Colchester East Hants Public Library

Myths & Misconceptions: Infidel in the 21st Century
2021-12-07 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Halifax) | Virtual
Join us for a round table discussion with Fazal Malik from the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community who will discuss modern myths and misconceptions about Islam, and offer an opportunity for participants to ask questions.
How to Participate
Email info@cehpubliclibrary or call 902-895-4183 to register (1 spot per household/device). You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions at time of registration.
Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Satellite Library Visit: Middle Stewiacke Recreation Centre
2021-12-08 14:30 - 19:00, 2021-12-29 14:30 - 19:00, 2022-01-19 14:30 - 19:00, 2022-02-09 14:30 - 19:00 | Middle Stewiacke Recreation Centre, 2395 Highway 289, Middle Stewiacke, Nova Scotia, Canada
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!

Puppet Show
2021-12-11 11:00 - 11:30 | Truro Library, 754 Prince St, Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada
Join the Library Puppets for a holiday show! All ages.
How to Participate
Space is limited – call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register.
For our shared safety, participation in Library events will require attendees ages 12 and up to show Proof of Full COVID-19 Vaccination with matching ID (including adults accompanying youth under 12). Face masks are required in all Library spaces. Visit our Current Status of Library Service for more information.

Drop-In: Holiday Scavenger Hunt
2021-12-14 - 2021-12-23 | Tatamagouche Library, 170 Main Street, Tatamagouche, Nova Scotia, Canada
Drop into the Tatamagouche Library anytime between December 14-23 to test your detective skills and help us find hidden items! No registration required.

Holiday Digital Escape Room
2021-12-14 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
Have a jolly good time solving holiday riddles and clues before the time runs out!
How to Participate
Email info@cehpubliclibrary or call 902-895-4183 to register (1 spot per household/device). You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions at time of registration.
Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Satellite Library Visit: Kennetcook Fire Hall
2021-12-15 14:30 - 19:00, 2022-01-05 14:30 - 19:00, 2022-01-26 14:30 - 19:00, 2022-02-16 14:30 - 19:00 | Kennetcook Fire Hall, 32 Martin Walsh Road, Kennetcook, Nova Scotia, Canada
Meet us at the Kennetcook Fire Hall where you can browse and borrow materials, sign up for a Library card, and hear about our upcoming programs!

Holiday Online Trivia Night
2021-12-16 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
Looking for a social event you can join from home? Sign up for an evening of holiday online trivia! Sign up solo or assemble a team (psssst! There will be prizes!)
How to Participate
Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 895-4193 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place.
Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Tech Playground
2021-12-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Truro Library, 754 Prince St, Truro, Nova Scotia, Canada
See what technology is available at the Library’s Maker Lab! Play with Cubelets, Ozobots, Sphero and more! For ages 7-12.
How to Participate
Space is limited – call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register.
For our shared safety, participation in Library events will require attendees ages 12 and up to show Proof of Full COVID-19 Vaccination with matching ID (including adults accompanying youth under 12). Face masks are required in all Library spaces. Visit our Current Status of Library Service for more information.

Virtual Book Club
2022-01-18 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
In January, we are discussing The Space Between Us by Thrity Umrigar. This title is available as an ebook or audiobook on hoopla. Prefer a print copy? Just let us know!
How to Participate
Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 895-4193 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place.
Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Exam Survival Tips
2022-01-19 18:30 - 19:30 | Virtual
Pick up your Exam Survival Kit starting January 10, then join us on Discord on January 19 to for tips to get through exam stress.
How to Participate
Call 902-895-4183 or email teenservices@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invite to the Discord server.

Intro to Windows 11
2022-01-22 10:30 - 11:30 | Virtual
Learn how to navigate the new task bar, updated look, included software, and become familiar with new terms for Windows 11!
How To Participate
Register 1 spot per household/device. Please call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions at time of registration. Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

*NEW DATE* Virtual Author Reading: Nyanza Julian
2022-01-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
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.
How to Participate
Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place.
Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Virtual Trivia Night
2022-01-27 18:30 - 19:30 | 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 to Participate
Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 902-895-4193 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place.
Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Drop-In: Scavenger Hunt
2022-02-05 - 2022-02-19 | 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
2022-02-07 - 2022-02-12 | Nova Scotia
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 family! In partnership with YREACH.
How to Participate
Drop by your Library to pick-up your craft kit beginning February 7. While supplies last.

Virtual Tour: Black Loyalist Heritage Centre
2022-02-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
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 one of their knowledgeable staff members.
How to Participate
Email info@cehpubliclibrary or call 902-895-4183 to register (1 spot per household/device). You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place.
Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Valentine's Day Craft Along
2022-02-12 11:00 - 11:45 | Virtual
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 902-895-4183 to register (1 spot per household/device). You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place.
Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

February Craft Along
2022-02-14 - 2022-02-20 | 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 of February 14, then watch the craft tutorial on our blog, Library at Home.
Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Drop-In: Scavenger Hunt
2022-02-14 - 2022-02-28 | 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
2022-02-14 - 2022-02-28 | 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
2022-02-15 18:30 - 19:30 | 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 audio?
How to Participate
Register 1 spot per household/device. Call 895-4193 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place.
Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Maritime Centre for African Dance
2022-02-16 10:00 - 11:00 | 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 household/device. Call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place.
Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Pokémon Tween Trivia
2022-02-17 15:30 - 16:30 | 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. Call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions before the event takes place.
Tech Requirements: All devices are accepted.

Freedom to Read Week: Blackout Poetry Kit
2022-02-21 - 2022-02-27 | Nova Scotia
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 your poem. Submit your poems to info@cehpubliclibrary.ca

How to Participate
Drop by your Library to pick-up your craft kit the week of February 21st. While supplies last.
