Week of Events
Offering Wireless Printing
We now offer wireless printing directly from your personal device. Cost for printing services is 0.20 cents per black and white page, and 0.50 cents per colour page.
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
Msit No’kmaq, All My Relations: Art Exhibit by Lorne Julien
Lorne Julien is a proud Mi'kmaw artist and member of Millbrook First Nation, We'kopekitk, Nova Scotia. He specializes in contemporary Indigenous acrylic paintings and murals. He believes that incorporating Indigenous art in public spaces is a simple act of reconciliation and moving forward in a spirit of mutual respect and understanding. His intention is to […]
Monday, September 15, 2025
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September 15, 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, September 16, 2025
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September 16, 2025 -Conversational English
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September 16, 2025 -Dungeons and Dragons
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September 16, 2025 -Autumn Sunflower Art
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September 16, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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September 16, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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September 16, 2025 -Paws to Read ®
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September 16, 2025 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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September 16, 2025 -Cuba – Through the Lens of Stephan Hederich
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September 16, 2025 -Crafty Crew-DIY Photo Stand
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.
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
Autumn Sunflower Art
Design your own sunflower using oil pastels to add to your art collection! For children and teens. This is a drop in program. Please call 902-883-9838 or email at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Teen Room Drop In
Come hang out after school! 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.
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.
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 […]
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.
Cuba – Through the Lens of Stephan Hederich
Born in Germany and now based between Nova Scotia and Cologne, Stephan is an accomplished photographer known for his striking analog work that explores culture, architecture, and everyday life with a unique eye for detail. Stephan takes you on a visual journey through Cuba, capturing the spirit of the island with timeless black-and-white imagery.
Crafty Crew-DIY Photo Stand
3 simple items will help you make something beautiful to hold a special photo or recipe. How to Participate To register email stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
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September 17, 2025 -Storytime
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September 17, 2025 -Parents and Tots Story Time and Crafts
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September 17, 2025 -Storytime
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September 17, 2025 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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September 17, 2025 -Social Café
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September 17, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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September 17, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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September 17, 2025 -Teen Room: After School Snacks
Storytime
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. Please note there will be no Storytime on January 24,28,and 31. 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.
Storytime
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. Please note there will be no Storytime on December 24, 27, and 31. 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 Café
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. In person, drop in. For more details call us at (902) 883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Teen Room Drop In
Come hang out after school! 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.
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.
Teen Room: After School Snacks
Make an energy-packed snack and enjoy it in the teen room! For ages 13-18 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Thursday, September 18, 2025
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September 18, 2025 -Tech Help: Drop-in Session
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September 18, 2025 -Drop-in Housing Outreach Services with Housing Outreach Society
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September 18, 2025 -Baby Rhyme Time
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September 18, 2025 -Tales for Tots
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September 18, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
Tech Help: Drop-in Session
Experiencing tech troubles with your phone, tablet, computer, or the library computers? Would you like to learn how to access FREE eBooks, audiobooks, movies, and music online using your library card? Take advantage of our free tech help to solve your problems and become more comfortable with the digital world. Adults. In-person. Drop in: no […]
Drop-in Housing Outreach Services with Housing Outreach Society
Workers from the Truro Housing Outreach Society will be at the library to offer housing and outreach support services for folks experiencing homelessness and/or housing insecurity. This can include access to survival supplies, client case management and care plans, assistance with rental and subsidy applications, sending paperwork to agencies, and interfacing with landlords. Adults. In-person. […]
Baby Rhyme Time
Bring your little one to Baby Rhyme Time—a fun, interactive session filled with songs, rhymes, and snuggly story moments. Perfect for babies and their caregivers! 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.
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.
Friday, September 19, 2025
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September 19, 2025 -One on One Tech Help
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September 19, 2025 -Scrabble Squad
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.
Scrabble Squad
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! All adults welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Saturday, September 20, 2025
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September 20, 2025 -Storytime
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September 20, 2025 -Storytime
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September 20, 2025 -Storytime & Craft
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September 20, 2025 -Tile coaster painting
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September 20, 2025 -EMBRACE Storytime & Craft
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September 20, 2025 -Video Game Club
Storytime
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. Please note there will be no Storytime on December 24, 27, and 31. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. 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. Please note there will be no Storytime on January 24,28,and 31. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Storytime & Craft
Come in for Saturday morning stories and stay for a craft! For ages 3 and up This is a drop in program. Registration is not required.
Tile coaster painting
Unwind and get creative while painting your own custom tile coasters. Experiment with colors, patterns, and designs to craft a set that’s both functional and uniquely yours. This is an adult program. Pre register in person or by phone 902 – 657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
EMBRACE Storytime & Craft
Embrace stands for “Everyone Makes a Better, Respectful, Accepting, Creative Environment. Drop in for a story, dedicated to a celebration of Truro’s diversity and culture and stay for a craft! for ages 3+ This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Video Game Club
Join us once a month to play games like Mario Kart and Super Smash Bros, sample some indie games, trade Pokémon, and catch the latest in gaming news - all at your local library! For tweens/teens In-Person, drop in – For more information, please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Sunday, September 21, 2025
No events on this day.