We are celebrating all things underwear for Truro’s Long John Festival! Come in to the Big Brothers Big Sisters Program Room to hear fun stories and make a winter craft. Ages 3+ 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.
Beat the winter blues with this fun craft! Join us to create a hand-painted throw pillow case. To register, please call 902-657-3065 or email tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Learn rhymes, songs and have fun with your baby. For all parents with babies 3-18 months. The session will take place at Maggie's Place. To register, please call 902-895-0200
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.
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
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
Dr. Lynn Jones, African Nova Scotian leader, activist and Truro native, will be sharing the story behind the Lynn Jones African Canadian & Diaspora Heritage Collection. The Collection, currently housed at St. Mary's University, documents the lives of Lynn, her family, and over 50 years of African, African Diasporic and African Nova Scotian heritage and history. 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.
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.
Join us for story time, songs and social time. For ages 0-3. Drop-in, no registration required.
Don't let winter weather keep you at home. Our bi-weekly seniors craft and social time will warm you inside and out. 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. Drop-in, no registration 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!
It’s Freedom to Read Week! Find out why books get challenged or banned and make your own banned book buttons and bag. While supplies last. Ages 13-18. Drop-in, no registration required.
We’re happy to welcome author Wanda Taylor who will read from her books “Birchtown and the Black Loyalists” as well as “We Are Not the Zoo”. If we’re lucky, she may give us a sneak peek into her next book coming out this spring! For ages 5+ To register, please email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca Register 1 spot […]
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
Looking to connect your preschooler with other little ones? Join the gang while we entertain with themed songs, storybooks, and craft time. Ages 3-7. Drop-in, no registration 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.
School is out, so let's do something fun. Drop by the Library for crafts, board games, Lego, and more! For ages 5-12. Drop in. 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
Get your game on! Come on out for an evening of board games. This is your chance to play some old favourites or learn a new one. For teens and adults. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required. Please call 902-883-9838 or email at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
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
Issues with your phone? Laptop? Social Media? Meet in-person with our digital literacy trainer to get your tech questions answered. Please call 902-657-3064 or email tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca to book an appointment.
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.
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends. All adults welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
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.
Everyone is invited to come, sit, and chat about the book of the month! In February we’re reading: Girls Like Us by Cristina Alger. Register by calling 902-895-4183 or emailing info@cehpubliclibrary.ca. Expect a follow up email from Library staff to make arrangements for print copies.
Crazy about construction? Bonkers about building? Come to the library to create with LEGO, wooden blocks, and more! For ages 3+ This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Want to try a new board game? Stop by the Library with friends or family to explore our collection! All ages.
Learn how to start your garden, share your experiences, gain new ideas, AND swap your favourite seeds with other gardeners. Let the growing begin! All ages. No registration required.
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
