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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260508T110000
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SUMMARY:Insidewalk Cafe
DESCRIPTION:The library is hosting an Insidewalk Cafe.\n\nEveryone is welcome!
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/insidewalk-cafe/
LOCATION:New Waterford Library\, 3390 Plummer Ave\, New Waterford\, Nova Scotia\, B1H 4K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Babies, Toddler & Preschool (0-5),Children (5-12),Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Waterford Library":MAILTO:newwaterford@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260509T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260424T192925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T192925Z
UID:10008219-1778320800-1778328000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Super Saturday: Mother's Day Tea With the Moms
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the New Waterford Library for a fun-filled Super Saturday! This week’s event is: Mother’s Day Tea with the Moms. Kids can make a Mother’s day craft for their caregiver. Tea and sweets for mom. No registration is required and everyone is welcome.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/super-saturday-mothers-day-tea-with-the-moms/
LOCATION:New Waterford Library\, 3390 Plummer Ave\, New Waterford\, Nova Scotia\, B1H 4K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Children (5-12),Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Waterford Library":MAILTO:newwaterford@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260511T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260511T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20250813T163816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T154755Z
UID:10006157-1778513400-1778527800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons
DESCRIPTION:Join our Dungeons and Dragons group (for teens and adults).
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/dungeons-dragons-3/2026-05-11/
LOCATION:Glace Bay Library\, 143 Commercial Street\, Glace Bay\, Nova Scotia\, B1A 3B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Glace Bay Library":MAILTO:glacebay@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260512T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260512T163000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260102T194457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T194457Z
UID:10007081-1778596200-1778603400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? \nDrop-in to the McConnell Library’s Chess Club ~ Tuesdays 2:30-4:30pm \nSome instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean. \n*Note: anyone 8 years old or younger must be supervised by a parent\, guardian\, or responsible caregiver in the library (this includes chess club).
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/chess-club-2/2026-05-12/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260513T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260513T143000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260421T131136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T131237Z
UID:10008175-1778679000-1778682600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:NS Walks Day
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy the benefits of walking and celebrate NS Walks Day! Meet at the McConnell Library for 1:30pm and take an easy stroll around Wentworth Park. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. \nSnacks at the library after the walk. Everyone is welcome!
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/ns-walks-day/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Babies, Toddler & Preschool (0-5),Children (5-12),Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260428T192423Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T160953Z
UID:10008229-1778783400-1778788800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:McConnell Movie Discussion Club - ‘WEIRDOS’
DESCRIPTION:Like a book club… but for movies! \nJoin McConnell staff as we discuss the 2016\, Nova Scotian film ‘WEIRDOS’. This is a registered program and spots are limited so please register below or by calling the Sydney Branch at: 902- 562-3161. Please watch the film in advance as it will not be screened during this event. Streaming for free with your library card on Kanopy. \nMovie description: “During the American Bicentennial weekend\, a 15-year-old Nova Scotia boy runs away with his girlfriend to make a new home with his artistic mother.”
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/mcconnell-movie-discussion-club-weirdos/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/weirdos.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260516T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260424T193233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T193233Z
UID:10008220-1778925600-1778932800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Super Saturday: Elephant Toothpaste Experiment
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the New Waterford Library for a fun-filled Super Saturday! This week’s event is: Elephant Toothpaste Experiment. \nLet’s have fun with Science as we make our own Elephant of toothpaste. No registration is required and everyone is welcome.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/super-saturday-elephant-toothpaste-experiment/
LOCATION:New Waterford Library\, 3390 Plummer Ave\, New Waterford\, Nova Scotia\, B1H 4K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Children (5-12),Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="New Waterford Library":MAILTO:newwaterford@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260519T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260519T163000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260102T194457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T194457Z
UID:10007082-1779201000-1779208200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? \nDrop-in to the McConnell Library’s Chess Club ~ Tuesdays 2:30-4:30pm \nSome instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean. \n*Note: anyone 8 years old or younger must be supervised by a parent\, guardian\, or responsible caregiver in the library (this includes chess club).
