Farida will introduce you to the process of illustrating children’s picture books and then guide you through a simple warm up exercise of sketching children’s faces with different emotions. For Grades 2-3. To register: email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca  You will receive a follow-up email with the Zoom link.  

Dustin will lead you through a fun, interactive workshop about learning how to write comic books. From stoic superheroes to ferocious felines, you will learn what it takes to make a comic book from start to finish and get a chance to create your own. For Grades 3-7. To register: email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca You will receive […]

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.

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.

Join us for story time, songs and social time. For ages 0-3. Drop-in, no registration required.

Marty Chan combines storytelling, technical magic, and audience participation to bring Chinese folktales to life. He’ll share the legend of the first rainbow and how it was created and then invite you to become one of the characters in the story. He’ll also reveal the real-life cats who inspired his picture book, True Story, and […]

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.

You will hear more about Sadé’s background and the inspiration for her book, Granny’s Kitchen, before learning about the Shelly-Ann doll. You will enjoy exploring topics about Jamaican Culture, such as family, food, and language, while engaging children in their own experiences of Jamaica. For Grades K-3. To register: email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca  You will receive a follow-up […]

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!  

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.

Enter the galaxy and enjoy all things Star Wars. Wear your best t-shirt, costume or pajamas. There will be games, card making, crafts, jokes etc. All ages are welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is 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

Explore new books and craft ideas. For pre-primary age. Registration by phone 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca

Have you ever wondered how can you write a short text based on facts and evidence, with nothing imagined? Welcome to the world of nonfiction, where every statement must be rooted in the truth. To get started, you will learn the importance of research and the quality of one’s sources. Lydia will use her book […]

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

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.  

It’s no secret that scary stories provide thrills. But when handled correctly, a terrifying tale can also be the best way to share messages of love, empathy, and inclusion. In this workshop, Joshua helps you examine stories that pack a fright (but won’t keep you up all night). Drawing on Newfoundland and Labrador’s unique local […]

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 This is a drop-in program. No registration is 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.

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

Saturdays are made for fun, and the library. Each week we will offer a different activity. We hope to see you at all of them. Ages 3+ June 3 – Picture Book Putt Putt June 10 – Oceans Storytime & Craft June 17 – Mighty Makers June 24 – Get Your Pride On These are […]

One of the best things about macramé is that you only need to know a handful of knots to create anything from the simplest design to intricate masterpieces. Learn the basic knots of macramé on May 6 and on May 20 you can make your own plant hanger. For ages 8 and up. To register: […]