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.
Enjoy a scavenger hunt with the library. All ages are welcome to participate. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
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 […]
Find the 12 flower pictures hidden around the library. How many can you name? All ages are welcome to participate. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Curious about space and our solar system? Explore at the library with a scavenger hunt. All ages are welcome to participate. Drop in – call 902-883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Drop by for a craft to do at home with your little. All supplies are provided to make a fun project. (while supplies last) For ages 2-5 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Monthly take and make for school age kids. Pick up in June and take home for something to do when you are bored. (while supplies last) For ages 6-12 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Homeschoolers Haven is a place for Homeschool families to meet and share resources. There will be activities for the children. We will be taking a summer break during the months of July and August. For ages 5+ This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Time to unwind, get your homework done, and hangout with your friends. For ages 8-15. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Mother’s Day is close. Come on in to make a Mother’s Day craft on May 9 that they will love. May 30 is “use your imagination” and our left over craft supplies to make a work of art. For ages 5-15 Register in branch or by email mtuniack@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
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.
Want to spend some time with new parents? Have your baby interact with other babies? Get support from other new parents in a laid back, casual space. This is a drop-in program.
Meet us at the Middle Stewiacke Recreation Centre where you can browse and borrow materials, sign up for a Library card, and use the public WiFi!
Stumped on what to build? Let us help! Lego Challenge cards offer suggestions on what to build, allowing you to use your imagination while also brainstorming and problem solving. Do you accept the challenge? For ages 8-14 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Rebecca Thomas is an award-winning Mi’kmaw author and poet who served as Halifax’s Poet Laureate from 2016-2018. Her first picture book, I’m Finding My Talk, was a Globe & Mail Top 100 Pick and a CBC Best Picture Book in 2019. In 2022, Thomas's newest picture book, Swift Fox All Along, was short-listed for a […]
Discover the joy of songs, finger plays , bouncing rhymes and simple books. Suitable for Infant-2 years old with a caregiver This is an in-person program. No registration is required.
Join us Thursday mornings 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.
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
Time to unwind, get your homework done, and hangout with your friends. For ages 8-15. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
The campaign is going to be an adventure of a group of fighters, trying to complete 20 challenges, each harder than the next. Ages 12-16. Registration by phone 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Getting ready for bed? Got your pajamas on? Come down to the library for a bedtime story and small activity. For ages 5-12 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
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
Fun and Interactive! Share the magic of stories, songs and crafts. Suitable For 3-5 years old with a caregiver. This is a drop in program. No registration is necessary.
Learn and explore at the library! We want to be part of your education experience. For ages 5-18 This is a drop in – call 902-883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Time to unwind, get your homework done, and hangout with your friends. For ages 8-15. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Join the adventure to the lost mine of Phandelver. Avoid the Black Spider. Encounter goblins and other creatures as you try to find the lost mine. Your adventure awaits. For ages 10-15 Drop in, no registration 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.
Activate your creativity and imagination! We will proudly display what you build in our children’s area. For ages 5-100 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.