What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in event. No registration is required.

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.

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.

All prizes will be holiday themed and wrapped for an extra surprise! This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

We have bought new games and want you to try them out. Join us for some fun playing our giant size Candyland, Chutes and Ladders, and Twister. We also have a couple new etch and sketches to play with while you are visiting the library. Suitable for ages 5-12 This is a drop in program. […]

Make your afternoon a little more fun! 🌞 Join us for a relaxed board game social, filled with laughs, snacks, and plenty of games. Perfect for unwinding and making new friends! Make your afternoon a little more fun! 🌞 Join us for a relaxed board game social, filled with laughs, snacks, and plenty of games. […]

Come hang out, grab a snack, play Nintendo, or make some art! Ages 13-18 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

2024 is almost over and we’re getting a head start on 2025 by making a vision board of the goals we have for ourselves in this upcoming year. If you’ve not made a vision board before it’s simple –you cut out images and words from old books and magazines to collage them together to create […]

Role-playing game nights with extraordinary people! We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination. No experience needed. All welcome! Register to play by emailing: HAATruro@gmail.com Sorry, no drop-in players at this time.

Join us for a festive ornament painting workshop! Create your own beautiful, hand-painted holiday decorations in a fun, relaxed atmosphere. All materials provided – just bring your creativity Adults event. In person. Pre-register in person or by phone  902 – 657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca

Come on in and explore. Program robots, create circuits, build with magnetic tiles, and more! All ages are welcome This is a drop-in and no registration is required.

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.

Winter can be long and cold, so a hot drink never goes amiss! Join us and create your own mulling jar—a collection of holiday spices to with which to make your own cider at home. As a winter gift for a loved one or a personal pick-me-up these mulling jars will help to unlearn helplessness […]

Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

Come in for a coffee or tea and share a story or two with your friends. Light refreshments available. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

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.

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

Come hang out, grab a snack, play Nintendo, or make some art! Ages 13-18 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

Bring your friends and your appetite to the Teen Room for an hour of food and fun. For ages 13-18 This is a drop in program. Registration is not required.

Want to join a book club where you don’t have to talk to others. Bring a book or come early and check out a book. We will make sure it is quiet to read for the hour. Suitable for all ages. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

Is your phone giving you trouble? Or maybe your tablet? Drop by the Maker Lab on Thursday mornings for one-on-one tech help on a first-come, first-served basis! Happy to help with your simple tech needs. Open to all ages. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

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.

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.

‘Tis the season for a puppet show! The library puppets have a fun and festive performance made for the holiday season!  All ages are welcome This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

Bring the kids for a fun holiday craft workshop! They'll enjoy making festive creations to celebrate the season, with all materials provided for a joyful, hands-on experience In Person. Ages 7-14. Pre-Register in person or by phone: (902) 657-3064, or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca

Stop by for warm apple cider, snacks, music and crafts. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

Come hang out, grab a snack, play Nintendo, or make some art! Ages 13-18 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

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.

Fun and Interactive! Share the magic of stories, songs and crafts. 3-5 years old with a caregiver. Drop In: No registration necessary

Need  help with a computer, tablet or phone?  We can help. This is an adult program. Pre register in person or by phone 902 – 657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca

Learn and explore at the library! We want to be part of your education experience. In person, drop in. Please call (902) 883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details

What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! All adults welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

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.

Come on in and explore. Program robots, create circuits, build with magnetic tiles, and more! All ages are welcome This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

Grab the glue, glitter, and googly eyes to create holiday decorations, cards, and more! For ages 4 and up. This is a drop in program. Registration is not required.

Come on in and explore. Program robots, create circuits, build with magnetic tiles, and more! All ages are welcome This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. For pre-schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

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

Each Saturday of the month before the holidays we are crafting. Join us to make your own festive craft. December 7th we are trying our hands at a centerpiece. On December 14th we are doing a Christmas tree. Register in branch or by email mtuniack@cehpubliclibrary.ca