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, […]
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.
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
Free Income Tax Clinic
File your taxes to get your benefits and credits. If you have a modest income and simple tax situation, volunteers may be able to do your taxes.
Take Home Craft Kits
Kits change on a weekly basis and contain all supplies needed to complete the craft. For preschool and early elementary kids. Drop In: No registration necessary
Scavenger Hunt – Spring
Spring is full of exciting changes in nature, and you'll be searching for them--right here at the library! All ages. In-person: drop-in, no registration necessary.
Teen Hangout
Want some time to hang out with your friends? Come to the library for some teen time with your besties. You get the program room all to yourself with some fun craft supplies and board games. It’s your time, you decide what you want to do. For Teens. In-person. Drop-in: no registration necessary.
Monday, April 27, 2026
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April 27, 2026 -Scrabble Group
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April 27, 2026 -After Hours Family Fort Night
Scrabble Group
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in event. No registration is required.
After Hours Family Fort Night
Stories are so much better in a blanket fort. We provide the building supplies and snacks. You provide the pillow, blanket or stuffed animal. Colchester-East Hants Public Library recognizes the support of the Province of Nova Scotia. We are pleased to work in partnership with the Department of Communities, Culture, Tourism and Heritage to develop […]
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
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April 28, 2026 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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April 28, 2026 -Conversational English
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April 28, 2026 -Caregiver Education Series
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April 28, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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April 28, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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April 28, 2026 -Bingo
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April 28, 2026 -Dungeons and Dragons
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April 28, 2026 -Collage Club
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April 28, 2026 -Adult Crafty Crew – Bird Seed Houses
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April 28, 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.
Caregiver Education Series
A series for family members and care partners of people recently diagnosed with dementia. Participants learn about symptoms of dementia, coping strategies, future planning and community resources. Please call 1-800-611-6345 to register
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 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.
Bingo
Bernie is pulling out the BINGO cards and prizes. Who doesn’t love a few games of BINGO! For school aged children. 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 13-24 Register by phone 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Collage Club
Explore your creative side at the Elmsdale Library with the Collage Club! We're busting out the scissors and glue and cutting up magazines and picture books to assemble a cool piece of art. You can also make postcards, vision boards, zines - whatever you want! Whether you're a seasoned collage pro or just looking to […]
Adult Crafty Crew – Bird Seed Houses
It is the spring version of a gingerbread house! Adults. In-person. 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, April 29, 2026
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April 29, 2026 -Parents and Tots Story Time and Crafts
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April 29, 2026 -Storytime
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April 29, 2026 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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April 29, 2026 -Social Café
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April 29, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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.
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.
Thursday, April 30, 2026
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April 30, 2026 -Baby Rhyme Time
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April 30, 2026 -Drop-in Housing Outreach Services with Housing Outreach Society
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April 30, 2026 -Tales for Tots
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April 30, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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April 30, 2026 -Inclusive Tween Drop-In with Schools Plus
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April 30, 2026 -Food Science
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April 30, 2026 -Read Aloud Book Club- There will be no session on April 9th
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April 30, 2026 -Writers’ Group
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.
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.
Inclusive Tween Drop-In with Schools Plus
Stop by the Teen Room every Thursday afternoon starting April 9 to play games, eat snacks, and hang out. This inclusive drop-in is in partnership with Schools Plus. Parent Navigator Marcia Gamble will be on hand to support parents as needed, as well as Schools Plus outreach workers. For ages 10-14
Food Science
Karri is cooking up some fun things with food. Bring your empty bellies and inquisitive minds to play with food. For school aged children.This is a drop in program.
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
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, May 1, 2026
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May 1, 2026 -First Bites
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May 1, 2026 -One on One Tech Help
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May 1, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
First Bites
This workshop focuses on providing guidance to parents on how to introduce solids to their infants using a baby led feeding approach. This will be facilitated by Maggie’s Place and Nova Scotia Health-Northern Zone Mobile Health and Wellness. Adults and their littles. In person. Register: stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
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.
Saturday, May 2, 2026
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May 2, 2026 -Storytime
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May 2, 2026 -Family Movie Matinee: Zootopia
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 Movie Matinee: Zootopia
Hop on over to the Truro Library for a family movie! Zootopia (rated PG) is the exciting and heartwarming story of a rookie bunny cop and a con artist fox who have to work together to uncover a conspiracy. Snacks provided. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Sunday, May 3, 2026
No events on this day.