Love is sweet, but cookies are sweeter. Join us for a Valentine’s Cookie Decorating kids program filled with frosting, sprinkles, story time, and lots of love at the Sydney Mines Library! For children ages 5-12 years old. Registration required. Call 902-736-3219 or email sydneymines@cbrl.ca Please let us know about any food allergies or dietary restrictions… Read More »Valentine’s Cookie Decorating
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)
Children and their caregivers are welcome to join us this Valentine’s day. We will be making cuddly no-sew heart pillows and enjoying some treats. Registration not required.
Are you an avid puzzler looking for a fresh challenge? Do you tend to finish a puzzle once and then tuck it away in a closet, never to be seen again? Then you should participate in the McConnell Library Puzzle Swap! It’s a great way to exchange a completed puzzle for one that is new… Read More »Puzzle Swap (drop off)
Join us at the New Waterford Library for "Senior Safety Talk: Winter Road Safety" hosted by Community Officer Gary Fraser and Senior Safety Navigator Barry Gordon. Spots are limited so please call the library to register at: 902-862-2892.
Newcomers are invited to practice their English language skills in a conversational setting with volunteers from the community. This is a drop in event, no registration is needed.
Spend an afternoon relaxing at the library with your favourite yarn crafts. Work on your own knitting or crocheting craft or follow along with an instructor from the Warm Your Bones festival to learn how to make a basic washcloth or a yarn wrap rainbow. Some yarn, knitting needles, and crochet hooks are provided but… Read More »Knits & Knots: Cozy Crafting at the Library
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
Drop-in to the North Sydney Library for some Lego time every Tuesday from 3:00-4:00. Ages 5 and up.
Join us for a fun-filled family program at the library designed for curious minds and hungry tummies! For ages 5-12 (with a parent, guardian, or caregiver). Here's whats on the menu: ● Storytime to encourage kids to fall in love with fruits and veggies. ● Team up to make a Green Monster Smoothie with Food… Read More »Pages to Plates #4: Green Monster Smoothie
Bring your knitting or crocheting and craft with others. Open to all adults. No registration required.
Newcomers are invited to practice their English language skills in a conversational setting with volunteers from the community. Every Tuesday from 6:30-7:30pm at the Glace Bay Library.
Are you an avid puzzler looking for a fresh challenge? Do you tend to finish a puzzle once and then tuck it away in a closet, never to be seen again? Then you should participate in the McConnell Library Puzzle Swap! It’s a great way to exchange a completed puzzle for one that is new… Read More »Puzzle Swap (drop off)
Tea and Trivia ~ Wednesdays at 10:30am Open to adults. Registration is required. Phone 902-862-2892 for more information, or to register.
A fun, drop-in story-time to introduce babies to books, songs, rhymes and play at their library! This drop-in is for parents/ caregivers and babies up to 18 months.
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.
The Art Dragons are back for another beginner paint session: paint a snowman. Paint supplies will be provided. Registration is required - register in the space below. ~~ About the Art Dragon Society: a non-profit group created by people with mental illness and artistic ability with the aim of finding ways to bring people together… Read More »Beginner Paint (for adults)
Drop in to the Glace Bay Library to make and play with your own fake snow!
Newcomers are invited to practice their English language skills in a conversational setting with volunteers from the community. This is a drop in event, no registration is needed.
