Week of Events
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
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.
Tech Help: Drop-in Sessions & One-on-One Appointments
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? Our Digital Literacy Trainer is here to answer your tech questions! To book an appointment, or for more information, please visit our front desk, […]
The Whistler ‘I Spy with My Little Eye’ Scrap Quilt Creations
Stop by the 2nd Floor Exhibit area to see The Whistler ‘I Spy with My Little Eye’ Scrap Quilt Creations, a unique and vibrant fiber works exhibit by Brenda Leenders! Each quilt has its own story and invites wonder and curiosity. Look for hidden objects in her "Whistler ‘I Spy with My Little Eye’ Scrap […]
Monday, January 19, 2026
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January 19, 2026 -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 20, 2026
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January 20, 2026 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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January 20, 2026 -Conversational English
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January 20, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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January 20, 2026 -Dungeons and Dragons
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January 20, 2026 -Storycrafters
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January 20, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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January 20, 2026 -Family Night at the Library
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January 20, 2026 -Teen Hangout
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January 20, 2026 -Teen Hang Out
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January 20, 2026 -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. Call Maggie’s Place at 902-895-0200 to register. 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.
Afterschool Survival
Time to unwind, get your homework done, play on the computer, or just hang out with your friends. For ages 8-15 This is a drop in program. 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 13-26 Register by phone 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Storycrafters
Bernie has a story and a craft she wants to share with you. In November, she a special story to read to you. The craft after will need creativity, so bring lots. For school aged children. 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.
Family Night at the Library
Unwind with us on a Tuesday evening as our days are getting shorter. Grab a hot drink and dive into some games and crafts or simply grab a book to read! This program is open to all ages. This is a drop in program. Please call 902-883-9838 or email at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Teen Hangout
Looking for a chill spot to hang out with friends? Come to Teen Hangout at the library — a place just for you! We’ll have music, games, and plenty of time to relax, laugh, and unwind. And yes… there will be PIZZA For ages 13-18 Register:stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Teen Hang Out
Looking for a chill spot to hang out with friends? Come to Teen Hangout at the library — a place just for you! We’ll have music, games, and plenty of time to relax, laugh, and unwind. And yes… there will be PIZZA 13-18. Register:stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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 21, 2026
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January 21, 2026 -Tech Help
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January 21, 2026 -Parents and Tots Story Time and Crafts
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January 21, 2026 -Storytime
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January 21, 2026 -Seniors’ Craft Time
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January 21, 2026 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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January 21, 2026 -Social Café
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January 21, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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January 21, 2026 -Escape Room
Tech Help
Experiencing tech troubles with your phone, tablet, or computer? Would you like to learn how to access FREE ebooks, audiobooks, movies, and music online using your library card? Give us a call today! To book an appointment, please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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 January 24,28,and 31. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Seniors’ Craft Time
Join us for an hour of crafting and conversation. All materials provided. 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! 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.
Escape Room
Discover clues, decipher codes, and solve puzzles. Can you beat the time and break out? For ages 8-14 This is a drop in program. No registration is required, but space is limited.
Thursday, January 22, 2026
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January 22, 2026 -Tech Help
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January 22, 2026 -Baby Rhyme Time
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January 22, 2026 -Drop-in Housing Outreach Services with Housing Outreach Society
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January 22, 2026 -Tales for Tots
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January 22, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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January 22, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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January 22, 2026Pop-up Craft
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January 22, 2026BINGO!
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January 22, 2026 -Adult Craft Time
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January 22, 2026 -Writers’ Group
Tech Help
Experiencing tech troubles with your phone, tablet, or computer? Would you like to learn how to access FREE ebooks, audiobooks, movies, and music online using your library card? Give us a call today! To book an appointment, please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
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.
Afterschool Survival
Time to unwind, get your homework done, play on the computer, or just hang out with your friends. For ages 8-15 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.
Pop-up Craft
We have a quick fun craft to try. Come to the program room at 3pm to join in on the fun of making washer necklaces.. School Age. In-person, drop in: no registration required.
BINGO!
An hour full of fun, laughter and awesome prizes! Bring your friends, grab a card and see who can shout BINGO first. Ages 8 - 14. In person. To register, email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca starting January 6th.
Adult Craft Time
A relaxed, hands-on session where adults can explore creativity, try new materials, and enjoy making something unique in a fun, social setting. For all adults. Pre register in person or by phone 902 – 657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Writers’ Group
Discover a community of writers at the library! Our Writer’s Group provides a relaxed, encouraging environment to discuss works-in-progress, explore writing prompts, and grow your craft. Bring your notebook, your ideas, and your love of words. This is an adult program. This is an adult program. No registration is required.
Friday, January 23, 2026
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January 23, 2026 -One on One Tech Help
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January 23, 2026 -Picture Book Junction
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January 23, 2026 -Scrabble Squad
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January 23, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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January 23, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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.
Afterschool Survival
Time to unwind, get your homework done, play on the computer, or just hang out with your friends. For ages 8-15 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Afterschool Survival
National Handwriting Day falls on January 23rd and we are celebrating the fine art of handwriting. Let’s put pen to paper and see what we get. For ages 8-15 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Saturday, January 24, 2026
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January 24, 2026 -Family Literacy Day – Make Mealtime Family Learning Time
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January 24, 2026 -Adult Journaling
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January 24, 2026 -Video Game Club
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January 24, 2026 -Drop-in Creative Writing Group Sessions (ADULTS)
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January 24, 2026 -Family Literacy Day
Family Literacy Day – Make Mealtime Family Learning Time
Colchester Adult Learning Association, Centre Communautaire francophone de Truro, Colchester Food Network, and the Colchester-East Hants Public Library invite you to celebrate Family Literacy Day! Enjoy a morning filled with music, crafts, story readings, snacks, and amazing door prizes as we come together to celebrate the joy of reading and Making Mealtime Family Learning Time. […]
Adult Journaling
We are going to try our hand at water color painting and journaling. We have all the supplies for this project. It will be an ongoing program to be decided by the group. Registration is limited so be sure to sign up soon. This is an adult program. Register in branch or by email mtuniack@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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
Drop-in Creative Writing Group Sessions (ADULTS)
Do you love to write? The Truro Library is hosting a series of creative writing drop-in sessions, one for seniors, one for adults, and one for teens. Expect writing prompts, dedicated time to write, and the opportunity to share your work, purely optional. As a participant, you help decide the shape of the session. Open […]
Family Literacy Day
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of stories, activities, and together-time that celebrates the joy of reading and learning as a family. Families of all ages are invited to explore books and discover simple ways to make literacy part of everyday life. Come read, play, and learn together—we can’t wait to see you! All ages […]
Sunday, January 25, 2026
No events on this day.