Celebrate Family Literacy Day and all the ways that families learn together! The theme for FLD 2026 is: Make Mealtime Family Learning Time. Library staff will be sharing stories and activities with participants and there will be a pancake party break too! This program is for kids and their parents/ caregivers. Stories and activities will… Read More »Family Literacy Day Pancake Party
Join McConnell staff for a cinematic double-feature afternoon at your local library! 12pm - “The Dark Crystal” (1982): In this groundbreaking fantasy epic from Jim Henson and Frank Oz, the peaceful world of Thra is threatened by the evil Skeksis, who rule through the power of the shattered Dark Crystal. A young Gelfling named Jen… Read More »McConnell Movie Marathon – Teen Edition
Drop in, join friends and have fun getting creative with Lego. Registration is not required. When: Every Friday in January & February from 2:00 - 4:30 pm All ages welcome (under 8 yrs. must be accompanied by an adult). Note: Unexpected library closures will be posted on CBRL.ca and the Victoria North Regional Library Facebook… Read More »Lego Fun Fridays
Join us at the Sydney Mines Library to paint a rock for your garden or windowsill. Paint flowers, pets or your favorite character, it's up to you! It is recommended that you wear old clothes or a paint shirt. Spots are limited, so please contact the Sydney Mines branch to register at: 902-736-3219.
We have the tiny art easels and art supplies ~ bring your imagination and let's see what art we can create. Open to all. No registration required.
Use the provided materials to make a suggested craft. Staff will explain and assist if needed. Dates: January 17 & 31 February 14 & 28 Time: 1:15 - 3:30 pm Registration is not required. For children/families (under 8 yrs. must be accompanied by an adult) Note: Unexpected library closures will be posted on CBRL.ca… Read More »Saturday Crafting Fun (Self-directed)
The NS Public Health Mobile Unit will be set-up at the McConnell Library from 10:30am - 4pm on Monday, Feb. 2nd Booked appointments are recommended. Limited drop-ins available. COVID-19, Influenza & RSV Vaccines - book online: novascotia.ca/vaccination COVID-19 & Influenza Tests - book online: covidbooking.nshealth.ca Book Vaccines or Tests by phone 1-833-797-7772 Shingles & Pneumococcal… Read More »Public Health Mobile Unit – All Ages Vaccination and Testing Clinic
Join our Dungeons and Dragons group (for teens and adults).
Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? Drop-in to the McConnell Library's Chess Club ~ Tuesdays 2:30-4:30pm Some instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean. *Note: anyone 8 years old or younger must be supervised by a parent, guardian, or responsible caregiver in the library (this includes chess… Read More »Chess Club
Spread the Love with Heart-Shaped Cookies! Kids will layer chocolate chips and other lovely ingredients to create their own Valentine Cookie-in-a-Jar, decorate the jar, practice reading, writing, and math skills, and take home a heart-shaped cookie cutter for fun baking! Children (8+), tweens & teens Registration required. Call 902-849-8657 or email glacebay@cbrl.ca *Please let us… Read More »Valentine Cookie-in-a-Jar
Get Creative. Get Crafty. Get Junky! Come hang out and get creative at our drop-in junk journaling session, open to anyone 16 and up! Whether you're a seasoned journaler or just curious to try it out, this is a relaxed space to play with paper, explore your creativity, and maybe even swap supplies with fellow… Read More »Junk Journaling Drop In
Drop in, join friends and have fun getting creative with Lego. Registration is not required. When: Every Friday in January & February from 2:00 - 4:30 pm All ages welcome (under 8 yrs. must be accompanied by an adult). Note: Unexpected library closures will be posted on CBRL.ca and the Victoria North Regional Library Facebook… Read More »Lego Fun Fridays
Join us at the Sydney Mines Library to paint a rock for your garden or windowsill. Paint flowers, pets or your favorite character, it's up to you! It is recommended that you wear old clothes or a paint shirt. Spots are limited, so please contact the Sydney Mines branch to register at: 902-736-3219.
Join CBU students for Valentine Card Making. Drop in to make Valentine cards that will be distributed to senior home residents in CBRM! All ages welcome. Supplies will be provided. A card drop-off box will be available at the McConnell Library from Feb. 7-11*
Join Mariah and Ray to hear about their projects funded by the CBRM Creative Catalyst Fund. A brief talk by each artist on their process and work; followed by a viewing gallery of ceramics and landscape paintings created in Cape Breton.
We’re bringing the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 to the library with a a few event screenings. Join us at the McConnell Library as we present CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of the Opening Ceremony. #MilanoCortina2026
Join our Dungeons and Dragons group (for teens and adults).
Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? Drop-in to the McConnell Library's Chess Club ~ Tuesdays 2:30-4:30pm Some instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean. *Note: anyone 8 years old or younger must be supervised by a parent, guardian, or responsible caregiver in the library (this includes chess… Read More »Chess Club
Cheer on Team Canada! We’re bringing the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 to the library with a few event screenings. Join us at the McConnell Library as we present CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of Women's Hockey - CANADA vs USA. #MilanoCortina2026 *Note CBC/ Radio-Canada’s final broadcast schedule can be fluid… Read More »Women’s Hockey (CANADA vs USA)
Cheer on Team Canada! We’re bringing the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 to the library with a few event screenings. Join us at the McConnell Library as we present CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of Figure Skating (Ice Dance). #MilanoCortina2026 *Note CBC/ Radio-Canada's final broadcast schedule can be fluid up to… Read More »Figure Skating (Ice Dance)