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/chess-club-2/2026-05-19/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chess-jan-2026.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260519T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260519T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260423T183806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T124158Z
UID:10008223-1779204600-1779210000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Homework Hangout
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Middle School student in the Glace Bay area? Join NSCC Social Service students for some help with your homework\, have a snack and hangout. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/homework-hangout/2026-05-19/
LOCATION:Glace Bay Library\, 143 Commercial Street\, Glace Bay\, Nova Scotia\, B1A 3B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Homework.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Glace Bay Library":MAILTO:glacebay@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260520T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260520T163000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260423T145745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T161200Z
UID:10008187-1779291000-1779294600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:The Bracelet Bar: Jewelry Craft Days
DESCRIPTION:Join NSCC Social Service students at the Glace Bay Library for a jewelry making event. Jewelry craft stations will be available with an assortment of beads\, strings\, charms\, elastics\, and threads.  Snacks and drinks are provided. This program is meant for tweens ages 10-14 and registration is required. Please phone the Glace Bay Library at: 902-849-8657 to reserve your spot!
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/the-bracelet-bar-jewelry-craft-days/
LOCATION:Glace Bay Library\, 143 Commercial Street\, Glace Bay\, Nova Scotia\, B1A 3B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Glace Bay Library":MAILTO:glacebay@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260522T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260522T110000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260513T185637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T120922Z
UID:10008274-1779445800-1779447600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Sugarwoods- ECMA Children's Artist of the Year Nominee
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at the Sydney library for a fun pop up concert from ECMA Children’s Artist of the Year Nominee: “Sugarwoods!” \nSugarwoods Founder Emma McMullin is an Artist\, Educator\, and Producer based in Georgetown\, Texas.  Hailing from the east coast of Canada\, McMullin was awarded the Governor General’s Medal of Canada in 2006 for Leadership in the Arts. \nAs a folk singer & songwriter\, McMullin publishes under Sugarwoods.  Their group received an ECMA Nomination for Children’s Artist of the Year (2026).  As a solo performer\, Emma McMullin has been featured on CBC Radio One’s Songwriter’s Circle and awarded the Northrop Frye prize for Excellence in Songwriting.  Ms. McMullin is the founder of Good JuJu Records\, LLC\, where she produces music for everyone *but mostly for kids.  Her first full-length album\, Kind + Wild (published under Sugarwoods)\, is set to release Spring 2026.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/sugarwoods-music-for-kids/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Babies, Toddler & Preschool (0-5),Children (5-12),Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260523T103000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260513T185834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T120835Z
UID:10008275-1779530400-1779532200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Sugarwoods- ECMA Children's Artist of the Year Nominee
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at the Glace Bay library for a fun pop up concert from ECMA Children’s Artist of the Year Nominee Sugarwoods! \nSugarwoods Founder Emma McMullin is an Artist\, Educator\, and Producer based in Georgetown\, Texas.  Hailing from the east coast of Canada\, McMullin was awarded the Governor General’s Medal of Canada in 2006 for Leadership in the Arts. \nAs a folk singer & songwriter\, McMullin publishes under Sugarwoods.  Their group received an ECMA Nomination for Children’s Artist of the Year (2026).  As a solo performer\, Emma McMullin has been featured on CBC Radio One’s Songwriter’s Circle and awarded the Northrop Frye prize for Excellence in Songwriting.  Ms. McMullin is the founder of Good JuJu Records\, LLC\, where she produces music for everyone *but mostly for kids.  Her first full-length album\, Kind + Wild (published under Sugarwoods)\, is set to release Spring 2026. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/sugarwoods-music-for-kids-2/
LOCATION:Glace Bay Library\, 143 Commercial Street\, Glace Bay\, Nova Scotia\, B1A 3B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Babies, Toddler & Preschool (0-5),Children (5-12),Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/SugarwoodsPost.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Glace Bay Library":MAILTO:glacebay@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260424T193503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T193717Z
UID:10008221-1779530400-1779537600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Super Saturday: Birdhouse Craft
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the New Waterford Library for a fun-filled Super Saturday! This week’s event is: Birdhouse Craft. Join us as we make some beautiful birdhouse out of cardstock. No registration is required and everyone is welcome.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/super-saturday-birdhouse-craft/
LOCATION:New Waterford Library\, 3390 Plummer Ave\, New Waterford\, Nova Scotia\, B1H 4K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Children (5-12),Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/SUPER.png
