Week of Events
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.
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.
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.
Mystery Books!
Visit us at the library to check out a mystery book! Who knows what it could be? It could be a nice surprise. All ages. In Person, drop in. Please call (902) 883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details.
Scavenger Hunt
Children from Winding River Consolidated will create images for the Scavenger Hunt. They will choose their own theme each month. All Ages. Drop In: No registration necessary
Employment Services
Need help getting hired or promoted? Learn to communicate your value and skills. Valerie Manuel, Career Practitioner with Nova Scotia Works and YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth will be available to assist you. Ages 18+. Drop in or Register: valerie.manuel@halifax.ymca.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.
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.
Employment Services
Need help getting hired or promoted? Learn to communicate your value and skills. Valerie Manuel, Career Practitioner with Nova Scotia Works and YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth will be available to assist you. Ages 18+. Drop in or Register: valerie.manuel@halifax.ymca.ca
Hackmatack
The Hackmatack Children’s Choice Book Award is your chance to read a special selection of books and vote for your favourite to win! The Reading Club runs for three months in English and French. Register your child by visiting us at the Elmsdale Library starting January 16th. This program is open to children ages 8-11 […]
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
Employment Services
Need help getting hired or promoted? Learn to communicate your value and skills. Valerie Manuel, Career Practitioner with Nova Scotia Works and YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth will be available to assist you. Ages 18+. Drop in or Register: valerie.manuel@halifax.ymca.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, January 13, 2025
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January 13, 2025 -Scrabble Group
Scrabble Group
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in event. No registration is required.
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
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January 14, 2025 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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January 14, 2025 -Conversational English
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January 14, 2025 -Homeschoolers Haven
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January 14, 2025 -Seniors’ Social – Celebrating Dolly Parton
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January 14, 2025 -Winter Craft Time
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January 14, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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January 14, 2025 -Maker Lab Fun Time
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January 14, 2025 -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 Maggie’s Place, 1027 Prince St. 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.
Seniors’ Social – Celebrating Dolly Parton
Dolly turns 79 years old on January 19th. We will be celebrating a few days early with all things Dolly! Games, cake, music, and costumes. Rhinestones are not required but recommended! Drop in: No registration necessary.
Winter Craft Time
It’s cold outside. Brrrr. Let’s stay in today and make a craft. Bernie has a fun one celebrating winter. Suitable for children ages 5-12 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Teen Room Drop In
Come hang out! Grab a snack, play our Nintendo Switch, challenge your friends to a board game, build with Lego, or make art! Ages 13-18 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.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
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January 15, 2025 -Storytime
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January 15, 2025 -Storytime
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January 15, 2025 -Storytime
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January 15, 2025 -Parents and Tots Story Time and Crafts
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January 15, 2025 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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January 15, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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.
Storytime
Join us for a fun-filled story time at the library! There will be stories, maybe a song or two along with a craft. Ages 2 - 4. In person, drop in. Please call (902) 883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details.
Storytime
Join us for a fun-filled story time at the library! There will be stories, maybe a song or two along with a craft. Ages 2 - 4. In person, drop in. Please call (902) 883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details.
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.
Teen Room Drop In
Come hang out! Grab a snack, play our Nintendo Switch, challenge your friends to a board game, build with Lego, or make art! Ages 13-18 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Thursday, January 16, 2025
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January 16, 2025 -Tech Help
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January 16, 2025 -Baby Rhyme Time
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January 16, 2025 -Tales for Tots
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January 16, 2025 -Fort Building
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January 16, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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January 16, 2025 -Hackmatack Reading Club Launch Party
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January 16, 2025 -Dungeons and Dragons
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.
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.
Fort Building
Who can make the best fort? Using blankets, sheets, and some clothes pins, we are turning our program room into a big fort. 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 our Nintendo Switch, challenge your friends to a board game, build with Lego, or make art! Ages 13-18 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Hackmatack Reading Club Launch Party
The Hackmatack Children’s Choice Book Award is your chance to read a special selection of books and vote for your favourite to win! The Hackmatack Reading Club runs for three months in English and French. Register at the children’s information desk starting January 16 or at our launch party, where there will also be themed […]
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
Friday, January 17, 2025
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January 17, 2025 -Scrabble Squad
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January 17, 2025 -Maker Lab Open Hours
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 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, January 18, 2025
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January 18, 2025 -Maker Lab Open Hours
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January 18, 2025 -Storytime
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January 18, 2025 -Toddler Time
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January 18, 2025 -Handmade from the Heart
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January 18, 2025 -Squirrel Appreciation Day
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January 18, 2025 -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.
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
Handmade from the Heart
Join us for a fun and relaxing card-making workshop where you'll design beautiful, handmade cards for any occasion! Perfect for beginners and seasoned crafters alike, this workshop is all about creativity, connection, and leaving with unique cards to share with loved ones. All supplies included. This is a program for seniors. Pre register in person […]
Squirrel Appreciation Day
Are you enthusiastic about squirrels? Join us at the Stewiacke Community Centre for squirrel-themed crafts, refreshments, and a special appearance by renowned squirrel author, Nancy Rose. She is the author of several books, including 'The Secret Life of Squirrels.' Immerse yourself in her world as she shares her creative process, stories, and props. All Ages. […]
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, January 19, 2025
No events on this day.