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 22, 2023
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May 22, 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 23, 2023
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May 23, 2023 -Conversational English
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May 23, 2023 -Homeschoolers Haven
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May 23, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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May 23, 2023 -Heroes & Adventurers
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May 23, 2023 -Media Lab Certification Class
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May 23, 2023 -Crochet Class
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May 23, 2023 -Ewe-niacke Yarn Club
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May 23, 2023 -Family Fort Night
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May 23, 2023 -Podcasting PLUS
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.
Media Lab Certification Class
Curious about the Media Lab and what kind of podcasting, music, photography, and video equipment we have to use? Sign up, take a tour, get certified, and get ready to start using the Media Lab for your own projects! For ages 16+ To register email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
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.
Family Fort Night
Stories are so much better in a blanket fort. We provide the building supplies and snacks. You provide the pillow, blanket or stuffed animal. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Podcasting PLUS
Curious about the world of podcasting and how you could make a podcast in the Media Lab? Join us for an introduction to designing, equipping, recording, editing, hosting, and launching a podcast with a take-home workbook guide and a beginners podcasting technology tutorial in the Media Lab. For ages 16+ To register: email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
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May 24, 2023 -Storytime
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May 24, 2023 -Seniors Social Café!
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May 24, 2023 -Baby Time
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May 24, 2023 -Makers in the Maker Lab
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May 24, 2023 -Satellite Library Visit: Kennetcook Fire Hall
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May 24, 2023 -Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead: Build a Boat
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.
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!
Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead: Build a Boat
Will you make a raft or a rowboat, a cruise ship or a canoe? Transform unusual materials into a boat – and try your best to make it float! Ages 8-14 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.
Thursday, May 25, 2023
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May 25, 2023 -Baby Rhyme Time
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May 25, 2023 -Virtual Author Reading: Cynthia Sweeney
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May 25, 2023 -Crafty Story Time
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May 25, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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May 25, 2023 -Dungeons and Dragons
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May 25, 2023 -Crafternoon
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May 25, 2023 -Dungeons and Dragons
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May 25, 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.
Virtual Author Reading: Cynthia Sweeney
Join us as Cynthia Sweeney reads from her book “The Pink Balloon”. Cynthia is a diversity, equity and inclusion educator, who along with BriAnna Simons wrote The Pink Balloon as a resource for parents and educators who might feel unsure about talking with young children about their identities. To register: email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca You may expect a follow […]
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
Crafternoon
What will you create? Drop in to the children’s area for an unstructured craft time and let your imagination run free! All supplies provided. For ages 5 and up. 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.
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 26, 2023
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May 26, 2023 -Employment Services
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May 26, 2023 -One on One Tech Help
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May 26, 2023 -English for beginners
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May 26, 2023 -Picture Book Junction
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May 26, 2023 -Conversational English
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May 26, 2023 -Scrabble Squad
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May 26, 2023 -Homeschoolers Hangout
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May 26, 2023 -Walking Club
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May 26, 2023 -Homework Hangout
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May 26, 2023 -Lego Masters
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.
Lego Masters
We are challenging you to make an animal out of legos. Stop by and build your animal and have it displayed for the rest of March. Will you make a bird or a squirrel? Why not make up your own animal. Use your imagination and legos to build something fantastical. Ages 5-12 This is a […]
Saturday, May 27, 2023
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May 27, 2023 -Storytime
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May 27, 2023 -Super Saturday
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May 27, 2023 -Soil Health & DIY Soda Bottle Terrarium
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May 27, 2023 -Lego Club
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May 27, 2023 -Flip a Clip Animation
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May 27, 2023 -Spring Flowers
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 […]
Soil Health & DIY Soda Bottle Terrarium
Join student volunteers from Colchester Climate Crew to create your own soda bottle terrarium and pick up a free soil test kit! Learn about soil health, gardening, and local food, and talk to a soil expert about how to make your garden thrive. Bring a clean 2L soda bottle if you can. Families are welcome. […]
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.
Flip a Clip Animation
Are you curious about animation? We will have a local Flip a Clip specialist here to show you how to start your animation adventure. We have several tablets here at the branch for your use but you are welcome to bring your own. For ages 7 and up. This is a drop-in program. No registration […]
Spring Flowers
Brighten your day with beautiful paper flower. This program is for seniors. Registration by phone 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca
Sunday, May 28, 2023
No events on this day.