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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260306T130000
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260305T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260305T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
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:20260405T090557
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
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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:20260405T090557
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:20260405T090557
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260303T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260303T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260303T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260303T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
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:20260405T090557
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260228T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260228T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260228T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260228T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260203T153639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T153639Z
UID:10007891-1772272800-1772283600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Super Saturday: Dinosaur Day!
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Sydney library to celebrate our prehistoric friends with some dino-tastic activities!
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/super-saturday-dinosaur-day/
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:20260227T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260227T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260102T200539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T203449Z
UID:10007091-1772197200-1772204400@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-3/2026-02-27/
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:20260227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260116T184657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T184657Z
UID:10007315-1772186400-1772211600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Puzzle Swap (drop off)
DESCRIPTION:Are you an avid puzzler looking for a fresh challenge? Do you tend to finish a puzzle once and then tuck it away in a closet\, never to be seen again? Then you should participate in the McConnell Library Puzzle Swap! It’s a great way to exchange a completed puzzle for one that is new to you. \n How it works: \n\nBring a puzzle (or puzzles!) to the McConnell Library during regular opening hours between February 17th-27th\nGet a voucher indicating the number of puzzles you bring in.\nUse your voucher to “shop” the swap on Feb. 28!\nPuzzles must be 300+ pieces. Please count to make sure they are all there!\n\nThe swap will be open to voucher holders only from 3-4pm and to the general public from 4-5pm.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/puzzle-swap-drop-off/2026-02-27/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260226T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260226T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260119T173554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260119T174058Z
UID:10007324-1772116200-1772125200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Art Cart Fun
DESCRIPTION: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! \nFor school aged kids. \nDates and Time: Feb 5\, 12\, 19 & 26  from 2:30 – 5:00 pm \n  \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/art-cart-fun/2026-02-26/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260226T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260226T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260120T200233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T130717Z
UID:10007334-1772114400-1772121600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Volunteer Seed Packaging
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 \nand 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-5/
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 - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260226T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260226T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260119T201950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T140804Z
UID:10007917-1772103600-1772114400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Tech Thursdays at McConnell Library
DESCRIPTION:Each Thursday 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  \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/tech-thursdays-at-mcconnell-library/2026-02-26/
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/2025/12/Tech-training-web-banner-new.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260226T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260116T184657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T184657Z
UID:10007314-1772100000-1772136000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Puzzle Swap (drop off)
DESCRIPTION:Are you an avid puzzler looking for a fresh challenge? Do you tend to finish a puzzle once and then tuck it away in a closet\, never to be seen again? Then you should participate in the McConnell Library Puzzle Swap! It’s a great way to exchange a completed puzzle for one that is new to you. \n How it works: \n\nBring a puzzle (or puzzles!) to the McConnell Library during regular opening hours between February 17th-27th\nGet a voucher indicating the number of puzzles you bring in.\nUse your voucher to “shop” the swap on Feb. 28!\nPuzzles must be 300+ pieces. Please count to make sure they are all there!\n\nThe swap will be open to voucher holders only from 3-4pm and to the general public from 4-5pm.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/puzzle-swap-drop-off/2026-02-26/
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/PuzzleExchange.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260226T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260120T200056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T130752Z
UID:10007333-1772100000-1772107200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Volunteer Seed Packaging
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 \nand 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-4/
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 - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260225T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260225T193000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260128T174605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T174605Z
UID:10007364-1772044200-1772047800@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-5/2026-02-25/
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:20260225T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260114T155600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T155600Z
UID:10007303-1772015400-1772019000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Book Buddies!
