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UID:10008113-1776942000-1776952800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Tech Thursdays at the McConnell Library
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays from 11 AM – 2 PM\, our Digital Literacy Trainer is available for drop-in sessions. \nBring 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. \nFunded by @NS Community Technology Network. \n \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/tech-thursdays-at-the-mcconnell-library/2026-04-23/
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:20260422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260128T174605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T173838Z
UID:10007372-1776882600-1776886200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION: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\nneeded.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/english-conversation-group-5/2026-04-22/
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:20260422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260422T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260407T191214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T191253Z
UID:10008155-1776866400-1776873600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Art Afternoon: beginner paint program for adults
DESCRIPTION:Follow along with members of the Art Dragon Society in a beginner paint session. The project for this session will be a beach scene – paint supplies will be provided. \nSpace is limited – register below. \nAbout the Art Dragon Society: a non-profit group created by people with mental illness and artistic ability with the aim of finding ways to bring people together to help each other. TheArtDragon.com
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/art-afternoon-beginner-paint-program-for-adults/
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:20260421T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260421T163000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260102T194457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T194457Z
UID:10007078-1776781800-1776789000@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-2/2026-04-21/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260421T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260421T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260128T175155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T173738Z
UID:10007632-1776780000-1776783600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION: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\nneeded. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/english-conversation-group-6/2026-04-21/
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:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260320T124524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T173212Z
UID:10008013-1776506400-1776517200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Super Saturday: Puzzles and Poetry
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Sydney library for a day of puzzling and creating with words! Use found words and letters cut from books and magazines to create your own poetry. Test your brain with mad libs and word searches. All materials are provided.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/super-saturday-puzzles-and-poetry/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children (5-12)
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260417T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260102T200539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T203449Z
UID:10007097-1776430800-1776438000@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-3/2026-04-17/
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:20260417T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260417T113000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260401T165638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T165638Z
UID:10008106-1776421800-1776425400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Babies & Books
DESCRIPTION:A fun\, drop-in story-time to introduce babies to books\, songs\, rhymes and play at their library!\nThis series is for parents/ caregivers and babies up to 18 months. \nDrop-in program – registration is not required. \nApril 17 & 24 and May 1 & 8 \n*May 8th session will be a special baby-safe sensory event!
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/babies-books/2026-04-17/
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 - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260416T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260416T193000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260302T194319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T172918Z
UID:10007972-1776364200-1776367800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Never Too Late: A Talk with Author Frances Peck
DESCRIPTION:Growing up on the Mira\, Frances Peck wrote for pleasure all the time. But in her twenties\, with bills to pay\, she gave up creative writing to work as an editor\, instructor\, and writer of other people’s words. Then something happened. \nIn her late fifties\, Frances\, now in North Vancouver\, published not one but two literary page-turners. The Broken Places\, her debut novel about a major earthquake rocking the west coast\, “keep[s] readers taut with anticipation” (Vancouver Sun). It was a Globe and Mail best book of 2022 and a finalist for Canada’s Rakuten Kobo Emerging Writer Prize. Her second novel\, Uncontrolled Flight\, an “absorbing\, intense contemporary tale” (Winnipeg Free Press) about the death of a BC firefighting pilot\, made several book-of-the year lists in 2023. \nJoin Frances for a lively talk about her writing path\, her novels (including one in progress set in Cape Breton)\, and her discovery that it’s never too late to realize your childhood dreams. \nEveryone welcome. \n*Books available for purchase and signing.  \n**Book sales by Indigo – cash only.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/never-too-late-a-talk-with-author-frances-peck/
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:20260416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260416T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260401T193236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T193236Z
UID:10008112-1776337200-1776348000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Tech Thursdays at the McConnell Library
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays from 11 AM – 2 PM\, our Digital Literacy Trainer is available for drop-in sessions. \nBring 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. \nFunded by @NS Community Technology Network. \n \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/tech-thursdays-at-the-mcconnell-library/2026-04-16/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260415T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260415T193000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260128T174605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T173838Z
UID:10007371-1776277800-1776281400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION: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\nneeded.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/english-conversation-group-5/2026-04-15/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260415T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260415T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260323T123910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T123910Z
UID:10008023-1776276000-1776283200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:‘Nirvanna The Band The Show The Movie’ - National Canadian Film Day Screening
DESCRIPTION:Join McConnell staff to celebrate National Canadian Film Day with a screening of: “Nirvanna the Band the Show the Movie”.\nContent warning: Strong language\, violence\, crude humor. Some viewers may be offended. \nBased on the hit series ‘Nirvanna the Band the Show’\, longtime friends and bandmates Matt (Matt Johnson) and Jay (Jay McCarrol) have been trying for over a dozen years to book a show for their band at The Rivoli through zany\, unconventional methods. When their latest (and most outlandish) effort leads to them accidentally travelling back in time\, they get taken on an adventure that threatens to change everything.” Rated R. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/nirvanna-the-band-the-show-the-movie-national-canadian-film-day-screening/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://cbrl.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/nirvana.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260415T170000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260324T191752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T192712Z
UID:10008029-1776247200-1776272400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:National Canadian Film Day!
