Mathew (CBRL's Digital Literacy Trainer) will be on-site at the Glace Bay Library to host one-on-one tech help sessions onWed. April 15. Mathew can help you do more with computers and mobile devices, learn about library apps like Libby and Pressreader, solve tech related problems and more! Fill out the Technology Assistance Request Form here… Read More »Digital Literacy Training – Glace Bay
Imagine you had a fall or a stroke that resulted in you being unable to communicate. Would your loved ones know what help or care you would want, or not want? Would they know how to speak on your behalf? This is where an Advanced Care Plan can help you and provide peace of mind… Read More »Advance Care Planning
Join us at the Baddeck Library Wednesdays from 2:30-3:30pm on: January 14, February 11, March 18 & April 15 What is a memory Cafe? A free social event for individuals, families and care partners living with memory challenges. What happens at a Memory Cafe? We enjoy conversation, entertainment and warm drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.… Read More »Memory Cafe Series
Learn to draw flowers with oil pastel. This art evening is for teens and adults. Registration required. Please call 902-849-8657 or email us at glacebay@cbrl.ca
Join McConnell staff to celebrate National Canadian Film Day with a screening of: “Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie”. Content warning: Strong language, violence, crude humor. Some viewers may be offended. Based on the hit series ‘Nirvanna the Band the Show’, longtime friends and bandmates Matt (Matt Johnson) and Jay (Jay McCarrol) have been… Read More »‘Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie’ – National Canadian Film Day Screening
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.
Thursdays from 11 AM – 2 PM, our Digital Literacy Trainer is available for drop-in sessions. Bring your device, and stop by to learn how to navigate the SamePage catalogue, access library e-resources like Kanopy and Hoopla, create an email account and more. Funded by @NS Community Technology Network.
Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation.
We welcome the community to join us at this cafe to improve social and emotional well-being for older adults with memory challenges and their care partners and families. Make connections, enjoy conversations and coffee (or tea). Call us at 1-800-611-6345 or email Shealene.Barrett@asns.ca for more information.
Growing up on the Mira, Frances Peck wrote for pleasure all the time. But in her twenties, with bills to pay, she gave up creative writing to work as an editor, instructor, and writer of other people’s words. Then something happened. In her late fifties, Frances, now in North Vancouver, published not one but two… Read More »Never Too Late: A Talk with Author Frances Peck
Donna MacGregor, the owner of the shop “Antiques & Aspirations” at the base of Hunter’s Mtn, has created a TV series about the places she goes, the people she meets, and the cool things she finds. Each episode features the stories behind the items, whether they are of cultural or historical significance, or just plain… Read More »Talks & Docs: “The Antiques and Aspirations” TV Show with Donna MacGregor
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.
A fun, drop-in story-time to introduce babies to books, songs, rhymes and play at their library! This series is for parents/ caregivers and babies up to 18 months. Drop-in program - registration is not required. April 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8 *May 8th session will be a special baby-safe sensory event!
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
Bring your knitting or crocheting project and join in with other crafters on Friday afternoons. Tea provided.
Join other knitters and crafters on Friday afternoons for a time to chat and work on your knitting projects.
Drop in, join friends and have fun getting creative with Lego. When: Every Friday in April & May from 2:00 - 4:30 pm This activity is drop-in for children 4+; under 8 yrs. must be accompanied by an adult.
Drop in and get crazy and creative with art! We have the materials – you bring the inspiration! No registration required.
Join us at the New Waterford Library for "Earth Day Crafts" as well as plant your own take home plant! This Program is open to all ages and no registration is require
Join us at the Sydney library for a day of puzzling and creating with words! Use found words and letters cut from books and magazines to create your own poetry. Test your brain with mad libs and word searches. All materials are provided.