DESCRIPTION:Let’s shake our sillies out! Join library staff for a fun-filled session of stories\, rhymes and songs for children and their caregivers. The half-hour session will be followed by a half-hour of free play for the toddlers and babies giving caregivers a chance to chat and connect.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/book-buddies/2026-02-25/
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260225T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260116T184657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T184657Z
UID:10007313-1772013600-1772049600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Puzzle Swap (drop off)
DESCRIPTION:Are you an avid puzzler looking for a fresh challenge? Do you tend to finish a puzzle once and then tuck it away in a closet\, never to be seen again? Then you should participate in the McConnell Library Puzzle Swap! It’s a great way to exchange a completed puzzle for one that is new to you. \n How it works: \n\nBring a puzzle (or puzzles!) to the McConnell Library during regular opening hours between February 17th-27th\nGet a voucher indicating the number of puzzles you bring in.\nUse your voucher to “shop” the swap on Feb. 28!\nPuzzles must be 300+ pieces. Please count to make sure they are all there!\n\nThe swap will be open to voucher holders only from 3-4pm and to the general public from 4-5pm.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/puzzle-swap-drop-off/2026-02-25/
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/2026/01/PuzzleExchange.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260224T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260224T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260102T194457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T194457Z
UID:10007070-1771943400-1771950600@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-2/2026-02-24/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260224T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260128T175155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T175155Z
UID:10007624-1771941600-1771945200@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-6/2026-02-24/
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:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260224T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260116T184657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T184657Z
UID:10007312-1771927200-1771963200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Puzzle Swap (drop off)
DESCRIPTION:Are you an avid puzzler looking for a fresh challenge? Do you tend to finish a puzzle once and then tuck it away in a closet\, never to be seen again? Then you should participate in the McConnell Library Puzzle Swap! It’s a great way to exchange a completed puzzle for one that is new to you. \n How it works: \n\nBring a puzzle (or puzzles!) to the McConnell Library during regular opening hours between February 17th-27th\nGet a voucher indicating the number of puzzles you bring in.\nUse your voucher to “shop” the swap on Feb. 28!\nPuzzles must be 300+ pieces. Please count to make sure they are all there!\n\nThe swap will be open to voucher holders only from 3-4pm and to the general public from 4-5pm.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/puzzle-swap-drop-off/2026-02-24/
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/PuzzleExchange.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260120T195747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T130823Z
UID:10007332-1771927200-1771934400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Volunteer Seed Packaging
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 \nand 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-3/
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 - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260223T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260116T184657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T184657Z
UID:10007311-1771837200-1771866000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Puzzle Swap (drop off)
DESCRIPTION:Are you an avid puzzler looking for a fresh challenge? Do you tend to finish a puzzle once and then tuck it away in a closet\, never to be seen again? Then you should participate in the McConnell Library Puzzle Swap! It’s a great way to exchange a completed puzzle for one that is new to you. \n How it works: \n\nBring a puzzle (or puzzles!) to the McConnell Library during regular opening hours between February 17th-27th\nGet a voucher indicating the number of puzzles you bring in.\nUse your voucher to “shop” the swap on Feb. 28!\nPuzzles must be 300+ pieces. Please count to make sure they are all there!\n\nThe swap will be open to voucher holders only from 3-4pm and to the general public from 4-5pm.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/puzzle-swap-drop-off/2026-02-23/
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/PuzzleExchange.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260221T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260122T202333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T202333Z
UID:10007339-1771684200-1771689600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Freestyle Skiing - Women's Halfpipe
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 Freestyle Skiing (Women’s Halfpipe). \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/freestyle-skiing-womens-halfpipe/
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:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260116T184657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T184657Z
UID:10007310-1771668000-1771693200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Puzzle Swap (drop off)
DESCRIPTION:Are you an avid puzzler looking for a fresh challenge? Do you tend to finish a puzzle once and then tuck it away in a closet\, never to be seen again? Then you should participate in the McConnell Library Puzzle Swap! It’s a great way to exchange a completed puzzle for one that is new to you. \n How it works: \n\nBring a puzzle (or puzzles!) to the McConnell Library during regular opening hours between February 17th-27th\nGet a voucher indicating the number of puzzles you bring in.\nUse your voucher to “shop” the swap on Feb. 28!\nPuzzles must be 300+ pieces. Please count to make sure they are all there!\n\nThe swap will be open to voucher holders only from 3-4pm and to the general public from 4-5pm.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/puzzle-swap-drop-off/2026-02-21/
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/PuzzleExchange.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:tmacneil@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260221T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260221T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260203T152555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T203802Z
UID:10007890-1771668000-1771678800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Super Saturday: Lego
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Sydney Library for Lego fun.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/super-saturday-snowflakes/
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/2024/09/LEGO.png
ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T090557
CREATED:20260102T200539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T203449Z
UID:10007090-1771592400-1771599600@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-3/2026-02-20/
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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