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Drop-in to the North Sydney Library for some Lego time every Tuesday from 3:00-4:00. Ages 5 and up. |
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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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Spend a relaxing day puzzling at the library. We'll have puzzles galore set out for you to pick away at while you sip hot drinks and settle into some cozy vibes. All ages welcome. Puzzle sizes range from 100 to 1000 pieces.
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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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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… Read More »Lego Fun Fridays |
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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… Read More »Chess Club
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Drop-in to the North Sydney Library for some Lego time every Tuesday from 3:00-4:00. Ages 5 and up. 
Bring your knitting or crocheting and craft with others. Open to all adults. No registration required. |
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Tea and Trivia ~ Wednesdays at 10:30am Open to adults. Registration is required. Phone 902-862-2892 for more information, or to register. |
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Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation. 
Meets every Thursday from 1:30-3pm. Read and discuss William Golding's 'The Lord of the Flies' Want to join the discussion? Call the library for more details 902-295-2055. 
Drop in to the Glace Bay Library Thursdays in January to make crafts! Thurs Jan 8: Penguins Thurs Jan 15: Teddy bears Thurs Jan 22: Snowflakes Thurs Jan 29: Valentines This activity is geared for ages 5-12.
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Following up on an autobiographical collection of stories, Brian Poletz will share with us from his recent novel Where the Earth Meets the Sky. Brian grew up in Biggar, Saskatchewan and has travelled extensively throughout the world, and lived in Switzerland, France, Spain, and the Netherlands. Currently he has a farm, B&B, and cycling/hiking business… Read More »AUTHOR READING/TALK: BRIAN POLETZ |
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Visit the library Friday mornings in January & February for stories, crafts and social time. Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers are welcome! Registration is not required.
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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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Bring your knitting or crocheting project and join in with other crafters on Friday afternoons. Tea provided.
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… Read More »Lego Fun Fridays |
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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… Read More »Tai Chi at the Baddeck Library
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Make a cool snowman craft at the library. Drop-in/ registration is not required.
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Our first Super Saturday of the new year will be Jan. 10 and we'll be making origami. |
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Register for 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. Registration required, please call 902-849-8657 or email glacebay@cbrl.ca
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… Read More »Chess Club
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Drop-in to the North Sydney Library for some Lego time every Tuesday from 3:00-4:00. Ages 5 and up.
Bring your knitting or crocheting and craft with others. Open to all adults. No registration required.
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Beat the January blues with a cozy film series full of comfort, comedy and whimsy. Tues 13 Jan @ 6pm: This Beautiful Fantastic (2016/ PG/ 1hour and 32 mins.) Tues 20 Jan @ 6pm : Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016/ PG/ 1hour and 41mins.) Tues 27 Jan @ 6pm: The Summer Book (2024/ NR/ 1hour… Read More »Movie Night: This Beautiful Fantastic 
Newcomers are invited to practice their English language skills in a conversational setting with volunteers from the community. Every Tuesday from 6:30-7:30pm at the Glace Bay Library. |
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Tea and Trivia ~ Wednesdays at 10:30am Open to adults. Registration is required. Phone 902-862-2892 for more information, or to register. 
Staff from the Alzheimer's Society of NS offer a monthly Caregiver Support group at the library. Caregivers should call 1-800-611-6345 to register for these sessions. 
Join us at the Baddeck Library Wednesdays from 2:30-3:30pm on: January 14, February 11, March 18 & April 15 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.… Read More »Memory Cafe Series
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Join us in making stained glass watercolour art. Registration Required. Please call 902-849-8657 or email glacebay@cbrl.ca to register
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Join CBRL staff and discuss Grady Hendrix’s “How to Sell a Haunted House.” “... a thrilling new novel that explores the way your past—and your family—can haunt you like nothing else.” Available to borrow in E-Book, Audiobook, and limited physical books! It’s not to late to register! Sign-up below. |
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Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation.
Meets every Thursday from 1:30-3pm. Read and discuss William Golding's 'The Lord of the Flies' Want to join the discussion? Call the library for more details 902-295-2055.
Drop in to the Glace Bay Library Thursdays in January to make crafts! Thurs Jan 8: Penguins Thurs Jan 15: Teddy bears Thurs Jan 22: Snowflakes Thurs Jan 29: Valentines This activity is geared for ages 5-12.
