Every Monday from 3 to 5pm, our program room will have soft, inspiring classical music playing so you can read, relax and enjoy with the greats. No need to register, walk in and leave whenever you like.
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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. |
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New Waterford Library staff are serving up Grading Day Ice Cream Cones!! Drop-in to the library starting at 9:30am (ice cream treats will be served up until supplies run out). 
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. |
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Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation. |
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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.
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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
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*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 |
3 events,
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. |
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"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. |
3 events,
"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!
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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. |
5 events,
"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.
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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.
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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. |
4 events,
"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!
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Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation.
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Join us at the Glace Bay Library for a fun afternoon of painting with leaves. All materials are provided and no registration is required
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Join members of the Chinese Dragon Culture Heritage Association at the Sydney Library to make beautiful bookmarks in the Chinese Rubbing art style. All Materials are provided. This is a registered program intended for ages 9 and up. Please register below or by calling the Sydney branch at: 902-562-3161 |
6 events,
"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!
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Drop in to the Glace Bay Library to make a mushroom craft! All materials are provided and no registration is required.
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.
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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
Free
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 |
4 events,
"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!
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. |
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New Waterford Library with generous support from the New Waterford Credit Union and Darren O'Quinn (Councillor-District 11) have organized another Pit Talk Social! Get together to socialize, meet new and old friends, and reminisce about shared experiences while enjoying summer vibes and a BBQ! Outdoor event - tent opens at 12:30pm. Location: Colliery Lands Park… Read More »The Rake Stop Pit Talk Social |
1 event,
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. |
3 events,
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… Read More »NS Public Health Vaccination Clinic (Youth)
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Claw your way over and join us for some Lobster Art to kick start Glace Bay Harbour Fest! All materials are provided. Registration is required. Call the Glace Bay Library at:902-849-8657 or email: glacebay@cbrl.ca to register.
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. |
4 events,
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Grab your favorite stuffed toy and a blanket and join us at Wentworth Park near the bandshell for a fun filled hour of stories, rhymes, songs and snacks! All are welcome. No registration is required.
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. 
Join us at the Glace Bay Library for an adult/teen craft night! We are making a village or art with local drift wood. All materials are provided. Registration is required. Please phone the Glace Bay Library at: 902-849-8657 to register.
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Take your Teddy or Stuffy to the library, do a craft and then tuck them in for the night before you leave. Return Thursday at 1pm to pick up your Teddy and see what adventures they got into the night before. Open to all ages. No registration required. |
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Join us for a craft morning for adults/teens. We are making: lighthouse art! All materials are provided. Registration is required. Please phone the Glace Bay Library at: 902-849-8657 or email: glacebay@cbrl.ca to reserve your spot.
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Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation. |
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Join us for an adult/teen craft morning at the Glace Bay Library. We are painting some beautiful Sea Shells! All materials are provided. Registration is required. Please phone the Glace Bay Library at: 902-849-8657 or email at: glacebay@cbrl.ca to reserve your spot!
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.
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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
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Join us at the Glace Bay Library to make a splash with a mermaid craft! All materials are provided and no registration is required.
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 |
3 events,
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. |
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0 events,
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1 event,
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. |
2 events,
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Have fun making homemade Gnome puppets! All materials are provided and no registration is required.
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. |
3 events,
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Join staff from Island WISE for some fun activities that explore ecology. This program is recommended for ages 6-8. Registration is required - sign-up below or call the McConnell Library to register. https://www.islandwisecbu.ca/ IslandWISE is a program designed to bring STEM activities to young girls and women across all of Cape Breton Island. We strive… Read More »Ecology Exploration with Island WISE
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.
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Let's have some fun making homemade fairy lanterns! Registration is Required, please email glacebay@cbrl.ca or call 902-849-8657 to reserve your spot. |
3 events,
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Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation.
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Make your own Gnome Home! Registration is Required, please email glacebay@cbrl.ca or call 902-849-8657 to reserve your spot.
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Join members of the Chinese Dragon Culture Heritage Association at the Glace Bay Library for a hands on Chinese Calligraphy Workshop. This is a registered program and is intended for teens, adults, and kids 12 and up. Please phone the Glace Bay Library at: (902) 849-8657 to reserve your spot! |
5 events,
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.
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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
Free
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Come to the Glace Bay Library to make your very own 3d fairy doll! All materials are provided and no registration is required.
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 |
3 events,
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. |
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0 events,
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1 event,
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. |
2 events,
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Have fun decorating your own gingerbread cookie. Registration is Required, please email glacebay@cbrl.ca or call 902-849-8657to register.
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. |
1 event,
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. |
2 events,
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Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation.
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"Masks and capes and spooky light Creepy things make such a fright Witches laugh and monsters play At the library’s villain party today!" Registration is Required, please email glacebay@cbrl.ca or call 902-849-8657 to reserve your spot |
5 events,
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.
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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
Free
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Come to the Glace Bay library to make a wicked witch craft! All materials are provided and no registration is required.
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 |
3 events,
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. |
