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New VOX books make reading along easier
Western Counties Regional Library is adding VOX books to its collection. The books fill a need for more children’s read-along books.
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What does it take to adopt-a-book?
It is exciting to see new books on display at your local library during Western Counties Regional Library’s Adopt-A-Book campaign (AAB). By the end of the two-month campaign on Nov. 30, people donated $21,362.75, adopting 690 books.
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Playaways rekindle love of reading
Barry Crowell has lost much of his vision through age-related macular degeneration (AMD), but he has gained a love of reading through Western Counties Regional Library’s Playaways.
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May 2025
Science Clubkids
Children aged 7-11 can explore the wonders of science through exciting, themed experiments. Register by Tuesday, May 13 by contacting the library.
Adult Board Game Nightadult
Adults are invited to hang out and play modern board games. All experience levels are welcome. Games are available or participants may bring their own.
Toastmastersadult
Develop public speaking and leadership skills through the Yarmouth Chapter of Toastmasters International via Zoom or in-person at the library.
Community Play Groupkids
This program features fun stories, songs, games and a craft for children five years and younger accompanied by caregivers.
All About Apps and Cybersecurityadult
Are you worried about how secure your information is online? During this program, you will learn about safely downloading and using apps, and general cybersecurity while using your device or browsing the web.
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- 15Science ClubkidsIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Children aged 7-11 can explore the wonders of science through exciting, themed experiments. This program is full. Contact the library to inquire about getting on a waiting list. , ...Adult Board Game NightadultIzaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)5:15 pm - 8:00 pmAdults are invited to hang out and play modern board games. All experience levels are welcome. Games are available but people may bring their own. , ...ToastmastersadultIzaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)5:15 pm - 7:00 pmDevelop public speaking and leadership skills through the Yarmouth Chapter of Toastmasters International via Zoom or in-person at the library. For more information and to gain Zoom access to the meetings, contact the Yarmouth library. New members are welcome. , ... - 16Community Play GroupkidsLillian B. Benham Library (Lockeport)9:30 am - 10:30 amThis program features fun stories, songs, games and a craft for children five years and younger accompanied by caregivers. This program is in partnership with Shelburne Family Resource Centre. Participants are asked to register at least one day ahead of time. , ...All About Apps and CybersecurityadultWeymouth Waterfront Library10:00 am - 11:30 amAre you worried about how secure your information is online? During this program, you will learn about safely downloading and using apps, and general cybersecurity while using your device or browsing the web. This program is for adults. Register no later than Wednesday, May 14 by contacting the library. , ...Spring Story TimekidsIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)10:30 am - 11:00 amChildren five and under and caregivers can enjoy stories, songs and activities. , ...Family FridaysadultkidsMcKay Memorial Library (Shelburne)10:30 am - 12:00 pmMeet your friends at the library to read and play together! This drop-in program is for families with young children. , ...All About Apps and CybersecurityadultIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)1:00 pm - 2:00 pmAre you worried about how secure your information is online? During this program, you will learn about safely downloading and using apps, and general cybersecurity while using your device or browsing the web. This program is for adults. Register no later than Wednesday, May 14 by contacting the library. , ...Arts and Crafts with ‘Feral’ CarolkidsIzaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)3:15 pm - 4:15 pmChildren aged 8 to 12 can join library clerk ‘Feral’ Carol for arts and crafts. Register one day before each program by 5 p.m. by contacting the library as space is limited. , ...
