Join us for our feature film: Koln 75 (2025) Based on a true story. In 1970s Germany, up-and-coming promoter Vera Brandes uses her youthful, rebellious and energetic spirit to organize a concert for jazz pianist Keith Jarrett at the Cologne Opera. The recording of this concert went on to be the best-selling solo album in… Read More »Talks & Docs Feature Film: Koln 75
Come in to get help and have your questions answered regarding applying for the "Senior's Care Grant," "Home Repair Grant," and the "Home Warming Grant." This is a drop in event and no registration is required. All are welcome
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.
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.
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
Join other knitters and crafters on Friday afternoons for a time to chat and work on your knitting projects.
Drop in to knit and crochet with a fun crew. Take your latest project to work on and enjoy some tea and conversation while you work.
Have fun with friends making Lego creations every Friday afternoon at the Ingonish Library. This is a drop in activity for children 4+ Note: children 8 years old or younger must be supervised in the library by a parent, guardian or responsible caregiver.
A multi activity program presented by Victoria County Recreation and hosted by the Baddeck Library. Learn the exercise of tai chi: as a self-care asset; for digestion and immunity and also improved circulation. All ages welcome. For more information call the Baddeck Library 902-295-2055, or email baddeck@cbrl.ca
Saturday's 9am Tai Chi was so popular ~ the library scheduled a second session for 10:30! Thanks to Michelle and library staff for being so flexible! Call the Baddeck Library 902-295-2055, or email baddeck@cbrl.ca for more info. A multi activity program presented by Victoria County Recreation and hosted by the Baddeck Library. Learn the exercise… Read More »Tai Chi 2 at the Baddeck Library
A program partnership with Victoria County Recreation. Weekly walks with picnics to various locations, nearby and further afield. Meet at the Baddeck Library at 11AM. For more information call the library 902-295-2055.
Cider & Cinema returns! Come join us at Island Folk Cider House on September 20th, 2026 starting at 6:30! Our first movie is the 'classic' Point Break (1991), starring Keanu Reeves and Patrick Swayze in a sky diving, surf boarding, heist movie! This a great way to kick off this season's Cider & Cinema… Read More »Cider & Cinema
Come to the Sydney Mines Library to join us for an hour of board games, Lego and Crafts! All materials are provided. This program is intended for children ages 5-10.Registration is required. Phone the Sydney Mines library at: 902-736-3219 to reserve your spot.
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.
Create some peace and tranquility with restorative yoga. Patsy MacKenzie leads this peaceful class in the quiet of the library before it opens for the day. Call 902-295-2055 for more information. Offered in partnership with Naturally Active Victoria County
Chakras are energy centers that make up the essence of who we are. Join instructor Anju to learn about your chakras through the accessible fun of chair yoga! This is a registered program and spots are limited. Please register using the link below or phone the Sydney Library at: 902-562-3161 to reserve you spot.
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
