Space is limited for this Monday meet-up - please register in the space below, or call the library 902-562-3161 to register. This session is for anyone interested in learning about bullet journaling: find out more about keeping ideas, lists, to-do's together in a journal (materials will be provided). There will be space to drop-in for… Read More »Monday Meet-up: Bullet Journaling + Social
Join our Dungeons and Dragons group (for teens and adults).
Join us at the New Waterford Library for: "Chess for Fun Club" hosted by Ricky Hanes. This program is intended for adults and is open to all levels of experience. Pre registration is required. Please phone the library at: 902-862-2892 to register.
This fall, join community members (55+) at the Glace Bay Library every second Tuesday for presentations, games, conversations and connection! Details on guests and program descriptions will be updated regularly. This series is generously supported by the New Horizons for Seniors Program. If you are 55+ Tuesday just became your favourite day! October 6 October… Read More »Tuesday Socials- A Be Robust at 55+ Series
Heart Advice for Difficult Times - When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chodron A Book Club led by Mary Jane Bennett (Ani Jangchub) and Terry Henderson, senior students of Pema Chodron. Meeting at the Baddeck Library every Tuesday (1:30-3PM) starting Sept. 1st Registration not required. For more information email mjjbennett@gmail.com ~~~ Books and study materials… Read More »Book Club: When Things Fall Apart by Pema Chodron
Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? Drop-in to the McConnell Library's Chess Club on Tuesday afternoons. Some instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). For more information email programs@cbrl.ca. CBRL's Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent,… Read More »Chess Club
Come to the Sydney Mines library and enjoy a relaxing time of trying your hand at knitting or crocheting. We provide hooks and knitting needles, pattern suggestions, yarn, and if you're interested, a basic wooden loom for handheld weaving. This program is intended for ages 8 to adult. No registration is required. Call the library… Read More »Fall 2026 Learn to Knit or Crochet
Join us at the New Waterford Library for knitting club! Bring your knitting, crochet work or other fiber craft items. Socialize and enjoy light refreshments. This is a drop-in program and no registration is required.
Join us at the Sydney library for songs, rhymes, finger plays, and stories that encourage early literacy, social development, and bonding between babies (0-18 months) and their caregivers! This is a drop-in program and no registration is required.
Join us at the New Waterford library for: "Tea & Trivia!" Registration is required. Please phone: 902-862-2892 to reserve your spot!
Enjoy a guided art program with the Art Dragon Society. The project for this session will be a Halloween-themed scene and supplies will be provided. Space is limited for this free library event (for adults). Register in the space below or call the library 902-562-3161. About the Art Dragon Society: a non-profit group created by people… Read More »Art Afternoon: a beginner paint program for adults
Join us at the Sydney library for songs, rhymes, finger plays, and stories that encourage early literacy, social development, and bonding between babies (0-18 months) and their caregivers! This is a drop-in program and no registration is required.
Join us at the Glace Bay Library to make a monster craft for Halloween! All materials are provided and no registration is required.
The English Conversation Group meets Every Wednesday. Join us to practice your English speaking, meet new people and have fun! Whether you are new to the area or have been here a while- all are welcome. Drop in and say hello!
Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation.
Join us at the Glace Bay library to make a: "Fall Tree Craft!" All materials are provided and no registration is required.
OCT 22 AUTHOR READING: “NOBODY’S MOTHER” BY LINDSEY HARRINGTON Newfoundland author Lindsey Harrington will present and read from her newly published book, Nobody’s Mother – A Childfree Memoir. This is an intimate, honest, and insightful memoir for fans of Sheila Heti’s Motherhood, following one Newfoundland woman’s journey to decide whether or not having children is… Read More »Talks & Docs Author Reading: “Nobody’s Mother”
Join library staff on Fridays at 10am for a story time and craft activity. This weekly session is for children (not yet of school age) and their caregivers.
Meet up at the Glace Bay library for fun and fables every Friday in October. This drop-in program is for families with young children. No registration is required.
Join Mandy 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.