McConnell Library – General Events

Phone 902-562-3161
Email mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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  • Exploring Cultural Roots Through Music: Sing & Shine with Julia Tynes

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

    Join award-winning African Nova Scotian singer-songwriter and entertainer Julia Tynes for an interactive music experience full of singing, learning, and joyful expression—fun for whole family! With her signature energy and soulful vocals, Julia leads children and families on a musical journey through classics like “Rockin’ Robin,” kid-friendly Motown hits, and today’s pop anthems by artists like Taylor… Read More »Exploring Cultural Roots Through Music: Sing & Shine with Julia Tynes

  • NS Public Health Vaccination Clinic (Youth)

    NS Public Health Vaccination Clinic (Youth)
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    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)

  • Teddy Bear Picnic – moved to the Library

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

    With showers in the forecast for Wednesday August 19 we will move our Teddy Bear Picnic to the McConnell Library (not Petersfield Park)! Bring a blanket and your favourite stuffie - we will have stories, songs and snacks to share.  

  • Story Time with Tappy – Cancelled

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

    Due to low registration we are cancelling this program. Join Tappy and ACAP staff for a fun story time and craft to help us learn about the water cycle. This activity is for ages 5-8 and registration is required. Register in space below.   Note: CBRL's youth safety policy requires anyone 8 years old or… Read More »Story Time with Tappy – Cancelled

  • Chess Club

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

    Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? Drop-in to the McConnell Library's Chess Club on Tuesday afternoons. Some instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). For more information email programs@cbrl.ca.   CBRL's Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent,… Read More »Chess Club

  • Fibre Lunch

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

    Drop in to knit and crochet with a fun crew. Take your latest project to work on and enjoy some tea and conversation while you work.

  • Chess Club

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

    Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? Drop-in to the McConnell Library's Chess Club on Tuesday afternoons. Some instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). For more information email programs@cbrl.ca.   CBRL's Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent,… Read More »Chess Club

  • Be Robust at 55+ Ideas Sharing Social

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

    Library staff want to hear from you! We will be organizing fall programs for older adults (55+) and this is your chance to share what interests you. Drop-in at the McConnell Library for a fun sharing social with light refreshments.   This session is generously funded through the New Horizons for Seniors Program.

  • Fibre Lunch

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

    Drop in to knit and crochet with a fun crew. Take your latest project to work on and enjoy some tea and conversation while you work.

  • Chess Club

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

    Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? Drop-in to the McConnell Library's Chess Club on Tuesday afternoons. Some instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). For more information email programs@cbrl.ca.   CBRL's Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent,… Read More »Chess Club

  • Fibre Lunch

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

    Drop in to knit and crochet with a fun crew. Take your latest project to work on and enjoy some tea and conversation while you work.

  • Cider & Cinema

    Island Folk Cider House 52 Nepean Street, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Cider & Cinema returns!    Come join us at Island Folk Cider House on September 20th, 2026 starting at 6:30! Our first movie is the 'classic' Point Break (1991), starring Keanu Reeves and Patrick Swayze in a sky diving, surf boarding, heist movie! This a great way to kick off this season's Cider & Cinema… Read More »Cider & Cinema

  • Chess Club

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

    Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? Drop-in to the McConnell Library's Chess Club on Tuesday afternoons. Some instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). For more information email programs@cbrl.ca.   CBRL's Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent,… Read More »Chess Club

  • Fibre Lunch

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

    Drop in to knit and crochet with a fun crew. Take your latest project to work on and enjoy some tea and conversation while you work.

  • Chess Club

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

    Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? Drop-in to the McConnell Library's Chess Club on Tuesday afternoons. Some instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). For more information email programs@cbrl.ca.   CBRL's Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent,… Read More »Chess Club

  • Pop-up Book Club in Celebration of Nova Scotia Polish Heritage Month

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

    This Pop-Up Book Club is open to all. Drop-in and hear recommendations on popular Polish literature (in English) for all ages, covering a variety of genres. Volunteer readers have been reading selected Polish best-sellers over the summer and they will share their impressions. Light refreshments will be served. September is Nova Scotia Polish Heritage Month.

  • Fibre Lunch

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

    Drop in to knit and crochet with a fun crew. Take your latest project to work on and enjoy some tea and conversation while you work.

  • Meet-up Monday: with Jenny Kara

    Meet-up Mondays: with Jenny Kara
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Join Meet-up Monday's special guest: Jenny Kara for an Intro to Tarot and Other Tools. We'll play with colour, creativity, cards and other tools to see what we notice when we stop trying to be “right” and learn to trust ourselves. Come as you are and try something new! Guided by Jenny Kara from The… Read More »Meet-up Monday: with Jenny Kara

  • Chess Club

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

    Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? Drop-in to the McConnell Library's Chess Club on Tuesday afternoons. Some instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). For more information email programs@cbrl.ca.   CBRL's Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent,… Read More »Chess Club

  • NEW DAWN Tenant Advocacy Workshop

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

    Are you living in rental housing in the CBRM? Learn about your rights at a tenants’ workshop. Join Isabelle Lalonde from New Dawn to learn about tenants’ and landlords’ rights and responsibilities, laws that govern rental housing in Nova Scotia, as well as provided local resource information for tenants to access in Cape Breton. A… Read More »NEW DAWN Tenant Advocacy Workshop