Self-directed Craft Activity
2025-11-12, 2025-11-19 | Sydney Mines Library, 1 Fraser Ave, Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, B1V 0A9, Canada
A new craft idea is available each Wednesday. This is an all-ages, drop-in any time activity.
Children under ten must be accompanied by an adult.
We provide craft supplies and a sample suggestion of a craft to make.
Check for new crafts on these Wednesdays: November 5, 12, 19, 26, December 3, 10.

Tea & Trivia
2025-11-12 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-11-19 10:30 - 11:30 (America/Halifax) | New Waterford Library, 3390 Plummer Ave, New Waterford, Nova Scotia, B1H 4K4, Canada
Back by popular demand Tea & Trivia!
Join the crew and put your trivia skills to the test.
Registration required 902-862-2892.

Babies & Books
2025-11-12 10:30 - 11:30 | Sydney Mines Library, 1 Fraser Ave, Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, B1V 0A9, Canada
Stories, rhymes, and playtime for babies 0-18 months, and parents and caregivers.
Space is limited. Call the Sydney Mines Library to register 902-736-3219.
Come enjoy a relaxing and fun Wednesday morning with your baby or toddler.

Letter Writing Social
2025-11-12 13:00 - 15:00, 2025-11-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Baddeck Library, 520 Chebucto St, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0, Canada
Join us for a weekly Letter Writing Social. We supply the pens, beautiful stationery, stamps, and a quiet place in which to get in touch with loved ones far away.

Wood Owl Craft
2025-11-12 18:00 - 18:30 | Glace Bay Library, 143 Commercial Street, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, B1A 3B9, Canada
Come on in and see Whoooo can make a cutest wood owl.
Please register by phoning Glace Bay Library 902-849-8657

Insidewalk Cafe
2025-11-13 10:30 - 12:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
The InSidewalk Cafe had such a wonderful time at the Glace Bay Library. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made it so special!
Now, as the days grow shorter and November invites us to slow down, we’re excited to bring that same cozy energy to the McConnell Library (Sydney) for the last three Thursdays of November, right when we all need to catch our breaths before the holidays hit.

Stop by for hot coffee, muffins, whole fruit, and gluten-free options, while supplies last.

Whether you’re taking a quiet moment, meeting a friend, or simply enjoying the season, we’d love to welcome you.

Come by: November 13th, 20th, 27th from 10:30am to 12pm.

All ages welcome.

Gratefully supported by the Province of Nova Scotia.

Love programs like this? Help the Library support the community by donating food items to its Community Cupboards.
Every gesture, every contribution, no matter the size, can help bring hope to someone.
Learn more at https://cbrl.ca/services/community-cupboards/

Fibre Lunch
2025-11-13 13:00 - 15:00 | North Sydney Library, 309 Commercial St, North Sydney, Nova Scotia, B2A 1B9, Canada
Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation.

Canadian Dental Care Plan Information session
2025-11-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is helping make the cost of dental care more affordable for eligible Canadian residents. A representative from Service Canada will be at the Library to share information about the Canadian Dental Care Plan, eligibility, how to apply and to answer questions.

English Conversation Group
2025-11-13 18:30 - 19:30 | Glace Bay Library, 143 Commercial Street, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, B1A 3B9, Canada
Newcomers are invited to practice their English language skills in a conversational setting with volunteers from the community.
Every second Thursday at Glace Bay Library 6:30 – 7:30

Fauna of a Tropical Paradise: Beth Kent
2025-11-13 18:30 - 20:00 | Baddeck Library, 520 Chebucto St, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0, Canada
Local naturalist Beth Kent will present a very small sampling of the amazing wildlife of Costa Rica. Come enjoy a Central American armchair adventure!

Story Time for Tots
2025-11-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Ingonish Library, 35938 Cabot Trail, Ingonish, Nova Scotia, B0C 1K0, Canada
Babies, toddlers, preschoolers & their caregivers may visit the library on Friday mornings from 10:00–11:15 for stories, rhymes and social time.
After story time there are age-appropriate toys & books for everyone to enjoy.No registration required
Fridays: 10:00 – 11:00 beginning Oct. 31
Dates are: October 31 – Feel free to dress up for Halloween!
November 7, 14, 21,December 5, 12

Please note the library is closed Friday November 28 for a staff inservice. There is no story time on the 28th.

Eat Well, Age Well with Healthy NS
2025-11-14 10:00 - 11:30 | New Waterford Library, 3390 Plummer Ave, New Waterford, Nova Scotia, B1H 4K4, Canada
Healthy eating is important at any age, but it plays a key role in promoting physical and
emotional wellness as you get older. Come learn about key nutrients, foods and habits
to help you eat well as you age.
This session will be screened on Friday, November 14th from 10 – 11:30am in the New
Waterford Library.
Learn more about Healthy NS: HealthyNS Online Health and Wellness Programs

Story Time
2025-11-14 10:30 - 11:00 | Louisbourg Library, 10 Upper Warren St, Louisbourg, Nova Scotia, B1C 1M6, Canada
Join library staff for stories, rhymes, and songs. The story time activities are largely aimed at toddlers and preschoolers and their parents (or caregivers), but babies are also welcome and we have age-appropriate toys and books for all!

