Read Coast to Coast is a fun reading challenge from Same Page for all ages! Read Canadian authors from across the country (one Canadian book read = one ballot into the prize draw). Track your progress by putting a sticker on your map for each of the five regions and earn and extra ballot for… Read More »READ Coast to Coast
The NS Public Health Mobile Unit will be set-up at the McConnell Library from 10:30am - 4pm on Tuesday, March 3rd Booked appointments are recommended. Limited drop-ins available. COVID-19, Standard/ Seniors Influenza & Adult RSV Vaccines - Book online: novascotia.ca/vaccination COVID-19 & Influenza Tests - Book online: covidbooking.nshealth.ca Book Vaccines or Tests by phone 1-833-797-7772… Read More »Public Health Mobile Unit All ages Vaccination & Testing Clinic
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.
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
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.
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.
Tea and Trivia ~ Wednesdays at 10:30am Open to adults. Registration is required. Phone 902-862-2892 for more information, or to register.
A fun, drop-in story-time to introduce babies to books, songs, rhymes and play at their library! This series is for parents/caregivers and babies up to 18 months.
Join us from 10:30am -12 noon Feb. 11, 18, 25 and March 4 to meet new friends, enjoy conversation and have a snack. Everyone welcome.
Drop in and make your own lucky pot of gold. A fun activity for kids.
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.
Volunteers needed! We are looking for your help to package seeds for this year's seed library. Sign up below to be part of our packaging crew! The Seed Library program provides free access to vegetable seeds to library patrons who are residents of CBRM and Victoria County and helps promote sustainable living and food literacy.… Read More »Volunteer Seed Packaging Session
Come join us to work on a fibre craft. Bring your own project and enjoy tea and conversation.
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… Read More »Junk Journaling Drop In
What does it mean to be a film artist in Canada today? Explore how filmmaking practices and forms continue to evolve. 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… Read More »Community Artist Talks: The Art & Heart of Filmmaking
In celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8th, the library will be screening a 6-part series on the life of Karen Blixen. Beginning at the time of the author's return to Denmark in 1931 after many years in East Africa, penniless, sick and divorced, THE DREAMER: BECOMING KAREN BLIXEN depicts her journey from this… Read More »FILM: “THE DREAMER: BECOMING KAREN BLIXEN” Part 1 & 2 (2022)
Visit the library Friday mornings 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.
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