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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
For the Love of Painting
Sean Benton paints in an expressive realist style. His images replicate realism with an emphasis on the elements of art and design. Sean hopes viewers experience familiarity depicted in new ways. The works currently on display vary in subject matter with portraits, landscape, architecture, and still life. All ages. Drop-in. In-person, 2nd Floor Exhibit Area.
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.
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.
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
Earth Day Seed Planting
“Our Power, Our Planet” is this year’s theme for Earth Day. Help us celebrate Earth Day at the library by planting some seeds to take home for your garden. All ages are welcome. This is a drop in program. For more information, please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Monday, April 20, 2026
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April 20, 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, April 21, 2026
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April 21, 2026 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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April 21, 2026 -Conversational English
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April 21, 2026 -Caregiver Education Series
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April 21, 2026 -Homeschoolers Haven
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April 21, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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April 21, 2026 -Dungeons and Dragons
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April 21, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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April 21, 2026 -Photography Club
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April 21, 2026 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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April 21, 2026 -What to Expect When Faced with the Unexpected: Emergency Preparedness with the Canadian Red Cross
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
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.
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
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.
Photography Club
Capture the moment and explore your creativity at our Photography Club! Whether you’re using a DSLR, a point-and-shoot, or just your phone, all skill levels are welcome. Share your photos, learn new techniques, and get inspired by fellow photography enthusiasts Adults. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required
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.
What to Expect When Faced with the Unexpected: Emergency Preparedness with the Canadian Red Cross
The Canadian Red Cross is experienced in helping people deal with the consequences of extreme weather events, natural disasters and unexpected emergency situations. Learn what you will need in the way of supplies to shelter in place safely or leave your home with little notice. All Ages. In-person. No registration required.
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
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April 22, 2026 -Cyber Café by Maggies Place
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April 22, 2026 -Storytime
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April 22, 2026 -Storytime
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April 22, 2026 -The Mind Readers
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April 22, 2026 -The Mind Readers
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April 22, 2026 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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April 22, 2026 -Teen Room Drop In
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April 22, 2026 -Earth Day Seed Bombs
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
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 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
The Mind Readers
We are reading Canadian authors all this year. Drop by the library in April to pick up your copy of Will Ferguson’s The Shoe on the Roof. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
The Mind Readers
We are reading Canadian authors all this year. We are discussing Will Ferguson’s The Shoe on the Roof. Next month’s book will be Son of a Trickster. 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.
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.
Earth Day Seed Bombs
April 22nd is Earth Day! Celebrate by making wildflower seed balls to plant around your garden or yard for pollinators to enjoy. Ages 8-14 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Thursday, April 23, 2026
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April 23, 2026 -Virtual Author Visit : Amanda Oberswain
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April 23, 2026 -Drop-in Housing Outreach Services with Housing Outreach Society
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April 23, 2026 -Baby Rhyme Time
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April 23, 2026 -Tales for Tots
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April 23, 2026 -Virtual Author Visit : Amanda Oberswain(French Version)
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April 23, 2026 -Story time
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April 23, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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April 23, 2026 -Inclusive Tween Drop-In with Schools Plus
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April 23, 2026 -Karaoke Fun
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April 23, 2026 -Read Aloud Book Club- There will be no session on April 9th
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April 23, 2026 -Tween Trivia-Star Wars 2.0
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April 23, 2026 -Branching Out Book Club: Authors With Disabilities
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April 23, 2026 -Wind & Nature Craft Workshop
Virtual Author Visit : Amanda Oberswain
Local author Amanda Oberswain is a children’s science writer and educator who will be reading from her book "Sharing the Planet." Her work inspires big-picture thinking and problem solving in children of all ages. For ages 6+ To register: email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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. […]
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.
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.
Virtual Author Visit : Amanda Oberswain(French Version)
Local author Amanda Oberswain is a children’s science writer and educator who will be reading from her book "Sharing the Planet." Her work inspires big-picture thinking and problem solving in children of all ages. For ages 6+ To register: email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
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
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.
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
Tween Trivia-Star Wars 2.0
Think you know the galaxy far, far away? Join our Star Wars Trivia and test your knowledge of characters, planets, ships, and legendary moments. May the Force be with you! Ages 8-12. In-person or virtual. To participate, register: stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Branching Out Book Club: Authors With Disabilities
Looking for a new book club in the area? Branching Out might be for you! We're a non-traditional book club with a goal: try out books, even if we're not sure we'll like them. In April, we're reading books written by disabled authors. Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more detail
Wind & Nature Craft Workshop
Spend a relaxing evening making a nature-inspired wind charm. This creative workshop will guide participants through designing a decorative piece that can hang in a window, porch, or garden. For adults Pre register in person or by phone 902 – 657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Friday, April 24, 2026
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April 24, 2026 -One on One Tech Help
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April 24, 2026 -First Bites
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April 24, 2026 -Little Funny Pages
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April 24, 2026 -Picture Book Junction
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April 24, 2026 -Scrabble Squad
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April 24, 2026 -Afterschool Survival
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April 24, 2026 -Drop-in Creative Writing Group Sessions (ADULTS+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.
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
Little Funny Pages
Little Funny Pages is coming to the Truro Library! Be part of the fun at Canada’s only festival devoted to books that crack kids up! Two hilarious picture book authors will provide lots of giggles for preschoolers at this free event. Featuring Canadian authors Sarabeth Holden (Benny the Bananasaurus Rex, Sea Snooze) and Lana Button (Brianna Banana, Worst Surprise Ever), this event […]
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.
Drop-in Creative Writing Group Sessions (ADULTS+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, April 25, 2026
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April 25, 2026 -Toddler Time
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April 25, 2026 -Storytime
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April 25, 2026 -Book Beats
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April 25, 2026 -The 745.5 Club (adult crafters)
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April 25, 2026 -Lego Club
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April 25, 2026 -Crochet Club
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
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.
Book Beats
Read books that are also songs, then make a musical instrument to take home with you! For ages 3+ This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
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The 745.5 Club (adult crafters)
Easter is coming so we thought we would try an Easter Craft. You can never have enough bunny crafts.. Register in branch or by email mtuniack@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
Crochet Club
Looking for a cozy place to stitch, chat, and create? Join our Crochet Club! Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just learning your first stitches, everyone is welcome. Bring your current project, share tips and patterns, and enjoy a relaxed time connecting with fellow yarn lovers. Tatianna Grosvenor from Rising Tides Art Society will be […]
Sunday, April 26, 2026
No events on this day.