See the water cycle as you’ve never seen it before! Join CEHPL and the Clean Foundation for a workshop exploring how water moves in our natural world, through observation, experimentation, condensation… and a whole lot of fun! For ages 5-12 Call to register at 902-883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
How many creations can you make with Playdough? Will you use pasta, buttons, toothpicks, cookie cutters? Best of all, you can also make your own playdough to take home with you! For ages 5-12 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!
Head up to the teen room for an extended, all-out teen night! Games, crafts, snacks, henna art, prizes, and more await you at the March Break Teen Extravaganza. For ages 13-18 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Come in and make your canvas come alive by using your artistic skills! Add some foam shapes, small stones, colour, and other interesting objects. For children and teens. Drop in – call 902-883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
Calling all space cadets! Drop by the library and see if you have what it takes to make it to space! Straw rockets, colouring, comets and more! For ages 5-12 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Drop In Science and Tech Day Hands on activities all afternoon! Bridges, boats and catapults and more. For ages 5 and up This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Learn what D&D is all about and gain the skills to run our own game with your friends! For ages 9-14 To register, please 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.
Don’t you know, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo? Don’t tell the Gruffalo, as he is excited to join the staff for a puppet show. All ages are welcome. 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
It’s time to paint. Follow along to make your beautiful artwork. Make sure you wear your not so best clothes. For ages 8-12 Register in branch or by email mtuniack@cehpubliclibrary.ca
“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
What’s a good party without slime! Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us in making slime, enjoy a gold coin treasure hunt, and other activities! Drop in – Call 902-883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
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.
To celebrate the release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, we’re having a party! Head to the children’s area for crafts, games, and prizes featuring everyone’s favourite video game hero. For ages 5-12 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Celebrate the decade of yuppies, big hair, and break dancing! Dress in your best 80s garb. All ages are welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
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.
Leprechauns, rainbows, pots of gold. Celebrate St Patricks Day trying break in to get the Leprechauns treasure. For ages 8-12 Register in branch or by email mtuniack@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Watch Domino Man Bill Oakey set up thousands of dominoes and then knock them down! Topple times will be 12:30pm & 4:00pm There will be a chance throughout both showings to try your own domino set up too! All ages are welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Bring your imagination to the library and be prepared to create with Lego. All ages are welcome to participate. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
It’s too cold to go camping outside but you can enjoy some time at the library camping. Build a fort. Sing some songs. Listen to a “scary” campfire story. Roast some marshmallows. Who says we can’t camp in March! For ages 5-12 Register in branch or by email mtuniack@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Is winter feeling long? Why not stop by the library and socialize while trying your hand at painting a rock? What do you have to lose? This program is for seniors. To register call 902-657-3064 or email Tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
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.
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.
It’s all fun and games until someone yells bingo! Try your luck at bingo and see what you win. All seniors 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.
Stop in at the Elmsdale library for social time. Meet new people, share your creative projects, try your hand at a game of cards, crafts and other activities. This is a program for adults of all ages. This is a drop in program. No registration is required. Call 902-883-9838 for more details
Hope for Wildlife will be visiting the library with some of their animal friends. Learn the importance of conservation, wildlife management and how rehabilitation and release of animals happens. For ages 7-99 Register by March 16: stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
One on one time with seniors helps children improve their reading, grow in confidence and create a sense of community connection and purpose.For ages 5 and up. To register email: stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca or call 902 639-2481
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.
Want to learn to knit or crochet? Already know how, but need a refresher? Not sure what supplies you need? We have everything you need for your first project. Hants Count Senior Safety Association is providing the supplies necessary to start your project. Drop in, no registration required.
