Volunteer Seed Packaging Session #2

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

The sixth annual CBRL Seed Library is fast approaching and we need help packaging seeds!  If you have a little time to spare and would like to contribute to food literacy in Cape Breton, please register for the session below. Volunteers will spend two hours scooping seeds into small envelopes and sealing them with labels… Read More »Volunteer Seed Packaging Session #2

Presentation: The Last Treasure Hunter

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join Terry Dwyer, scuba diver, author and shipwreck hunter to learn about his explorations as the last officially licensed Treasure Trove hunter off St. Paul’s Island. Terry has many years of diving and marine adventures to his credit and is considered one of the foremost authorities on shipwrecks in Nova Scotia. Everyone is welcome. Learn more… Read More »Presentation: The Last Treasure Hunter

Event Series Babies & Books

Babies & Books

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

A fun 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. Registration is not required. The first 3 sessions will be guided by library staff and will include books, songs and rhymes; the final session will focus on… Read More »Babies & Books

Event Series Caregivers Support Group

Caregivers Support Group

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Caregiver Support Groups are safe places for people in caregiving roles to come together regularly for mutual care and support. Join staff from the Alzheimer's Society NS for these monthly sessions. Registration is required. Please call: 1-800-611-6345

Event Series Financial Wellness Wednesdays

Financial Wellness Wednesdays

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Every Wednesday in February join staff from Money Path Atlantic for hands-on, guided workshops to help you with your finances. Everyone is welcome! Come to one, some or all 4 sessions.   Feb. 5: Mapping my money priorities & budget building Feb. 12: Credit, Canadian banks & spotting scams Feb. 19: Money goals, savings, &… Read More »Financial Wellness Wednesdays

Event Series English Conversation

English Conversation

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Are you an adult looking to improve your English Conversation skills? Come and practice with local volunteers. Please email Dorothy at dkaiser@cbrl.ca for more information.

Volunteer Seed Packaging Session #3

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

The sixth annual CBRL Seed Library is fast approaching and we need help packaging seeds!  If you have a little time to spare and would like to contribute to food literacy in Cape Breton, please register for the session below. Volunteers will spend two hours scooping seeds into small envelopes and sealing them with labels… Read More »Volunteer Seed Packaging Session #3

Volunteer Seed Packaging Session #4

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

The sixth annual CBRL Seed Library is fast approaching and we need help packaging seeds!  If you have a little time to spare and would like to contribute to food literacy in Cape Breton, please register for the session below. Volunteers will spend two hours scooping seeds into small envelopes and sealing them with labels… Read More »Volunteer Seed Packaging Session #4

Warm Your Bones Festival | Cozy Crafts

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Spend a cozy evening crafting at the library! Teach yourself a new skill or flex your existing fibre arts prowess and spend the night working on your own project. Books and simple patterns will be available to guide your knitting and crocheting efforts. CBRL and the Warm Your Bones festival will have some yarn, knitting… Read More »Warm Your Bones Festival | Cozy Crafts

Free

Saturday Fun: Play-Doh

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Drop into the library to use our play-doh and have some fun! No registration required.

Event Series Babies & Books

Babies & Books

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

A fun 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. Registration is not required. The first 3 sessions will be guided by library staff and will include books, songs and rhymes; the final session will focus on… Read More »Babies & Books

Event Series Financial Wellness Wednesdays

Financial Wellness Wednesdays

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Every Wednesday in February join staff from Money Path Atlantic for hands-on, guided workshops to help you with your finances. Everyone is welcome! Come to one, some or all 4 sessions.   Feb. 5: Mapping my money priorities & budget building Feb. 12: Credit, Canadian banks & spotting scams Feb. 19: Money goals, savings, &… Read More »Financial Wellness Wednesdays

Event Series English Conversation

English Conversation

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Are you an adult looking to improve your English Conversation skills? Come and practice with local volunteers. Please email Dorothy at dkaiser@cbrl.ca for more information.

Volunteer Seed Packaging Session #5

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

The sixth annual CBRL Seed Library is fast approaching and we need help packaging seeds!  If you have a little time to spare and would like to contribute to food literacy in Cape Breton, please register for the session below. Volunteers will spend two hours scooping seeds into small envelopes and sealing them with labels… Read More »Volunteer Seed Packaging Session #5

Volunteer Seed Packaging Session #6

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

The sixth annual CBRL Seed Library is fast approaching and we need help packaging seeds!  If you have a little time to spare and would like to contribute to food literacy in Cape Breton, please register for the session below. Volunteers will spend two hours scooping seeds into small envelopes and sealing them with labels… Read More »Volunteer Seed Packaging Session #6

Pixel Power: Crafts From Your Favourite Video Games!

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join us for a fun, hands-on adventure where you can bring your favourite video game characters to life! From painting your own Minecraft character to drawing a Mario level and crafting a Fortnite llama, this creative program is perfect for gamers who love art. Get ready to level up your creativity and have a blast!… Read More »Pixel Power: Crafts From Your Favourite Video Games!

Free
Event Series Movers and Shakers

Movers and Shakers

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Join library staff every second Friday (Jan. 24, Feb. 7 & 21, Mar. 7) for stories, rhymes, songs and play. No registration. These drop-ins are for babies, tots, preschoolers and their parents/ caregivers.

Event Series Saturday Fun McConnell

Saturday Fun: Free Play

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Drop into the McConnell Library to try out our obstacle course, read an adventure book, or enjoy our great selection of toys and games. No registration required.

Book Signing with Mary P. MacDonald

Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

Local author Mary P. MacDonald will be at the library to sign copies of her latest book Let it Be. Mary P. MacDonald has lived with mental illness for forty-seven years. Drawing on her life experiences (both good and bad), Mary has written a book that includes some of the nuggets of wisdom that she's… Read More »Book Signing with Mary P. MacDonald