What’s more fun than board games?  GIANT board games!  Check out our life-sized games . All ages are welcome to play. This is a drop-in program. No registration is required.

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.

Homeschoolers Haven is a place for Homeschool families to meet and share resources. There will be  activities for the children.   For ages 5+ 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 the 1st Crafternoon of the school year and we are making button trees. We will be painting and modge podging so be prepared for a little mess (bring a painting shirt if you have one). For ages 5-15 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.

Help us build something fun with our Sci-STEM Busy Builder pieces. Explore the science of motion! For children ages 5-12 Drop in – Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca for more details

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.

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

Feeling disconnected and a little out of the loop? Maybe some friendly conversation and companionship would help. Drop by the library for our Overbooked Social Time. Snacks and activities will be on offer. This is a drop in program. No registration is required.

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.

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.

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.

Over 50? Want to hangout and socialize with others. Bring a snack or lunch and join us for some casual mingling. 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.  

It’s Science Literacy Week, and this year’s theme is Energy! Explore various cool circuits, including a musical circuit! For ages 8-14 This is a drop in program. No registration is 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

Chat and piece together a jigsaw puzzle. Enjoy some light refreshments while you are here. For seniors. 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.

Learn a new way to express your talents. For ages 8-14 Registration by phone 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca

We are celebrating Science Literacy Month! Science is fun! Technology rocks! Engineering makes things great! Math is #1! What does Karri have in store this month? 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.

Wham! Bang! Pow! Let your inner Superhero out and see who will become Captain Trivia! Sign up solo or assemble a team. For ages 8-12. To register, email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca Register 1 spot per household/device. You will be emailed an invitation link to Zoom and instructions at time of registration.

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

Introverts and extroverts unite. Extroverts come early to socialize and introverts can join us at 6pm. We are spending an hour listening to a true crime podcast and doing some adult coloring. For ages 15-99 (or older)  

Learn to play the Ukulele . This is an ongoing program, but beginners are welcome to join. This is a program for adults. Registration by phone 902-657-3064 or email: tatamago@cehpubliclibrary.ca

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.

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.

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.

There is no school today so we are going to be traveling the world. Join us for some fun and adventure learning about some interesting places. For ages 5-12 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.

Everyone is invited to come, sit and chat about the book of the month! In September we’re reading: Indians on Vacation by Thomas King Register by calling 902-895-4183 or email info@cehpubliclibrary.ca  Expect a follow up email from library staff to make arrangements for print copies.

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.

We are getting ready for all the seasons. We found a craft that can be used all year long. Mark it on your calendar, register, and come crafting with us. This is an adult program. Register in branch or by email mtuniack@cehpubliclibrary.ca

What video game do you like? Help us start a club and share your ideas. Come hang out and talk about games and maybe play some too! For ages 13-18. Drop in – Please call 902-883-9838 or email us at elmsdale@cehpubliclibrary.ca

Enjoy some yummy snacks as you share your thoughts on “Remarkably Bright Creatures” by Shelby Van Pelt.  For ages 18 and up No registration required.