- No events scheduled for May 5, 2024.
Environmental Series – Bridgewater
Margaret Hennigar Public Library 135 North Park Street, BridgewaterAfter School Fun on Early Dismissal Day- Liverpool Library
Thomas H. Raddall Library 145 Old Bridge Street, LiverpoolCabbages and Camomile – A Garden History of Queens County
Thomas H. Raddall Library 145 Old Bridge Street, Liverpool24 in 24: Write Your Novel This Year
Margaret Hennigar Public Library 135 North Park Street, BridgewaterSpring into Employment – Newcomer Resume Assistance
Margaret Hennigar Public Library 135 North Park Street, BridgewaterTea and Storytime with Susan Wilkie
Margaret Hennigar Public Library 135 North Park Street, BridgewaterWeek of Events
Story Time – Lunenburg
Story Time – Lunenburg
Bring your little ones to listen to stories and engage with books in new and fun ways. Storytimes may be enhanced with felt boards, instruments, activities and crafts. Drop in! Lunenburg Library, Mondays, 10:30 am Age 3+
Creative Writing Corner
Creative Writing Corner
Join us twice a month for some simple writing prompts to get the creative ink flowing. There will be opportunities to share your writing with the group, but no pressure. No experience required. Lunenburg Library, Monday, May 6, 20, June 3, 17, 2 pm
Baby and Me at the Library
Baby and Me at the Library
Join Queens Family Resource Centre for fun stories and songs, and meet other babies and their caregivers afterwards. Drop in. Thomas H. Raddall Library, Tuesdays, 10:30 am, Age 0-18 months
Story Time – Bridgewater
Story Time – Bridgewater
Bring your little ones to listen to stories read out loud and engage with books. Drop in! Margaret Hennigar Public Library, Tuesdays at 10:30 am
Make Your Own Paper Earrings
Make Your Own Paper Earrings
Learn how to make your own earrings using paper and beads with Leanne Morin. Registration Required call 902-634-8008. Lunenburg Library, Tuesday, May 7, 10:00 am
Fibrecraft
Fibrecraft
For those who love to knit, sew, and quilt, or would like to learn. Come to Fibrecraft and meet new people, relax, and spin a yarn or two! We have a small quantity of supplies and a sewing machine to try. Thomas H. Raddall Library, Tuesdays 1pm
Tech Help -Bridgewater
Tech Help -Bridgewater
Tuesdays in May 2 - 4 pm In need of help with your laptop, phone or tablet? Join us at the library for general tech help! Call to register for a 15 - 30 minute session. We welcome any questions you may have on email set-up, downloading apps, internet use, and more! Registration required call […]
Tech Help Tuesdays
Tech Help Tuesdays
Would you like some help with your tablet, cell phone or laptop, or want to learn more about apps or the internet? Help is at hand on Tuesdays! No appointments, drop in. Provided by Queens Learning Network. Thomas H. Raddall, Tuesdays, 2-4 pm
Tuesday Hangout
Tuesday Hangout
Come hang out at the library, read, draw, or play your favourite computer or board games. This is your space! Snacks provided. Drop in. Thomas H. Raddall Library, Tuesday, May 7, 21, June 4, 18, 3 pm Age 6+
Lego Lab
Lego Lab
Have fun with Lego and try something new with our weekly construction challenges! Drop in. Bridgewater Library, Tuesdays, 3:30 pm Age 6+
Environmental Series – Bridgewater
Environmental Series – Bridgewater
Join us in welcoming researchers from Coastal Action and the Mersey Tobeatic Research Institute to discuss our environment. Learn about incredible animal species, current studies and crucial conservation efforts happening in our region! Reptiles at Risk, May 7, 6:30 pm Noah Hardy (Senior Field Technician, Coastal Action) will be discussing Coastal Action’s current project "Reptiles […]
Babies & Books – Bridgewater
Babies & Books – Bridgewater
Babies love stories and songs! Share time with your baby in a fun, confidence-building environment. Babies & Books is 30 minutes (or less), and is designed for babies up to 18 months of age. Afterwards, stay for playtime and meet other babies in the neighbourhood! Margaret Hennigar Public Library, 11 am
After School Fun on Early Dismissal Day- Liverpool Library
After School Fun on Early Dismissal Day- Liverpool Library
CLT Early Dismissal Days Queens Family Resource Centre will host fun craft activities & snacks at the Library. May 8, 29, 1:15-2:30 pm
Fibre Art
