Cape Breton Regional Library

Super Saturday: Letters to Santa
2025-11-29 13:30 - 15:30 (America/Halifax) | North Sydney Library, 309 Commercial St, North Sydney, Nova Scotia, B2A 1B9, Canada
It’s time to write your letters to Santa.

Letters to Santa
2025-11-29 10:00 - 14:00 | Glace Bay Library, 143 Commercial Street, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, B1A 3B9, Canada
Jingle Bells! Jingle Bells! Santa’s on his way!
Drop into the library and write note today! Hey!

Super Saturday: Collage Craft
2025-11-29 10:00 - 13:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
Craft a collage of an owl and fox using old magazine scraps.
Everyone is welcome.

Super Saturday: It's going to be a beary good day
2025-11-29 10:00 - 12:00 | New Waterford Library, 3390 Plummer Ave, New Waterford, Nova Scotia, B1H 4K4, Canada
Join us here at the library as we make our very own Bear Sock to take home.

Open to all ages.

No registration required.

Saturday Crafting Fun (Self-directed)
2025-11-29 01:15 - 15:15, 2025-11-22 01:15 - 15:15 | Ingonish Library, 35938 Cabot Trail, Ingonish, Nova Scotia, B0C 1K0, Canada
Drop into the library Saturdays between 1:15-3:15.
What: Use the provided materials to make a suggested craft. There will be a different craft each week. Staff will explain and assist if needed.
This program is for Children & families – Children under 10 yrs. must be accompanied by an adult
No registration required. Begins November 8 until December 13.

Working on Film Sets: Terry Dwyer, Scuba Diver
2025-11-27 18:30 - 20:00 | Baddeck Library, 520 Chebucto St, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0, Canada
In 1995, Deep Star in Halifax was contracted by filmmaking giant Lightstorm Entertainment to assist with logistics, locations and marine support services for the film Titanic. It was during this time, that professional diver Terry Dwyer conceived Movie Marine Canada, and since then he and his team have worked on several major motion pictures that were filmed, in part, here in Nova Scotia; including: K-19 The Widowmaker, The Shipping News, and The Weight of Water. Movie Marine Canada also supplied marine support services for the TV Movies: Shattered City: The Halifax Explosion, Blessed Stranger: The Aftermath of Swiss Air Flight 111 and for the Discovery Channel TV Series: High Seas Rescue and Oceans of Mystery. For over eight years, Terry has worked on numerous movie sets as a safety diver for some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, including Harrison Ford, Liam Neeson, Elizabeth Hurley, Sean Penn, Kirstin Dunst, Sara Polley and Kevin Spacey.

Santa's Workshop
2025-11-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
Enjoy a fun, family-friendly evening of crafting! Drop in to create homemade Christmas cards and gifts for family, friends, or anyone special in your life. All supplies are provided, just bring your creativity and holiday cheer!
While you’re here, be sure to visit Santa’s Giving Table, where you can pick out a few free items to include with your handmade gifts or share with someone in need. Come make, give, and celebrate the joy of the season together at the library!
Registration not required. Everyone welcome.

Fibre Lunch
2025-11-27 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.

Insidewalk Cafe
2025-11-27 10:30 - 12:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
The InSidewalk Cafe had such a wonderful time at the Glace Bay Library. Thank you to everyone who joined us and made it so special!
Now, as the days grow shorter and November invites us to slow down, we’re excited to bring that same cozy energy to the McConnell Library (Sydney) for the last three Thursdays of November, right when we all need to catch our breaths before the holidays hit.

Stop by for hot coffee, muffins, whole fruit, and gluten-free options, while supplies last.

Whether you’re taking a quiet moment, meeting a friend, or simply enjoying the season, we’d love to welcome you.

Come by: November 13th, 20th, 27th from 10:30am to 12pm.

All ages welcome.

Gratefully supported by the Province of Nova Scotia.

