• *NEW DATE* Virtual Author Reading: Nyanza Julian

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    Help us celebrate Family Literacy Day with local Mik'maw author Nyanza Julian. Learn about the Seven Sacred Teachings as you listen to her book Come Walk with Me. For all ages. […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Virtual Tour: Black Loyalist Heritage Centre

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    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 […]

  • Valentine’s Day Craft Along

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    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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

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    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 […]

  • Maritime Centre for African Dance

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    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 […]

  • Pokémon Tween Trivia

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    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. […]

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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 […]

  • TikTok Trivia

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    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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

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    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 – […]

  • Puppetpalooza

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    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 […]

  • Mad Science: Air Pressure

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    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 […]

  • Irish Party with Mary Beth Carty

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    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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Virtual Visit with Cobequid Wildlife Rehab Centre

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    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 […]

  • 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+ […]

  • Journey Stones Workshop

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    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 […]

  • 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. […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Intro to Libby Magazines

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    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. […]