Week of Events
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 […]
Olympic Winter Games
Join the Mount Uniacke Library as we present CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026! Stop by during open hours to watch events as they happen. Go Team Canada! All ages This is a drop in program. Registration is not required.
Olympic Winter Games
Join the Elmsdale Library as we present CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of the Olympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026! Stop by during open hours to watch events as they happen. Go Team Canada! This is a drop in event. No registration is required.
Community Volunteer Income Tax Program: Appointments
Beginning Mon, Feb 9, volunteers will be taking appointments for income tax preparation on Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm, in person or by phone. This will continue until the end of the tax season or until all slots are full. Call 902-896-4192 for appointments or drop by the library.
Crazy Sock Day!
Come visit us at the library by celebrating one of our winter spirit days, Crazy Sock Day! We want to see your crazy socks! This is a drop in program. Please call 902-883-9838 or email at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Monday, February 16, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, February 17, 2026
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February 17, 2026 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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February 17, 2026 -Conversational English
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February 17, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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February 17, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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February 17, 2026 -Olympics for Kids
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February 17, 2026 -Photography Club
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February 17, 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.
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.
Olympics for Kids
We are doing our own Olympics. Join Bernie for some fun and games. School Age. In-person. Drop-in, no registration 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 18, 2026
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February 18, 2026 -Tech Help
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February 18, 2026 -Storytime
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February 18, 2026 -Parents and Tots Story Time and Crafts
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February 18, 2026 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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February 18, 2026 -Social Café
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February 18, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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February 18, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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February 18, 2026 -Science Studio: Salt
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
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.
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.
Science Studio: Salt
We all know that salt makes food taste better, but did you know that it can also be used for science experiments and art projects? Explore all things salt and enjoy a snack at Science Studio! Ages 8-14
Thursday, February 19, 2026
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February 19, 2026 -Tech Help
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February 19, 2026 -Virtual Author Visit – Illustrator Hatem Aly
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February 19, 2026 -Baby Rhyme Time
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February 19, 2026 -Drop-in Housing Outreach Services with Housing Outreach Society
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February 19, 2026 -Tales for Tots
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February 19, 2026 -Game Social
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February 19, 2026 -Olympic Watch Party
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February 19, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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February 19, 2026 -Read Aloud Book Club- There will be no session on April 9th
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February 19, 2026 -Waldorf Window Stars
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February 19, 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
Virtual Author Visit – Illustrator Hatem Aly
Hatem Aly is an Egyptian-born illustrator who has illustrated many beloved and bestselling books for young people, including The Proudest Blue with Ibtihaj Muhammad and S. K. Ali, The Inquisitor’s Tale with Adam Gidwitz, and the Yasmin series with Saadia Faruqi. Hatem will join us on Zoom from New Brunswick! For ages 5-10 Register by […]
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.
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.
Game Social
Nova Scotia health outreach team is joining in on the North shore Winter Carnival, drop in to play some games and get mental wellness resources! For adults.
Olympic Watch Party
Cheer on Team Canada! We’re hosting an Olympic watch party at the Mount Uniacke Library! Join us as we present CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of the Olympic Winter Games 2026. There will be treats!
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 Aloud Book Club- There will be no session on April 9th
Picture this: A room full of children, 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
Waldorf Window Stars
Create beautiful folded paper stars inspired by Waldorf traditions. These delicate stars celebrate light, creativity, and patience, and make lovely winter decorations for windows or walls. Everyone is welcome to participate. 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, February 20, 2026
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February 20, 2026 -One on One Tech Help
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February 20, 2026 -Employment Services
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February 20, 2026 -Picture Book Junction
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February 20, 2026 -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.
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
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, February 21, 2026
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February 21, 2026 -Art for the Non-artist: Watercolour Painting
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February 21, 2026 -Sensory Friendly Storytime
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February 21, 2026 -Storytime
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February 21, 2026 -Family Minute to Win It: Olympics Edition
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February 21, 2026 -North Shore Seed Swap
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February 21, 2026 -Spin-In with Geraldine
Art for the Non-artist: Watercolour Painting
Join local artist, Jude Caborn, for an introduction to water colour painting and the opportunity to complete a project of your own. All materials are provided. Adults. In-Person. Registration opens February 9th. To register email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Sensory Friendly Storytime
Sensory friendly storytime supports children with autism or sensory processing challenges. Kids are invited to listen to stories, move around, play with fidget toys, and enjoy the library before we open! For ages 3+ To register: email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
Family Minute to Win It: Olympics Edition
It’s Olympics season! Come and test your skills in Minute to Win It games, including Coin Stack, Pencil Toss, Cup Stacking and more. For ages 3+ This is a drop in program. No registration is required
North Shore Seed Swap
Join the North Shore Garden Club for a Seed Swap! Bring seeds to share if you have them — if not, that’s okay too. Everyone is welcome to come, connect, and take home seeds for the growing season. This is a drop-in program. No registration required.
Spin-In with Geraldine
Join our warm and welcoming circle of friends who gather to spin, share, and connect. Whether you’re an experienced spinner or just curious about the craft, bring your wheel (or your curiosity!) and enjoy the rhythmic hum of fiber becoming yarn. There’s laughter, learning, and a touch of old-fashioned magic in every spin. All ages […]
Sunday, February 22, 2026
No events on this day.