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Every Child Matters – Finding a Way Forward Project, an art exhibit at the Truro Library
Truro Library 754 Prince St, Truro
Week of Events
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 […]
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.
Creatures Big and Small Scavenger Hunt
Enjoy a scavenger hunt with the library. All ages are welcome to participate. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Take Home Craft Kits
Weekly take-and-make craft kits are available for pick up in-branch. For preschool and early elementary children. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
April Flowers Scavenger Hunt
Find the 12 flower pictures hidden around the library. How many can you name? All ages are welcome to participate. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Every Child Matters – Finding a Way Forward Project, an art exhibit at the Truro Library
The Rug Hooking Guild of Nova Scotia commissioned five Indigenous artists from New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia to produce rug hooking designs that honour the Indigenous children who suffered and died in Residential Schools and to honour the survivors who were taken from their families and culture. These mats have been offered […]
Monday, March 20, 2023
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March 20, 2023 -Scrabble Group
Scrabble Group
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Tuesday, March 21, 2023
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March 21, 2023 -Conversational English
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March 21, 2023 -Homeschoolers Haven
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March 21, 2023 -Seniors’ Social
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March 21, 2023 -Tuesday Social
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March 21, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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March 21, 2023 -Stewiacke Library-The Place Where People and Wildlife Meet
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March 21, 2023 -Heroes & Adventurers
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March 21, 2023 -Intergenerational Book Buddies
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March 21, 2023 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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March 21, 2023 -Seniors Learn to Knit with Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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.
Seniors’ Social
It’s all fun and games until someone yells bingo! Try your luck at bingo and see what you win. All seniors welcome. 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.
Stewiacke Library-The Place Where People and Wildlife Meet
Hope for Wildlife will be visiting the library with some of their animal friends. Learn the importance of conservation, wildlife management and how rehabilitation and release of animals happens. For ages 7-99 Register by March 16: stewiacke@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
Wednesday, March 22, 2023
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March 22, 2023 -Francophone Seniors Social Time
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March 22, 2023 -Storytime
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March 22, 2023 -Parents and Tots Social Time
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March 22, 2023 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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March 22, 2023 -Satellite Library Visit: Kennetcook Fire Hall
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March 22, 2023 -Pasta Cars
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.
Parents and Tots Social Time
Join us for story time, songs and social time. For ages 0-3. Drop-in, no registration 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. For adults This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Satellite Library Visit: Kennetcook Fire Hall
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!
Free
Pasta Cars
An engineering challenge… with a twist! See if you can design the fastest, strongest car with nothing but noodles (and glue). There will be snacks for all and prizes for the winning car. For ages 8-14 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Thursday, March 23, 2023
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March 23, 2023 -Author Visit with Gordon Korman
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March 23, 2023 -Baby Rhyme Time
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March 23, 2023 -Tales for Tots
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March 23, 2023 -Crafty Story Time
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March 23, 2023 -Preschool Storytime
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March 23, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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March 23, 2023 -After-school Chill Zone with Games and Craft
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March 23, 2023 -Dungeons and Dragons
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March 23, 2023 -Adult Board Games Night
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March 23, 2023 -Ukulele Night with Lyn(beginners welcome)
Author Visit with Gordon Korman
Gordon Korman is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of 100 middle-grade and young adult books! He's received countless awards and honours and his books have been translated into more than 30 languages. Join us on Zoom to laugh, learn, and hear the story of how Gordon Korman wrote his first book, This Can't […]
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.
After-school Chill Zone with Games and Craft
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.
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, March 24, 2023
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March 24, 2023 -One on One Tech Help
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March 24, 2023 -Employment Services
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March 24, 2023 -Community Workshop
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March 24, 2023 -Picture Book Junction
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March 24, 2023 -Scrabble Squad
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March 24, 2023 -Walking Club
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March 24, 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
Community Workshop
Join staff from Colchester Adult Learning Association (CALA) to learn about Municipal, Provincial and Federal financial benefits and services and how to access them online in a free workshop. To register, please call 902-657-3064, or email tatamago@chepubliclibrary.ca
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.
Saturday, March 25, 2023
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March 25, 2023 -Storytime
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March 25, 2023 -Book Bingo
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March 25, 2023 -Sharmon’s Book Club
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.
Book Bingo
Under the B-6. Who wants to shout Bingo? We will be playing Bingo, and practicing letter and number recognition. There will be prizes! For ages 3 and up. This is a drop in program. No registration is required
Sharmon’s Book Club
Atlantic Canadian Authors. Cast your Vote. Share your favourite! This is an adult program. No registration is required.
Sunday, March 26, 2023
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