Come for some stories and leave with a craft! Each week will feature a new theme and a fabulous craft. What more could you ask for? For ages 3 and up. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Is your tablet confusing? Having trouble downloading an app to your phone or don’t know what an app means? Want to learn more about TikTok? Drop into the library with your questions and we can help. All ages are welcome. No registration is required.
Looking for a space to be out and social? Want to make some new friends in the area? Have scalding opinions on media that you’re dying to share? Join us for a time of fun and friendly gay chatter! All 2SLGBTQIAP+ and questioning individuals welcome! Light refreshments available. For ages 13-19 This is a drop in program. No registration is […]
Bring your own device or use one of our computers. We can answer questions on: eReaders/ebooks, basic computer navigation, basic app use, basic cellphone use, basic tablet use, general internet instruction, research and using library electronic resources. All ages welcome. No registration required.
The Truro Art Society are the creators behind the art exhibit “Transformation” running through July and August at the Truro Library. They will be on site to talk with you about their art and the inspiration behind the exhibit. All ages are welcome. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Pick up a nature scavenger hunt sheet to take with you on your next outdoor adventure! All ages are welcome to participate. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Hello Maties! Set out your new adventure on finding a new treasure. X marks the spot!! This is a drop in program. No registration is required. For details, please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Learn all about Hope for Wildlife and meet their education animals! For children ages 5-12 This program does NOT require registration, but will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Tickets are available at the children's desk upon arrival.
Get out of the sun this summer in the newly reopened Teen Room! Grab a snack, play some games, make art, or just hang out with old friends or new ones! For ages 13-18 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Moon sand is a sensory delight for astronauts of all ages. Wear your messy clothes to the library for some fun. For all ages. No registration required.
Going camping is always an adventure! We are setting up a tent and preparing for a fun quest. For ages 3-12. To register, email mtuniacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca or call 902-866-0124.
Ready to embark on a fantasy adventure? Join us at the Elmsdale library for action, drama, and dice! No experience required; all materials provided! For ages 10-13 Registration required. Please call at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register
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.
Curious about the Media Lab and what kind of podcasting, music, photography, and video equipment we have to use? Sign up, take a tour, get certified, and get ready to start using the Media Lab for your own projects! For ages 16+ To register email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
Curious about the world of podcasting and how you could make a podcast in the Media Lab? Join us for an introduction to designing, equipping, recording, editing, hosting, and launching a podcast with a take-home workbook guide and a beginners podcasting technology tutorial in the Media Lab. For ages 16+ To register: email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Drop into the branch and choose an adventure to complete from our Board of Adventures! Try a new adventure every day. For ages 3-12. No registration required.
Are you new to the area? Retired? Just want to get out of the house? Join us for a monthly gab session and get to know the people in your community. Light refreshments will be available. Drop-in, no registration required.
Do you enjoy writing? Meet us at the library to share your stories and hone your craft. For ages 9-14 This is a drop in program. No registration is required. For details, please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
Discover clues, decipher codes, and solve puzzles. Can you beat the time and break out? For ages 8-14 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Astronauts, planets, aliens… oh my! Your afternoon will be out of this world with games and activities. Costumes welcome! For all ages. No registration required.
It’s time to play the music, it’s time to light the lights, it’s time to get things started… on the most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, this is what we call our puppet show! For all ages
Grab your sunglasses and a beach towel and join us for some indoor fun in the sun! Enjoy beach-themed crafts, games, and activities. For ages 8-14. Drop-in - no registration required.
Get out of the sun this summer in the newly reopened Teen Room! Grab a snack, play some games, make art, or just hang out with old friends or new ones! For ages 13-18 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
It’s time to play the music, it’s time to light the lights, it’s time to get things started… on the most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, this is what we call our puppet show! For all ages
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
Constable Katie Titus from the Truro Police Service will be here for a storytime and touch-a-car event - with an extra special guest, police dog Mojo! This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
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
Make a galaxy jar using a few simple ingredients. Swirly, bright and mesmerizing, they are the perfect project. For all ages. No registration required.
This is the one time you are encouraged to be on your phone. Play bingo and point based games. There will be prizes! For ages 13-18. No registration required.
Come and enjoy story time at the library. A great way for your little one to make new friends. For children ages 0-2 This is a drop-in program. Please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Come for some stories and leave with a craft! Each week will feature a new theme and a fabulous craft. What more could you ask for? For ages 3 and up. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Gardening not your thing? Join us to make some beautiful flowers - no green thumb required. For seniors. To register, please call 902-657-3064 or email tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Drop by the children’s section and try your hand at a craft. Make it, then take it! For ages 5 and up This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Show off your artistic skills by creating a one-of-a-kind paper bag. What a great gift! This is a drop in program. No registration is required. For details, please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Join us and our friends from Maggie's Place for a Teddy Bear's Picnic in the Civic Square. The rainy day location is the Read room in the library. Bring a blanket and your favourite stuffy for some songs, stories, and snacks! All ages are welcome. This is a drop-in program. Registration is not required.
Are you new to the area? Retired? Just want to get out of the house? Join us for a monthly gab session and get to know the people in your community. Light refreshments will be available. Drop-in, no registration required.
Get out of the sun this summer in the newly reopened Teen Room! Grab a snack, play some games, make art, or just hang out with old friends or new ones! For ages 13-18 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Ready to embark on a fantasy adventure? Join us at the Elmsdale library for action, drama, and dice! No experience required; all materials provided! For ages 10-13 Registration required. Please call at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register
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.
You are getting sleepy. Your eye lids are feeling heavy. Quick, slip into your pjs and grab your favourite stuffy, and head to the library as we prepare for a bedtime storytime. All ages are welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is needed.
Love LEGOs? Drop by the Truro Library's Maker Lab and join our LEGO program, for adults! All are welcome, and welcome to bring a LEGO kit you've been working on. We will also have a kit available to work on as a group. This is a drop-in program. No registration is 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.
