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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261006T180000
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SUMMARY:NEW DAWN Tenant Advocacy Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Are you living in rental housing in the CBRM? Learn about your rights at a tenants’ workshop. \nJoin 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. \nA questions and answers session will follow the short presentation\, to address your tenancy concerns. \n  \nRegistration not required for this event. \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/new-dawn-tenant-advocacy-workshop/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/New-Dawn.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261006T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261006T163000
DTSTAMP:20260831T192712Z
CREATED:20260831T192712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T192712Z
UID:10009333-1791297000-1791304200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSome instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). \nFor more information email programs@cbrl.ca. \n  \nCBRL’s Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent\, guardian\, or responsible caregiver. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/chess-club-2/2026-10-06/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chess-jan-2026.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261005T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261005T123000
DTSTAMP:20261001T192719Z
CREATED:20261001T192543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261001T192719Z
UID:10009724-1791198000-1791203400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Meet-up Monday: with Jenny Kara
DESCRIPTION: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\nbe “right” and learn to trust ourselves.\nCome as you are and try something new!\nGuided by Jenny Kara from The Witching Post. \nIf this isn’t for you\, no problem! We’ll still have space for conversation. \n**This program is part of our Meet-up Monday schedule for community members (55+) – details on guests and program descriptions will be updated regularly.\nThis series is generously supported by the New Horizons for Seniors Program.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/meet-up-mondays-with-jenny-kara-2/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Tarot.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20261002T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20261002T150000
DTSTAMP:20260831T191434Z
CREATED:20260831T191120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T191434Z
UID:10009317-1790946000-1790953200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Fibre Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to knit and crochet with a fun crew. \nTake your latest project to work on and enjoy some tea and conversation while you work.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/fibre-lunch-3/2026-10-02/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/knitting.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260929T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260929T193000
DTSTAMP:20260908T144051Z
CREATED:20260908T143937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T144051Z
UID:10009611-1790706600-1790710200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Pop-up Book Club in Celebration of Nova Scotia Polish Heritage Month
DESCRIPTION:This Pop-Up Book Club is open to all. \nDrop-in and hear recommendations on popular Polish literature (in English) for all ages\, covering a variety of genres. \nVolunteer readers have been reading selected Polish best-sellers over the summer and they will share their impressions. \nLight refreshments will be served. \nSeptember is Nova Scotia Polish Heritage Month.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/pop-up-book-club-in-celebration-of-nova-scotia-polish-heritage-month/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Children (5-12),Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Book-Club-Polish-Heritage-Month.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260929T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260929T163000
DTSTAMP:20260831T192712Z
CREATED:20260831T192712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T192712Z
UID:10009332-1790692200-1790699400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSome instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). \nFor more information email programs@cbrl.ca. \n  \nCBRL’s Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent\, guardian\, or responsible caregiver. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/chess-club-2/2026-09-29/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chess-jan-2026.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260925T150000
DTSTAMP:20260831T191434Z
CREATED:20260831T191120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T191434Z
UID:10009316-1790341200-1790348400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Fibre Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to knit and crochet with a fun crew. \nTake your latest project to work on and enjoy some tea and conversation while you work.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/fibre-lunch-3/2026-09-25/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/knitting.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260922T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260922T163000
DTSTAMP:20260831T192712Z
CREATED:20260831T192712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T192712Z
UID:10009331-1790087400-1790094600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSome instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). \nFor more information email programs@cbrl.ca. \n  \nCBRL’s Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent\, guardian\, or responsible caregiver. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/chess-club-2/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chess-jan-2026.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260920T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260920T203000
DTSTAMP:20260904T164815Z
CREATED:20260904T163820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T164815Z
UID:10009609-1789929000-1789936200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Cider & Cinema
DESCRIPTION:Cider & Cinema returns! \n \nCome join us at Island Folk Cider House on September 20th\, 2026 starting at 6:30!\n\nOur 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 line up and a fitting end to summer.\n\nCome join us for cider\, prizes and of course: ACTION\n\nIn partnership with Island Folk Cider House and Sport & Social Club CBRM. With movie rights provided by the library’s Kanopy program.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/cider-cinema/