- 17Exhibit: The Gifts of Mother EarthadultkidsteenWeymouth Waterfront LibraryAll DayThis exhibit offers paintings by artist Debbie LeBlanc Kilpatrick that feature examples of some of the gifts Mother Nature shares with us. Debbie LeBlanc Kilpatrick is an Acadian artist from Clare. She started painting as a young girl. As she has grown as an artist, she has developed a style which captures the beauty o , ...Exhibit: Les coraux nous racontentadultkidsteenSenator Ambroise H. Comeau Memorial Library (Meteghan)All DayInspired by coral reefs, artists, and scientists, the Grade 7 students from Clare high school have created sculptures and 2D artworks from mixed media. This exhibit can be viewed during open hours in May. , ...Exhibit: Hika’s Folk ArtadultkidsteenIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)All DayThis exhibit offers folk art paintings on canvas and wood, featuring a variety of animals by artist Hika Wagner. The artist has been painting since 2001 on driftwood, canvas, rocks, and buoys. She mostly paints animals and her favourite subjects are cats. This exhibits can be viewed during open hours in May. , ...PuzzlersadultLillian B. Benham Library (Lockeport)All DayDrop in and work on a puzzle. This program is for adults. , ...LEGO PlaykidsMcKay Memorial Library (Shelburne)10:30 am - 12:00 pmDrop in and design and build using the library’s LEGO collection. This program is for children aged 4 to 12 (those under 9 years of age must be accompanied by an adult). , ...Meditation GroupadultteenIzaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)2:00 pm - 3:00 pmThe Yarmouth library hosts an ongoing meditation group every other Saturday. The group is open to anyone who wishes to practice any form of silent, seated meditation in the company of others, followed by a brief discussion. If you are new to meditation, instructions on a simple technique are available upon request. Cha , ...
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- 19Closed for Victoria DayadultkidsteenAll DayAll library branches and headquarters will be closed on Monday, May 19 for Victoria Day. , ...
- 20Exhibit: The Gifts of Mother EarthadultkidsteenWeymouth Waterfront LibraryAll DayThis exhibit offers paintings by artist Debbie LeBlanc Kilpatrick that feature examples of some of the gifts Mother Nature shares with us. Debbie LeBlanc Kilpatrick is an Acadian artist from Clare. She started painting as a young girl. As she has grown as an artist, she has developed a style which captures the beauty o , ...Exhibit: Les coraux nous racontentadultkidsteenSenator Ambroise H. Comeau Memorial Library (Meteghan)All DayInspired by coral reefs, artists, and scientists, the Grade 7 students from Clare high school have created sculptures and 2D artworks from mixed media. This exhibit can be viewed during open hours in May. , ...Exhibit: Hika’s Folk ArtadultkidsteenIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)All DayThis exhibit offers folk art paintings on canvas and wood, featuring a variety of animals by artist Hika Wagner. The artist has been painting since 2001 on driftwood, canvas, rocks, and buoys. She mostly paints animals and her favourite subjects are cats. This exhibits can be viewed during open hours in May. , ...PuzzlersadultLillian B. Benham Library (Lockeport)All DayDrop in and work on a puzzle. This program is for adults. , ...Fibre GroupadultWestport Library10:15 am - 12:15 pmBring a work in progress or come and learn a new needlecraft skill. This program is for adults. , ...A Crafty AfternoonadultWeymouth Waterfront Library1:00 pm - 4:00 pmHave fun with others while you work on your project. This can be knitting, crocheting, rug hooking, sewing, painting or working on any craft you wish. Please bring your own supplies. This program is for adults. , ...Yarmouth Library Book Club: Still AliceadultIzaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)2:00 pm - 3:00 pmBook club members will discuss Still Alice by Lisa Genova. Alice Howland, happily married with three grown children and a house on the Cape, is a celebrated Harvard professor at the height of her career when she notices a forgetfulness creeping into her life. As confusion starts to cloud her thinking and her memory be , ...Scrabble ClubadultLillian B. Benham Library (Lockeport)2:30 pm - 4:30 pmJoin us for a game or two of Scrabble and enjoy a fun afternoon. This program is for adults. , ...Create with Air Dry ClayadultSenator Ambroise H. Comeau Memorial Library (Meteghan)6:00 pm - 8:00 pmTry out the trending hobby of air dry clay! Make earrings, fridge magnets, dishes or other trinkets. You must attend both sessions. On May 20 participants will sculpt and on May 27 they will be painting their creations. Register no later than Friday, May 16 as space is limited. This program is for adults. , ...
