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 […]
Outer Space Scavenger Hunt
Curious about space and our solar system? Explore at the library with a scavenger hunt. All ages are welcome to participate. Drop in – call 902-883-9838 or email elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
June Take and Makes (preschool)
Drop by for a craft to do at home with your little. All supplies are provided to make a fun project. (while supplies last) For ages 2-5 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
June Take and Makes (school age)
Monthly take and make for school age kids. Pick up in June and take home for something to do when you are bored. (while supplies last) For ages 6-12 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Lego Day!
Bring your imagination to the library and be prepared to create with Lego. All ages are welcome. Drop in, no registration required. Please call at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
Monday, March 27, 2023
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March 27, 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 28, 2023
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March 28, 2023 -Homeschoolers Haven
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March 28, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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March 28, 2023 -Heroes & Adventurers
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March 28, 2023 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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March 28, 2023 -Seniors Learn to Knit with Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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.
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.
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 29, 2023
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March 29, 2023 -Storytime
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March 29, 2023 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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March 29, 2023 -Wednesday Wednesday
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. For adults This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Wednesday Wednesday
She’s smart, she’s sarcastic, she’s solving mysteries and making friends… she’s Wednesday Addams, of course! Embrace your inner Wednesday (or Enid!) with spooky snacks, games, and more. For ages 13-18 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Thursday, March 30, 2023
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March 30, 2023 -Baby Rhyme Time
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March 30, 2023 -Tales for Tots
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March 30, 2023 -Crafty Story Time
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March 30, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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March 30, 2023 -After-school Chill Zone with Games and Craft
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March 30, 2023 -Dungeons and Dragons
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March 30, 2023 -Teen Time
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March 30, 2023 -Photography Club
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March 30, 2023 -Ukulele Night with Lyn(beginners welcome)
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.
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
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.
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
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 31, 2023
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March 31, 2023 -One on One Tech Help
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March 31, 2023 -Picture Book Junction
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March 31, 2023 -Homeschoolers Hangout
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March 31, 2023 -Scrabble Squad
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March 31, 2023 -Walking Club
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March 31, 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
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, April 1, 2023
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April 1, 2023 -Storytime
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April 1, 2023 -Lego 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.
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, April 2, 2023
No events on this day.