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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260320T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260320T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
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UID:10007094-1774011600-1774018800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Fibre Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Bring your knitting or crocheting project and join in with other crafters on Friday afternoons. \nTea provided.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/fibre-lunch-3/2026-03-20/
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/2026/01/FL-mCc-jan-2026.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260319T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260319T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260227T145701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T174807Z
UID:10007963-1773943200-1773948600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:"Be a Part of the Music"- East Coast Music Awards Volunteer Call
DESCRIPTION:“Be a part of the music”\nJoin Heather from the East Coast Music team for a special volunteer information session about the 38th Annual East Coast Music Awards- Festival and Conference taking place in Sydney\, May 20-24th.\n\nDrop in to learn how you can get involved in one of Canada’s biggest musical celebrations. Volunteers are the heartbeat of this festival. No experience required- just a passion for East Coast Music.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/be-a-part-of-the-music-east-coast-music-awards-volunteer-call/
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/2026/02/Publication-Instagram-Festival-Musique-Moderne-Colore.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260319T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260319T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260217T172904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T172959Z
UID:10007939-1773928800-1773939600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Make Your Own Comic Book Workshop!
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Jeff Wilson for an engaging workshop on how to create your own comic book. From creating characters to layout and composition Jeff is here to help form your ideas into reality! \nThis program is for ages 13 and up. Please register by email below.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/make-your-own-comic-book-workshop/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/comicworkshop.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260319T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260319T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260225T193801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T193920Z
UID:10007962-1773918000-1773921600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Introduction to Hip Hop Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join Adrian from the YMCA as he teaches you some of the basics of hip hop dance! \nThis program is meant for ages 7 and up and is a registered event. Spots are limited so please register below or by calling the Sydney Branch at: (902) 562-3161
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/introduction-to-hip-hop-dance/
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/2026/02/hiphop.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260318T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260318T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260128T174605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T174605Z
UID:10007367-1773858600-1773862200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Newcomers are invited to practice their English language skills in a conversational\nsetting with volunteers from the community. This is a drop in event\, no registration is\nneeded.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/english-conversation-group-5/2026-03-18/
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/2026/01/Blue-White-Simple-Quotes-of-the-Day-Instagram-Post.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260318T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260123T195232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T200544Z
UID:10007342-1773831600-1773835200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Enchanted Hour with Good Witch Glinda
DESCRIPTION:Come in for a Galindafied afternoon of fun at the Sydney Library with Adia’s Enchanted Events! Join in on the magic as Glinda leaves her bubble to teach you her most thrillifying ways to be a good witch in Oz. As Glinda says: You’ve always had the power\, my dear. You’ve had it all along! \nThis event will be followed by magical “Wicked” crafts! \nThis is an open event; no registration is required.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/enchanted-hour-with-good-witch-glinda-3/
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/2026/01/GlindaAdias.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260317T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260317T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260102T194457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T194457Z
UID:10007073-1773757800-1773765000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? \nDrop-in to the McConnell Library’s Chess Club ~ Tuesdays 2:30-4:30pm \nSome instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean. \n*Note: anyone 8 years old or younger must be supervised by a parent\, guardian\, or responsible caregiver in the library (this includes chess club).
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/chess-club-2/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260317T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260317T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260128T175155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T175155Z
UID:10007627-1773756000-1773759600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Newcomers are invited to practice their English language skills in a conversational\nsetting with volunteers from the community. This is a drop in event\, no registration is\nneeded. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/english-conversation-group-6/2026-03-17/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260317T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260123T195510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260220T132543Z
UID:10007352-1773741600-1773756000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Oz-tacle Course
DESCRIPTION:We are off to see the Wizard! Follow the yellow brick road and make your way through the magical land of Oz with our children’s side obstacle course! Be sure to avoid the flying monkeys! We have a feeling you aren’t in Kansas anymore. \nThis is an open event; no registration is required.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/oz-table-course/
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/2026/01/Oz-stacleCourse.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260316T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260123T195106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T195751Z
UID:10007351-1773655200-1773669600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Follow the Yellow Block Road!
