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.
Pamper your skin with a refreshing facial mask. This is an adult program. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Looking to perfect your technique? Need a new project? Learn how to read a pattern. This is the class for you! Ages 8-adult This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Share some creative time with us at the library. Enjoy making a craft while meeting new people. For teens and adults. Please register by calling us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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! Hot chocolate will be provided. Drop-in, no registration 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.
Come in for a coffee or tea and share a story or two with your friends. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
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.
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.
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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
Dust off your bowling shoes, have fun with friends and win some prizes! All ages are welcome. 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.
We invite you to explore the practice of mindfulness and enjoy a time of mediation. Learn about how mindfulness can enhance your everyday living. Ages 14+ Please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register
“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
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
Is English your second language? If you are wanting to learn English, then we can help. Learn English with Eve. All are welcome. Registration by phone 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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
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
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.
Improve your conversational English with Eve and meet new people in the community. All are welcome. Registration by phone 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends. All adults welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
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
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.
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.
Everyone is invited to come, sit and chat about the book of the month! In April we’re reading: The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles. Open to all adults. Register by calling 902-895-4183 or info@cehpubliclibrary.ca Expect a follow up email from library staff to make arrangements for print copies.
