Cape Breton Regional Library

Watch the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 - Opening Ceremony
2026-02-09 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Halifax) | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
We’re bringing the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 to the library with a a few event screenings.
Join us at the McConnell Library as we present CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of the Opening Ceremony.

#MilanoCortina2026

Land & Sea: an Afternoon of Art & Craft with Mariah Hudec & Ray Smith
2026-02-07 14:00 - 16:30 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
Join Mariah and Ray to hear about their projects funded by the CBRM Creative Catalyst Fund. A brief talk by each artist on their process and work; followed by a viewing gallery of ceramics and landscape paintings created in Cape Breton.

JR D&D
2026-02-07 14:00 - 16:00 | Glace Bay Library, 143 Commercial Street, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, B1A 3B9, Canada
Children (ages 5-12) are welcome to the library for an afternoon of D&D.

Tai Chi 2 at the Baddeck Library
2026-02-07 10:30 - 12:00 | Baddeck Library, 520 Chebucto St, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0, Canada
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 of tai chi: as a self-care asset; for digestion and immunity and also improved circulation.
The 12-week program is free and starts on January 10th. All ages welcome, first come first served.

Super Saturday: Olympic Crafts
2026-02-07 10:00 - 12:00 | New Waterford Library, 3390 Plummer Ave, New Waterford, Nova Scotia, B1H 4K4, Canada
Celebrating the Olympics with crafts! Go Team Canada!
Open to all ages.
No registration.

Valentine Card Making
2026-02-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
Join CBU students for Valentine Card Making.
Drop in to make Valentine cards that will be distributed to senior home residents in CBRM!
All ages welcome. Supplies will be provided.
A card drop-off box will be available at the McConnell Library from Feb. 7-11*

Super Saturday-Winter Scene
2026-02-07 10:00 - 11:00 | Glace Bay Library, 143 Commercial Street, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, B1A 3B9, Canada
Drop in to the Glace Bay Library to create a dazzling winter scene! All materials will be provided.

Tai Chi at the Baddeck Library
2026-02-07 09:00 - 10:30 | Baddeck Library, 520 Chebucto St, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0, Canada
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.
The 12-week program is free and starts on January 10th. All ages welcome, first come first served.
For more information call the Baddeck Library 902-295-2055, or email baddeck@cbrl.ca

Story Time
2026-02-06 15:30 - 16:30 | Sydney Mines Library, 1 Fraser Ave, Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, B1V 0A9, Canada
Listen to a story, read, do a craft (for ages 5 and up).
This program is full but call the library if you are interested adding your name to the waitlist 902-736-3219.

Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 – Opening Ceremony LIVE
2026-02-06 14:30 - 17:00 | Baddeck Library, 520 Chebucto St, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0, Canada
We’re bringing the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 to the library with a a few event screenings.
Join the watch party at the Baddeck Library as they stream CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of the Opening Ceremony.

#MilanoCortina2026

Lego Fun Fridays
2026-02-06 14:00 - 16:30 | Ingonish Library, 35938 Cabot Trail, Ingonish, Nova Scotia, B0C 1K0, Canada
Drop in, join friends and have fun getting creative with Lego. Registration is not required.
When: Every Friday in January & February from 2:00 – 4:30 pm
All ages welcome (under 8 yrs. must be accompanied by an adult).
Note: Unexpected library closures will be posted on CBRL.ca and the Victoria North Regional Library Facebook page. ‘Like’ our page to stay up to date on programs.

Knitting/ Crafters Club
2026-02-06 13:30 - 15:30 | Glace Bay Library, 143 Commercial Street, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, B1A 3B9, Canada
Join other knitters and crafters on Friday afternoons for a time to chat and work on your knitting projects.

Fibre Lunch
2026-02-06 13:00 - 15:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
Bring your knitting or crocheting project and join in with other crafters on Friday afternoons.
Tea provided.

Friday Crafternoon
2026-02-06 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
2026-02-06 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.

Story Time
2026-02-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Ingonish Library, 35938 Cabot Trail, Ingonish, Nova Scotia, B0C 1K0, Canada
Visit the library Friday mornings for stories, crafts and social time.
Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers are welcome!
Registration is not required.