LOCATION:Island Folk Cider House\, 52 Nepean Street\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P 1J2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Cider-Cinema.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260918T150000
DTSTAMP:20260831T191434Z
CREATED:20260831T191120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T191434Z
UID:10009315-1789736400-1789743600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Fibre Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to knit and crochet with a fun crew. \nTake your latest project to work on and enjoy some tea and conversation while you work.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/fibre-lunch-3/2026-09-18/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/knitting.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260915T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260915T163000
DTSTAMP:20260831T192712Z
CREATED:20260831T192712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T192712Z
UID:10009330-1789482600-1789489800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSome instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). \nFor more information email programs@cbrl.ca. \n  \nCBRL’s Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent\, guardian\, or responsible caregiver. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/chess-club-2/2026-09-15/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chess-jan-2026.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260911T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260911T150000
DTSTAMP:20260831T191434Z
CREATED:20260831T191120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T191434Z
UID:10009314-1789131600-1789138800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Fibre Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to knit and crochet with a fun crew. \nTake your latest project to work on and enjoy some tea and conversation while you work.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/fibre-lunch-3/2026-09-11/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/knitting.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260910T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260910T153000
DTSTAMP:20260828T170415Z
CREATED:20260828T170415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T170415Z
UID:10009308-1789048800-1789054200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Be Robust at 55+ Ideas Sharing Social
DESCRIPTION:Library staff want to hear from you! \nWe will be organizing fall programs for older adults (55+) and this is your chance to share what interests you. \nDrop-in at the McConnell Library for a fun sharing social with light refreshments. \n  \nThis session is generously funded through the New Horizons for Seniors Program.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/be-robust-at-55-ideas-sharing-social-2/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Be-Robust.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260908T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260908T163000
DTSTAMP:20260831T192712Z
CREATED:20260831T192712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T192712Z
UID:10009329-1788877800-1788885000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSome instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). \nFor more information email programs@cbrl.ca. \n  \nCBRL’s Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent\, guardian\, or responsible caregiver. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/chess-club-2/2026-09-08/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chess-jan-2026.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260904T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260904T150000
DTSTAMP:20260831T191434Z
CREATED:20260831T191120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T191434Z
UID:10009313-1788526800-1788534000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Fibre Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to knit and crochet with a fun crew. \nTake your latest project to work on and enjoy some tea and conversation while you work.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/fibre-lunch-3/2026-09-04/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/knitting.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260901T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260901T163000
DTSTAMP:20260831T192712Z
CREATED:20260831T192712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T192712Z
UID:10009328-1788273000-1788280200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSome instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). \nFor more information email programs@cbrl.ca. \n  \nCBRL’s Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent\, guardian\, or responsible caregiver. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/chess-club-2/2026-09-01/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Chess-jan-2026.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260824T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260824T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T122532Z
CREATED:20260807T192358Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260824T122532Z
UID:10009247-1787569200-1787572800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Story Time with Tappy - Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:Due to low registration we are cancelling this program. \nJoin Tappy and ACAP staff for a fun story time and craft to help us learn about the water cycle. \nThis activity is for ages 5-8 and registration is required. \nRegister in space below. \n  \nNote: CBRL’s youth safety policy requires anyone 8 years old or younger to be accompanied at all times by a parent or other responsible caregiver. For a library program we need the parent/ caregiver to be in the library for the duration of the program\, not necessarily in the program itself. 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/story-time-with-tappy/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children (5-12)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Tappy.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260819T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260818T122038Z
CREATED:20260624T193731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T122038Z
UID:10009008-1787148000-1787151600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Teddy Bear Picnic - moved to the Library
DESCRIPTION:With showers in the forecast for Wednesday August 19 we will move our Teddy Bear Picnic to the McConnell Library (not Petersfield Park)! \nBring a blanket and your favourite stuffie – we will have stories\, songs and snacks to share. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/teddy-bear-picnic-petersfield-park/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Babies, Toddler & Preschool (0-5),Children (5-12)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Moved-to-McConnell.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260811T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260811T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T170747Z