- 21Fibre Arts AfternoonadultSenator Ambroise H. Comeau Memorial Library (Meteghan)1:00 pm - 2:30 pmNo matter your skill level, join us for an afternoon of knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, or any project you wish to make. Bring your own supplies. This program is for adults. , ...Food Insecurity in Our CommunitiesadultIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)6:00 pm - 7:00 pmJoin Public Health Nutritionists Jane Cunningham and Heather Baillie to learn about the root causes of food insecurity. They will dispel some common myths, help you understand the current situation in Nova Scotia and the Tri Counties, and discuss strategies to improve food security in our community. This is in partners , ...Science ClubkidsMcKay Memorial Library (Shelburne)6:30 pm - 7:30 pmExplore the world of science with hands-on experiments and activities. This program is for children aged 5 to 11. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Register one day before the program by contacting the library. , ...
- 22Community Play GroupkidsBarrington Municipal Library10:00 am - 11:00 amFamilies with children five and younger can join library and Shelburne Family Resource Centre staff for a variety of free play, songs, games and story time at the library. , ...Digital Healthcare and YouadultIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)10:00 am - 11:00 amWould you like healthcare at the touch of a button? This program will instruct you on using the YourHealthNS app to access multiple healthcare services. For those without a family doctor, presenters will discuss the Maple app and tele-health options for doctor’s appointments and prescriptions renewals. Register n , ...Preschool Story TimekidsIzaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)10:00 am - 11:00 amChildren aged five and under and their caregivers are invited to join staff from Parent’s Place for an hour of stories and play at the library. This program is in partnership with Parents Place. , ...Digital Health Care and YouadultWeymouth Waterfront Library1:00 pm - 2:00 pmWould you like health care at the touch of a button? This program will instruct you on using the YourHealthNS app to access multiple healthcare services. For those without a family doctor, presenters will discuss the Maple app and tele-health options for doctor’s appointments and prescriptions renewals. Register , ...Teens and Tweens Board GamesteenIzaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)5:30 pm - 7:30 pmTeens and Tweens can join library clerk ‘Feral’ Carol to play a variety of board and card games. Games will be provided or people can bring their own. , ...
- 23Spring Story TimekidsIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)10:30 am - 11:00 amChildren five and under and caregivers can enjoy stories, songs and activities. , ...Family FridaysadultkidsMcKay Memorial Library (Shelburne)10:30 am - 12:00 pmMeet your friends at the library to read and play together! This drop-in program is for families with young children. , ...Crafter NoonsadultIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)2:00 pm - 4:00 pmJoin other crafters to chat and share ideas. Bring your own supplies to work on your project while enjoying good company. This program is for adults. , ...
- 24Exhibit: The Gifts of Mother EarthadultkidsteenWeymouth Waterfront LibraryAll DayThis exhibit offers paintings by artist Debbie LeBlanc Kilpatrick that feature examples of some of the gifts Mother Nature shares with us. Debbie LeBlanc Kilpatrick is an Acadian artist from Clare. She started painting as a young girl. As she has grown as an artist, she has developed a style which captures the beauty o , ...Exhibit: Les coraux nous racontentadultkidsteenSenator Ambroise H. Comeau Memorial Library (Meteghan)All DayInspired by coral reefs, artists, and scientists, the Grade 7 students from Clare high school have created sculptures and 2D artworks from mixed media. This exhibit can be viewed during open hours in May. , ...Exhibit: Hika’s Folk ArtadultkidsteenIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)All DayThis exhibit offers folk art paintings on canvas and wood, featuring a variety of animals by artist Hika Wagner. The artist has been painting since 2001 on driftwood, canvas, rocks, and buoys. She mostly paints animals and her favourite subjects are cats. This exhibits can be viewed during open hours in May. , ...PuzzlersadultLillian B. Benham Library (Lockeport)All DayDrop in and work on a puzzle. This program is for adults. , ...LEGO PlaykidsMcKay Memorial Library (Shelburne)10:30 am - 12:00 pmDrop in and design and build using the library’s LEGO collection. This program is for children aged 4 to 12 (those under 9 years of age must be accompanied by an adult). , ...Penguin Poppers CraftkidsIzaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)2:00 pm - 3:30 pmChildren aged 5 to 8 can create a fun penguin popper toy they can take home. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. , ...
