Week of Events
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.
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.
Spring May Flowers Scavenger Hunt
Spring has sprung with flowers. Let’s celebrate with a scavenger hunt. All ages are welcome to participate. Drop in – Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Shelf Care Bingo
Give yourself some shelf care! Take home your Shelf Care Bingo Sheet from your local library and combine reading with self-care. Complete the challenge by getting five in a row and be entered into a draw for a $25 Indigo Card! All ages may participate. Pick up your shelf care challenge and complete it by […]
Take Home Craft Kits
Kits change on a weekly basis and contain all supplies needed to complete the craft. . For preschool and early elementary kids. Drop In: No registration necessary
Sneaker Scavenger Hunt
We will join our neighbours “across the pond” as they celebrate National Walking Month. Find all the sneakers hidden around the library. All ages are welcome This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
The Attic Painters: Captured Moments art exhibit
A captivating group art exhibit from the Attic Painters will be running through May and June at the Truro Library. The Attic Painters will be on site to talk with you about their art and the inspiration behind the exhibit on Saturday, May 13 @2-4pm. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Monday, May 8, 2023
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May 8, 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, May 9, 2023
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May 9, 2023 -Conversational English
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May 9, 2023 -Homeschoolers Haven
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May 9, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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May 9, 2023 -Tuesday Crafternoon
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May 9, 2023 -Heroes & Adventurers
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May 9, 2023 -Author Reading: Genevieve Graham
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May 9, 2023 -Crochet Class
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May 9, 2023 -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.
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.
Tuesday Crafternoon
Mother’s Day is close. Come on in to make a Mother’s Day craft on May 9 that they will love. May 30 is “use your imagination” and our left over craft supplies to make a work of art. For ages 5-15 Register in branch or by email mtuniack@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.
Author Reading: Genevieve Graham
Genevieve Graham is a USA Today and #1 best-selling author who is passionate about breathing life back into Canadian history through tales of love and adventure. Join us as she reads from her most recent novel “Bluebird” (published April 2022) and takes questions about the book and her writing. This is a virtual program. Register […]
Crochet Class
Looking to perfect your technique? Need a new project? Learn how to read a pattern. This is the class for you! Ages 8-adult This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
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.
Wednesday, May 10, 2023
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May 10, 2023 -Storytime
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May 10, 2023 -Seniors Social Café!
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May 10, 2023 -Baby Time
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May 10, 2023 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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.
Seniors Social Café!
Come in for a coffee or tea and share a story or two with your friends. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Baby Time
Want to spend some time with new parents? Have your baby interact with other babies? Get support from other new parents in a laid back, casual space. This is a drop-in program.
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.
Thursday, May 11, 2023
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May 11, 2023 -Baby Rhyme Time
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May 11, 2023 -Tales for Tots
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May 11, 2023 -Crafty Story Time
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May 11, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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May 11, 2023 -Dungeons and Dragons
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May 11, 2023 -Photography Club
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May 11, 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.
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
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, May 12, 2023
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May 12, 2023 -Employment Services
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May 12, 2023 -One on One Tech Help
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May 12, 2023 -English for beginners
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May 12, 2023 -Picture Book Junction
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May 12, 2023 -Conversational English
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May 12, 2023 -Scrabble Squad
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May 12, 2023 -Homeschoolers Hangout
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May 12, 2023 -Walking Club
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May 12, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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 902-883-9838 or email at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca to book an appointment
English for beginners
Is English your second language? If you are wanting to learn English, then we can help. Learn English with Eve. All are welcome. Registration by phone 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.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.
Conversational English
Improve your conversational English with Eve and meet new people in the community. All are welcome. Registration by phone 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Scrabble Squad
What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends. All adults welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
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
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, May 13, 2023
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May 13, 2023 -A Take & Make Mother’s Day Event
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May 13, 2023 -Storytime
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May 13, 2023 -Super Saturday
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May 13, 2023 -Poetry Reading: Christopher Heide
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May 13, 2023 -Lego Club
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May 13, 2023 -Meet the Artists: The Attic Painters
A Take & Make Mother’s Day Event
Celebrate Mom or that special someone in your life for Mother’s Day by making a gift at the library. All ages are welcome. Please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details
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.
Super Saturday
Saturdays are made for fun, and the library. Each week we will offer a different activity. We hope to see you at all of them. Ages 3+ June 3 – Picture Book Putt Putt June 10 – Oceans Storytime & Craft June 17 – Mighty Makers June 24 – Get Your Pride On These are […]
Poetry Reading: Christopher Heide
Christopher will read from his most recent work, "It's Not So Simple Now", as well as a selection of poems chosen as a tribute to a dear friend. This is a drop in event. 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.
Meet the Artists: The Attic Painters
The Attic Painters are the creators behind the art exhibit “Captured Moments” running through May and June at the Truro Library. They will be on site to talk with you about their art and the inspiration behind the exhibit. This is a drop-in program. Registration is not required.
Sunday, May 14, 2023
No events on this day.