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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
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 […]
Monday, January 12, 2026
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January 12, 2026 -Scrabble Group
Scrabble Group
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in event. No registration is required.
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
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January 13, 2026 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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January 13, 2026 -Conversational English
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January 13, 2026 -Homeschoolers Haven
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January 13, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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January 13, 2026 -Seniors’ Social-Get Together
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January 13, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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January 13, 2026 -Games & Gab
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January 13, 2026 -National Rubber Ducky Day
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January 13, 2026 -Dungeons and Dragons
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January 13, 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.
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.
Seniors’ Social-Get Together
A relaxed and enjoyable Seniors’ Social Get-Together! Come along to connect with friends old and new, enjoy light refreshments, and share some laughs in a welcoming, friendly atmosphere. Whether you’re in the mood for conversation, games, or simply good company, this is a wonderful opportunity to socialize and feel part of the community. Everyone is […]
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.
Games & Gab
Join the adult outreach team to play games and get some mental wellness resources! Joint partnership with CEHPL – Elmsdale library and NSHealth. Please call 902-883-9838 or email at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
National Rubber Ducky Day
We are celebrating National Rubber Ducky Day! We are going to have an activity and craft to commemorate all the fun this day deserves. For school aged children. This is a drop in program. Registration is not 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 13-26 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, January 14, 2026
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January 14, 2026 -Hot Sauce Challenge
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January 14, 2026 -Cyber Café by Maggies Place
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January 14, 2026 -Tech Help
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January 14, 2026 -Storytime
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January 14, 2026 -Storytime
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January 14, 2026 -Homeschoolers Hangout
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January 14, 2026 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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January 14, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
Hot Sauce Challenge
Think you can take the heat? Try a range of increasingly hotter hot sauces and see how many you can handle! Chips and treats to help cool down provided. Ages 13-18. In Person. Drop-In, No registration required.
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. .
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.
Storytime
Join us for a fun-filled story time at the library! There will be stories, maybe a song or two along with a craft. Ages 2 - 4. In person, drop in. Please call (902) 883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details.
Homeschoolers Hangout
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
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! 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, January 15, 2026
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January 15, 2026 -Tech Help
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January 15, 2026 -Baby Rhyme Time
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January 15, 2026 -Drop-in Housing Outreach Services with Housing Outreach Society
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January 15, 2026 -Tales for Tots
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January 15, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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January 15, 2026 -Paint Day at the Library!
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January 15, 2026 -Karaoke Fun
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January 15, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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January 15, 2026 -Tween Trivia-The Muppets Editions
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January 15, 2026Snack Attack
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January 15, 2026 -Creative Sprints
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
Baby Rhyme Time
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.
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.
Paint Day at the Library!
Even though it is wintertime, we still can create! Visit us at the library and enjoy a time of painting. We have all the supplies for you! All ages are welcome. For more information, please call 902-883-9838 or email at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Karaoke Fun
Who wants to sing? We are karaoking and would love for you to join us. Pick a favorite song and belt it out! For school aged children. 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.
Tween Trivia-The Muppets Editions
Get ready for laughs, songs, and felt-astic fun! This edition is packed with silly questions, cool facts, and surprising challenges all about the Muppet gang. Whether you’re a superfan or just love jokes and chaos, this trivia game will test your knowledge and tickle your funny bone. Perfect for parties, classrooms, or family game night—because […]
Snack Attack
Join us after school to create and eat some delicious, healthy snacks! Ages 8 - 14. In person. Email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register starting January 6
Creative Sprints
Are you wanting a quiet space to do your homework, write, read, create, or knit while listening to an audio book with your headphones? We will be meeting at the Elmsdale Library for quiet writing sprints. Come as you are! 5:30-7:30pm, with a 15 min refreshment break. This is a program for teens and adults. […]
Friday, January 16, 2026
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January 16, 2026 -One on One Tech Help
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January 16, 2026 -Seniors Social Café!
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January 16, 2026 -Picture Book Junction
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January 16, 2026 -Scrabble Squad
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January 16, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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January 16, 2026 -Bored Games
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January 16, 2026 -Drop-in Creative Writing Group Sessions (SENIORS)
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.
Seniors Social Café!
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.
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.
Bored Games
You can never say you are bored at the library. We have games to play and we are pulling them out for something to do. Grab a friend, come to the library, and beat them in any board game we have in the building. For school aged children. This is a drop in program. No […]
Drop-in Creative Writing Group Sessions (SENIORS)
Do you love to write? The Truro Library is hosting a series of creative writing drop-in sessions, one for seniors, one for adults, and one for teens. Expect writing prompts, dedicated time to write, and the opportunity to share your work, purely optional. As a participant, you help decide the shape of the session. Open […]
Saturday, January 17, 2026
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January 17, 2026 -Sensory Storytime
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January 17, 2026 -Painting with Lise Bureau
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January 17, 2026 -Storytime
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January 17, 2026 -Toddler Time
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January 17, 2026 -Meet the Artist: Brenda Leenders
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January 17, 2026 -Storytime and Craft
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January 17, 2026 -Lego Club
Sensory Storytime
Sensory storytime supports children with autism or sensory processing challenges. This storytime invites children to listen to stories, move around, play with fidget toys, and enjoy the library before we open! For ages 3 and up. To register: email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Painting with Lise Bureau
Join us for a relaxed painting workshop where participants can explore creativity, experiment with colour, and enjoy the process of making art in a welcoming space. This is an adult program. Pre register in person or by phone 902 – 657-3064 or email: tatamago@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.
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
Meet the Artist: Brenda Leenders
Brenda Leenders is the creator behind the art exhibit The Whistler ‘I Spy with My Little Eye’ Scrap Quilt Creations running through January and February at the Truro Library. She will be on site to talk with you about the quilts included in this display. Drop in, no registration required.
Storytime and Craft
Come for stories, songs, and rhymes, then stay for a themed craft! Ages 3+. In person. Drop in, no registration required.
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, January 18, 2026
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