ORGANIZER;CN="New Waterford Library":MAILTO:newwaterford@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260523T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260523T123000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260513T190044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T120744Z
UID:10008276-1779537600-1779539400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Sugarwoods- ECMA Children's Artist of the Year Nominee
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at the New Waterford library for a fun pop up concert from ECMA Children’s Artist of the Year Nominee Sugarwoods! \nSugarwoods Founder Emma McMullin is an Artist\, Educator\, and Producer based in Georgetown\, Texas.  Hailing from the east coast of Canada\, McMullin was awarded the Governor General’s Medal of Canada in 2006 for Leadership in the Arts. \nAs a folk singer & songwriter\, McMullin publishes under Sugarwoods.  Their group received an ECMA Nomination for Children’s Artist of the Year (2026).  As a solo performer\, Emma McMullin has been featured on CBC Radio One’s Songwriter’s Circle and awarded the Northrop Frye prize for Excellence in Songwriting.  Ms. McMullin is the founder of Good JuJu Records\, LLC\, where she produces music for everyone *but mostly for kids.  Her first full-length album\, Kind + Wild (published under Sugarwoods)\, is set to release Spring 2026. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/sugarwoods-music-for-kids-3/
LOCATION:New Waterford Library\, 3390 Plummer Ave\, New Waterford\, Nova Scotia\, B1H 4K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Babies, Toddler & Preschool (0-5),Children (5-12),Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/SugarwoodsPost.png
ORGANIZER;CN="New Waterford Library":MAILTO:newwaterford@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260525T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260514T162004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T162004Z
UID:10008341-1779721200-1779728400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Classical Chill
DESCRIPTION:Every Monday from 3 to 5pm\, our program room will have soft\, inspiring classical music playing so you can read\, relax and enjoy with the greats. \nNo need to register\, walk in and leave whenever you like.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/classical-chill/2026-05-25/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/classical.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260525T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260525T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20250813T163816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T154755Z
UID:10006159-1779723000-1779737400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons
DESCRIPTION:Join our Dungeons and Dragons group (for teens and adults).
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/dungeons-dragons-3/2026-05-25/
LOCATION:Glace Bay Library\, 143 Commercial Street\, Glace Bay\, Nova Scotia\, B1A 3B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="Glace Bay Library":MAILTO:glacebay@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260526T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260526T163000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260102T194457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T194457Z
UID:10007083-1779805800-1779813000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? \nDrop-in to the McConnell Library’s Chess Club ~ Tuesdays 2:30-4:30pm \nSome instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean. \n*Note: anyone 8 years old or younger must be supervised by a parent\, guardian\, or responsible caregiver in the library (this includes chess club).
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/chess-club-2/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chess-jan-2026.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260526T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260526T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260423T183806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T124158Z
UID:10008224-1779809400-1779814800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Homework Hangout
DESCRIPTION:Are you a Middle School student in the Glace Bay area? Join NSCC Social Service students for some help with your homework\, have a snack and hangout. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/homework-hangout/2026-05-26/
LOCATION:Glace Bay Library\, 143 Commercial Street\, Glace Bay\, Nova Scotia\, B1A 3B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Homework.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Glace Bay Library":MAILTO:glacebay@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260526T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260526T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260423T192213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T192757Z
UID:10008190-1779816600-1779823800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Spring Craft Supply Swap
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for our Spring Craft Supply Swap! \nWhy buy new when you can swap? Clear out your “someday” stash and refresh your creative materials with us!  \nHere’s how it works:\nBring bags/boxes of crafting supplies to the McConnell Library between Monday\, April 27th and Friday\, May 15th and receive a voucher to use to “shop” for the same number of bags on Tuesday\, May 26th from 5:30 – 7:30pm. This period is for voucher holders only.  \nThe public giveaway will occur on Wednesday May 27th from 10-12pm while supplies last!  \nAll items should be clean\, usable\, and in good condition.   \n✅ We accept:  cardstock\, fabric\, stickers\, scrapbooking supplies\, paint/brushes\, stamps\, markers\, colouring books\, Cardstock/patterned paper\, Crochet hooks\, yarn\, Polyfill stuffing\, Cricut supplies/leftover vinyl or iron-on and other assorted crafting supplies.  \n🚫 We will not accept: Partial glue bottles\, dried-out pens\, unorganized supplies\, or dangerous chemicals.   \n❓ Not sure if an item is eligible? Leave a comment and we’ll let you know!  \nPlease BYOB (Bring Your Own Bag)! Any leftover items will be used to support programming at the Cape Breton Regional Library.  
