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“Sketches of Historic Truro” Art Exhibit by Minette Murphy
Come see beautiful sketches of historic Truro buildings in the art exhibit running through January and February at the Truro Library. The artist Minette Murphy will be on site to talk with you about their art and the inspiration behind the exhibit on Tuesday, January 3 @6-8pm. All ages are welcome This is a drop-in […]
Hackmatack Reading Club
Are you between the ages of 8-11? Do you like to read or be read to? Join the Hackmatack Reading Club at the Truro Library and vote for your favourite book to win! The club is offered in both French and English! Drop in to the children’s area any time after January 9th to pick […]
Winter Scavenger Hunt
Come in out of the wintery weather and enjoy a scavenger hunt with the library. All ages are welcome to participate Drop in – call 902-883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Take Home Craft Kits
Take-and-make craft kits contain all the supplies needed to complete the craft. Ages 5-12. To participate, drop by and pick up your kit. No registration required.
Winter Sport Scavenger Hunt
Come in out of the wintery weather and enjoy a scavenger hunt in the Library. All ages are welcome to participate. Drop in, no registration required.
Blind Date with a Book
We want to set you up with the book of your dreams, featuring books with sharp and witty profiles better than anything you’ll find on Tinder. Blind Date with a Book is your chance to peruse a display of discreetly wrapped books and their descriptive tags. You’re sure to find one that quickens your pulse. […]
Take Home Craft Kits
Kits change on a weekly basis and contain all supplies needed to complete the craft. Suitable For Preschool and early elementary children. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Googly Eyes Scavenger Hunt
You have heard of a photo bomb? Well, Stewiacke library has been eye-bombed. How many pairs of googly eyes can you find? All ages are welcome to participate. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
NS Heritage 3D Museum Tours
We will have dedicated stations for people to come in and tour these museums virtually. A collection of immersive 360 degree tours of popular heritage and culture sites that feature Canadian history developed by the Black Cultural Centre for Nova Scotia along with content 3D scanning developer Smarter Spaces. This project will provide a greater […]
Valentine Card Making
Come along and make Valentine Cards for your family, friends, and classmates. All ages are welcome to participate. Drop in - call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Monday, February 13, 2023
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February 13, 2023 -Scrabble Group
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February 13, 2023 -Adult Board Games Night
Scrabble Group
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Adult Board Games Night
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.
Tuesday, February 14, 2023
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February 14, 2023 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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February 14, 2023 -Conversational English
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February 14, 2023 -Homeschoolers Haven
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February 14, 2023 -Red Day
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February 14, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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February 14, 2023 -Heroes & Adventurers
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February 14, 2023 -Adult Board Games Night
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February 14, 2023 -Media Lab Certification Class
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February 14, 2023 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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February 14, 2023 -Seniors Learn to Knit with Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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February 14, 2023 -Maker Lab Certification Class
Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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
Conversational English
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
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.
Red Day
Roses are red, Your clothes are too, Wear them to the library, Because we love you! Wear red to the library and enjoy an afternoon of crafts, games and activities. This is a drop in program. No registration is required
Homework Hangout
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.
Heroes & Adventurers
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.
Adult Board Games Night
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.
Media Lab Certification Class
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! Ages 16+. Space is limited. To register, please call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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.
Seniors Learn to Knit with Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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.
Maker Lab Certification Class
Curious about the Maker Lab and the bookable equipment? Sign up to get certified on the Sewing Machine and start your crafting adventure! Ages 16+. Space is limited. To register, please call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
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February 15, 2023 -Storytime
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February 15, 2023 -The Mind Readers
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February 15, 2023 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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February 15, 2023 -Poetry Art
Storytime
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. For pre schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
The Mind Readers
We are reading and discussing Anxious People. Drop by the branch to pick up your copy, then plan to join us Wednesday morning. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Makers in the Maker Lab
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.
Poetry Art
This year, Nova Scotia Heritage Day honours Mi’kmaq poet Rita Joe. You can find your voice, too, with poetry art! Cut, paste, and black out the pages of old magazines to transform the words of others into your own. For ages 8-14. Drop-in, no registration required.
Thursday, February 16, 2023
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February 16, 2023 -Baby Rhyme Time
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February 16, 2023 -Tales for Tots
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February 16, 2023 -Crafty Story Time
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February 16, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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February 16, 2023 -Chill Zone
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February 16, 2023 -Dungeons and Dragons
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February 16, 2023 -Teen Time
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February 16, 2023 -Ukulele Night with Lyn(beginners welcome)
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February 16, 2023 -Photography Club
Baby Rhyme Time
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.
Tales for Tots
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.
Crafty Story Time
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
Homework Hangout
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.
Chill Zone
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.
Dungeons and Dragons
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
Teen Time
It’s your time in the Program room. Play games, hangout, enjoy a board game without the younger kids. Ages 13-18 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Ukulele Night with Lyn(beginners welcome)
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
Photography Club
“A photograph is an opportunity to keep a moment forever.”….Destin Sparks. Learn some tips and tricks with local photographers, including Al Eastman. All adults are welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required
Friday, February 17, 2023
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February 17, 2023 -One on One Tech Help
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February 17, 2023 -Employment Services
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February 17, 2023 -One on One Tech Help
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February 17, 2023 -Picture Book Junction
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February 17, 2023 -Homeschoolers Hangout
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February 17, 2023 -Scrabble Squad
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February 17, 2023 -Walking Club
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February 17, 2023 -Homework Hangout
One on One Tech Help
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
Employment Services
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
One on One Tech Help
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.
Picture Book Junction
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.
Homeschoolers Hangout
Learn and explore at the library! We want to be part of your education experience. For ages 5-18 This is a drop in – call 902-883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Scrabble Squad
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends. All adults welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Walking Club
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.
Homework Hangout
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.
Saturday, February 18, 2023
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February 18, 2023 -Lego at the Library
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February 18, 2023 -Painting with Markers
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February 18, 2023 -Long John Storytime and Craft
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February 18, 2023 -Storytime
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February 18, 2023 -Make It: Decorate a Throw Pillow
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February 18, 2023 -Lego Club
Lego at the Library
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.
Painting with Markers
A great way to spend an evening! Be inspired by the cooler weather as you learn to draw a snow globe and paint with markers! Materials provided. To register, please call 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Long John Storytime and Craft
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
Storytime
Enjoy a picture book read by Karri or Bernie and then participate in an activity. For pre schoolers and home schoolers. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Make It: Decorate a Throw Pillow
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
Lego Club
Activate your creativity and imagination! We will proudly display what you build in our children’s area. For ages 5-100 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Sunday, February 19, 2023
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