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.
Monday, May 25, 2026
No events on this day.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026
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May 26, 2026 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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May 26, 2026 -Caregiver Education Series
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May 26, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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May 26, 2026 -Let’s Play Cards
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May 26, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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May 26, 2026 -Learn The Library
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May 26, 2026 -Collage Club
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May 26, 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.
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.
Let’s Play Cards
Do you want to play cards? Want to learn a new game of cards? Bernie is our card master and wants to show you a fun new game.. For school aged children. 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.
Learn The Library
New to the Colchester-East Hants Public Library, or looking for a refresher before Summer Reading Club kicks off? Come learn how to use your local library. Get a tour, learn how to search for materials and place holds, and have some fun finding materials! Age 5-12, email to register. For ages 5-12 To register email: […]
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 […]
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 27, 2026
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May 27, 2026 -Storytime
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May 27, 2026 -Social Café
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May 27, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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May 27, 2026 -Teen: After School Snacks with Nova Scotia Health
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.
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: After School Snacks with Nova Scotia Health
Join us in the Teen Room to make and eat a delicious, nutritious after-school snack with Nova Scotia Health, and learn more about ways to promote wellness in your everyday life! For ages 13-18 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Thursday, May 28, 2026
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May 28, 2026 -Tales for Tots
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May 28, 2026 -Aging in Place Workshop Series
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May 28, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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May 28, 2026 -Inclusive Tween Drop-In with Schools Plus
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May 28, 2026 -Food Science
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May 28, 2026 -Snack Attack
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.
Aging in Place Workshop Series
This is an educational 4-part series provided by Remember When Health Care on how to make your home safe, accessible, and sustainable for the long term. To register, please visit the RW Health Care website http://www.rwhc.ca/workshops
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. Karri plans to try making edible stained glass with your help. For school aged children. Register in branch or by email mtuniack@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Snack Attack
Join us after school to create and eat some delicious, healthy snacks! Ages 8 - 14. In person. Email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Friday, May 29, 2026
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May 29, 2026 -One on One Tech Help
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May 29, 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.
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 30, 2026
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May 30, 2026 -Storytime
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May 30, 2026 -Let’s Buzz About Bugs
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May 30, 2026 -Video Game 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.
Let’s Buzz About Bugs
Did you know that there are more insects on Earth than any other kind of animal — more than 200 million for each human on the planet! Join local bug expert Paul Manning for hands-on activities and books that will inspire you to dig deep into facts about insects and their roles in our lives. […]
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
Sunday, May 31, 2026
No events on this day.