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/spring-craft-supply-swap/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Craft-swap.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260527T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260527T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260506T160606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260506T160606Z
UID:10008250-1779877800-1779883200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Coffee and Muffins
DESCRIPTION:Come make some new friends\, enjoy conversation and have a snack.  \n Everyone welcome. \n  \n   \n  \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/coffee-and-muffins/2026-05-27/
LOCATION:Sydney Mines Library\, 1 Fraser Ave\, Sydney Mines\, Nova Scotia\, B1V 0A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Babies, Toddler & Preschool (0-5),Children (5-12),Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Insidewalk-cafe.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260528T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260528T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260330T135434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T162023Z
UID:10008038-1779993000-1779996600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Free & Open Source Software: What it is\, what it isn't\, and what it can do for you
DESCRIPTION:Join Mandy Ardelli-Roy for a casual\, interactive presentation about what free and open source software can do for you. \nDo you want to prolong the life of an old device? Maybe it’s telling you that you need a new operating system. If you want to avoid buying a new device and contributing to e-waste there are alternative free operating systems that you can use! Join Mandy to learn about Linux Mint\, and a variety of other programs and apps that might be useful to you. Can’t afford to pay for Microsoft Office? There are free office alternatives that Mandy can teach you about! Let’s simplify tech\, to save money and sanity. \nThis is a registered program. Please sign up below using your email or by calling the Sydney Branch at: 902-562-3161 to reserve your spot!
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/free-open-source-software-what-it-is-what-it-isnt-and-what-it-can-do-for-you/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260530T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260530T120000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260424T194545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T194545Z
UID:10008222-1780135200-1780142400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Super Saturday: Season End Glow Party!
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the New Waterford Library for a fun-filled Super Saturday! This week’s event is: Season End Glow Party! Wear your neon shirt and come have some glowing fun as we celebrate a wonderful year of Super Saturday before our summer break. No registration is required and everyone is welcome.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/super-saturday-season-end-glow-party/
LOCATION:New Waterford Library\, 3390 Plummer Ave\, New Waterford\, Nova Scotia\, B1H 4K4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Babies, Toddler & Preschool (0-5),Children (5-12),Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/SUPER-glow.png
ORGANIZER;CN="New Waterford Library":MAILTO:newwaterford@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260530T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260530T130000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260526T192529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T192529Z
UID:10008628-1780138800-1780146000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Saturday Strollings
DESCRIPTION:A program partnership with Victoria County Recreation. \nWeekly walks with picnics to various locations\, nearby and further afield. \nMeet at the Baddeck Library at 11AM. \nFor more information call the library 902-295-2055.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/saturday-strollings/2026-05-30/
LOCATION:Baddeck Library\, 520 Chebucto St\, Baddeck\, Nova Scotia\, B0E 1B0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Babies, Toddler & Preschool (0-5),Children (5-12),Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Walks-image-for-web.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Baddeck Library":MAILTO:baddeck@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260522T174913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T174913Z
UID:10008351-1780272000-1780358399@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!
DESCRIPTION:Spring has sprung!\n\nWhile spring cleaning around your homes and gardens this season\, Cape Breton Regional Library hopes that you will consider donating some plants and gently-used items for our upcoming Plant and Yard Sale fundraiser.\n\nThere is great environmental impact when you pass your gently-used items on to someone else who could use them. Also\, when cutting back your perennials for optimum growth\, sharing these cuttings will bring great joy to others and add variety to their gardens.\n\nIf you would like to contribute something to CBRL’s Plant and Yard Sale\, please bring your gently-used items and labeled plants in soil to Library Headquarters on Charlotte Street between June 1st and June 10th from 10:00am to 4:00pm.\n\nIf you would like to shop for some great deals\, please join us on sale day:\nSaturday\, June 13th from 10am – 2pm. Cash only please. All proceeds support CBRL programs and services.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/cbrl-plant-yard-sale-call-for-donations/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/yardsaledonate.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260601T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260601T170000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260514T162004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T162004Z
UID:10008342-1780326000-1780333200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Classical Chill
DESCRIPTION:Every Monday from 3 to 5pm\, our program room will have soft\, inspiring classical music playing so you can read\, relax and enjoy with the greats. \nNo need to register\, walk in and leave whenever you like.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/classical-chill/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/classical.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260601T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260601T193000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20250813T163816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T154755Z
UID:10006160-1780327800-1780342200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Dungeons & Dragons
DESCRIPTION:Join our Dungeons and Dragons group (for teens and adults).