Fibre Art
All lovers of knitting, quilting, or any other handcraft, experienced or beginner, are invited to come relax, learn, share your favourite patterns and discover new ones. New members welcome! Drop in. Lunenburg Library, Wednesdays, 1 - 3 pm
Cabbages and Camomile – A Garden History of Queens County
Cabbages and Camomile – A Garden History of Queens County
Referencing the diaries of Simeon Perkins and other historical documents, local history enthusiast, Kathy Stitt, will take you down the garden path of the development, through the centuries, of gardening in Queens County. Registration required please call 902-354-5270 Liverpool Library, Wednesday, May 8, 1:30 pm
Garden Talk Wednesdays
Garden Talk Wednesdays
Wednesday, May 8, 3 pm Let’s Talk About Soil Let's learn how to evaluate soil and how to fix it based on our growing goals. Participants will make a compost tea to take home to fertilize plants. Registration required call 902-634-8008. Wednesday, May 22, 3 pm Let’s Talk Companion Planting Companion planting sounds like a […]
Garden Talk Wednesday
Garden Talk Wednesday
Garden Talk Wednesdays with Julianne Jollymore Wednesday, May 8, 3 pm Let’s Talk About Soil Let's learn how to evaluate soil and how to fix it based on our growing goals. Participants will make a compost tea to take home to fertilize plants. Registration required call 902-634-8008. Wednesday, May 22, 3 pm Let’s Talk Companion […]
DIY Doll Clothes
DIY Doll Clothes
Sew your own doll clothes! No sewing experience necessary. Design and sew your very own clothing & accessories for your dolls. Fabric and model dolls provided! Bridgewater Library, Wednesday, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, , 3:30 pm, Age 9+
24 in 24: Write Your Novel This Year
24 in 24: Write Your Novel This Year
For writers who are working on completing, or have completed their first novel! 24 alternating weeks of sessions designed to get your debut novel ready for submission. All writers and genres welcome. Call 902-543-9222 for more information. Margaret Hennigar Public Library, Wednesday, May 8, 22, June 5, 19, 6 pm
Chess Club – Bridgewater
Chess Club – Bridgewater
Join us play chess! All skill levels, including beginners welcome. Call the branch for more information 902-543-9222. Margaret Hennigar Library, Wednesdays, 6 pm
Babies & Books – Lunenburg
Babies & Books – Lunenburg
Babies love stories and songs! Share time with your baby in a fun, confidence-building environment.Babies & Books is 30 minutes (or less), and is designed for babies up to 18 months of age. Afterwards, stay for playtime and meet other babies in the neighbourhood! Lunenburg Library, 10:30 am
All About Dementia
All About Dementia
Rhonda Lemire, Regional Coordinator for the Alzheimer’s Society of Nova Scotia, will be at the branch with a variety of educational material about dementia. Drop in anytime for a chat, ask questions and leave with valuable resources! Liverpool Library, Thursday, May 9, 12:30 - 3:30 pm
Lunenburg Book Club
Lunenburg Book Club
Join us to discuss our latest read. The Lunenburg Book Club meets every second Thursday of the month. For more information call 902-634-8008. Lunenburg Library, Thursday, July 11, 1 pm
Coding Club – Liverpool
Coding Club – Liverpool
Learn to code with Fiero Code Club! This is a self-guided, online software program that teaches you how to code. Fiero offers a fun, gamified learning experience. Please bring your Chrome Book or laptopif you have one. Registration required call 902-354-5270. Thomas H. Raddall Library, Thursdays, 3 pm, Age 8 +
Teen Writers Group
Teen Writers Group
Join other teens for a fun hour of writing and snacks! All are welcome, whether you have a work in progress, an idea that you don’t know how to put on paper, or you’re just interested in the process. All types of writers are encouraged to come; if you write poetry, fan fiction, lore, novels, […]
Sexual Health Road Show – Bridgewater
Sexual Health Road Show – Bridgewater
Join Julie Veinot (South Shore SexualHealth) for a sexual health information roadshow. Whether you'd like to learn more about birth control or gender-affirming gear, drop in to this informal and confidential health and well-being service. Margaret Hennigar Public Library, Thursday, May 9, June 20, 4-6 pm,
