Join us at McConnell Library every Thursday between 1 and 4 PM for Tech Thursdays, hosted by our Digital Literacy Trainer! Bring your devices and drop in for brief technology assistance, to learn about library services, to schedule one-on-one sessions, and more! All ages are welcome and no registration is required. Made possible by the… Read More »Tech Thursdays
FEATURE FILM: GONDOLA (GEORGIA, 2023) Iva, the new cable car attendant, begins her job overseeing the gondolas that connect the valley to the peaks. Every half hour, as one gondola ascends and the other descends, she crosses paths with Nino, the attendant on the opposite route. Known for his unique no-dialogue style, director Veit Helmer… Read More »Talks & Docs | Gondola
Enjoy some great library books with staff. Story time is for preschool age participants 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
*New date. Watch local Artist Ray Smith (@artbyraysmith) transform the library’s chalkboard into a Summer Reading Forest Fairyland! Bubble fun and sidewalk chalk for kids from 2-4pm. **weather permitting. Ray created the art for CBRL's 2025 & 2026 Summer Reading Programs. Participants can sign-up for the Summer Reading Program at any CBRL branch starting June… Read More »Art by Ray: A mural in the making
Try knitting for fun this summer - library staff can help youth beginners learn to knit or crochet. Some supplies and materials available. We look forward to seeing what you pick for your own project. Friday afternoons between 3-4pm for June, July and August. This program is for ages 10-12. Registration is required - call… Read More »Knitting for Fun
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.
"In a Library filled with old lore A scavenger hunt hid much more With clues tucked in tales and maps in the veils Magic whispered from shelf to the floor" Try our scavenger hunt to find the clues and enter to win a prize!
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.
"In a Library filled with old lore A scavenger hunt hid much more With clues tucked in tales and maps in the veils Magic whispered from shelf to the floor" Try our scavenger hunt to find the clues and enter to win a prize!
CBC Radio’s Books and Backroads will be coming to Cape Breton this summer! Seven libraries across the Maritimes will host a book club on a book with a local focus, or written by a Maritime author. Book Club discussions will be taped and featured on morning shows in the Maritimes throughout the summer. Louisbourg Library… Read More »Books and Backroads: CBC Book Club
Drop in at the Baddeck Library Tuesdays, for an evening of card games – Cribbage, Euchre, Tarabish, 45's and more. Come play a familiar favourite or learn a new card game. All experience levels welcome. Registration is not required.
"In a Library filled with old lore A scavenger hunt hid much more With clues tucked in tales and maps in the veils Magic whispered from shelf to the floor" Try our scavenger hunt to find the clues and enter to win a prize!
Drop in for: Meningitis B, Grade 7 and routine childhood vaccines. Are you graduating? Here are a few things to add to your summer checklist: *Access my vaccination records and catch up for free. If you are going into a post-secondary health program, joining the military, or working in a health-related field, you will be required… Read More »NS Public Health Vaccination Clinic (Youth)
Drop-in for some creative Art Cart fun on Wednesday afternoons in July. Crafty materials will be provided and cart will be replenished weekly. All ages welcome.
Mirror mirror on the wall; who can make the best of all? Join us and make your own wand, sword or magic mirror! All materials are provided and no registration is required.
Join other players for an evening of chess. All levels welcome. All ages welcome. *some instruction may be available for beginners -depending on numbers. Chess boards available. Registration not required.