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DIY Soup Mix in a Jar All ages welcome. Warm up winter with a cozy DIY Soup Mix! You’ll be layering a Green Split Pea Soup and a Five Beans Soup, perfect for those cold nights. Registration is required ~ please call or email 902-794-3272 / northsydney@cbrl.ca Note: Please let us know about any food… Read More »DIY Soup Mix in a Jar
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If you've wanted to try tabletop role playing (TTRP) like Dungeons & Dragons this is your chance to be introduced to the basics. Join Derek Stewart, a long-time fan of tabletop role playing for some guidance in the game. If you have questions for Derek you can email ttrpgderek@gmail.com This program is for adults (18+)… Read More »Dungeons & Dragons: an introduction for adult beginners
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The true story of Sir Nicholas 'Nicky' Winton, a young London broker who, in the months leading up to World War II, rescued 669 predominantly Jewish children from the Nazis. Nicky visited Prague in December 1938 and found families who had fled the rise of the Nazis in Germany and Austria, living in desperate conditions… Read More »FEATURE FILM: ONE LIFE (2023) |
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Visit the library Friday mornings in January & February for stories, crafts and social time. Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers are welcome! Registration is not required. 
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.
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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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Bring your knitting or crocheting project and join in with other crafters on Friday afternoons. Tea provided.
Join other knitters and crafters on Friday afternoons for a time to chat and work on your knitting projects.
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… Read More »Lego Fun Fridays |
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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… Read More »Tai Chi at the Baddeck Library
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Let your imagination run wild and see what you can create with LEGO! Open to all. No registration required.
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 
Use the provided materials to make a suggested craft. Staff will explain and assist if needed. Dates: January 17 & 31 February 14 & 28 Time: 1:15 - 3:30 pm Registration is not required. For children/families (under 8 yrs. must be accompanied by an adult) Note: Unexpected library closures will be posted on CBRL.ca… Read More »Saturday Crafting Fun (Self-directed) |
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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… Read More »Chess Club
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Drop-in to the North Sydney Library for some Lego time every Tuesday from 3:00-4:00. Ages 5 and up.
Bring your knitting or crocheting and craft with others. Open to all adults. No registration required.
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Beat the January blues with a cozy film series full of comfort, comedy and whimsy. Tues 13 Jan @ 6pm: This Beautiful Fantastic (2016/ PG/ 1hour and 32 mins.) Tues 20 Jan @ 6pm : Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016/ PG/ 1hour and 41mins.) Tues 27 Jan @ 6pm: The Summer Book (2024/ NR/ 1hour… Read More »Movie Night: Hunt for the Wilderpeople
Newcomers are invited to practice their English language skills in a conversational setting with volunteers from the community. Every Tuesday from 6:30-7:30pm at the Glace Bay Library. |
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Tea and Trivia ~ Wednesdays at 10:30am Open to adults. Registration is required. Phone 902-862-2892 for more information, or to register.
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Join us as we welcome RBC staff and Const. Fraser for a community education session about fraud. Learn how to keep yourself and those you love safe and maintain financial security. Registration is not required.
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Join library staff to make a fun snack to eat and a craft to take home! Here’s what’s on the menu: No Bake Energy Bites Ingredients: quick-cooking oats (uncooked) shredded coconut cocoa powder honey unsweetened applesauce vanilla yogurt / vanilla extract For ages 5–12 years old (with a parent, guardian, or caregiver). Call the… Read More »Pages to Plate #2: No Bake Energy Bites |
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Each Thursday from 11 AM – 2 PM, our Digital Literacy Trainer is available for drop-in sessions. Bring your device, and stop by to learn how to navigate the SamePage catalogue, access library e-resources like Kanopy and Hoopla, create an email account and more. Funded by @NS Community Technology Network.
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Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation.
Meets every Thursday from 1:30-3pm. Read and discuss William Golding's 'The Lord of the Flies' Want to join the discussion? Call the library for more details 902-295-2055.
Drop in to the Glace Bay Library Thursdays in January to make crafts! Thurs Jan 8: Penguins Thurs Jan 15: Teddy bears Thurs Jan 22: Snowflakes Thurs Jan 29: Valentines This activity is geared for ages 5-12.
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Make the most of your sipping habit! Michelle Greenwell, the proprietor of the Cape Breton Tea Company and of The Greenwell Centre for Holistic Health will present a tasting workshop, guiding us through a holistic ritual of mindfulness and self-care with tea. Come enjoy some cozy cups with us! |
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Visit the library Friday mornings in January & February for stories, crafts and social time. Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers are welcome! Registration is not required.
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.
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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
Bring your knitting or crocheting project and join in with other crafters on Friday afternoons. Tea provided.
Join other knitters and crafters on Friday afternoons for a time to chat and work on your knitting projects.
