Drop-in to our Memory Kit Launch to see the latest addition to our Library's collection. Everyone is welcome. Tea and light refreshments will be served. Memory Kits are an interactive resource created for those experiencing memory loss and their caregivers and/ or loved ones. They are designed to spark memories, stimulate conversation, and encourage positive… Read More »Launching CBRL’s Memory Kits
Do you play chess? Interested in learning or building your chess skills? Drop-in to the McConnell Library for Chess Club. Some instruction available with chess club volunteer Donald MacLean donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com For more information call Tara at 562-2013 or email tmacneil@cbrl.ca
Fun activities at your library for ages 4-9. We will be making slime, playing with play dough and clay, building with Lego and playing board games. Space is limited and registration is required. Call the library to register 902-736-3219.
Do you love to knit or crochet? Do you love to socialize? If you do, join us for a little of both on Tuesday nights!
A fun 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. Registration is not required. The first 3 sessions will be guided by library staff and will include books, songs and rhymes; the final session will focus on… Read More »Babies & Books
Are you an adult looking to improve your English Conversations skills? Come and practice with local volunteers. Please email Dorothy at dkaiser@cbrl.ca for more information.
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.
Every Wednesday in February join staff from Money Path Atlantic for hands-on, guided workshops to help you with your finances. Everyone is welcome! Come to one, some or all 4 sessions. Feb. 5: Mapping my money priorities & budget building Feb. 12: Credit, Canadian banks & spotting scams Feb. 19: Money goals, savings, &… Read More »Financial Wellness Wednesdays
Join us for Chair Yoga, a gentle way to stretch and strengthen with support from a chair. Led by experienced instructor Helen Slade. Registration is required and a waiver will need to be signed by participants before the session. Call the New Waterford Library to register 902-862-2892. No prior yoga experience is necessary – all… Read More »Chair Yoga
Have fun playing with the library's Snap Circuit sets. Registration is required. Please call 902-849-8657 or email glacebay@cbrl.ca to save your spot!
Are you an adult looking to improve your English Conversation skills? Come and practice with local volunteers. Please email Dorothy at dkaiser@cbrl.ca for more information.
The sixth annual CBRL Seed Library is fast approaching and we need help packaging seeds! If you have a little time to spare and would like to contribute to food literacy in Cape Breton, please register for the session below. Volunteers will spend two hours scooping seeds into small envelopes and sealing them with labels… Read More »Volunteer Seed Packaging Session #5
Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation.
The Banned Books Book Club was started in the fall of 2022, and thus far they have read Black Like Me, The Hate U Give, The Kite Runner, and more. Their next book, which they will be reading in January and February, is David Guterson's Snow Falling on Cedars. The club reads a few chapters… Read More »Banned Books Club: Snow Falling on Cedars
The sixth annual CBRL Seed Library is fast approaching and we need help packaging seeds! If you have a little time to spare and would like to contribute to food literacy in Cape Breton, please register for the session below. Volunteers will spend two hours scooping seeds into small envelopes and sealing them with labels… Read More »Volunteer Seed Packaging Session #6
Are you an adult looking to improve your English Conversations skills? Join us for lessons and practice. Registration is required. Please email Dorothy at dkaiser@cbrl.ca for more information and to register.
An eye-opening journey through the life and work of the great Salvador Dalí and his long-time muse and collaborator, Gala. The film begins in 1929, a crucial year in Dalí’s life and career, as he joined the surrealist group and met Gala, and ends in 1989, the year of his passing. Dalí’s geographies figure prominently… Read More »DOC: “SALVADOR DALI: IN SEARCH OF IMMORTALITY”
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
