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SUMMARY:English Conversation Group
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/english-conversation-group-2/2026-09-09/
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:programs@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260908T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260908T163000
DTSTAMP:20260831T192712Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T192712Z
UID:10009329-1788877800-1788885000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSome instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). \nFor more information email programs@cbrl.ca. \n  \nCBRL’s Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent\, guardian\, or responsible caregiver. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/chess-club-2/2026-09-08/
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:20260904T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260904T150000
DTSTAMP:20261105T173700Z
CREATED:20260831T191120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20261105T173700Z
UID:10009313-1788526800-1788534000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Fibre Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Drop in to knit and crochet with a fun crew. \nTake your latest project to work on and enjoy some tea and conversation while you work.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/fibre-lunch-3/2026-09-04/
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:20260901T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260901T193000
DTSTAMP:20260804T190422Z
CREATED:20260804T184539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T190422Z
UID:10009245-1788287400-1788291000@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Author Event With Edward Arenson\, M.D. (Feathers in the Wind)
DESCRIPTION: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. \nWhen Dr. Edward Arenson took up birding during pediatric training\, he had no idea where it would lead. When he began writing down his experiences\, he hoped the process would offer a greater understanding of his passion for birding\, and\, in due course\, himself. His “wild goose chases” to seek new birds were an adventurous respite from the challenging routines of a neuro-oncologist. \nThe testimony of his many and diverse experiences as a birder “of limited skill but high motivation” serves as an autobiography of sorts\, representing a counterpoint to a life as a physician\, husband\, and parent.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/author-event-with-edward-arenson-m-d-feathers-in-the-wind/
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:programs@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260901T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260901T163000
DTSTAMP:20260831T192712Z
CREATED:20260831T192712Z
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UID:10009328-1788273000-1788280200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Chess Club
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSome instruction available with Chess Club volunteer Donald MacLean (donaldmaclean935@yahoo.com). \nFor more information email programs@cbrl.ca. \n  \nCBRL’s Child Safety Policy: Children 8 years old or younger must be supervised by an attentive parent\, guardian\, or responsible caregiver. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/chess-club-2/2026-09-01/
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:20260829T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260829T153000
DTSTAMP:20260722T194659Z
CREATED:20260722T193713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260722T194659Z
UID:10009163-1788008400-1788017400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Craft Your World With Zines
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nJoin 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 phoning the Sydney Branch at: 902-562-3161. \n  \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/craft-your-world-with-zines/
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:programs@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260824T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260824T120000
DTSTAMP:20260824T122532Z
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SUMMARY:Story Time with Tappy - Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:Due to low registration we are cancelling this program. \nJoin Tappy and ACAP staff for a fun story time and craft to help us learn about the water cycle. \nThis activity is for ages 5-8 and registration is required. \nRegister in space below. \n  \nNote: CBRL’s youth safety policy requires anyone 8 years old or younger to be accompanied at all times by a parent or other responsible caregiver. For a library program we need the parent/ caregiver to be in the library for the duration of the program\, not necessarily in the program itself. 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/story-time-with-tappy/
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260820T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260820T140000
DTSTAMP:20260713T141857Z
CREATED:20260713T124813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T141857Z
UID:10009154-1787230800-1787234400@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Impact dance: Mini Showcase and Class
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/impact-dance-mini-showcase-and-class/
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:programs@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260819T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260819T150000
DTSTAMP:20260818T122038Z
CREATED:20260624T193731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T122038Z
UID:10009008-1787148000-1787151600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Teddy Bear Picnic - moved to the Library
DESCRIPTION:With showers in the forecast for Wednesday August 19 we will move our Teddy Bear Picnic to the McConnell Library (not Petersfield Park)! \nBring a blanket and your favourite stuffie – we will have stories\, songs and snacks to share. \n 
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/teddy-bear-picnic-petersfield-park/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Babies, Toddler & Preschool (0-5),Children (5-12)
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - General Events":MAILTO:mcconnell@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260819T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260819T160000
DTSTAMP:20260804T125042Z
CREATED:20260630T142359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T125042Z
UID:10009040-1787144400-1787155200@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Lego Mindstorms- STEM day-camp
DESCRIPTION: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\,\ncoding\, and more\, using the Lego Mindstorms platform to build cool group projects! \nThis is a two day program intended for kids ages 8-14\, but older kids are welcome if interested. Registration is required. Please register below or by calling the Sydney Branch at: 902-562-3161.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/lego-mindstorms-stem-day-camp-2/2026-08-19/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children (5-12),Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:programs@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260818T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260818T160000
DTSTAMP:20260804T125042Z
CREATED:20260630T142359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T125042Z
UID:10009039-1787058000-1787068800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Lego Mindstorms- STEM day-camp
DESCRIPTION: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\,\ncoding\, and more\, using the Lego Mindstorms platform to build cool group projects! \nThis is a two day program intended for kids ages 8-14\, but older kids are welcome if interested. Registration is required. Please register below or by calling the Sydney Branch at: 902-562-3161.
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/lego-mindstorms-stem-day-camp-2/2026-08-18/
LOCATION:Sydney (McConnell Library)\, 50 Falmouth St\, Sydney\, Nova Scotia\, B1P6X9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Children (5-12),Teens
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ORGANIZER;CN="McConnell Library - Program Department":MAILTO:programs@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260817T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260817T150000
DTSTAMP:20260629T124927Z
CREATED:20260629T124927Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260629T124927Z
UID:10009030-1786975200-1786978800@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:A Whale of a Tale: Our Ocean World
DESCRIPTION: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! \nThis program is suitable for elementary school children and their families. It is recommended for grades 3 and up. Registration is required. Please register below or contact the Sydney Library at: 902-562-3161 to reserve a spot!
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/a-whale-of-a-tale-our-ocean-world-3/
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:programs@cbrl.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Halifax:20260813T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Halifax:20260813T163000
DTSTAMP:20260723T192109Z
CREATED:20260710T131017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T192109Z
UID:10009093-1786633200-1786638600@cbrl.ca
SUMMARY:Cyber Safety
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Sydney Library for an informative Cyber Safety Presentation\, presented in partnership with @NS Community Technology. \nWe will be covering a variety of cyber safety topics\, including: \n▪ Email safety \n▪ Browsing social media safely \n▪ Keeping your device secure \n▪ And more! \nThis presentation will also be hosted virtually on Microsoft Teams. Registration is required for the in person event. Register using the link below or by phoning the Sydney Library at: 902-562-3161 to reserve your spot! \nRegistration for Cyber Safety Presentations – Fill out form
URL:https://cbrl.ca/event/cyber-safety-3/
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:programs@cbrl.ca
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