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- 27Exhibit: The Gifts of Mother EarthadultkidsteenWeymouth Waterfront LibraryAll DayThis exhibit offers paintings by artist Debbie LeBlanc Kilpatrick that feature examples of some of the gifts Mother Nature shares with us. Debbie LeBlanc Kilpatrick is an Acadian artist from Clare. She started painting as a young girl. As she has grown as an artist, she has developed a style which captures the beauty o , ...Exhibit: Les coraux nous racontentadultkidsteenSenator Ambroise H. Comeau Memorial Library (Meteghan)All DayInspired by coral reefs, artists, and scientists, the Grade 7 students from Clare high school have created sculptures and 2D artworks from mixed media. This exhibit can be viewed during open hours in May. , ...Exhibit: Hika’s Folk ArtadultkidsteenIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)All DayThis exhibit offers folk art paintings on canvas and wood, featuring a variety of animals by artist Hika Wagner. The artist has been painting since 2001 on driftwood, canvas, rocks, and buoys. She mostly paints animals and her favourite subjects are cats. This exhibits can be viewed during open hours in May. , ...PuzzlersadultLillian B. Benham Library (Lockeport)All DayDrop in and work on a puzzle. This program is for adults. , ...The Novel Bunch Reading Group: A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering GeniusadultWestport Library10:15 am - 12:15 pmJoin the discussion of A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius by Dave Eggers, the moving memoir of a college senior who, in the space of five weeks, loses both of his parents to cancer and inherits his eight-year-old brother. This program is for adults. , ...A Crafty AfternoonadultWeymouth Waterfront Library1:00 pm - 4:00 pmHave fun with others while you work on your project. This can be knitting, crocheting, rug hooking, sewing, painting or working on any craft you wish. Please bring your own supplies. This program is for adults. , ...Scrabble ClubadultLillian B. Benham Library (Lockeport)2:30 pm - 4:30 pmJoin us for a game or two of Scrabble and enjoy a fun afternoon. This program is for adults. , ...Discover Dungeons & DragonsadultkidsteenIzaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)5:30 pm - 7:30 pmWhether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a complete beginner, embark on a magical journey. Premade characters are available, and young adventurers (10 and older) are welcome. Please register ahead to reserve one of the 10 spots by contacting the library. , ...Create with Air Dry ClayadultSenator Ambroise H. Comeau Memorial Library (Meteghan)6:00 pm - 8:00 pmTry out the trending hobby of air dry clay! Make earrings, fridge magnets, dishes or other trinkets. You must attend both sessions. On May 20 participants will sculpt and on May 27 they will be painting their creations. Register no later than Friday, May 16 as space is limited. This program is for adults. , ...
- 28Fibre Arts AfternoonadultSenator Ambroise H. Comeau Memorial Library (Meteghan)1:00 pm - 2:30 pmNo matter your skill level, join us for an afternoon of knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, or any project you wish to make. Bring your own supplies. This program is for adults. , ...Digby Book Club: Glorious ExploitsadultIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)6:30 pm - 8:00 pmJoin Colleen Humbert for a lively and in-depth discussion of recent Irish novels. This month’s choice is Glorious Exploits by Ferdia Lennon. Participants were to register no later than Thursday, Jan. 2 by contacting the library to ensure enough books are available. This program is for adults. , ...Lockeport Library Book Club: The Secret Life of SunflowersadultLillian B. Benham Library (Lockeport)6:30 pm - 7:30 pmJoin library staff in-person or via Zoom for a discussion of the book The Secret Life of Sunflowers by Marta Molnar. To receive the zoom link, contact the library no later than Tuesday, May 27. , ...