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… Read More »Lego Fun Fridays 
Join us at the Sydney Mines Library to paint a rock for your garden or windowsill. Paint flowers, pets or your favorite character, it's up to you! It is recommended that you wear old clothes or a paint shirt. Spots are limited, so please contact the Sydney Mines branch to register at: 902-736-3219. |
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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… Read More »Tai Chi at the Baddeck Library
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Join library staff to make a fun snack to eat and a craft to take home! Here’s what’s on the menu: No Bake Energy Bites Station ~ ingredients: quick-cooking oats (uncooked) shredded coconut cocoa powder honey unsweetened applesauce vanilla yogurt / vanilla extract For ages 5–12 years old (with a parent, guardian, or caregiver). … Read More »Super Saturday: Pages to Plates #2 – Make a no bake snack
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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 |
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New Waterford Library is hosting a meeting place for miners! Get together to socialize, meet new and old friends, and reminisce about shared experiences while enjoying tea, coffee, and light refreshments. Location: New Waterford Fire Department (thanks to the Fire Department for their support!) Tuesday, January 27 from 1-3pm (doors open at 12:30). Call the… Read More »The Rake Stop: A Pit Talk Social
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… Read More »Chess Club
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Drop-in to the North Sydney Library for some Lego time every Tuesday from 3:00-4:00. Ages 5 and up.
Bring your knitting or crocheting and craft with others. Open to all adults. No registration required.
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Beat the January blues with a cozy film series full of comfort, comedy and whimsy. Tues 13 Jan @ 6pm: This Beautiful Fantastic (2016/ PG/ 1hour and 32 mins.) Tues 20 Jan @ 6pm : Hunt for the Wilderpeople (2016/ PG/ 1hour and 41mins.) Tues 27 Jan @ 6pm: The Summer Book (2024/ NR/ 1hour… Read More »Movie Night: The Summer Book
Newcomers are invited to practice their English language skills in a conversational setting with volunteers from the community. Every Tuesday from 6:30-7:30pm at the Glace Bay Library. |
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Tea and Trivia ~ Wednesdays at 10:30am Open to adults. Registration is required. Phone 902-862-2892 for more information, or to register.
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Celebrate Family Literacy Day and all the ways that families learn together! The theme for FLD 2026 is: Make Mealtime Family Learning Time. Library staff will be sharing stories and activities with participants and there will be a pancake party break too! This program is for kids and their parents/ caregivers. Stories and activities will… Read More »Family Literacy Day Pancake Party |
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Each Thursday from 11 AM – 2 PM, our Digital Literacy Trainer is available for drop-in sessions. Bring your device, and stop by to learn how to navigate the SamePage catalogue, access library e-resources like Kanopy and Hoopla, create an email account and more. Funded by @NS Community Technology Network.
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Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation.
Meets every Thursday from 1:30-3pm. Read and discuss William Golding's 'The Lord of the Flies' Want to join the discussion? Call the library for more details 902-295-2055.
Drop in to the Glace Bay Library Thursdays in January to make crafts! Thurs Jan 8: Penguins Thurs Jan 15: Teddy bears Thurs Jan 22: Snowflakes Thurs Jan 29: Valentines This activity is geared for ages 5-12.
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We are delighted to have Svitlana and Natalia prepare some traditional Ukrainian dishes for us – Ukrainian Borscht and Varenyky will be on the menu for your sampling pleasure! Come share in this lovely cultural exchange, and enjoy some delicious comfort food on this winter’s night.
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Like a book club… but for movies! Join McConnell staff as we discuss the 2023 film, ‘Blackberry’ and the Canadian cinema scene! Please watch the film in advance as it will not be screened during this event. Limited DVDs and Blu-rays available, ask at the McConnell front desk for more information! Space is limited please… Read More »McConnell Film Discussion Club – ‘BLACKBERRY’ |
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Visit the library Friday mornings in January & February for stories, crafts and social time. Babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers are welcome! Registration is not required.
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.
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Join McConnell staff for a cinematic double-feature afternoon at your local library! 12pm - “The Dark Crystal” (1982): In this groundbreaking fantasy epic from Jim Henson and Frank Oz, the peaceful world of Thra is threatened by the evil Skeksis, who rule through the power of the shattered Dark Crystal. A young Gelfling named Jen… Read More »McConnell Movie Marathon – Teen Edition
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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
Bring your knitting or crocheting project and join in with other crafters on Friday afternoons. Tea provided.
Join other knitters and crafters on Friday afternoons for a time to chat and work on your knitting projects.
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… Read More »Lego Fun Fridays
Join us at the Sydney Mines Library to paint a rock for your garden or windowsill. Paint flowers, pets or your favorite character, it's up to you! It is recommended that you wear old clothes or a paint shirt. Spots are limited, so please contact the Sydney Mines branch to register at: 902-736-3219. |
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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… Read More »Tai Chi at the Baddeck Library
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We have the tiny art easels and art supplies ~ bring your imagination and let's see what art we can create. Open to all. No registration required.
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
Use the provided materials to make a suggested craft. Staff will explain and assist if needed. Dates: January 17 & 31 February 14 & 28 Time: 1:15 - 3:30 pm Registration is not required. For children/families (under 8 yrs. must be accompanied by an adult) Note: Unexpected library closures will be posted on CBRL.ca… Read More »Saturday Crafting Fun (Self-directed) |
