Week of Events
Blind Date with a Book
We want to set you up with the book of your dreams, featuring books with sharp and witty profiles better than anything you’ll find on Tinder. Blind Date with a Book is your chance to peruse a display of discreetly wrapped books and their descriptive tags. You’re sure to find one that quickens your pulse. […]
Take Home Craft Kits
Kits change on a weekly basis and contain all supplies needed to complete the craft. Suitable For Preschool and early elementary children. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
NS Heritage 3D Museum Tours
We will have dedicated stations for people to come in and tour these museums virtually. A collection of immersive 360 degree tours of popular heritage and culture sites that feature Canadian history developed by the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia along with content 3D scanning developer Smarter Spaces. This project will provide a greater […]
Take Home Craft Kits
Weekly take-and-make craft kits are available for pick up in-branch. For preschool and early elementary children. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Every Child Matters – Finding a Way Forward Project, an art exhibit at the Truro Library
The Rug Hooking Guild of Nova Scotia commissioned five Indigenous artists from New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia to produce rug hooking designs that honour the Indigenous children who suffered and died in Residential Schools and to honour the survivors who were taken from their families and culture. These mats have been offered […]
Monday, February 27, 2023
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February 27, 2023 -Scrabble Group
Scrabble Group
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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February 28, 2023 -Conversational English
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February 28, 2023 -Adult Colouring Night
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February 28, 2023 -Virtual Author Reading: Sharon Robart-Johnson
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February 28, 2023 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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 program. No registration is required.
Adult Colouring Night
A great way to spend an evening! Chill out to some music, relax as you colour, and de-stress. Materials provided. Have your own supplies? Feel free to bring your own! Drop-in, no registration required.
Virtual Author Reading: Sharon Robart-Johnson
In honour of African Heritage Month, join us online to listen to Sharon Robart-Johnson read from her book Jude and Diana that chronicles two enslaved sisters in nineteenth century Nova Scotia. To register, please call 902-895-4183 or email info@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, March 1, 2023
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March 1, 2023 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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March 1, 2023 -Satellite Library Visit: Kennetcook Fire Hall
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. For adults This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Satellite Library Visit: Kennetcook Fire Hall
Meet us at the Kennetcook Fire Hall where you can browse and borrow materials, sign up for a Library card, and hear about our upcoming programs!
Thursday, March 2, 2023
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March 2, 2023 -Crafty Story Time
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March 2, 2023 -Photography Club
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March 2, 2023 -Ukulele Night with Lyn(beginners welcome)
Crafty Story Time
Come along and enjoy an hour of fun filled story and craft time. For ages 3-5 To register call 902-883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Photography Club
“A photograph is an opportunity to keep a moment forever.”….Destin Sparks. Learn some tips and tricks with local photographers, including Al Eastman. All adults are welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required
Ukulele Night with Lyn(beginners welcome)
Learn to play the Ukelele in 8 weeks. This is an ongoing program, but beginners are welcome to join. All ages welcome. Registration by phone 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Friday, March 3, 2023
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March 3, 2023 -One on One Tech Help
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March 3, 2023 -Employment Services
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March 3, 2023 -Scrabble Squad
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March 3, 2023 -Walking Club
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. Please call 902-883-9838 or email at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca to book an appointment
Employment Services
Need help getting hired or promoted? Learn to communicate your value and skills. Valerie Manuel, Career Practitoner with Nova Scotia Works and YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth will be available to assist you. For ages 16+ Drop In or register at valerie.manuel@halifax.ymca.ca
Scrabble Squad
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends. All adults welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Walking Club
Mind your distance! Strava will map our walk, record distance and provide a satellite image.Meet at the library at 2 and enjoy a walk around town. All adults welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Saturday, March 4, 2023
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March 4, 2023 -Opening Ceremony for the Every Child Matters – Finding a Way Forward project Art Exhibit
Opening Ceremony for the Every Child Matters – Finding a Way Forward project Art Exhibit
The Rug Hooking Guild of Nova Scotia commissioned five Indigenous artists from New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia to produce rug hooking designs that honour the Indigenous children who suffered and died in Residential Schools and to honour the survivors who were taken from their families and culture. These mats have been offered […]
Sunday, March 5, 2023
No events on this day.