Week of Events
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
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 […]
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
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.
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.
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, February 17, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
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February 18, 2025 -Presentation by Nevin Jackson: Exploring Significant Events and People of the “Island”, the Historic Black West Prince Street Neighbourhood
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February 18, 2025 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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February 18, 2025 -Conversational English
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February 18, 2025 -Monthly Craft – Bob Ross Painting
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February 18, 2025 -Dungeons and Dragons
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February 18, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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February 18, 2025 -Maker Lab Fun Time
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February 18, 2025 -Photography Club
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February 18, 2025 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
Presentation by Nevin Jackson: Exploring Significant Events and People of the “Island”, the Historic Black West Prince Street Neighbourhood
Nevin Jackson will walk us through several key historic events, developments, and people that helped shape Truro's Black community. Drop in, no registration required.
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.
Monthly Craft – Bob Ross Painting
Chase away the February blues with some happy little trees. Join us for an afternoon of painting, guided by the one and only Bob Ross. All supplies will be provided, all you need to bring is your creativity! Registration is limited to 10 and opens February 4th. To register email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Dungeons and Dragons
"Join us for an epic Dungeons & Dragons game night! Roll dice, slay monsters, and embark on thrilling adventures with friends. Whether you're a seasoned hero or a curious newbie, there's a spot for you at the table!" For ages 13-24 Pre-Register in person or by phone: (902) 657-3064, or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
Photography Club
Capture the moment and explore your creativity at our Photography Club! Whether you’re using a DSLR, a point-and-shoot, or just your phone, all skill levels are welcome. Share your photos, learn new techniques, and get inspired by fellow photography enthusiasts Adults. 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, February 19, 2025
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February 19, 2025 -Seniors Social Café!
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February 19, 2025 -Storytime
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February 19, 2025 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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February 19, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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February 19, 2025 -Science Lab: The Five Senses
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.
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.
Science Lab: The Five Senses
Think you know the five senses? Think again! Explore with experiments and demonstrations that will change the way you understand your senses. For ages 8-14 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Thursday, February 20, 2025
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February 20, 2025 -Tech Help
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February 20, 2025 -Baby Rhyme Time
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February 20, 2025 -Tales for Tots
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February 20, 2025 -Soup Meal Prepping
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February 20, 2025 -Route Six Jammers
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February 20, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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February 20, 2025 -Read It Out Loud
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.
Soup Meal Prepping
In this program, we will break down how we did our coconut curry soup take and make, including discussing pricing for dried soup meal kits, places to buy ingredients, as well as a basic formula for making custom soups. There will be a variety of ingredients on offer, and each participant will get to make, […]
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.
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.
Read It Out Loud
Picture this: A room full of kids, quietly sipping hot chocolate, nibbling on popcorn, doodling, or relaxing as they listen to the librarian read aloud from a novel. If this sounds like fun, then please join us for Read it Out Loud, a book club for children ages 6-12 To register email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Friday, February 21, 2025
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February 21, 2025 -Scrabble Squad
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February 21, 2025 -Homeschoolers Hangout
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February 21, 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.
Homeschoolers Hangout
Learn and explore at the library! We want to be part of your education experience. In person, drop in. Please call (902) 883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
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, February 22, 2025
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February 22, 2025 -Maker Lab Open Hours
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February 22, 2025 -Storytime
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February 22, 2025 -Soup Meal Prepping
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.
Soup Meal Prepping
In this program, we will break down how we did our coconut curry soup take and make, including discussing pricing for dried soup meal kits, places to buy ingredients, as well as a basic formula for making custom soups. There will be a variety of ingredients on offer, and each participant will get to make, […]
Sunday, February 23, 2025
No events on this day.