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Drop-In: Scavenger Hunt

Elmsdale Library 15 Commerce Ct, Elmsdale, Nova Scotia, Canada

Drop into the Elmsdale Library anytime between February 5-19 to test your detective skills and help us find hidden items! No registration required.

Crafts Around the World: Ghana

Achi is a game similar to Tic Tac Toe that originated in Ghana and is played by all ages. Craft your own Achi game board and play with the whole family! In partnership with YREACH. How to Participate Drop by your Library to pick-up your craft kit beginning February 7. While supplies last.

Virtual Tour: Black Loyalist Heritage Centre

Virtual

Experience a fully guided tour of the Black Loyalist Heritage Centre from your home or classroom. This is a pre-filmed tour, and will be followed by a Q&A session with one of their knowledgeable staff members. How to Participate Email info@cehpubliclibrary or call 902-895-4183 to register (1 spot per household/device). You will be emailed an […]

Valentine’s Day Craft Along

Virtual

Enjoy arts and crafts from home. Learn, create and share! This month, we're featuring Valentine's Day! Supplies provided in advance. For ages 7-12. How to Participate Email info@cehpubliclibrary or call 902-895-4183 to register (1 spot per household/device). You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place. Tech Requirements: All […]

February Craft Along

Virtual

Enjoy a craft night from the comfort of your home! How to Participate Call or email your local library to arrange to pick up the craft supplies during the week of February 14, then watch the craft tutorial on our blog, Library at Home. Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Drop-In: Scavenger Hunt

Stewiacke Library 295 George Street, Stewiacke, Nova Scotia, Canada

Drop into the Stewiacke Library anytime between February 14-28 to test your detective skills and help us find hidden items! No registration required.

Drop-In: Scavenger Hunt

Mount Uniacke Library 555, Highway 1, Mount Uniacke, Nova Scotia, Canada

Drop into the Mount Uniacke Library anytime between February 14-28 to test your detective skills and help us find hidden items! No registration required.

Virtual Book Club

Virtual

In February, we are discussing The Glass Hotel by Emily St. John Mandel. This title is available as an ebook on OverDrive/Libby. You can also request it in print or audio? How to Participate Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 895-4193 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom […]

Maritime Centre for African Dance

Virtual

Join the Maritime Centre for African Dance (MCAD) for an interactive and energizing performance on African Dance, African Drumming & Storytelling! All ages. How to Participate Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place. Tech […]

Pokémon Tween Trivia

Virtual

Show off your Pokémon trivia knowledge for a chance to win awesome prizes! Sign up solo or assemble a team. Ages 8-12. How to Participate Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place. Tech Requirements: […]

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Freedom to Read Week: Blackout Poetry Kit

This month, celebrate Freedom to Read Week by creating blackout poetry! Simply black out the words you don't want from your book page and keep other words visible to form your poem. Submit your poems to info@cehpubliclibrary.ca How to Participate Drop by your Library to pick-up your craft kit the week of February 21st. While […]

TikTok Trivia

Virtual

Are you a TikTok expert? Come test your knowledge at TikTok Trivia, a virtual event! Ages 13-18. How to Participate Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place. Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Author Reading: Lindsay Ruck

Virtual

Join us for a virtual visit with Nova Scotia author Lindsay Ruck as she reads from her book Amazing Black Atlantic Canadians. For all ages. How to Participate Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes […]

Virtual Trivia Night

Virtual

Looking for a social event you can join from home? Sign up for an evening of online trivia! Sign up solo or assemble a team. There will be prizes! How to Participate Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 902-895-4193 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions […]

Family Digital Escape Room

Virtual

Take a trip around the world and learn about some of the animals that thrive in winter. Can you solve each of the puzzles before time runs out? Recommended for ages 5+ How to Participate Email info@cehpubliclibrary or call 902-895-4183 to register (1 spot per household/device). You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom […]

Teen Night: May the 4th Be With You

Truro Library 754 Prince St, Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada

Celebrate Star Wars Day at the library with trivia, crafts, and more. Costumes are welcome and prizes will be up for grabs! Drop-in, no registration required. For ages 13-18.

March Break Stress Bags

Feeling stressed? We've put together a fun kit to help grown-ups get through March Break. How to Participate Swing by your local library during the week of March 14 to pick up your bag. No registration required.

