The English Conversation Group meets Every Wednesday. Join us to practice your English speaking, meet new people and have fun! Whether you are new to the area or have been here a while- all are welcome. Drop in and say hello!
Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? Drop-in to the McConnell Library's Chess Club on Tuesday afternoons. Some instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). For more information email programs@cbrl.ca. CBRL's Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent,… Read More »Chess Club
Drop in to knit and crochet with a fun crew. Take your latest project to work on and enjoy some tea and conversation while you work.
Join Dr. Edward Arenson for an escape from the "sound and fury" of daily life into the natural world with excerpts from his new book: "Feather's in the Wind." Light refreshments provided. No registration is required. When Dr. Edward Arenson took up birding during pediatric training, he had no idea where it would lead. When… Read More »Author Event With Edward Arenson, M.D. (Feathers in the Wind)
Do you play chess? Interested in learning and or building your chess skills? Drop-in to the McConnell Library's Chess Club on Tuesday afternoons. Some instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). For more information email programs@cbrl.ca. CBRL's Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent,… Read More »Chess Club
Let’s make mini zines! Collage, coloring, and drawing supplies will be provided. Together we’ll craft our own DIY books to trade among new friends. Join Emmett Bear from the Thunderbird Artist Collective for this fun interactive workshop. Beginners and experienced artists are welcome. This is a registered event for adults. Please register below or by… Read More »Craft Your World With Zines
Due to low registration we are cancelling this program. Join Tappy and ACAP staff for a fun story time and craft to help us learn about the water cycle. This activity is for ages 5-8 and registration is required. Register in space below. Note: CBRL's youth safety policy requires anyone 8 years old or… Read More »Story Time with Tappy – Cancelled
Join Amber from Impact Dance and some of her students for a fun presentation of dance and a how-to with some moves for you! This program is intended for kids ages 6-10. Registration is required. Register by clicking the link below or by phoning the Sydney Library at: 902-562-3161 to reserve your spot!
With showers in the forecast for Wednesday August 19 we will move our Teddy Bear Picnic to the McConnell Library (not Petersfield Park)! Bring a blanket and your favourite stuffie - we will have stories, songs and snacks to share.
This August, join us to learn more about robotics at our STEM day-camps! Presented by our Digital Literacy Trainer, these sessions will cover robotics, coding, and more, using the Lego Mindstorms platform to build cool group projects! This is a two day program intended for kids ages 8-14, but older kids are welcome if interested.… Read More »Lego Mindstorms- STEM day-camp
This August, join us to learn more about robotics at our STEM day-camps! Presented by our Digital Literacy Trainer, these sessions will cover robotics, coding, and more, using the Lego Mindstorms platform to build cool group projects! This is a two day program intended for kids ages 8-14, but older kids are welcome if interested.… Read More »Lego Mindstorms- STEM day-camp
Join Parks Canada Staff at the Sydney library to learn what creatures live in the ocean waters around Cape Breton Island. Learn what we can do to help keep our oceans clean! This program is suitable for elementary school children and their families. It is recommended for grades 3 and up. Registration is required. Please… Read More »A Whale of a Tale: Our Ocean World
Join us at the Sydney Library for an informative Cyber Safety Presentation, presented in partnership with @NS Community Technology. We will be covering a variety of cyber safety topics, including: ▪ Email safety ▪ Browsing social media safely ▪ Keeping your device secure ▪ And more! This presentation will also be hosted virtually on Microsoft… Read More »Cyber Safety