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/dungeons-dragons-3/2026-06-01/
LOCATION:Glace Bay Library\, 143 Commercial Street\, Glace Bay\, Nova Scotia\, B1A 3B9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/D-and-D-IMAGE.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Glace Bay Library":MAILTO:glacebay@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260603
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260522T174913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T174913Z
UID:10008352-1780394400-1780430400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!
DESCRIPTION:Spring has sprung!\n\nWhile spring cleaning around your homes and gardens this season\, Cape Breton Regional Library hopes that you will consider donating some plants and gently-used items for our upcoming Plant and Yard Sale fundraiser.\n\nThere is great environmental impact when you pass your gently-used items on to someone else who could use them. Also\, when cutting back your perennials for optimum growth\, sharing these cuttings will bring great joy to others and add variety to their gardens.\n\nIf you would like to contribute something to CBRL’s Plant and Yard Sale\, please bring your gently-used items and labeled plants in soil to Library Headquarters on Charlotte Street between June 1st and June 10th from 10:00am to 4:00pm.\n\nIf you would like to shop for some great deals\, please join us on sale day:\nSaturday\, June 13th from 10am – 2pm. Cash only please. All proceeds support CBRL programs and services.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/cbrl-plant-yard-sale-call-for-donations/2026-06-02/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/yardsaledonate.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260602T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260602T191716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T191716Z
UID:10008883-1780394400-1780430400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Imperfectly Perfect: An Art Giveaway Table (call for donations)
DESCRIPTION:Do you have artwork hiding in your studio that you would never hang in a gallery? Not good enough to sell? Maybe an uneven mug or a painting that didn’t work? \nWe want it! \nWe are hosting a perfectly imperfect giveaway table- a community event where artists donate “not for sale works” and people are invited to take them. \nThis is about: reducing waste\, celebrating process over perfection\, making art accessible to everyone\, letting go of creative guilt\, and sparking joy in unexpected ways. \nWhat we are looking for: \n-Knit\, hooked\, woven and sewn textiles. \n-Paintings\, drawings\, prints and mixed media. \n-Small sculptures \n  \nDrop off details: Drop off anytime June 2nd to June 6th to Baddeck Public library (520 Chebucto St\, Baddeck) Feel free to include your name\, title\, and medium in a short note. \n  \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/imperfectly-perfect-an-art-giveaway-table-call-for-donations/2026-06-02/
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/artdonationcall.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260603
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260604
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260522T174913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260522T174913Z
UID:10008353-1780480800-1780516800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!
DESCRIPTION:Spring has sprung!\n\nWhile spring cleaning around your homes and gardens this season\, Cape Breton Regional Library hopes that you will consider donating some plants and gently-used items for our upcoming Plant and Yard Sale fundraiser.\n\nThere is great environmental impact when you pass your gently-used items on to someone else who could use them. Also\, when cutting back your perennials for optimum growth\, sharing these cuttings will bring great joy to others and add variety to their gardens.\n\nIf you would like to contribute something to CBRL’s Plant and Yard Sale\, please bring your gently-used items and labeled plants in soil to Library Headquarters on Charlotte Street between June 1st and June 10th from 10:00am to 4:00pm.\n\nIf you would like to shop for some great deals\, please join us on sale day:\nSaturday\, June 13th from 10am – 2pm. Cash only please. All proceeds support CBRL programs and services.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/cbrl-plant-yard-sale-call-for-donations/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/yardsaledonate.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260613T093911
CREATED:20260602T191716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T191716Z
UID:10008884-1780480800-1780516800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Imperfectly Perfect: An Art Giveaway Table (call for donations)
DESCRIPTION:Do you have artwork hiding in your studio that you would never hang in a gallery? Not good enough to sell? Maybe an uneven mug or a painting that didn’t work? \nWe want it! \nWe are hosting a perfectly imperfect giveaway table- a community event where artists donate “not for sale works” and people are invited to take them. \nThis is about: reducing waste\, celebrating process over perfection\, making art accessible to everyone\, letting go of creative guilt\, and sparking joy in unexpected ways. \nWhat we are looking for: \n-Knit\, hooked\, woven and sewn textiles. \n-Paintings\, drawings\, prints and mixed media. \n-Small sculptures \n  \nDrop off details: Drop off anytime June 2nd to June 6th to Baddeck Public library (520 Chebucto St\, Baddeck) Feel free to include your name\, title\, and medium in a short note. \n  \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/imperfectly-perfect-an-art-giveaway-table-call-for-donations/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Nova Scotia
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/artdonationcall.png
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