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for an over-the-rainbow Lego challenge in Oz! Use Lego blocks to complete a challenge and try your hand at a Wicked scavenger hunt to win a small prize.\n\nThis is an open event; no registration is required.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/follow-the-yellow-block-road/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children (5-12)
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260314T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260314T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260122T202754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T202754Z
UID:10007341-1773500400-1773507600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Wheelchair Curling - GOLD Medal Game
DESCRIPTION:Cheer on Team Canada! \nWe’re bringing the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 to the library with a few event screenings. \n Join us at the McConnell Library as we present CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of Wheelchair Curling – GOLD Medal Game! \n#MilanoCortina2026 \n  \n*Note CBC/ Radio-Canada’s final broadcast schedule can be fluid up to and including the day of competition due to weather delays and other factors. Thank you for your flexibility\, patience and ability to adjust as required.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/wheelchair-curling-gold-medal-game/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Children (5-12),Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Olympics-2026-CBC-text-free.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260314T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260314T143000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260122T202536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T190001Z
UID:10007340-1773493200-1773498600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Para Hockey - GOLD Medal Game
DESCRIPTION:*This event starts at 12noon – but staff will set up shortly after 1pm – when Saturday kids activities have finished.  \nCheer on Team Canada! \nWe’re bringing the excitement of the Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games Milano Cortina 2026 to the library with a few event screenings. \n Join us at the McConnell Library as we present CBC/Radio-Canada’s broadcast of Para Hockey – GOLD Medal Game! \n#MilanoCortina2026 \n  \n*Note CBC/ Radio-Canada’s final broadcast schedule can be fluid up to and including the day of competition due to weather delays and other factors. Thank you for your flexibility\, patience and ability to adjust as required.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/para-hockey-gold-medal-game/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Children (5-12),Teens
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Olympics-2026-CBC-text-free.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260310T184924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T185008Z
UID:10007990-1773482400-1773493200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Saturday Fun: Snakes
DESCRIPTION:We’ll have snake crafts and facts out this Saturday.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/saturday-fun-snakes/
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/2026/03/Snakes.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260313T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260313T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260102T200539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T203449Z
UID:10007093-1773406800-1773414000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Fibre Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Bring your knitting or crocheting project and join in with other crafters on Friday afternoons. \nTea provided.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/fibre-lunch-3/2026-03-13/
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/2026/01/FL-mCc-jan-2026.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260311T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260217T203359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T203359Z
UID:10007940-1773253800-1773257400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Horror Book Club
DESCRIPTION:Come discuss Stephen Graham Jones’ book “I Was A Teenage Slasher” \nBooks available from your library (both physical copies and digital). \nFor more info\, contact the library at 902-562-3161. \nRegister in space below.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/horror-book-club/
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/2026/02/Teenage-Slasher.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260311T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260128T174605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T174605Z
UID:10007366-1773253800-1773257400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Newcomers are invited to practice their English language skills in a conversational\nsetting with volunteers from the community. This is a drop in event\, no registration is\nneeded.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/english-conversation-group-5/2026-03-11/
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/2026/01/Blue-White-Simple-Quotes-of-the-Day-Instagram-Post.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260311T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260311T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260102T202059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T202059Z
UID:10007106-1773234000-1773237600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Caregivers Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Staff from the Alzheimer’s Society of NS offer a monthly Caregiver Support group at the library. \nCaregivers should call 1-800-611-6345 to register for these sessions.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/caregivers-support-group/2026-03-11/
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/2025/01/Caregivers.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260310T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260310T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260102T194457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T194457Z
UID:10007072-1773153000-1773160200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? \nDrop-in to the McConnell Library’s Chess Club ~ Tuesdays 2:30-4:30pm \nSome instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean. \n*Note: anyone 8 years old or younger must be supervised by a parent\, guardian\, or responsible caregiver in the library (this includes chess club).
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/chess-club-2/2026-03-10/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260310T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260310T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260128T175155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T175155Z
UID:10007626-1773151200-1773154800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Newcomers are invited to practice their English language skills in a conversational\nsetting with volunteers from the community. This is a drop in event\, no registration is\nneeded. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/english-conversation-group-6/2026-03-10/
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/2026/01/Yellow-and-Brown-Cute-Decorative-Quotes-Instagram-Post.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260307T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260307T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260227T185030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T185030Z
UID:10007964-1772877600-1772888400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Saturday Fun: Origami
DESCRIPTION:Try your hands at an origami craft! \nThere will be a few origami characters to try with various levels of difficulty.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/saturday-fun-origami/
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/2026/02/origami-for-website.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260306T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260306T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260102T200539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T203449Z