CREATED:20260616T170747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T170747Z
UID:10008992-1786446000-1786460400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:NS Public Health Vaccination Clinic (Youth)
DESCRIPTION:Drop in for: Meningitis B\, Grade 7 and routine childhood vaccines. \nAre you graduating? Here are a few things to add to your summer checklist: \n*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 to present your vaccination records and be up to date on all of your vaccines. You can catch up for free until you turn 19. \n*Getting the Meningitis B vaccine. Vaccination against meningococcal B infection is not part of your routine childhood vaccinations. If you are moving into a group living situation (residences or military barracks)\, you should consider getting two doses of the Meningitis B vaccine. \nwww.nshealth.ca/public-health-immunization-clinics
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/ns-public-health-vaccination-clinic-youth/2026-08-11/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Summer-vaccination-clinics.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260806T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260806T150000
DTSTAMP:20260624T143721Z
CREATED:20260624T143628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T143721Z
UID:10009006-1786024800-1786028400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Exploring Cultural Roots Through Music: Sing & Shine with Julia Tynes
DESCRIPTION: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! \nWith 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 Swift and Bruno Mars. Participants are invited to clap along\, move their bodies\, and sing out loud as they explore melody\, groove\, and performance. \nThis vibrant program introduces audiences to the rich cultural roots of pop through soul\, jazz\, and rock and roll\, while celebrating the lasting contributions of Black artists throughout history. Julia also shares a few of her own original songs and stories\, empowering everyone to use their voices and build confidence through music. \nWhether you’re a toddler\, a tween\, or just young at heart\, come ready to sing\, dance\, and shine! \nFREE show – All ages. \n\nIn partnership with the Province of Nova Scotia’s Department of Communities\, Culture\, Tourism and Heritage
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/exploring-cultural-roots-through-music-sing-shine-with-julia-tynes/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Babies, Toddler & Preschool (0-5),Children (5-12),Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/ECRTM-JuliaT-IG-Photo-1080x1080-JUN2026.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260730T190000
DTSTAMP:20260708T150013Z
CREATED:20260708T150013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T150013Z
UID:10009083-1785434400-1785438000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Silent Summer Reading Club
DESCRIPTION:Need a quiet space to get some summer reading done? Join other readers in your library for silent reading.  \nDrop-in.  \nAll ages.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/silent-summer-reading-club/2026-07-30/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Children (5-12),Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260728T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260728T190000
DTSTAMP:20260708T150013Z
CREATED:20260708T150013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260708T150013Z
UID:10009081-1785261600-1785265200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Silent Summer Reading Club
DESCRIPTION:Need a quiet space to get some summer reading done? Join other readers in your library for silent reading.  \nDrop-in.  \nAll ages.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/silent-summer-reading-club/2026-07-28/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Children (5-12),Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Silent-reading-club.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260722T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260722T150000
DTSTAMP:20260622T141037Z
CREATED:20260622T141037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260622T141037Z
UID:10009005-1784725200-1784732400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Ecology Exploration with Island WISE
DESCRIPTION:Join staff from Island WISE for some fun activities that explore ecology. \nThis program is recommended for ages 6-8. \nRegistration is required – sign-up below or call the McConnell Library to register. \n\nhttps://www.islandwisecbu.ca/\nIslandWISE is a program designed to bring STEM activities to young girls and women across all of Cape Breton Island. We strive to provide a diversity of events and reach as many communities as possible. We promote early education of young women in STEM through IslandWISE Retreats and GirlSTEM Saturdays; we provide accessible and exemplar role models and mentors in informal and formal settings; and we also provide the opportunity for fun and exciting hands-on learning (IslandWISE Day Camps). 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/ecology-exploration-with-island-wise/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children (5-12)
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Ecology.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260714T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260714T150000
DTSTAMP:20260616T170747Z
CREATED:20260616T170747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T170747Z
UID:10008991-1784026800-1784041200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:NS Public Health Vaccination Clinic (Youth)
DESCRIPTION:Drop in for: Meningitis B\, Grade 7 and routine childhood vaccines. \nAre you graduating? Here are a few things to add to your summer checklist: \n*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 to present your vaccination records and be up to date on all of your vaccines. You can catch up for free until you turn 19. \n*Getting the Meningitis B vaccine. Vaccination against meningococcal B infection is not part of your routine childhood vaccinations. If you are moving into a group living situation (residences or military barracks)\, you should consider getting two doses of the Meningitis B vaccine. \nwww.nshealth.ca/public-health-immunization-clinics
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/ns-public-health-vaccination-clinic-youth/2026-07-14/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Summer-vaccination-clinics.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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