, 2024 -Music Night, Route Six Jammers
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November 21, 2024 -Magnet Fun
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November 21, 2024 -Teen Room Drop In
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November 21, 2024 -Art Exploration Series for Kids
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November 21, 2024 -Tween Trivia
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November 21, 2024 -Dungeons and Dragons
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November 21, 2024 -Dr. Ryan Dobbin/ North shore chiropractor
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November 21, 2024 -Meet & Greet East Hants Provincial Election Candidates
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November 21, 2024 -The Fourth Wing Support Group
Tech Help
Is your phone giving you trouble? Or maybe your tablet? Drop by the Maker Lab on Thursday mornings for one-on-one tech help on a first-come, first-served basis! Happy to help with your simple tech needs. Open to all ages. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Computer Literacy
Colchester Adult Learning Association will be hosting a series of computer literacy programs at the Tatamagouche library. Online safety and security Pictures and technology Social Media and Internet Email and Documents Pre register in person or by phone 902 – 657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Feel the Thrill of Driving Electric
Next Ride, a provincial electric transportation education and engagement program operated by the Clean Foundation, will be offering free test drives for electric vehicles and ebikes at the Truro Library. If interested, you can book a time online at www.nextridens.com.
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.
A Little Ol’ Picnic
Even though it’s chilly outside, come on in to the library for a picnic. We will have stories, activities, and snacks. Bring along your own blanket and snack if you like. For ages 0-3 Drop in – Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
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.
Music Night, Route Six Jammers
Hope to see you at the Route Six Jammers meetup! Bring your instrument, three songs (and their keys), and your voice. Be ready to lead a few tunes. No charge to join! This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Magnet Fun
It’s been awhile since we pulled out the magnets. Mark it on your calendar to have some fun playing with magnets. For ages 5-12 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Teen Room Drop In
Come hang out, grab a snack, play Nintendo, or make some art! Ages 13-18 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Art Exploration Series for Kids
We will be offering six different sessions where children can explore and develop the necessary skills of working with their hands in a fun way. Suitable for artists and non-artists alike! All supplies provided. Limit 10 per session October 3rd - Exploring Drawing - registration opens September 19 October 10th - Exploring Painting - - […]
Tween Trivia
For ages 8-12. Join virtually via Zoom, or in person at the library. To participate, register: info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Dungeons and Dragons
Join the action and adventure as we explore fantastic worlds. We are beginner friendly. A safe and inclusive environment. For ages 9-13 To register, email stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Dr. Ryan Dobbin/ North shore chiropractor
Join our Chiropractor Workshop designed for active people! Learn how to prevent injuries, improve mobility, and optimize your performance in sports and daily activities. Stay strong, flexible, and injury-free! This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Meet & Greet East Hants Provincial Election Candidates
A great opportunity to meet your local candidates and ask questions on topics important to you. Join us at the Elmdale library to meet your local candidate This is a drop in program. No registration is required. For details, please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
The Fourth Wing Support Group
Have you read Fourth Wing and Iron Flame? Are you ridiculously anxious waiting for Onyx Storm to be released in January? Do you have theories about Violet and Xaden? Come on in to our Fourth Wing Support Group. For ages 15-99(or older) This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Friday, November 22, 2024
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November 22, 2024 -Fiber Fridays at Tatamagouche Library
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November 22, 2024 -Picture Book Putt-Putt
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November 22, 2024 -Scrabble Squad
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November 22, 2024 -David’s Book Discussion
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November 22, 2024 -Lego Masters
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November 22, 2024 -Maker Lab Open Hours
Fiber Fridays at Tatamagouche Library
Bring your knitting or crochet project, grab a coffee, and enjoy a morning of crafting and conversation with your fellow yarn enthusiasts. Drop in anytime! This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Picture Book Putt-Putt
Fore! The Children's Area will be transformed into a mini golf course. Practice your swing and see if you can sink a hole-in-one! For all ages This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Scrabble Squad
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! All adults 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 Nov we’re reading: Greenwood by Michael Christie and selecting titles for 2025. 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.
Lego Masters
There's no school, so we are pulling out the legos. Plan on coming in for some Lego fun. Ages 5-15 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Maker Lab Open Hours
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, November 23, 2024
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November 23, 2024 -Maker Lab Open Hours
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November 23, 2024 -Storytime
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November 23, 2024 -Holiday Centerpiece
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November 23, 2024 -Toddler Time
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November 23, 2024 -Picture Book Party
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November 23, 2024 -Lego Club
Maker Lab Open Hours
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.
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.
Holiday Centerpiece
Using natural brush and greenery, create and decorate your own centerpiece to take home with you! Supplies provided, but you are welcome to bring your own pot (6 1/2“ diameter) This program is suitable for adults. To register: email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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
Picture Book Party
Help us celebrate Picture Book Month with a great party! Show up in your pajamas, get cozy and enjoy Storytime! All are welcome. This is a drop-in program. Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Lego Club
Build, create, and explore! Lego Club is the perfect place to let your imagination run wild—one brick at a time. For ages 5-99 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Sunday, November 24, 2024
No events on this day.