Drop-In Scavenger Hunt

Drop into your local library anytime between March 14-19 to test your detective skills and help us find hidden items! No registration required.

March Break Craft Bundles

Drop into your local library between March 14-20 to pick up a craft kit. No registration required, while supplies last.

Science Music with Dr. G

Virtual

Dr G is a theremin-playing space geek on a mission to spread the word about science! Merging hooky new wave beats with lyrics explaining science and the natural universe – think Talking Heads fronted by Bill Nye the Science Guy – Dr G creates a sound that is utterly unique, and as educational as it […]

Puppetpalooza

Virtual

Create your own puppet and enjoy a show performed by the Library Puppets! For ages 5-12. How to Participate Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place. Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Mad Science: Air Pressure

Virtual

This presentation will introduce kids to the concepts of high and low pressure that make vacuums work and allow planes to fly. Children will get to check out our Air Zooka, our mini-rockets, and can take part in a few activities by picking up a Mad Science kit at their local branch. For ages 5-12. […]

Irish Party with Mary Beth Carty

Virtual

Grab a pair of spoons from your kitchen and join musician Mary Beth Carty for a fun, interactive event in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day! For ages 5-12. How to Participate Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event […]

Marvel Teen Trivia

Virtual

Black Panther or Black Widow? Star-Lord or Spiderman? Test your knowledge for a chance to win a Chapters gift card! For ages 13-18. How to Participate Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place. Tech Requirements: All devices […]

Virtual Visit with Cobequid Wildlife Rehab Centre

Virtual

Join Dr. Jessica from CWRC. She’ll discuss how they help injured animals recover and return to the wild. For ages 5-12. How to Participate Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place. Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Drop-In Vaccine Clinic

Truro Library 754 Prince St, Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada

Nova Scotia Health is partnering with Colchester-East Hants Public Library to offer a drop-in vaccine clinic at the Truro Library to help support vaccine accessibility. Open to anyone ages 5+ Offering first, second, and third (if eligible) doses Community members will be asked to provide their health card number and ID at the vaccine clinic […]

Journey Stones Workshop

Virtual

The Mi’kmaq would use stones and rocks throughout history to tell stories and leave messages.  Participants will have the opportunity to create a symbol and draw it on a rock so that they can carry it to tell their own story. In partnership with the Millbrook Culture and Heritage Centre. For ages 5-12. How to […]

March Break Magic

Virtual

Ottawa magician Chris Pilsworth will amaze and delight with this interactive Zoom magic show! For ages 5-12. How to Participate Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place. Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Crafts Around the World: Sweden

Dala horse designs are often used in Scandinavian toys and are symbols of strength or good luck. The name comes from the central Swedish province, Dalarna. Embroider your own lucky Dala horse design! In partnership with YREACH. How to Participate Email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca or call 902-895-4183 to register. Once registered, you may drop by your Library to […]

Teen Books for Adults

Did you know that over 50% of teen book readers are adults? Find out why with this fun night of trivia, teen book lore, tips, and tools to find your next best YA read. Participants in this program will also be entered into a draw for $25 Indigo gift card. How to Participate Register 1 […]

Intro to Libby Magazines

Virtual

Libby now offers digital magazines! Magazines have no waitlists or holds and can also be downloaded for use offline. Learn some tips and tricks on using this great new feature. How to Participate No registration required. Visit our Library at Home blog for the tutorial video beginning March 23.

Author Reading with Kenneth Oppel

Virtual

The Library will host a conversation with award-winning author Kenneth Oppel. Mr. Oppel will also read from his latest series, Bloom. For ages 8+. How to Participate Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place. […]

March Craft Along

Enjoy a craft night from the comfort of your home. This month, you'll be creating your very own spring mobile. How to Participate Email info@cehpubliclibrary or call 902-895-4183 to register. Once registered, you can pick up your craft kit at your local library during the week of March 28.

Recipes Around the World: Ecuador

Virtual

Learn about how cooking and culture mix to make a delicious combination! This month features Ecuadorian recipes presented by Mabel Farrell, a past resident of Ecuador. In partnership with YREACH. How to Participate Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 902-895-4193 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. Once registered, you may pick up printed recipe cards of […]