Cape Breton Regional Library

InSidewalk Cafe: Sydney Mines
2025-09-24 10:30 - 12:00, 2025-09-17 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Halifax) | Sydney Mines Library, 1 Fraser Ave, Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, B1V 0A9, Canada
The InSidewalk Cafe is back and this time, we’re easing into Sydney Mines with all the early autumn feels.
After soaking up the summer sunshine in Baddeck, we’re ready to slow things down and welcome the cozy season with you. Join us for the last three Wednesdays of September, right inside the Sydney Mines Library.
We’ll be serving warm coffee & refreshing juice, soft muffins, whole fruits, and gluten-free options too.
Whether you’re still in summer mode or ready for fall sweaters, it’s the perfect little spot to pause, connect, and enjoy something comforting.

Come by:
Wednesday, Sept. 10 from 10:30am-12pm
Wednesday, Sept. 17 from 10:30am-12pm
Wednesday, Sept. 24 from 10:30am-12pm

Just a cozy table, good company, and something tasty to brighten your Wednesday.
All ages welcome. We’d love to see you there!

Gratefully supported by the Province of Nova Scotia.

Tea & Trivia
2025-09-24 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-09-17 10:30 - 11:30 | 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.

Knitting Club
2025-09-23 18:00 - 19:30, 2025-09-16 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.

Wednesday on a Tuesday
2025-09-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
She’s spooky, she’s smart, and she’s showing up on a Tuesday! Join us for a delightfully dark evening inspired by Wednesday Addams. We’ll make creepy-cool crafts, enjoy some eerie (but tasty!) snacks, and celebrate all things weird and wonderful. Costumes are welcome—black is always in style.
For tweens 8-12 year old.
Spots are limited, so be sure to register! Sign your tween up in the spot below.

Drop off items for Costume & Decor Swap
2025-09-23 10:00 - 2025-10-10 17:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
McConnell Library is accepting donations for the Halloween costume and Decor Swap From Tuesday September 23 until Friday October 10.
Here’s how it works:
Drop Off:
Starting Tuesday, September 23, bring up to 10 Halloween items – including clean, gently-used costumes, accessories, and decorations in good condition – to the McConnell Library and receive a voucher to “shop” for the same number of items at our swap event on Saturday, October 11.
Not interested in swapping? Donations are also welcome! Items will be accepted until Friday, October 10.
Swap Day:
Saturday, October 11 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Open exclusively to voucher holders.
Free Giveaway:
Immediately following the swap from 1 – 3 p.m. (or while supplies last).
Open to everyone, no voucher needed!
✅ We accept:
-Halloween costumes of all sizes in clean, gently-used condition.
-Accessories and props
-Decorations in good working condition.
❌ We cannot accept:
-Costumes with stains or rips.
-Wigs or makeup.
-Clothing beyond Halloween costumes.
-Decorations that are damaged or broken.
-Decorations for other holidays or seasons (e.g. Christmas décor).
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!
Questions? Phone the McConnell Library at 902-562-3161.
Any remaining items will be donated to local non-profit organizations.
Please BYOB (Bring Your Own Bag). See you there!

Three Types of Yoga
2025-09-23 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-09-16 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.

Dungeons & Dragons
2025-09-22 15:30 - 19:30, 2025-09-15 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).

Understanding Dementia
2025-09-22 13:30 - 14:30 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
Staff from the Alzheimer Society of NS will offer a public information to help us understand dementia.
Learn about dementia signs, symptoms, communication tips and how to reduce your risk.
All are welcome to attend. Registration is not required.

Victoria County Outreach at Ross Ferry Market
2025-09-21 12:00 - 15:00 | Nova Scotia
Browse Books and learn about library services with Victoria County Outreach at the Ross Ferry Market.
This unique market is comprised of vendors set-up along the length of Kempt Head Rd. The library booth will be at the Ross Ferry Volunteer Fire Department.

Ross Ferry Market: Sundays, 12-3 pm, July 6, 13, 20, 27, Aug 10, 24, 31, Sept 7, 14, 21. (Vendors are scattered along Kempt Head rd, and VCO will be @ Ross Ferry Volunteer Fire Department)

Junior Dungeons & Dragons
2025-09-20 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.

