Dust off your imagination and building skills.  The  blocks are back. Come in and build, explore, and create with hundreds of blocks!  All ages are welcome.  This event is a drop-in

What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends! This is a drop-in program.  No registration is required.

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.

Time to unwind, get your homework done, play on the computer, or just hang out with your friends. For ages 8-15 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

Let’s talk about banned books. Why is a book banned? Is it ok to read a banned book? Join the Banned Book Club and read a banned book. Can we say “banned” too many times? We will be picking our first book to read in September and discussing the book in October. For ages 9-12 […]

Come hang out, grab a snack, play some Mario Kart on our new Nintendo Switch, or make art. Ages 13-18 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

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.

Are you ready to embark on a journey of new friendships and learning? Do you want to celebrate cultures and traditions in their many forms? Join us as we celebrate Welcome Week and provide an opportunity to meet and connect with newcomers to our community. Refreshments will be available. In partnership with YREACH. No registration […]

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.

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.

Join us for story time, songs and social time. Weather permitting outdoor story time. For ages 0-3. Drop-in, no registration required.

Pop by the library to pick up our book to read for October’s book club. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

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.  

Start the school year in style! Use shrink plastic and melty beads to craft and create awesome accessories for your backpack, binders, and more! Ages 8-14 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

Bring your own musical instrument and singing voice. This is an adult program. Drop in no registration required.

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.

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.

Come along and enjoy an hour of fun filled story time and craft. For children ages 2-5 Registration required - Please call at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details

Crazy 8s is not the game you remember! We will be using a new set of rules for adults who want to play this family favorite at a new level of fun and competition. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

Time to unwind, get your homework done, play on the computer, or just hang out with your friends. For ages 8-15 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

It’s Game Day at the library! This month we are playing board games. Come in and try and new board game. For ages 8-15 Register in branch or by email mtuniack@cehpubliclibrary.ca

Come hang out, grab a snack, play some Mario Kart on our new Nintendo Switch, or make art. Ages 13-18 This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

We invite you to explore the practice of mindfulness and enjoy a time of meditation. Learn about how mindfulness can enhance your everyday living. Ages 14+ Please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca to register

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

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.  

What spells F-U-N? Playing Scrabble with friends. All adults welcome. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

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

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.

Time to unwind, get your homework done, play on the computer, or just hang out with your friends. For ages 8-15 This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

Calling all Lego fans! The library has Lego-lots of it!  Stop by and build something fun and fabulous.  We can't wait to see you! All ages are welcome This is a drop-in program.  No registration is required.

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.

Come for some stories and leave with a craft! For ages 3 and up. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

Come and enjoy story time at the library. A great way for your little one to make new friends. For children ages 0-2 This is a drop-in program. Please call us at 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details

Make a beautiful vase for Fall flowers. All seniors are welcome. Registration by phone 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca

Is your tablet confusing? Having trouble downloading an app to your phone or don’t know what an app means? Want to learn more about TikTok? Drop into the library with your questions and we can help. All ages are welcome. No registration is required.

Bring your own device or use one of our computers. This program covers: eReaders/ebooks, basic computer navigation, basic app use, basic cellphone use, basic tablet use, general internet instruction, research and using library electronic resources. Open to all ages. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

This in-person workshop brings people together to explore truths that are integral to the reconciliation process. Guided by experienced facilitators from Santele's Healing Circles, participants are actively involved on a journey through the historic and contemporary relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. The journey spans centuries, from pre-European contact to treaty-making, colonization, resistance, and perseverance. This […]