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.
From the Pages of…: Art Exhibit by Truro Art Society
Truro Art Society presents “From the Pages of...,” an exhibit of works that draw inspiration from books, perfectly at home in the Library. Explore where literature and art collide! All ages. In person. Drop- in. 2nd Floor Exhibit Area.
Holiday Take and Make Crafts
Special take-and-make craft kits are available for pick up in-branch. While supplies last. Drop-in, no registration required.
Technically Speaking
Is your tablet confusing? Having trouble downloading an app to your phone or don’t know what an app means? Want to learn more about TikTok? Drop into the library with your questions and we can help. All ages are welcome. No registration is required.
No School Drop In
Drop in to the library for some no school fun. We have board games, Legos, and so much more. We will have some odds and ends craft supplies out so you can make a “work of art”. Don’t forget to mark it on your calendar. For school aged children. This is a drop in program. […]
Monday, December 1, 2025
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December 1, 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, December 2, 2025
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December 2, 2025 -Conversational English
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December 2, 2025 -Homeschoolers Haven
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December 2, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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December 2, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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December 2, 2025 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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.
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.
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, December 3, 2025
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December 3, 2025 -Storytime
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December 3, 2025 -Storytime
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December 3, 2025 -Storytime
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December 3, 2025 -Homeschoolers Hangout
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December 3, 2025 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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December 3, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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December 3, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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December 3, 2025 -Science Studio: The Five Senses
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
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
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.
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
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 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.
Science Studio: The Five Senses
Explore your five senses with strange snacks, science experiments, and arts and crafts! For ages 8-14 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Thursday, December 4, 2025
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December 4, 2025 -Baby Rhyme Time
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December 4, 2025 -Holiday Puppet Show
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December 4, 2025 -Drop-in Housing Outreach Services with Housing Outreach Society
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December 4, 2025 -Tales for Tots
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December 4, 2025 -Holiday Puppet Show
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December 4, 2025 -Teen Room Drop In
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.
Holiday Puppet Show
‘Tis the season for a puppet show! The library puppets have a fun and festive performance made for the holiday season! For all ages. No registration required.
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. […]
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.
Holiday Puppet Show
‘Tis the season for a puppet show! The library puppets have a fun and festive performance made for the holiday season! For all ages. 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, December 5, 2025
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December 5, 2025 -One on One Tech Help
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December 5, 2025 -Picture Book Junction
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December 5, 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.
Picture Book Junction
Fun and Interactive! Share the magic of stories, songs and crafts. 3-5 years old with a caregiver. Drop In: No registration necessary
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, December 6, 2025
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December 6, 2025 -Storytime
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December 6, 2025 -Storytime
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December 6, 2025 -Holiday Puppet Show
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December 6, 2025 -Teacup Gnomes
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December 6, 2025 -Lego Club
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December 6, 2025 -Holiday Puppet Show
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.
Holiday Puppet Show
‘Tis the season for a puppet show! The library puppets have a fun and festive performance made for the holiday season! All ages are welcome This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Teacup Gnomes
Whimsical holiday gnomes made using festive teacups—cute, cozy, and perfect for seasonal décor. This program is for seniors. Pre register in person or by phone 902 – 657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
Holiday Puppet Show
‘Tis the season for a puppet show! The library puppets have a fun and festive performance made for the holiday season! All ages are welcome This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Sunday, December 7, 2025
No events on this day.