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Here’s a novel idea– join the CEHPL Winter Reading Program!

About the Winter Reading Program

The more books you read, the more chances you have to win great prizes (including a Samsung Galaxy Tab A)! The program runs from January 31 to March 4 and all ages are welcome to join. Get your mitts on a good book!

How to Participate

• No registration is required– simply checkout Library materials between January 31-March 4.
• You receive one ballot for every checkout.
• Use our Digital Library? No problem! Complete your checkout via Libby/OverDrive, hoopla, or RBDigital, and then email us at info@cehpubliclibrary.ca with your name and phone number/email to receive your ballot entry.

Questions? Call your local branch today for more information.

Mark your calendars! In December, our Library open hours are different than usual.

Holiday Hours

• Saturday, December 24 – Closing at 1:00pm
• Sunday, December 25 – Closed
• Monday, December 26 – Closed
• Tuesday, December 27 – Truro Library Closed (Christmas Day observance); All other locations open.
• Saturday, December 31 – Closing at 1:00pm
• Sunday, January 1 – Closed
• Monday, January 2 (New Year’s Day observance) – Closed

Every December 3 is International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD). On this day, we work to increase awareness and understanding of disability issues and the importance of the dignity, rights, well-being, and integration of people with disabilities in all aspects of life.

For IDPWD this year, Colchester-East Hants Public Library will be highlighting accessible resources in-branch and on our social media and website over the next two weeks.

We have also created an IDPWD reading list: International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2022. This is a collection of books for adult readers that centre and celebrate the lives and experiences of people with disabilities.

Accessibility at Colchester-East Hants Public Library

Earlier this year, the Interregional Advisory Committee for Library Accessibility (IACLA) released the multi-year IACLA Accessibility Plan for six regional libraries, including Colchester-East Hants Public Library. Read the full plan.

Find more resources and information about accessibility at Colchester-East Hants Public Library at lovemylibrary.ca/accessibility

Feedback

We want to hear from you! If you experience an accessibility issue with one of our services or locations, or if you have any feedback or questions about accessibility, please contact our Admin Office (902) 895 – 0235 or complete this form.

To solve today’s problems, we need to embrace new ways of thinking. The Voices for Change speaker series is an exiting new initiative designed to elevate and amplify the stories and perspectives of everyday people and professionals making an impact on social justice issues and environmental action. Colchester-East Hants Public Library will invite thought-leaders to share their insights, ideas, experiences, and viewpoints, so that together we can build a better, more equitable, Nova Scotia.

Beginning in 2023, the series will span 8-10 months and will feature a hybrid of virtual and in-person sessions across our region. Please take a few minutes to complete short, 4-question survey and let us know what you would like to see from Voices for Change.

Never miss a hold notice – Text Message Notifications are here!

Would you like a quick, easy way to find out when your holds are ready to pick up? Same Page now gives patrons the option to receive text/SMS alerts straight to their mobile device.

Text Message Notifications are a way for you to be notified that items you have requested to be held for you have arrived at the pickup location.

How Do I Sign Up?
To opt in, visit your favourite library location today!

Important Notes about Text Message Notifications:

• Please do not attempt to reply to the text message – we will not be able to receive any texts sent back to us.
• Standard text messaging rates may apply. This is based on your phone service plan and not the responsibility of the Library.
• Text messages do not stop other notification methods. Text notice messages are sent in addition to the email or phone notices that you may already be receiving.

Need more help? Please contact the Library if you have any other questions.

Remembrance Day Holiday Hours

• On Friday, November 11, all locations and services, at Colchester-East Hants Public Library will be closed for the Remembrance Day holiday.

Check out the location page for your local library to plan your next visit.

All locations and departments of Colchester-East Hants Public Library will be closed while our staff participates in professional development training on Tuesday, November 8.

All locations and departments of Colchester-East Hants Public Library will be closed for the Thanksgiving Day holiday on Monday, October 10.

All locations and departments of Colchester-East Hants Public Library will be closed for the National Day of Truth & Reconciliation holiday on Friday, September 30.

All locations of Colchester-East Hants Public Library will be closed on Monday, September 19 for Queen Elizabeth II’s commemoration holiday.