Talks and Docs: "The Summer Book" (film)
2026-02-05 18:30 - 20:00 | Baddeck Library, 520 Chebucto St, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0, Canada
Join us at the Baddeck Library to view the feature film: “The Summer Book” (2024)
Adapted from Tove Jansson’s beloved novel, THE SUMMER BOOK is a delicate account of growing up and growing old, beautifully filmed on 16mm in majestic natural light. Starring Glenn Close

Junk Journaling Drop In
2026-02-05 18:00 - 19:30 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
Get Creative. Get Crafty. Get Junky!
Come hang out and get creative at our drop-in junk journaling session, open to anyone 16 and up! Whether you’re a seasoned journaler or just curious to try it out, this is a
relaxed space to play with paper, explore your creativity, and maybe even swap supplies with fellow crafters.
We’ll have a small selection of supplies available (think stickers, scrap paper, washi tape, and more), plus a limited number of starter journals for those who are new. You’re
encouraged to bring your own materials, anything from old magazines and postcards to ticket stubs and wrapping paper, and feel free to share or trade with others if you’d
like!
No pressure. No rules. Just a chill space to make something uniquely yours.
No registration. Drop-in program.

STEAMsational
2026-02-05 15:30 - 16:30 | Glace Bay Library, 143 Commercial Street, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, B1A 3B9, Canada
Drop in to the Glace Bay Library every Thursday for a different STEAM project! This week features fun with snap circuits. Learn basic electronics and engineering concepts through this hands-on project!

Art Cart Fun
2026-02-05 14:30 - 17:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
Drop in on Thursdays in February to let your creativity shine with our Art Cart! A variety of art materials will be available, along with a prompt to spark ideas. No instruction, just imagination! No registration required!
For school aged kids.
Dates and Time: Feb 5, 12, 19 & 26 from 2:30 – 5:00 pm

Fibre Lunch
2026-02-05 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.

English Conversation Group
2026-02-04 18:30 - 19:30, 2026-02-03 14:00 - 15:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
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.

Community Artist Talk: Storytelling & Screenwriting
2026-02-04 18:30 - 19:30 | North Sydney Library, 309 Commercial St, North Sydney, Nova Scotia, B2A 1B9, Canada
The creative spark ~ from concept to paper.
How to begin writing, shaping, and imagining a film from the ground up.
Registration not required.
Presenter: Sandi Somers | CBU Artist in Residence
Independent award-winning filmmaker Sandi Somers is a native of Cape Breton Island who for over two decades has been residing in Alberta. She has worked in Canada and Europe for the past 25 years as a filmmaker, theatre artist, and educator. Sandi’s work often revolves around challenges within human nature, discovery of truth, while addressing themes of connection.
A CBU Creative Campus presentation

Valentine Cookie-in-a-Jar
2026-02-04 15:30 - 16:30 | Glace Bay Library, 143 Commercial Street, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, B1A 3B9, Canada
Spread the Love with Heart-Shaped Cookies!
Kids will layer chocolate chips and other lovely ingredients to create their own Valentine Cookie-in-a-Jar, decorate the jar, practice reading, writing, and math skills, and take home a heart-shaped cookie cutter for fun baking!
Children (8+), tweens & teens
Registration required. Call 902-849-8657 or email glacebay@cbrl.ca
*Please let us know about any food allergies or dietary restrictions when you register so we can do our best to accommodate.
This program is made possible thanks to the generous support of the Province of Nova Scotia.

Tea & Trivia
2026-02-04 10:30 - 11:30 | New Waterford Library, 3390 Plummer Ave, New Waterford, Nova Scotia, B1H 4K4, Canada
Tea and Trivia ~ Wednesdays at 10:30am
Open to adults. Registration is required.
Phone 902-862-2892 for more information, or to register.

Knitting Group
2026-02-03 18:00 - 19:30 | New Waterford Library, 3390 Plummer Ave, New Waterford, Nova Scotia, B1H 4K4, Canada
Bring your knitting or crocheting and craft with others.
Open to all adults. No registration required.

Lego Tuesday
2026-02-03 15:00 - 16:00 | North Sydney Library, 309 Commercial St, North Sydney, Nova Scotia, B2A 1B9, Canada
Drop-in to the North Sydney Library for some Lego time every Tuesday from 3:00-4:00.
Ages 5 and up.

Chess Club
2026-02-03 14:30 - 16:30 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills?
Drop-in to the McConnell Library’s Chess Club ~ Tuesdays 2:30-4:30pm
Some instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean.
*Note: anyone 8 years old or younger must be supervised by a parent, guardian, or responsible caregiver in the library (this includes chess club).

Dungeons & Dragons
2026-02-02 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).