Love programs like this? Help the Library support the community by donating food items to its Community Cupboards.
Every gesture, every contribution, no matter the size, can help bring hope to someone.
Learn more at https://cbrl.ca/services/community-cupboards/

Memory Cafe Series
2025-11-26 14:30 - 15:30 | Baddeck Library, 520 Chebucto St, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0, Canada
Join us at the Baddeck Library Wednesdays from 2:30-3:30pm on: September 24, October 29 & November 26
What is a memory Cafe? A free social event for individuals, families and care partners living with memory challenges.
What happens at a Memory Cafe? We enjoy conversation, entertainment and warm drinks in a welcoming atmosphere.
For more info. and to register email baddeck@cbrl.ca or call (902) 295-2055

Federal Disability Supports: Information Session and Clinic
2025-11-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
A representative from Service Canada and Canadian Revenue Agency will be at the library to explain the differences between the Canada Pension Plan Disability, the Disability Tax Credit and the new Disability Benefit. They will provide an overview of each benefit, discuss eligibility criteria, and provide guidance on how to apply.

Letter Writing Social
2025-11-26 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.

Tea & Trivia
2025-11-26 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.

Self-directed Craft Activity
2025-11-26 | Sydney Mines Library, 1 Fraser Ave, Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, B1V 0A9, Canada
A new craft idea is available each Wednesday. This is an all-ages, drop-in any time activity.
Children under ten must be accompanied by an adult.
We provide craft supplies and a sample suggestion of a craft to make.
Check for new crafts on these Wednesdays: November 5, 12, 19, 26, December 3, 10.

Knitting Club
2025-11-25 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.

Lego Tuesday
2025-11-25 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.

DIY Soup Mixes in a Jar
2025-11-25 14:30 - 15:30 | Sydney Mines Library, 1 Fraser Ave, Sydney Mines, Nova Scotia, B1V 0A9, Canada
Add a little warmth to your holiday season at our Do It Yourself Soup Mixes in a Jar program! We will provide all the ingredients and recipes. Take home a beautiful, ready-to-make soup, perfect for cold winter nights or as a thoughtful holiday gift.
All ages welcome.
Sydney Mines Library
Nov. 25th from 2:30 – 3:30pm

Registration required. Please call or email:

Sydney Mines: 902-736-3219 / sydneymines@cbrl.ca

This program is generously supported by the Province of Nova Scotia.

Three Types of Yoga
2025-11-25 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
2025-11-24 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).

Junior Dungeons & Dragons
2025-11-22 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.

Super Saturday: Play dough
2025-11-22 13:30 - 15:30 | North Sydney Library, 309 Commercial St, North Sydney, Nova Scotia, B2A 1B9, Canada
We will be creating with play dough.

Super Saturday: Goblins
2025-11-22 10:00 - 13:00 | Sydney (McConnell Library), 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, B1P6X9, Canada
We’ll be making goblin crafts, including a no-sew treasure pouch!

Sensory Bin Fun
2025-11-22 10:00 - 12:00 | New Waterford Library, 3390 Plummer Ave, New Waterford, Nova Scotia, B1H 4K4, Canada
Have fun with our in library sensory bins and make your very own to take home.

Open to all ages

Super Saturday: Yarn Bird Craft
2025-11-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Glace Bay Library, 143 Commercial Street, Glace Bay, Nova Scotia, B1A 3B9, Canada
Drop in and get wound up in a yarn bird craft

BOOK LAUNCH: “HEARTBREAK RODEO” BY MONA KNIGHT
2025-11-22 10:00 - 11:00 | Baddeck Library, 520 Chebucto St, Baddeck, Nova Scotia, B0E 1B0, Canada
The final book in the “Fortune Saga” trilogy by Mona Knight has been published, and we are delighted to help launch it! Mona will talk about and read from her new novel at the library from 10-11am.
Following the reading Mona will head over to the Flying Kite (across the road) to sign copies of her book.

Lego Club
2025-11-21 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.

Lego Fun
2025-11-21 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 our Lego.
Dates are November 7, 14, 21, 28, December 5, 12
All ages welcome Children under 10 yrs. must be accompanied by an adult.
No registration required

Women's Knitting Social
2025-11-21 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
2025-11-21 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!
