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.

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

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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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

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 […]

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

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 – […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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

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 […]

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

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 […]

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

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. […]

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 […]

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. […]

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. […]

Event Series Baby, Me, & Mother Goose

Baby, Me, & Mother Goose

Maggie's Place 1027 Prince Street, Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada

Learn rhymes, songs & have fun with your baby! For ages 3-18 months. In partnership with Maggie's Place Family Resource Centre. How to Participate Call Maggie’s Place at 902-895-0200 to […]

Event Series Ewe-niacke Yarn Club

Ewe-niacke Yarn Club

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

Fiber art for all ages and abilities-- learn to knit or crochet or bring a project. Bring friends or make new friends! Drop-in, no registration required.

Event Series Family Story & Craft Time

Family Story & Craft Time

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

Stories and songs followed by a craft for little ones and their caregiver. For children ages 0-5. How to Participate Call 902-883-9838 or email at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register.

Event Series Storytime Lab

Storytime Lab

Join us in-person as we explore science through stories, songs and activities. For ages 3-5. How to Participate Register by emailing info@cehpubliclibrary.ca or call 902-895-4183.

Rug Hooking Demonstration with Beverly Levine

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

Beverly Levine, creator of the current Truro Library art exhibit “Flowers in Bloom” will be demonstrating rug hooking with a group of local rug hookers called Friday Friends. Drop by […]

Little Green Thumbs

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

Spring has sprung! Celebrate the season by planting your own flower. Drop-in, no registration required (while supplies last). For ages 4-12 with a parent/caregiver.

Learn 3D Printing

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

Want to learn about 3D printing? Join Karri for an information session all about our 3D printer. If you can dream it, you can 3D print it! All ages. How […]