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 […]
Scavenger Hunt – Travel Edition
Which of these Images have you used on vacation? All Ages. In-person. Drop in: No registration required.
Monday, September 29, 2025
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September 29, 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 30, 2025
No events on this day.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025
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October 1, 2025 -Storytime
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October 1, 2025 -Storytime
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October 1, 2025 -Parents and Tots Story Time and Crafts
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October 1, 2025 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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October 1, 2025 -Social Café
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October 1, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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October 1, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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October 1, 2025 -Author Reading with Marjorie Simmins: In Search of Puffins
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
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.
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.
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! 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 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.
Author Reading with Marjorie Simmins: In Search of Puffins
Join award-winning, local author Marjorie Simmins as she reads from her most recent book In Search of Puffins: Stories of Loss, Light and Flight - a story of grit and determination to find light and purpose again after great loss. Adults, teens. In-person, drop in: no registration necessary.
Thursday, October 2, 2025
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October 2, 2025 -Tech Help: Drop-in Session
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October 2, 2025 -Drop-in Housing Outreach Services with Housing Outreach Society
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October 2, 2025 -Baby Rhyme Time
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October 2, 2025 -Tales for Tots
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October 2, 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, October 3, 2025
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October 3, 2025 -One on One Tech Help
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October 3, 2025 -Scrabble Squad
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October 3, 2025 -Employment Services with Futureworx
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.
Employment Services with Futureworx
Futureworx will be at the Truro Library to provide information about their services and programs. This will be a one-on-one, drop in opportunity to have your questions answered. Adults, teens. In-person, no registration required.
Saturday, October 4, 2025
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October 4, 2025 -Storytime
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October 4, 2025 -Storytime
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October 4, 2025 -Meet the Artist: Lorne Julien
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.
Meet the Artist: Lorne Julien
Lorne Julian is the creator behind the art exhibit Msit No'kmaq, All My Relations running through September and October at the Truro Library. He will be on site to talk with you about his pieces. All ages. Drop-in, no registration required.
Sunday, October 5, 2025
No events on this day.