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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 15, 2023
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May 15, 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 16, 2023
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May 16, 2023 -Conversational English
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May 16, 2023 -Homeschoolers Haven
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May 16, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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May 16, 2023 -Heroes & Adventurers
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May 16, 2023 -Crochet Class
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May 16, 2023 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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May 16, 2023 -Chimney Swifts: coming to a chimney near you
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.
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.
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.
Chimney Swifts: coming to a chimney near you
Join Birds Canada to learn interesting facts about Chimney Swifts, why these provincially endangered birds are disappearing from our skies, and what we can do to help. After the presentation, we will have a chance to watch Chimney Swifts return to their roost chimney at the Truro Library for the night. All ages are welcome. […]
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
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May 17, 2023 -Seniors Social Time
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May 17, 2023 -Storytime
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May 17, 2023 -Parents and Tots Social Time
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May 17, 2023 -Baby Time
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May 17, 2023 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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May 17, 2023 -Satellite Library Visit: Middle Stewiacke Recreation Centre
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May 17, 2023 -Teen Jeopardy!
Seniors Social Time
Interested in getting out regularly and meeting some new folks? Our bi-weekly seniors craft and social time is open to all. 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.
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.
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!
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Teen Jeopardy!
There’s a trivia topic for everyone at Teen Jeopardy! Test your knowledge as an individual or as a team and keep your eye on the prize! Ages 13-18 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Thursday, May 18, 2023
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May 18, 2023 -Baby Rhyme Time
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May 18, 2023 -Tales for Tots
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May 18, 2023 -Crafty Story Time
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May 18, 2023 -Story time and craft
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May 18, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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May 18, 2023 -Dungeons and Dragons
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May 18, 2023 -Rock painting for kids!
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May 18, 2023 -Adult Board Games Night
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May 18, 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
Story time and craft
Explore new books and craft ideas. For pre-primary age. Registration by phone 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@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
Rock painting for kids!
Make your own tic tac toe game with painted rock. For ages 8-14 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, May 19, 2023
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May 19, 2023 -Employment Services
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May 19, 2023 -One on One Tech Help
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May 19, 2023 -English for beginners
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May 19, 2023 -Picture Book Junction
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May 19, 2023 -Conversational English
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May 19, 2023 -Injury Prevention and Pain Managment work shop
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May 19, 2023 -Scrabble Squad
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May 19, 2023 -Walking Club
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May 19, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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May 19, 2023 -Dungeons and Dragons
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
Injury Prevention and Pain Managment work shop
Pip Strachan, Physiotherapist, will be here to answer questions and offer tips on how to prevent injury and manage pain. To register please call 902 657 3064 or email: tatmago@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.
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.
Dungeons and Dragons
Join the adventure to the lost mine of Phandelver. Avoid the Black Spider. Encounter goblins and other creatures as you try to find the lost mine. Your adventure awaits. For ages 10-15 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.
Saturday, May 20, 2023
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May 20, 2023 -Storytime
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May 20, 2023 -Seedling Swap
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May 20, 2023 -Super Saturday
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May 20, 2023 -Consort Players
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May 20, 2023 -Intro to Macra-MAY
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.
Seedling Swap
Bring your extra seedlings, cuttings, rhizomes and bulbs to swap! All are welcome to participate. This is a drop-in program.
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 […]
Consort Players
Drop in and hear the Consort Players serenade us with their music! We invite all ages to join us on the second floor. This is a drop-in program, no registration is required.
Intro to Macra-MAY
One of the best things about macramé is that you only need to know a handful of knots to create anything from the simplest design to intricate masterpieces. Learn the basic knots of macramé on May 6 and on May 20 you can make your own plant hanger. For ages 8 and up. To register: […]
Sunday, May 21, 2023
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