Drop-in to the McConnell Library between 10am-2pm for our winter clothing giveaway. The library will be collecting clean, gently used winter clothing items for all ages (including winter coats, hats, gloves, mittens, ski/snow pants, thermal wear and more) until Saturday, Dec. 13th. *Any leftover items will be donated to the Ally Centre.
Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation.
Join us for Pages to Plates #3: a fun-filled family program at the library, designed for curious minds and hungry tummies! For ages 5-12 years old (with a parent, guardian, or caregiver). Registration is required - register in space below. Here’s what’s on the menu: - Beware of branding: The power of food advertising,… Read More »Pages to Plates #3: Holiday Cookie Decorating
Another wonderful collaboration between writer Tom Urbaniak and illustrator Tammy Krasniqi, a new children's book - Oliver’s Polish Christmas: A Cape Breton Story. Tom will be at the library to share his new book with us! Oliver's Polish Christmas: A Cape Breton Story is dedicated to the memory of Tom’s parents, Joseph and Irene Urbaniak,… Read More »“OLIVER’S POLISH CHRISTMAS: A CAPE BRETON STORY”: READING & TALK WITH AUTHOR TOM URBANIAK
Like a book club… but for movies! Join McConnell staff as we discuss the 2023 Christmas film, ‘The Holdovers’- just in time for the holidays! Please watch the film in advance as it will not be screened during this event. “A curmudgeonly instructor at a New England prep school remains on campus during Christmas break… Read More »McConnell Film Discussion Club – ‘THE HOLDOVERS’
Drop by the library and help us fill out as many Christmas Cards as we can for the residents of Maple Hill Manor. You can either sign them at the library or drop off your own.
Santa has picked the library as a drop off spot for writing and receiving your Letters to and from Santa. Just drop by the library from December 1st to Christmas Eve and pick up your Santa letter to fill out and in a few days Santa will send his reply to the library for pick… Read More »Letters to Santa (Dec. 1st – 24th)
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.
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!… Read More »Friday Crafternoon
Drop by the library and help us fill out as many Christmas Cards as we can for the residents of Maple Hill Manor. You can either sign them at the library or drop off your own.
Santa has picked the library as a drop off spot for writing and receiving your Letters to and from Santa. Just drop by the library from December 1st to Christmas Eve and pick up your Santa letter to fill out and in a few days Santa will send his reply to the library for pick… Read More »Letters to Santa (Dec. 1st – 24th)
Make some watercolour snowflakes.
This program is full. Join us for Pages to Plates #3: a fun-filled family program at the library, designed for curious minds and hungry tummies! For ages 5-12 years old (with a parent, guardian, or caregiver). Here’s what’s on the menu: - Beware of branding: The power of food advertising, kids will learn that advertising… Read More »PROGRAM FULL Pages to Plates #3: Holiday Cookie Decorating
Santa has picked the library as a drop off spot for writing and receiving your Letters to and from Santa. Just drop by the library from December 1st to Christmas Eve and pick up your Santa letter to fill out and in a few days Santa will send his reply to the library for pick… Read More »Letters to Santa (Dec. 1st – 24th)
Join our Dungeons and Dragons group (for teens and adults).
Santa has picked the library as a drop off spot for writing and receiving your Letters to and from Santa. Just drop by the library from December 1st to Christmas Eve and pick up your Santa letter to fill out and in a few days Santa will send his reply to the library for pick… Read More »Letters to Santa (Dec. 1st – 24th)
Spend a cozy morning at the McConnell library and watch some holiday movies with the whole family! “Nutcracker Ballet”(1hr 10mins): This classic tale takes place on the night before Christmas, when Clara and Franz receive a Nutcracker as a gift from their uncle. This present sparks a magical dream, and a night filled with amazing… Read More »McConnell Movie Morning – Holiday Edition
Sign up and make a Christmas bird house. This program is suitable for school aged children and teens. Registration required. Please call 902-849-8657 or email glacebay@cbrl.ca
Drop-in to the North Sydney Library for some Lego time every Tuesday from 3:00-4:00. Ages 5 and up.
Santa has picked the library as a drop off spot for writing and receiving your Letters to and from Santa. Just drop by the library from December 1st to Christmas Eve and pick up your Santa letter to fill out and in a few days Santa will send his reply to the library for pick… Read More »Letters to Santa (Dec. 1st – 24th)