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… 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… Read More »Lego Fun Fridays
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… 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… 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… 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,… 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… 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… Read More »Lego Fun Fridays
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 the watch party at the Baddeck… Read More »Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 – Opening Ceremony LIVE
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.… Read More »Valentine Card Making
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… Read More »Land & Sea: an Afternoon of Art & Craft with Mariah Hudec & Ray Smith
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… Read More »Watch the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 – Opening Ceremony
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… 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… 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… Read More »Women’s Hockey (CANADA vs USA)
Join us from 10:30am -12 noon Feb. 11, 18, 25 and March 4 to meet new friends, enjoy conversation and have a snack. Everyone welcome.
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… Read More »Figure Skating (Ice Dance)