UID:10007092-1772802000-1772809200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Fibre Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Bring your knitting or crocheting project and join in with other crafters on Friday afternoons. \nTea provided.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/fibre-lunch-3/2026-03-06/
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/2026/01/FL-mCc-jan-2026.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260305T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260113T190735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T190735Z
UID:10007284-1772735400-1772739000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Community Artist Talks: The Art & Heart of Filmmaking
DESCRIPTION:What does it mean to be a film artist in Canada today? Explore how filmmaking practices and forms continue to evolve. Registration not required. \nPresenter: Sandi Somers | CBU Artist in Residence  \nIndependent award-winning filmmaker Sandi Somers is a native of Cape Breton Island who for over two decades has been residing in Alberta. She has worked in Canada and Europe for the past 25 years as a filmmaker\, theatre artist\, and educator. Sandi’s work often revolves around challenges within human nature\, discovery of truth\, while addressing themes of connection. \nA CBU Creative Campus presentation.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/community-artist-talks-the-art-heart-of-filmmaking/
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/2026/01/Sandi-Somers.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260210T201406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T201406Z
UID:10007925-1772733600-1772739000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Junk Journaling Drop In
DESCRIPTION:Get Creative. Get Crafty. Get Junky!\nCome 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 crafters.\nWe’ll have a small selection of supplies available (think stickers\, scrap paper\, washi tape\, and more)\, plus a limited number of starter journals for those who are new. You’re encouraged to bring your own materials\, anything from old magazines and postcards to ticket stubs and wrapping paper\, and feel free to share or trade with others if you’d like!\nNo pressure. No rules. Just a chill space to make something uniquely yours.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/junk-journaling-drop-in-2/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260305T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260305T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260302T193256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T193256Z
UID:10007971-1772704800-1772712000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Volunteer Seed Packaging Session
DESCRIPTION:Volunteers needed! We are looking for your help to package seeds for this year’s seed library. Sign up below to be part of our packaging crew! \nThe Seed Library program provides free access to vegetable seeds to library patrons who are residents of CBRM and Victoria County and helps promote sustainable living and food literacy. \nLast year\, thanks to volunteers like you\, we packaged over 15\,000 packets of seeds and reached over 1500 households! \nRegister below to join us in the library program room to help us reach our seed packaging goals. \nThe 2026 Seed Library was supported with funding from the Province of Nova Scotia.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/volunteer-seed-packaging-session/
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/2026/01/SeedLibrary2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260304T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260304T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260128T174605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T174605Z
UID:10007365-1772649000-1772652600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Newcomers are invited to practice their English language skills in a conversational\nsetting with volunteers from the community. This is a drop in event\, no registration is\nneeded.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/english-conversation-group-5/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260304T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260304T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260219T173135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T173407Z
UID:10007942-1772620200-1772623800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Babies and Books-Drop in
DESCRIPTION:A fun\, drop-in 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. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/babies-and-books-drop-in/2026-03-04/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Babies, Toddler & Preschool (0-5)
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260303T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260303T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260102T194457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T194457Z
UID:10007071-1772548200-1772555400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION:Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? \nDrop-in to the McConnell Library’s Chess Club ~ Tuesdays 2:30-4:30pm \nSome instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean. \n*Note: anyone 8 years old or younger must be supervised by a parent\, guardian\, or responsible caregiver in the library (this includes chess club).
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/chess-club-2/2026-03-03/
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260303T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260303T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260128T175155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T175155Z
UID:10007625-1772546400-1772550000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION:Newcomers are invited to practice their English language skills in a conversational\nsetting with volunteers from the community. This is a drop in event\, no registration is\nneeded. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/english-conversation-group-6/2026-03-03/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260303T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260303T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260224T183936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T183936Z
UID:10007949-1772533800-1772553600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Public Health Mobile Unit All ages Vaccination & Testing Clinic
DESCRIPTION:The NS Public Health Mobile Unit will be set-up at the McConnell Library from 10:30am – 4pm on Tuesday\, March 3rd \nBooked appointments are recommended. Limited drop-ins available. \nCOVID-19\, Standard/ Seniors Influenza & Adult RSV Vaccines – Book online: novascotia.ca/vaccination \nCOVID-19 & Influenza Tests – Book online: covidbooking.nshealth.ca \nBook Vaccines or Tests by phone 1-833-797-7772 \nShingles\,  Pneumococcal\, MMR\, MMRV\, Varicella\, TD and Tdap  Vaccines – Drop-in only\, vaccines based on eligibility (booking not available) \nVaccine eligibility: \n\nAges 6 months and older: COVID-19 & Standard Influenza\nAges 65+: Seniors’ Influenza\, Shingles & Pneumococcal\nAge 75+: RSV\n\nIMPORTANT REMINDERS: 1) Wear a mask if you have cold and flu symptoms. \n2) Bring your health card number and ID if you have them. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/public-health-mobile-unit-all-ages-vaccination-testing-clinic/
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/2025/01/vaccine-for-insta-2.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260228T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T132412
CREATED:20260116T190003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T190003Z
UID:10007316-1772290800-1772298000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Puzzle Swap!
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to refresh your puzzle collection! \nIf you have dropped off puzzles and received a voucher for this event\, the doors are open to you from 3:00 pm-4:00 pm \nIf you did not drop off puzzles\, you can still shop the swap for free puzzles from 4:00 pm-5:00 pm!
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/puzzle-swap/
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/2026/01/PuzzleSwapEvent.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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