- 29Community Play GroupkidsBarrington Municipal Library10:00 am - 11:00 amFamilies with children five and younger can join library and Shelburne Family Resource Centre staff for a variety of free play, songs, games and story time at the library. , ...Preschool Story TimekidsIzaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)10:00 am - 11:00 amChildren aged five and under and their caregivers are invited to join staff from Parent’s Place for an hour of stories and play at the library. This program is in partnership with Parents Place. , ...Adult Board Game NightadultIzaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)5:15 pm - 8:00 pmAdults are invited to hang out and play modern board games. All experience levels are welcome. Games are available but people may bring their own. , ...ToastmastersadultIzaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)5:15 pm - 7:00 pmDevelop public speaking and leadership skills through the Yarmouth Chapter of Toastmasters International via Zoom or in-person at the library. For more information and to gain Zoom access to the meetings, contact the Yarmouth library. New members are welcome. , ...
- 30Community Play GroupkidsLillian B. Benham Library (Lockeport)9:30 am - 10:30 amThis program features fun stories, songs, games and a craft for children five years and younger accompanied by caregivers. This program is in partnership with Shelburne Family Resource Centre. Participants are asked to register at least one day ahead of time. , ...Spring Story TimekidsIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)10:30 am - 11:00 amChildren five and under and caregivers can enjoy stories, songs and activities. , ...Family FridaysadultkidsMcKay Memorial Library (Shelburne)10:30 am - 12:00 pmMeet your friends at the library to read and play together! This drop-in program is for families with young children. , ...Arts and Crafts with ‘Feral’ CarolkidsIzaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)3:15 pm - 4:15 pmChildren aged 8 to 12 can join library clerk ‘Feral’ Carol for arts and crafts. Register one day before each program by 5 p.m. by contacting the library as space is limited. , ...
- 31Exhibit: The Gifts of Mother EarthadultkidsteenWeymouth Waterfront LibraryAll DayThis exhibit offers paintings by artist Debbie LeBlanc Kilpatrick that feature examples of some of the gifts Mother Nature shares with us. Debbie LeBlanc Kilpatrick is an Acadian artist from Clare. She started painting as a young girl. As she has grown as an artist, she has developed a style which captures the beauty o , ...Exhibit: Les coraux nous racontentadultkidsteenSenator Ambroise H. Comeau Memorial Library (Meteghan)All DayInspired by coral reefs, artists, and scientists, the Grade 7 students from Clare high school have created sculptures and 2D artworks from mixed media. This exhibit can be viewed during open hours in May. , ...Exhibit: Hika’s Folk ArtadultkidsteenIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)All DayThis exhibit offers folk art paintings on canvas and wood, featuring a variety of animals by artist Hika Wagner. The artist has been painting since 2001 on driftwood, canvas, rocks, and buoys. She mostly paints animals and her favourite subjects are cats. This exhibits can be viewed during open hours in May. , ...PuzzlersadultLillian B. Benham Library (Lockeport)All DayDrop in and work on a puzzle. This program is for adults. , ...Plant SwapadultkidsteenIsaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library (Digby)10:00 am - 2:00 pmStop in to pick up a plant, share plants of your own, or drop off a plant you no longer want. Bring healthy plants in containers that you do not want back with a clear label of what type of plant it is. Please avoid bringing invasive plants, plants with pest infestations, unhealthy plants or unrooted cuttings. This swa , ...LEGO PlaykidsMcKay Memorial Library (Shelburne)10:30 am - 12:00 pmDrop in and design and build using the library’s LEGO collection. This program is for children aged 4 to 12 (those under 9 years of age must be accompanied by an adult). , ...Meditation GroupadultteenIzaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)2:00 pm - 3:00 pmThe Yarmouth library hosts an ongoing meditation group every other Saturday. The group is open to anyone who wishes to practice any form of silent, seated meditation in the company of others, followed by a brief discussion. If you are new to meditation, instructions on a simple technique are available upon request. Cha , ...
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Senator Ambroise H. Comeau Memorial Library (Meteghan)
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Yarmouth Library Book Club: Still Aliceadult
Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)
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Senator Ambroise H. Comeau Memorial Library (Meteghan)
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Exhibit: Les coraux nous racontentadultkidsteen
Senator Ambroise H. Comeau Memorial Library (Meteghan)
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The Novel Bunch Reading Group: A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Geniusadult
Westport Library
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Discover Dungeons & Dragonsadultkidsteen
Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Library (Yarmouth)
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Senator Ambroise H. Comeau Memorial Library (Meteghan)
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