Art Beat
2025-09-20 12:00 - 13:30 | Glace Bay Library, 143 Commercial Street, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, B1A 3B9, Canada
Join local police constable for some drawing and sketching lessons and fun.
For children and teens.
Call the library to register 902-849-8657 or email glacebay@cbrl.ca

Saturday Strolls
2025-09-20 11:00 - 15:00 | Baddeck Library, 520 Chebucto St, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0, Canada
Weekly walks with picnics. Various locations, nearby and further afield.
Meet at the library.
Call the library to be added to the email list.
Picnic and snacks provided.

Pollinators: Nature in Motion with Parks Canada
2025-09-20 10:30 - 11:30 | North Sydney Library, 309 Commercial St, North Sydney, Nova Scotia, B2A 1B9, Canada
Pollinators are the unsung heroes of our environment and our food system! Join Parks Canada at the North Sydney Library for the Pollinators: Nature in Motion program. Kids will learn all about pollination, discover how bees, butterflies, moths, and birds help plants grow, then create their own paper flowers and try pollinating them themselves!
As a special treat, participants will leave this program with a small jar of honey.
For ages 5–12 years old
Registration is required please call or email: 902-794-3272 or northsydney@cbrl.ca
Delivered in partnership with Parks Canada and gratefully supported by the Province of Nova Scotia.

Saturday Fun: Board games & puzzles
2025-09-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
Drop-in and try out our selection of board games and puzzles.

Victoria County Outreach at Cape North Market
2025-09-20 10:00 - 13:00 | Nova Scotia
Browse some books and learn about library services at the Cape North Farmers Market.
Cape North Farmers Market: Saturdays, 10-1 pm, June 28, July 12 & 26, Aug16 & 30, Sept 6 & 20, Oct 11, (@ Cabot Volunteer Fire Department)

Lego Club
2025-09-19 15:45 - 16:30 | Glace Bay Library, 143 Commercial Street, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, B1A 3B9, Canada
Have fun playing with our Lego and getting creative.
Fall Fridays for Lego Club are: September 5 & 19, October 10 & 24, November 7 & 21 and December 12.
Lego Club is for ages 5-12 and registration is not required.

Women's Knitting Social
2025-09-19 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.

Friday Crafternoon
2025-09-19 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!

Story Time
2025-09-19 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.

Talk & Docs: "IDA" (a feature film for Polish Heritage Month)
2025-09-18 18:30 - 20:00 | Baddeck Library, 520 Chebucto St, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0, Canada
The winner of Best Foreign Language Film at the Academy Awards in 2014, IDA is a moving and intimate drama set in 1960’s Poland. 18-year old Anna, a sheltered orphan raised in a convent, is preparing to become a nun when the Mother Superior insists she first visit her sole living relative, her aunt Wanda, a worldly and cynical Communist Party insider. Anna is shocked to discover her Jewish parents were murdered during the Nazi occupation, and this revelation triggers a heart-wrenching journey into the countryside, to the family house and into the secrets of the repressed past, evoking the haunting legacy of the Holocaust and the realities of postwar Communism.

Fibre Lunch
2025-09-18 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.

Annual General Meeting
2025-09-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
You’re invited!
The Cape Breton Regional Library Board invites you to attend our
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
This year’s meeting will take place at the McConnell Library
50 Falmouth St., Sydney, NS B1P 6X9
On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, @ 7 pm
Please RSVP to sdulvy@cbrl.ca
By Thursday, September 11, 2025.
We look forward to your reply!

Self-Directed Craft Activity
2025-09-17 14:30 - 15:30 | Sydney Mines Library, 1 Fraser Ave, Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, B1V 0A9, Canada
Drop by the Sydney Mines Library on Wednesday afternoons from 2:30-3:30pm to make a fun craft.
This is an all ages activity ~ children under ten must be accompanied by an adult.
Library staff will have the craft supplies and a sample suggestion of a craft to make and participants can take it from there to create their own craft.
Registration is not required.

Letter Writing Social
2025-09-17 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.

Meet the Author: Betty Jean Aucoin
2025-09-16 18:00 - 19:30 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
‘Rise: Living Life Over Cancer’ is a powerful memoir chronicling Betty Jean Aucoin’s courageous journey through recurrent stage IV breast cancer. It’s also a practical and inspiring guide for:

Cancer patients and survivors
Caregivers and families
Anyone seeking a healthier, more purposeful life

Betty Jean Aucoin is an educator, wellness coach, and author – www.livinglifeovercancer.com
Everyone welcome.
Books available for purchase and signing ($20 cash, debit or e-transfer)
