Colchester East Hants Public Library

Author reading with Michelle Robinson
2022-11-05 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Truro Library, 754 Prince St, Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada
Michelle Robinson is the bestselling author of over 40 children’s books including ‘Do Not Disturb the Dragons’, ‘How to Wash a Woolly Mammoth’ and ‘Goodnight Tractor’. Her stories have been published all over the world in many different languages. Michelle lives in Tatamagouche with her husband, son, daughter and a cat named Chicken.
Families are welcome.
This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

Scrabble Group
2022-11-07 13:30 - 16:30, 2022-11-14 13:30 - 16:30, 2022-11-21 13:30 - 16:30, 2022-11-28 13:30 - 16:30, 2022-12-05 13:30 - 16:30, 2022-12-12 13:30 - 16:30, 2022-12-19 13:30 - 16:30
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends!
This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

Decorate the Teen Room!
2022-11-09 18:30 - 19:30
The Truro Library teen room is open for programs and we want your help! Drop in to paint, draw, and craft décor for the teen room’s new era.
Ages 13-18
This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

Joy Laking & Susan Paterson Art Exhibit: Meet the Artists
2022-11-12 14:00 - 16:00
Nova Scotia artists Joy Laking and Susan Paterson are the creators behind the art exhibit running through November and December at the Truro Library. They will be on site to talk with you about their art and the inspiration behind the exhibit.
All ages welcome.
This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

Conversational English
2022-11-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2022-11-22 11:00 - 12:00
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.

Media Lab Open House
2022-11-18 14:00 - 16:00
Take a tour of the newly refreshed Media Lab! Learn about how you can become certified to create podcasts, music, photos, and videos in our Media Lab. Open to all ages.
This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

Puppet Open House
2022-11-25 14:00 - 16:00
Our Library puppets are waiting to meet you. Come try-out our fun and exciting puppets that we have at the library.
All ages are welcome.
This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

Bilingual Storytime: French/English
2022-11-26 11:00 - 12:00
Do you enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs? You can have twice the fun as we do it all in two languages!
All ages are welcome to attend.
This is a drop-in program. No registration is required

Library Shelf Elf Search
2022-12-01 - 2022-12-23
Our mischievous elf will be visiting the Children’s department daily. Find him and fill out a ballot for a chance to win a prize. All ages are welcome to participate.
This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

Holiday Scavenger Hunt
2022-12-01 - 2022-12-31
Test your detective skills and help us find hidden holiday items in the library! All ages are welcome to participate.
This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

Santa’s Helpers
2022-12-01 15:00 - 16:30
Have you ever wanted to be an Elf? Join us on December 1st from 3:00 – 4:30 to help us do some holiday wrapping. For ages 14+
This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

Winter Swag
2022-12-03 10:00 - 11:30
Learn how to make winter swags using fresh brush collected locally and sustainably. This is an adult program
How to Participate: Register by calling 902-895-4183 or info@cehpubliclibrary.ca

Heroes & Adventurers
2022-12-06 17:30 - 20:00, 2022-12-13 17:30 - 20:00, 2022-12-20 17:30 - 20:00, 2023-01-03 17:30 - 20:00
Role-playing game nights with extraordinary people! We provide the supplies, you provide the imagination. No experience needed. All ages welcome!
Register to play by emailing: HAATruro@gmail.com Sorry, no drop-in players at this time.

Family Breakout Room
2022-12-07 18:30 - 19:30
Work together to discover clues, decipher codes, and solve puzzles. Can you beat the time and break out? All ages (recommended for middle grades, high school, and families)
This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

Media Lab Open House
2022-12-09 14:00 - 16:00
Take a tour of the newly refreshed Media Lab! Learn about how you can become certified to create podcasts, music, photos, and videos in our Media Lab. All ages are welcome.
Drop in, no registration required

Holiday Sweater Family Storytime and Craft
2022-12-10 10:30 - 11:30
Tis’ the season to rock your holiday sweater and make the season bright! Join friends to listen to a terrific ho-ho-holiday story and make your very own holiday sweater ornament to take home. All ages are welcome.
This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

“Sketches of Historic Truro” Art Exhibit by Minette Murphy
2023-01-03 - 2023-02-23
Come see beautiful sketches of historic Truro buildings in the art exhibit running through January and February at the Truro Library. The artist Minette Murphy will be on site to talk with you about their art and the inspiration behind the exhibit on Tuesday, January 3 @6-8pm. All ages are welcome
This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

Minette Murphy: Meet the Artist
2023-01-03 18:00 - 20:00
Minette Murphy is the creator behind the art exhibit “Sketches of Historic Truro” running through January and February at the Truro Library. They will be on site to talk with you about their art and the inspiration behind the exhibit. All ages welcome. The artist will be on the 2nd floor with their exhibit.
This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

Tales for Tots
2023-01-05 11:00 - 11:20
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.

Hackmatack Reading Club
2023-01-09 - 2023-04-17
Are you between the ages of 8-11? Do you like to read or be read to? Join the Hackmatack Reading Club at the Truro Library and vote for your favourite book to win! The club is offered in both French and English!
Drop in to the children’s area any time after January 9th to pick up a registration package. You can then choose a Hackmatack book and get started!