DESCRIPTION:Join McConnell staff for a full day of Canadian films to celebrate National Canadian Film Day! \nFeaturing: \n‘Perfectly A Strangeness’\n‘A Time for Making: Artisans Share Their Handmade Crafts’\n‘Geographies Of Solitude‘\n‘Kina & Yuk: Renards De La Banquise’\n‘Wild Goat Surf’\n‘Supergirl’\n&\n‘There’s Something In The Water’ \nLine-up is subject to change. All ages welcome- Viewer discretion is advised.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/national-canadian-film-day/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260414T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260414T163000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260102T194457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T194457Z
UID:10007077-1776177000-1776184200@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-2/2026-04-14/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260414T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260414T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260128T175155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T173738Z
UID:10007631-1776175200-1776178800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION: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\nneeded. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/english-conversation-group-6/2026-04-14/
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:20260411T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260411T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260320T123159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T173246Z
UID:10008012-1775901600-1775912400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Super Saturday: April Showers Crafts
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Sydney library to create some beautiful spring crafts inspired by April Showers! All materials provided.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/super-saturday-april-showers-crafts/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260410T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260102T200539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T203449Z
UID:10007096-1775826000-1775833200@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-3/2026-04-10/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260409T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260409T200000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260303T182242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T183600Z
UID:10007976-1775757600-1775764800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Crafters Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a film (with the lights on!) while working on your craft project! \nFilm: 13 Going on 30 (2004 | comedy – romance | 1h38mins)
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/crafters-movie-night/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260409T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260409T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260303T133138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260303T134712Z
UID:10007975-1775743200-1775746800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Connective Language Game
DESCRIPTION:How can we understand each other? Join Joanna Bianca from the NSCC Therapeutic Recreation Program as she guides you through a game of language and communication. This is a drop-in program and all ages are welcome. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/connective-language-game/
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 - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260409T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260409T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260401T193236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T193236Z
UID:10008111-1775732400-1775743200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Tech Thursdays at the McConnell Library
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays from 11 AM – 2 PM\, our Digital Literacy Trainer is available for drop-in sessions. \nBring 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. \nFunded by @NS Community Technology Network. \n \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/tech-thursdays-at-the-mcconnell-library/2026-04-09/
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/2026/03/matthew.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260408T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260408T193000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260128T174605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T173838Z
UID:10007370-1775673000-1775676600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION: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\nneeded.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/english-conversation-group-5/2026-04-08/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260408T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260408T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260102T202059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T202059Z
UID:10007107-1775653200-1775656800@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/2026-04-08/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260407T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260407T163000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260102T194457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T194457Z
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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-2/2026-04-07/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adults & Seniors,Teens
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260407T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260407T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260128T175155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T173738Z
UID:10007630-1775570400-1775574000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION: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\nneeded. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/english-conversation-group-6/2026-04-07/
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:20260404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260404T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260330T171915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T171915Z
UID:10008045-1775296800-1775307600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Saturday Fun: Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Join us for some drawing fun!
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/saturday-fun-drawing/
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/Drwing.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260402T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260402T150000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260303T133002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T195119Z
UID:10007974-1775138400-1775142000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Easter Draw-Along!
DESCRIPTION:Join Aliya from the NSCC Therapeutic Recreation Program as she step by step guides you to create a beautiful Easter picture using pastels! All Materials are provided. This is a registered event for kids ages 6-9 and spots are limited so please register by signing up below or by phoning the Sydney Branch at: (902)-562-3161 \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/easter-draw-along/
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/easterpastelle.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260402T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260402T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260401T193236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T193236Z
UID:10008110-1775127600-1775138400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Tech Thursdays at the McConnell Library
DESCRIPTION:Thursdays from 11 AM – 2 PM\, our Digital Literacy Trainer is available for drop-in sessions. \nBring 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. \nFunded by @NS Community Technology Network. \n \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/tech-thursdays-at-the-mcconnell-library/2026-04-02/
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/2026/03/matthew.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260401T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260401T193000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260128T174605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T173838Z
UID:10007369-1775068200-1775071800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:English Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION: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\nneeded.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/english-conversation-group-5/2026-04-01/
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:20260401T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260401T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260324T191604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T192759Z
UID:10008028-1775052000-1775059200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:*POSTPONED* Seed Starting workshop
DESCRIPTION:Due to weather we are postponing today’s seed starting program – new date tba. \nJoin Clary and Percy Ager co-owners of Ager Lane Flower Farm and Event Space aka the Zucchini Wives @zucchini.wives for a seed starting workshop! Participants will get the chance to start Vegetables\, Herbs and Flowers that will provide you with an abundant garden for the 2026 garden season. This workshop will be a great way to learn more about what vegetables\, herbs and flowers are complimentary to growing in our Cape Breton climate and a way to get excited about the upcoming season. \nNo experience necessary – participants will leave with a tray of starts\, that will only need water once you take them home! \nSpace is limited and registration is required – sign-up in the space below. \nThanks to the generous support of the Province of Nova Scotia.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/seed-starting-workshop-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/2026/03/seedstarting-1.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260331T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260331T193000
DTSTAMP:20260523T191544
CREATED:20260206T152813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T205923Z
UID:10007911-1774981800-1774985400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Reactive Rover: Training Tips for Pet Parents
DESCRIPTION:Join Mekenna from In Stride Animal Wellness and learn about managing and improving reactivity in your pet dogs: types of reactivity and reactive behaviours like barking\, lunging\, pulling\, etc.\nEveryone welcome (sorry\, no pups allowed in the library with the exception of service dogs). Registration not required. \nAbout: In Stride Animal Wellness promotes ethical\, evidence-backed\, fear-free handling to support effective training\, emotional well-being\, and building strong bonds. Mekenna holds multiple\ndegrees from the U of T\, including animal science and psychology. She completed accreditation as a Pet Training Instructor and has extensive hands-on experience working with dogs and their owners.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/reactive-rover-training-tips-for-pet-parents/
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/2026/02/Dog-Training.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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