What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in program.  No registration is required.

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

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 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.

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.

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

Tweens unite for fun! Crafts, board games, hanging out, anything you want to do in your time. For ages 8-12 Drop in. No registration is required.

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.

Untangle your mind with Zentangle. Zentangle is an American method for drawing, which not only promotes concentration and creativity but at the same time increases personal well-being. Zentangle is a combination of meditation and art. All ages are welcome.

Alexander MacLeod is a fiction writer and a professor of English and Atlantic Canada Studies at Saint Mary’s University. His work has appeared in The New Yorker, Granta and The O Henry Prize Stories. His first collection, Light Lifting, was a finalist for the Scotiabank Giller Prize and Lagomorph, his collaboration with Andrew Steeves, recently won the 2021 Lieutenant Governor of Nova […]

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.

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  

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.

Join us for story time, songs and social time. For ages 0-3. Drop-in, no registration required.

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.

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.

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. For adults This is a drop in program. No registration is required.  

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

School is out! Let's do something fun! We'll have different board games, lego, crafts and other fun activities! For ages 5-12 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

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

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

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

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

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

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.  

What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends. All adults welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

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.

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.

Try to beat Kim in a game (or 3) of Kahoots. She is undefeated and looking for someone to give her a challenge. You probably won’t win but give it a try. If trivia is your thing you might stand a chance (slim). All ages are welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is […]

Drop in to the Maker Lab to work on jigsaw puzzles for all ages and abilities! Chat and relax as you put the pieces together. All ages are welcome. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

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.

Relax to the sound of acoustic music. All ages are welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.