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 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
Wild: Burned into Being, Art Exhibit by Donna Vigliucci
Pyrography simply means writing with fire. It is a captivating process that combines drawing, writing, and pattern-making, using heat to mark the surface. Inspired by nature and the wildlife around us, each piece in this exhibit captures elements of the natural world through line, texture, and controlled temperature. In-person, drop-in, 2nd Floor Exhibit Area
Monday, May 4, 2026
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May 4, 2026 -Scrabble Group
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May 4, 2026 -Star Wars Day Film
Scrabble Group
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in event. No registration is required.
Star Wars Day Film
May the 4th be with you! Come celebrate Star Wars Day at the library with a showing of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (Rated PG-13). All ages. Drop-In No Registration Required.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
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May 5, 2026 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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May 5, 2026 -Conversational English
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May 5, 2026 -Homeschoolers Haven
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May 5, 2026 -Caregiver Education Series
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May 5, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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May 5, 2026 -Clove Creations: Exploring a Versatile Spice(CANCELLED)
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May 5, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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May 5, 2026 -Dungeons and Dragons
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May 5, 2026 -Dungeons and Dragons
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May 5, 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.
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.
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.
Clove Creations: Exploring a Versatile Spice(CANCELLED)
Discover the rich aroma and surprising versatility of ground cloves. Sample ideas and learn practical tips you can try at home. Each participant will also receive a jar of ground cloves to take home, as well as a recipe book. This is a program for adults. Drop In: No registration necessary
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.
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
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
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, May 6, 2026
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May 6, 2026 -Fort Building Morning
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May 6, 2026 -Cyber Café by Maggies Place
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May 6, 2026 -Storytime
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May 6, 2026 -Storytime
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May 6, 2026 -Food Label Reading Workshop
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May 6, 2026 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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May 6, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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May 6, 2026 -Mario Kart Night
Fort Building Morning
Bring the whole crew for a morning of creativity, teamwork, and cozy fun as you design and build your very own epic forts. Will yours be a castle, a spaceship, or the ultimate secret hideout? Once the forts are up, crawl inside for stories, snacks, and plenty of laughs. Colchester-East Hants Public Library recognizes the […]
Cyber Café by Maggies Place
We are offering assistance in navigating online resources and forms. Healthy snacks and drinks available. Supervised kids corner This is an adult program. This is a drop in program. No registration is required. .
Storytime
Join us for a fun-filled Storytime at the library! There will be stories, maybe a song or two along with a craft For children 2-4. This is a drop in program. No registration is required. 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.
Food Label Reading Workshop
Learn how to read food labels, understand the numbers and focus on the nutrients that matter for your health. Yue Li, Dietitian Northern Zone Mobile Health and Wellness Team. This is an adult/seniors program. Pre register in person or by phone 902 – 657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
Mario Kart Night
Ready, set, go! Get ready for an hour of high-speed action as we take turns racing around the tracks in Mario Kart. Join the race, have fun and make new friends along the way! For ages 8-14 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Thursday, May 7, 2026
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May 7, 2026 -Drop-in Housing Outreach Services with Housing Outreach Society
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May 7, 2026 -Tales for Tots
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May 7, 2026 -Build & Play
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May 7, 2026 -Story time
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May 7, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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May 7, 2026 -Bloom & Paint: Flower Pot Workshop
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.
Build & Play
Stop in and build something amazing from a variety of building materials. We have GraviTrax, Magna-Tiles, LEGO, Keva Planks, and more! This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Story time
Come along and enjoy an hour of fun filled story time and craft. For preschool aged children 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.
Bloom & Paint: Flower Pot Workshop
Create and decorate your own flower pot with fun designs and colours. Add a small handmade touch alongside your pot to turn it into a thoughtful Mother’s Day gift. For ages 8-14 Pre register in person or by phone 902 – 657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Friday, May 8, 2026
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May 8, 2026 -Drop-in Creative Writing Group Sessions (TEENS)
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May 8, 2026 -One on One Tech Help
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May 8, 2026 -One on One Tech Help
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May 8, 2026 -Picture Book Junction
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May 8, 2026 -Scrabble Squad
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May 8, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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May 8, 2026 -Fickle Friday- Karri’s Big Adventure
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May 8, 2026 -After Hours Family Fort Building
Drop-in Creative Writing Group Sessions (TEENS)
Do you love to write? The Truro Library is hosting creative writing drop-in sessions. Expect writing prompts, dedicated time to write, and the opportunity to share your work if you so choose. Open to writers of all levels of experience and genres! Teens. In-person. Drop-in; no registration required.
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.
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.
Fickle Friday- Karri’s Big Adventure
Karri has a surprise. She won’t share it until you get here. Trust us, it’s going to be fun and delicious. For school aged children. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
After Hours Family Fort Building
We are having a fun fort building night for families. Come to the library after hours to make some forts, play some games, and eat some snacks. Families need to register. Space is limited. Colchester-East Hants Public Library recognizes the support of the Province of Nova Scotia. We are pleased to work in partnership with […]
Saturday, May 9, 2026
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May 9, 2026 -Storytime
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May 9, 2026 -Toddler Time
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May 9, 2026 -Lego Club
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.
Toddler Time
Come and enjoy story time at the library. A great way for your little one to make new friends. For children ages 0-2 This is a drop-in program. Please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
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.
Sunday, May 10, 2026
No events on this day.