Week of Events
“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.
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 […]
Monday, February 20, 2023
No events on this day.
Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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February 21, 2023 -Baby, Me, & Mother Goose
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February 21, 2023 -Conversational English
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February 21, 2023 -Homeschoolers Haven
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February 21, 2023 -Tuesday Social
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February 21, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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February 21, 2023 -Heroes & Adventurers
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February 21, 2023 -Intergenerational Book Buddies
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February 21, 2023 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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February 21, 2023 -Seniors Learn to Knit with Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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February 21, 2023 -The Lynn Jones Collection: a Community Story
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.
Tuesday Social
Stop in at the Elmsdale library for social time. Meet new people, share your creative projects, try your hand at a game of cards, crafts and other activities. This is a program for adults of all ages. This is a drop in program. No registration is required. Call 902-883-9838 for more details
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.
Intergenerational Book Buddies
One on one time with seniors helps children improve their reading, grow in confidence and create a sense of community connection and purpose.For ages 5 and up. To register email: stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca or call 902 639-2481
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.
The Lynn Jones Collection: a Community Story
Dr. Lynn Jones, African Nova Scotian leader, activist and Truro native, will be sharing the story behind the Lynn Jones African Canadian & Diaspora Heritage Collection. The Collection, currently housed at St. Mary's University, documents the lives of Lynn, her family, and over 50 years of African, African Diasporic and African Nova Scotian heritage and history. Drop-in, no registration required.
Wednesday, February 22, 2023
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February 22, 2023 -Parents and Tots Social Time
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February 22, 2023 -Francophone Seniors Social Time
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February 22, 2023 -Storytime
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February 22, 2023 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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February 22, 2023 -Satellite Library Visit: Middle Stewiacke Recreation Centre
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February 22, 2023 -Freedom to Read Teen Night
Parents and Tots Social Time
Join us for story time, songs and social time. For ages 0-3. Drop-in, no registration required.
Francophone Seniors Social Time
Don't let winter weather keep you at home. Our bi-weekly seniors craft and social time will warm you inside and out. 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.
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.
Satellite Library Visit: Middle Stewiacke Recreation Centre
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!
Freedom to Read Teen Night
It’s Freedom to Read Week! Find out why books get challenged or banned and make your own banned book buttons and bag. While supplies last. Ages 13-18. Drop-in, no registration required.
Thursday, February 23, 2023
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February 23, 2023 -Virtual Author Reading: Wanda Taylor
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February 23, 2023 -Baby Rhyme Time
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February 23, 2023 -Tales for Tots
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February 23, 2023 -Crafty Story Time
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February 23, 2023 -Preschool Storytime
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February 23, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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February 23, 2023 -Chill Zone
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February 23, 2023 -Dungeons and Dragons
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February 23, 2023 -Adult Board Games Night
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February 23, 2023 -Ukulele Night with Lyn(beginners welcome)
Virtual Author Reading: Wanda Taylor
We’re happy to welcome author Wanda Taylor who will read from her books “Birchtown and the Black Loyalists” as well as “We Are Not the Zoo”. If we’re lucky, she may give us a sneak peek into her next book coming out this spring! For ages 5+ To register, please email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca Register 1 spot […]
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
Preschool Storytime
Looking to connect your preschooler with other little ones? Join the gang while we entertain with themed songs, storybooks, and craft time. Ages 3-7. Drop-in, no registration 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.
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
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. Please call 902-883-9838 or email at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
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
Friday, February 24, 2023
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February 24, 2023 -One on One Tech Help
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February 24, 2023 -Employment Services
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February 24, 2023 -One on One Tech Help
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February 24, 2023 -Picture Book Junction
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February 24, 2023 -Scrabble Squad
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February 24, 2023 -Walking Club
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February 24, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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February 24, 2023 -David’s Book Discussion
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.
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.
David’s Book Discussion
Everyone is invited to come, sit, and chat about the book of the month! In February we’re reading: Girls Like Us by Cristina Alger. Register by calling 902-895-4183 or emailing info@cehpubliclibrary.ca. Expect a follow up email from Library staff to make arrangements for print copies.
Saturday, February 25, 2023
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February 25, 2023 -Bored Games Saturday
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February 25, 2023 -Mighty Makers
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February 25, 2023 -Storytime
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February 25, 2023 -Garden Gab and Seed Swap
Bored Games Saturday
Want to try a new board game? Stop by the Library with friends or family to explore our collection! All ages.
Mighty Makers
Crazy about construction? Bonkers about building? Come to the library to create with LEGO, wooden blocks, and more! For 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.
Garden Gab and Seed Swap
Learn how to start your garden, share your experiences, gain new ideas, AND swap your favourite seeds with other gardeners. Let the growing begin! All ages. No registration required.
Sunday, February 26, 2023
No events on this day.