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McConnell Library – Program Department

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  • May 2026

  • Wed 6

    English Conversation Group

    May 6 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm English Conversation Group
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    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.

  • Sat 9

    Super Saturday: Play-Doh

    May 9 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Join us at the Sydney library to see what you can make with Play-Doh! Squish it, roll it, build it, and mold it. We have all the tools you need for doughy fun!

  • Wed 13

    English Conversation Group

    May 13 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm English Conversation Group
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    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.

  • Thu 14

    McConnell Movie Discussion Club – ‘WEIRDOS’

    May 14 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Like a book club… but for movies! Join McConnell staff as we discuss the 2016, Nova Scotian film ‘WEIRDOS’. This is a registered program and spots are limited so please register below or by calling the Sydney Branch at: 902- 562-3161. Please watch the film in advance as it will not be screened during this… Read More »McConnell Movie Discussion Club – ‘WEIRDOS’

  • Sat 16

    Super Saturday: Fishful Thinking

    May 16 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    "I wish I wish I was a fish" Join us at the Sydney library for a fishful fun day of fish themed crafts!

  • Wed 20

    English Conversation Group

    May 20 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm English Conversation Group
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    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.

  • Fri 22

    Sugarwoods- ECMA Children’s Artist of the Year Nominee

    May 22 @ 10:30 am - 11:00 am
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Come join us at the Sydney library for a fun pop up concert from ECMA Children's Artist of the Year Nominee: "Sugarwoods!" Sugarwoods Founder Emma McMullin is an Artist, Educator, and Producer based in Georgetown, Texas.  Hailing from the east coast of Canada, McMullin was awarded the Governor General’s Medal of Canada in 2006 for… Read More »Sugarwoods- ECMA Children’s Artist of the Year Nominee

  • Sat 23

    Super Saturday: The Great Library Bug Hunt

    May 23 @ 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Search high and low around the library to find all the hidden bugs! Can you spot them all and complete the hunt?

  • Sat 23

    Heather Feather: Music for Growing Hearts and Minds!

    May 23 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    We are thrilled to be hosting award winning Canadian children's entertainer and disability activist: Heather Feather! Join us at the Sydney library for joyful, inclusive music that nurtures children’s emotional growth and celebrates their unique selves! Heather is the recipient of the Parent's Pick Award for: "Best Educational Products in the World" for 2024 and… Read More »Heather Feather: Music for Growing Hearts and Minds!

  • Mon 25

    Classical Chill

    May 25 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Classical Chill
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Every Monday from 3 to 5pm, our program room will have soft, inspiring classical music playing so you can read, relax and enjoy with the greats. No need to register, walk in and leave whenever you like.

  • Wed 27

    English Conversation Group

    May 27 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm English Conversation Group
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    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.

  • Thu 28

    Free & Open Source Software: What it is, what it isn’t, and what it can do for you

    May 28 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Join Mandy Ardelli-Roy for a casual, interactive presentation about what free and open source software can do for you. Do you want to prolong the life of an old device? Maybe it’s telling you that you need a new operating system. If you want to avoid buying a new device and contributing to e-waste there… Read More »Free & Open Source Software: What it is, what it isn’t, and what it can do for you

  • June 2026

  • Mon 1

    CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!

    June 1 CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Spring has sprung! While spring cleaning around your homes and gardens this season, Cape Breton Regional Library hopes that you will consider donating some plants and gently-used items for our upcoming Plant and Yard Sale fundraiser. There is great environmental impact when you pass your gently-used items on to someone else who could use them. Also, when… Read More »CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!

  • Mon 1

    Classical Chill

    June 1 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Classical Chill
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Every Monday from 3 to 5pm, our program room will have soft, inspiring classical music playing so you can read, relax and enjoy with the greats. No need to register, walk in and leave whenever you like.

  • Tue 2

    CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!

    June 2 CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Spring has sprung! While spring cleaning around your homes and gardens this season, Cape Breton Regional Library hopes that you will consider donating some plants and gently-used items for our upcoming Plant and Yard Sale fundraiser. There is great environmental impact when you pass your gently-used items on to someone else who could use them. Also, when… Read More »CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!

  • Wed 3

    CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!

    June 3 CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Spring has sprung! While spring cleaning around your homes and gardens this season, Cape Breton Regional Library hopes that you will consider donating some plants and gently-used items for our upcoming Plant and Yard Sale fundraiser. There is great environmental impact when you pass your gently-used items on to someone else who could use them. Also, when… Read More »CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!

  • Wed 3

    English Conversation Group

    June 3 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm English Conversation Group
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    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.

  • Thu 4

    CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!

    June 4 CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Spring has sprung! While spring cleaning around your homes and gardens this season, Cape Breton Regional Library hopes that you will consider donating some plants and gently-used items for our upcoming Plant and Yard Sale fundraiser. There is great environmental impact when you pass your gently-used items on to someone else who could use them. Also, when… Read More »CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!

  • Fri 5

    CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!

    June 5 CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Spring has sprung! While spring cleaning around your homes and gardens this season, Cape Breton Regional Library hopes that you will consider donating some plants and gently-used items for our upcoming Plant and Yard Sale fundraiser. There is great environmental impact when you pass your gently-used items on to someone else who could use them. Also, when… Read More »CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!

  • Sat 6

    CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!

    June 6 CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!
    Sydney (McConnell Library) 50 Falmouth St, Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada

    Spring has sprung! While spring cleaning around your homes and gardens this season, Cape Breton Regional Library hopes that you will consider donating some plants and gently-used items for our upcoming Plant and Yard Sale fundraiser. There is great environmental impact when you pass your gently-used items on to someone else who could use them. Also, when… Read More »CBRL Plant & Yard Sale- Call for Donations!

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