Piping Plover Conservation
Piping Plover Conservation
Birds Canada conducts stewardship and monitoring activities with partners and volunteers to promote recovery of Piping Plovers and healthy beaches across the NS. Join Avery Nagy-MacArthur (Birds Canada NS Shorebird Programs Biologist) to learn more about their work and how you can get involved as a volunteer in the Piping Plover Conservation Program. Liverpool Library, […]
Cookbook Club
Cookbook Club
Join our cookbook club to connect with others in this fun program where we’ll all choose a different recipe from the same cookbook and plan an evening to share our dishes! No experience necessary, beginner cooks encouraged! Registration required, call 902-634-8008 to register. Lunenburg Library, Thursday, May 9, 23, June 6, 20, 6 pm
German Conversation
German Conversation
Practice your German in this relaxed, volunteer-led conversation group. Beginners are always welcome! Liverpool Library, Thursday, July 11, 25, August 8, 22, 6 pm
Environmental Series – Lunenburg
Environmental Series – Lunenburg
Environmental Series - Lunenburg Library Coastal Action - Summer Program Information & Activity Night, Thursday, May 2, 6 pm Come hear about the engaging events that Coastal Action’s Environmental Education Team have on the go. Coastal Action will have two leaders here to offer environmental activities/games for youth aged 5-10 to try! While children are […]
Story Time – Liverpool
Story Time – Liverpool
Bring your little ones to listen to stories and engage with books in new and fun ways. Storytimes may be enhanced with felt boards, instruments, activities and crafts. Thomas H. Raddall Library, Drop in! Fridays, 10:30 am Age 3+
Charity’s Book Club
Charity’s Book Club
Bring a snack and join us for a discussion of our current book selection. July: Before the Parade by Rebecca Rose August : The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood Lunenburg Library, Friday, July 12, August 9, 11 am
Spring into Employment – Newcomer Resume Assistance
Spring into Employment – Newcomer Resume Assistance
Are you new to the Bridgewater area and looking for employment? Drop-in and see Maria Viniegra (Employment Solutions Workshop Facilitator) for one-on-one support with resumes, cover letters, job search and more! Bring your resume for review and discuss your employment and career goals. Bridgewater Library, Friday, July 19, August 9, 11 am-1 pm
Friday Futures – Resume Glow Up
Friday Futures – Resume Glow Up
Drop by and see NS Works School Liaison Lorenda Barkhouse for one-on-one support uniquely for teens, with resumes, cover letters, job search and more! Come give your resume a glow-up and talk careers! Bridgewater Library, Friday, May 10, June 7, 1:30 pm, Age 14+
Teen Space
Teen Space
Teen only space – hang out in this safe space, snacks provided. Thomas H. Raddall Library, Fridays, 3 pm Age 13+
Youth Science Experiments
Youth Science Experiments
Join us on Fridays in May and June for youth after-school science activities! Come learn new experiments, make new friends and make your own new things to take home. Drop in. Bridgewater Library, Friday, May 10, 17, 24, 31, June 7, 14, 21, 28, 3:30 pm Age 9+
Mothers Day Storytime and Craft
Mothers Day Storytime and Craft
Come listen to stories about amazing mothers! After storytime, paint a flower pot and plant a flower to take home to celebrate your mom or caregiver! Bridgewater Library, Saturday, May 11, 10:30 am
Tea and Storytime with Susan Wilkie
Tea and Storytime with Susan Wilkie
Join us for a special tea and storytime with local author Susan Wilkie. She will read her new book Have You Seen My Mr. Barkley?! Feel free to dress-up in a costume, bring your favourite stuffy, and come for tea! Bridgewater Library, Saturday, May 18, 11 am
French Conversation
French Conversation
Come and practice your French in a relaxed, informal setting and make new friends! All levels of French welcome, including beginners. Thomas H. Raddall Library, Saturdays, 11 am
Biscuits and Scones
Biscuits and Scones
Homemade biscuits and scones, yum, yum! Agnes Moase will show you how to bake these delights, and there will be samples to taste too! Registration required call 902-354-5270. Liverpool Library, Saturday, May 11, 2 pm
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