- No events scheduled for February 2, 2025.
Dig Deep – Literature for a Radical Life
Margaret Hennigar Public Library 135 North Park Street, BridgewaterMindfulness Basics/Básicos de Mindfullness
Lunenburg Library 97 Kaulbach Street, First Floor, LunenburgWriters WorkShops with N. L. Blandford
Margaret Hennigar Public Library 135 North Park Street, BridgewaterRead With Jack! Literacy with a Lab
Margaret Hennigar Public Library 135 North Park Street, BridgewaterWeek of Events
The Story of My Life – Write a Memoir
The Story of My Life – Write a Memoir
Every life is filled with stories. Wouldn’t you like to make a record of yours? Over eight sessions, we will provide prompts and fun-filled discussions to help you unlock your memories and chronicle your journey. Call 902-543-9222 for more information and to register. Bridgwater Library, Monday, March 17, 31, April 14, 28, 10:30 am
Story Time – Lunenburg
Story Time – Lunenburg
Bring your little ones to listen to stories and engage with books in new and fun ways. Drop in! Lunenburg Library, Mondays, 10:30 am Age 3+
Hackmatack Book Club
Hackmatack Book Club
Come join the 8 week Hackmatack Book Club and read books by Canadian authors, participate in fun activities & have snacks! The Hackmatack Children’s Choice Book Award is a literary program designed for young readers and based in Atlantic Canada. Bridgewater Library, Monday, January 20, February 3, 3:30 pm Age 9+
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
Needle Felting
Needle Felting
Fall in love (if you haven’t already) with the soft, bright wool roving used in needle felting and learn to sculpt and paint using a needle! Your project is up to you, beginner instruction and supplies provided! Lunenburg Library, Tuesday, March 4, 18, April 1, 15, 29, 10:30 am
Scrabble Club – Lunenburg
Scrabble Club – Lunenburg
Come play Scrabble at the library. Meet new friends while exercising your brain! Lunenburg Library, March 4 & 18, April 1 & 15, 1-3 pm
Sew It, Fix It, Mend It!
Sew It, Fix It, Mend It!
Do you have clothing items that need mending? Come by the library to get sewing guidance from library volunteer Amy Sullivan. Sewing machine available. Lunenburg Library, Tuesdays, 2 pm
Dig Deep – Literature for a Radical Life
Dig Deep – Literature for a Radical Life
Want to read about community, love, and belonging but not sure where to start? Come and sit together and let the words wash over you as Ivan reads poetry, chapters, and short stories by an array of authors interested in how we can be kind to ourselves and others. Slow chats about how we can […]
Coffee and Chat
Coffee and Chat
Come to the library Wednesdays to unwind and meet new people. Enjoy a relaxing chat and a cup of coffee or two. Wednesdays, 10:30 AM
Babies and Books – Bridgewater
Babies and 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 24 months of age. Afterwards, stay for playtime and meet other babies in the neighbourhood! Wednesday mornings at 10:30 am
Open Art Table – Lunenburg
Open Art Table – Lunenburg
Get into your creative flow at our open art table Wednesday afternoons. A variety of inspiring art material will be available each week along with prompts to help get started. We are doing process art so there’s lots of freedom in how to explore the materials provided. Come play! All ages, under 6 with a […]
Claymation Art Studio
Claymation Art Studio
Wednesdays, 3 pm Age 8+ Have you ever wanted to be a director? Create your own characters and stories to make your own claymation movies! No experience necessary drop in! Age 8+ Margaret Hennigar Public Library, Wednesdays, 3:30 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
Spanish Conversation Circle
Spanish Conversation Circle
The Spanish Conversation Circle is a volunteer led casual gathering aimed at providing a setting where people can practice their Spanish language skills.Please join us to chat in Spanish, listen and hablar enespañol con otras personas! Margaret Hennigar Public Library, Thursday, March 6, 20, April 3, 17, 10 am
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 24 months of age. Afterwards, stay for playtime and meet other babies in the neighbourhood! Thursdays, Lunenburg Library, 10:30 am
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, […]
Open Mic Night
Open Mic Night
Sing, tell a joke, recite a poem, share a story or two. Open to performers of all stages and ages. Margaret Hennigar Public Library, Thursday, February 6, 6 pm
Spot of Poetry
Spot of Poetry
Spot of Poetry is a poetry appreciation club for long-time and brand-new readers alike! We gather every second Thursday, guided by a new theme. Bring along a found poem (or one you’ve written) to read aloud. It’s a lovely way to discover new poems and poets, meet new people, and share in great conversation. Members […]
Creative Writing for Adults
Creative Writing for Adults
If you always wanted to write, stopped writing and want to start again, or just try something new, this group is for you. The goal is to have fun, laugh and expand our world through writing. We'll use writing prompts, games and sharing to help invigorate our minds and stretch our imagination. Bring paper, pen and […]
Mindfulness Basics/Básicos de Mindfullness
Mindfulness Basics/Básicos de Mindfullness
Join Tere Falvo for these four sessions to learn how to practice mindfulness and incorporate it into your daily life, helping you feel more calm, present, and less stressed. Lunenburg Library, Friday, February 7, 14, 21, 28, 3 pm
Pour Over Coffee Workshop
Pour Over Coffee Workshop
Master the art of hand-brewing coffee with hands-on practice. Learn key techniques; water-coffee ratio, grind size, water temperature, pre-infusion, pouring, and extraction timing. Sample five pour-over methods and find your favorite to brew at home! Registration required, call 902-634-8008 Lunenburg Library, Saturday, April 12, 10 am
Writers WorkShops with N. L. Blandford
Writers WorkShops with N. L. Blandford
New Year New Novel Start Planning that book! Let’s start a draft of your novel together. Some time in the workshop will be spent writing; please bring a laptop, notebook or paper. February 8 Develop Those Characters! Characters are the building blocks for a great story and to have a great story you need great […]
Read With Jack! Literacy with a Lab
Read With Jack! Literacy with a Lab
Join Jack, the therapy dog, for anhour of reading! Therapy dogs help children improve their reading and communication skills by acting as reading companions. Dogs may notbe able to read, but they makegreat listeners with their non-judgmental presence! Come see Jack make a paw-sitive impact at the library. Saturday, March 15, April 12, 11 am […]
Cookbook Club
Cookbook Club
Join our cookbook club to connect with others in this fun program. We’ll all choose a different recipe from the same agreed upon cookbook and plan an evening to share our dishes! This is a chance to step out of your comfort zone and try new recipes! No experience necessary. Beginner cooks encouraged! January turns […]
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