No registration for this fun activity. Drop-in.

If you have any questions, email louisbourg@cbrl.ca.

Friday Crafternoon
2025-11-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Baddeck Library, 520 Chebucto St, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0, Canada
Knit, stitch, crochet or even decoupage — all are welcome at our Friday Crafternoon.

Join us Fridays from 1:00-3:00 with your latest project to share, get help or just craft in company.

Tea and cookies will be served.

Some materials and tools for beginners who just want to get started.

Hope to see you there!

Women's Knitting Social
2025-11-14 13:30 - 15:30 | Glace Bay Library, 143 Commercial Street, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, B1A 3B9, Canada
Glace Bay Library’s Knitting Club Social is back for the fall.
Bring your project, have a cuppa’ and a great social afternoon.

Lego Fun
2025-11-14 14:00 - 16:30 | Ingonish Library, 35938 Cabot Trail, Ingonish, Nova Scotia, B0C 1K0, Canada
Drop in, join friends and have fun getting creative with our Lego.
Dates are November 7, 14, 21, 28, December 5, 12
All ages welcome Children under 10 yrs. must be accompanied by an adult.
No registration required

Saturday Crafting Fun (Self-directed)
2025-11-15 01:15 - 15:15 | Ingonish Library, 35938 Cabot Trail, Ingonish, Nova Scotia, B0C 1K0, Canada
Drop into the library Saturdays between 1:15-3:15.
What: Use the provided materials to make a suggested craft. There will be a different craft each week. Staff will explain and assist if needed.
This program is for Children & families – Children under 10 yrs. must be accompanied by an adult
No registration required. Begins November 8 until December 13.

Make your own slime
2025-11-15 10:00 - 12:00 | New Waterford Library, 3390 Plummer Ave, New Waterford, Nova Scotia, B1H 4K4, Canada
Join us as we venture into the world of creating your very own slime.

No registration required.

Open to all ages.

Saturday Fun: Dinosaurs
2025-11-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
Dig for dinosaurs at the McConnell Library! Make some dino crafts!

Super Saturday: Board Games
2025-11-15 13:30 - 15:30 | North Sydney Library, 309 Commercial St, North Sydney, Nova Scotia, B2A 1B9, Canada
Take the whole family for some board games fun!

Junior Dungeons & Dragons
2025-11-15 14:00 - 16:00 | Glace Bay Library, 143 Commercial Street, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, B1A 3B9, Canada
Start your quest with fellow Junior Adventurers and join our campaign!

No registration required.

Dungeons & Dragons
2025-11-17 15:30 - 19:30 | Glace Bay Library, 143 Commercial Street, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, B1A 3B9, Canada
Join our Dungeons and Dragons group (for teens and adults).

Three Types of Yoga
2025-11-18 09:00 - 10:00 | Baddeck Library, 520 Chebucto St, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0, Canada
Victoria County is offering a free yoga program at the Baddeck Library every Tuesday morning from 9-10am. Come and try Hatha Vinyasa, Restorative & Hatha types of yoga. All ages welcome.

Lego Tuesday
2025-11-18 15:00 - 16:00 | North Sydney Library, 309 Commercial St, North Sydney, Nova Scotia, B2A 1B9, Canada
Drop-in to the North Sydney Library for some Lego time every Tuesday from 3:00-4:00.
Ages 5 and up.

Winter is Coming, Is Your Bike Ready?
2025-11-18 17:30 - 18:30 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
Is your bike ready for winter? Get tips about winter cycling and commuting. How to stay warm, dry and safe on city streets.
Participants will be entered to win a cycling related door prize.
Presented in Partnership with Velo Cape Breton and with support from CBRM Recreation.

DIY Soup Mixes in a Jar
2025-11-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Louisbourg Library, 10 Upper Warren St, Louisbourg, Nova Scotia, B1C 1M6, Canada
Add a little warmth to your holiday season at our Do It Yourself Soup Mixes in a Jar program! We will provide all the ingredients and recipes. Take home a beautiful, ready-to-make soup, perfect for cold winter nights or as a thoughtful holiday gift.
All ages welcome.
Louisbourg Library
Nov. 18th from 6 – 7pm

Registration required. Please call or email:
Louisbourg: 902-733-3608 / louisbourg@cbrl.ca
This program is generously supported by the Province of Nova Scotia.

Knitting Club
2025-11-18 18:00 - 19:30 | New Waterford Library, 3390 Plummer Ave, New Waterford, Nova Scotia, B1H 4K4, Canada
Everyone is welcome to join New Waterford’s Knitting Club on Tuesday evenings.
Bring your latest fibre craft and enjoy the company of other crafters!
Drop-in. Registration not required.
