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.
Drop in on Thursdays in February to let your creativity shine with our Art Cart! A variety of art materials will be available, along with a prompt to spark ideas. No instruction, just imagination! No registration required! For school aged kids. Dates and Time: Feb 5, 12, 19 & 26 from 2:30 - 5:00 pm… Read More »Art Cart Fun
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
Bring your knitting or crocheting project and join in with other crafters on Friday afternoons. Tea provided.
Join CBU students for Valentine Card Making. Drop in to make Valentine cards that will be distributed to senior home residents in CBRM! All ages welcome. Supplies will be provided. A card drop-off box will be available at the McConnell Library from Feb. 7-11*
Join Mariah and Ray to hear about their projects funded by the CBRM Creative Catalyst Fund. A brief talk by each artist on their process and work; followed by a viewing gallery of ceramics and landscape paintings created in Cape Breton.
We’re bringing the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 to the library with a a few event screenings. Join us at the McConnell Library as we present CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of the Opening Ceremony. #MilanoCortina2026
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.
Cheer on Team Canada! We’re bringing the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 to the library with a few event screenings. Join us at the McConnell Library as we present CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of Women's Hockey - CANADA vs USA. #MilanoCortina2026 *Note CBC/ Radio-Canada’s final broadcast schedule can be fluid… Read More »Women’s Hockey (CANADA vs USA)
Learn how to prepare for Emergencies in Nova Scotia: from what to pack in an Emergency Kit to how to help yourself, your family and your neighbours when emergencies happen in your community. Presenter: Emily Clegg, Outreach Officer | NS Department of Emergency Management Registration not required.
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.
Cheer on Team Canada! We’re bringing the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 to the library with a few event screenings. Join us at the McConnell Library as we present CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of Figure Skating (Ice Dance). #MilanoCortina2026 *Note CBC/ Radio-Canada's final broadcast schedule can be fluid up to… Read More »Figure Skating (Ice Dance)
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.
Drop in on Thursdays in February to let your creativity shine with our Art Cart! A variety of art materials will be available, along with a prompt to spark ideas. No instruction, just imagination! No registration required! For school aged kids. Dates and Time: Feb 5, 12, 19 & 26 from 2:30 - 5:00 pm… Read More »Art Cart Fun
Bring your knitting or crocheting project and join in with other crafters on Friday afternoons. Tea provided.
Drop in to the Sydney Library to try your hand at rainbow scratch art and archery!
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.
Spend an afternoon relaxing at the library with your favourite yarn crafts. Work on your own knitting or crocheting craft or follow along with an instructor from the Warm Your Bones festival to learn how to make a basic washcloth or a yarn wrap rainbow. Some yarn, knitting needles, and crochet hooks are provided but… Read More »Knits & Knots: Cozy Crafting at the Library
A fun, drop-in story-time to introduce babies to books, songs, rhymes and play at their library! This drop-in is for parents/ caregivers and babies up to 18 months.
Unfortunately we have to cancel this session. The Art Dragons are back for another beginner paint session: paint a snowman. Paint supplies will be provided. Registration is required - register in the space below. ~~ About the Art Dragon Society: a non-profit group created by people with mental illness and artistic ability with the aim… Read More »CANCELLED Beginner Paint (for adults)