Library events at tri-county branches
The following is a list of events and activities happening at branches of the Western Counties Regional Library this month.
ALL BRANCHES Summer Reading Club
Until Friday, Aug. 24
Feed Your Passions during this fun summer reading club where children, teens and adults get a chance to read some great books, win some great prizes and participate in some imagination-related, exciting activities and programs. Register for the Summer Reading Club to participate in the reading club and to be eligible to win prizes and reading rewards.
DIGBY COUNTY Used Book Sale
During open hours
Visit our used book sale to find some new-to-you reading.
Scrapbooking
Tuesdays, 6 to 8 p.m. Adults can do their own Scrapbooking project with a group of people who want to share ideas and projects.
Story Corner
Saturdays through Aug. 25, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Library staff will be reading stories for children aged 8 and younger in French and English.
Isaiah W. Wilson Memorial Library
84 Warwick St., Digby, 902-2452163, digby@nsy.library.ns.ca
Pirates, Parrots, Hurricanes and Himalayas!
Wednesday, Aug. 22, 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.
Are you an adventurer or do you prefer to let others take the risks and share their tales with you? Either way, come and listen to local world traveler and sailor, Cap’n Jon recount stories of pirates off Costa Rica, a blizzard in the mountains of Turkey, encircled by jaguars in the Guatemalan jungle and more. This program is for youth and adults.
Westport Library
17 Second St., Westport, 902-8392955, westport@nsy.library.ns.ca
The Fibre Group
Tuesdays, Aug. 21, 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Join us for a morning with your favourite fibre. Beverages, resource books and laughter provided. Drop by and show your work! This program is for adults.
The Novel Bunch Reading Group: Too Much Happiness
Tuesday, Aug. 28, 7:15 p.m. Too Much Happiness by Canadian author Alice Munro is a collection of 10 short stories. This program is for adults.
SHELBURNE COUNTY Lillian Benham Library (Lockeport)
35 North St., Lockeport, 902-6562817, lockepor@nsy.library.ns.ca
Scrabble Club
Tuesdays, 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Join us for a game or two of Scrabble and enjoy a fun afternoon. This program is for adults.
Write On!
Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Writers of all genres are encouraged to meet and share their work at Write On! This program is for adults and teens.
Write On: India - Its People and Places
Wednesday, Aug. 29, 7 p.m. Marion Goyette invites you to share her adventure in India - its temples, monuments, teachers, mystics and the secret of Bengali cooking! This program is for adults.
McKay Memorial Library (Shelburne)
17 Glasgow St., Shelburne, 902- 875- 3615, shelburn@nsy.library.ns.ca
Knitting Group
Tuesdays, 2 to 4 p.m. Whether you are an experienced knitter or a beginner, bring your yarn and needles and join the group.
Summer Reading Club: SuperNOVA Science Camp
Monday, Aug. 20 through Thursday, Aug. 23, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
and Friday, Aug. 24, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
SuperNOVA is a not-for-profit initiative of Dalhousie University that provides youth in Atlantic Canada with fun, educational, and inspiring experiences in science, engineering, technology and mathematics (STEM). The camp, for children aged nine to 12, will introduce participants to all kinds of STEM experiences through activities. Participants are expected to attend all five sessions. Note: The Friday session ends at 12 p.m. Register no later than Wednesday, Aug. 15 by calling the library as there is only space for 20 participants. Participants should bring a lunch.
Author Reading: Marion Goyette
Tuesday, Aug. 28, 6:30 p.m. Does a mental health challenge impact your life or the life of someone you care about? Marion Goyette will read from her new book House of Neuroses, House of Normalcy, her memoir depicting a life with a depressed, addicted artist. You will discover how she helped him tell his own story, through art and poetry. This program is for adults.
YARMOUTH COUNTY Izaak Walton Killam Memorial Library
405 Main St., Yarmouth, 902-7425040, yarmouth@nsy.library.ns.ca
Brilliant Labs @ The Library
Mondays, Wednesday and Fridays through Aug. 24, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 1 to 3 p.m.
This drop-in program for youth aged 8 to 12 offers a wide range of activities under the guidance of Brilliant Labs. Activities will include: Training with micro-controllers and other electronics, using Tablets for STEM Learning, learning to 3D print, creating a paper circuit (Art mixed with tech), doing “Makey Makey” projects, learning various coding platforms and methods (relevant trending themes ie. Star Wars, Minecraft, etc.), and exploring Structures.
Toastmasters
Thursday, Aug. 16 and 30, 5:15 to 6:30 p.m.
Develop public speaking and leadership skills through the Yarmouth Chapter of Toastmasters International. New members are welcome.