Programs at the Western Counties Regional Library
The following is a list of events and activities happening in early February at branches of the Western Counties Regional Library.
DIGBY COUNTY
The movie Maudie, starring Sally Hawkins as Maud Lewis, will be shown at several of the Western Counties Regional Library branches during the month of February.
• The Fibre Group
Tuesday, Feb. 5,
10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.
Fibre enthusiasts meet every Tuesday to socialize and show work completed or in progress. Beverages (and sometimes sweets) provided. This program is for adults.
SHELBURNE COUNTY
will discuss The Boat People by Sharon Bala. The club will share a new book every month. Coffee and tea are served. New members are always welcome.
• Heritage Day Celebrations:
Maudie
Wednesday, Feb. 13, 6 p.m.
In celebration of Heritage Day 2019 honouree Maud Lewis, the movie Maudie will be shown. Maudie is a 2016 biographical drama film starring Sally Hawkins and Ethan Hawke. The film is about the life of folk artist Maud Lewis, who painted in Nova Scotia. In the story, Maud (Hawkins) struggles with arthritis, memory of a lost child, and a family that doubts her ability, before moving in with a surly fish peddler (Hawke) as a housekeeper. Despite their differing personalities, they marry as her art gains in popularity. Western Counties Regional Library recognizes the support of the Province of Nova Scotia to help make this program happen.
Clark’s Harbour Library
2648 Main St., Clark’s Harbour,
902-745-2885, clarksha@nsy.library.ns.ca
• Hand Crafters Club
Thursdays, 6 to 8 p.m. Adults can gather around the table, sewing, quilting and more.
• Adult Colouring
Tuesdays, 6 to 8 p.m.
This is a great time to gather with friends, colouring and catching up.
• Tot ‘n’ Tumble
Fridays, 10 to 11:30 a.m.
A time for toddlers (aged zero to 6) and their caregiver to interact with story time, crafts and a snack. This program is in partnership with Kings Street Family Resource Centre.
• DIY Valentine’s Day Card
Saturday, Feb. 2, 10:30 to 11:30
a.m.
Make your own Valentine’s Day card for a special person. This program is for children aged 5 to 10.
• Valentine Cookie Decorating
Saturday, Feb. 9, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Children aged 5 to 10 can decorate cookies with Valentine-themed decorations. Register by Feb. 6 by contacting the library.
Lillian Benham Library
(Lockeport)
35 North St., Lockeport,
902-656-2817, 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.
• Toddle and Tumble
Wednesdays, 10 to 11:30 a.m. Fun stories, games, and snacks for children from birth to preschool. This program is presented in partnership with the King Street Family Resource Centre.
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.
• Chess Club
Wednesdays, 3:30 to 5 p.m.
Do you enjoy chess, but need a place to play? Join us at the library. All ages and levels of experience are welcome.
• Book Sale
Tuesday, Feb. 12 to Saturday, Feb.
23 during open hours
Stock up on your winter reading inventory with a visit to the library. Buy used books at great prices.
• Brown Baggers Books and
Banter Group
Tuesday, Feb. 12, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Participate in the Brown Baggers Books and Banter Group and discuss books while socializing. The book up for discussion this month is The Ministry of Utmost Happiness by Arundhati Roy. The club meets the second Tuesday of each month, and new members are welcome.
• Read to Me @ Roseway Manor
Thursday, Feb. 14, 10 a.m. Join us in the lounge for some Valentine’s Day fun as we share books, rhymes, and bubbles with the residents of Roseway Manor. This program is for children under five and their caregivers.
• Boys Night Out: Chocolate
Thursday, Feb. 14,
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Learn about chocolate – the fun and tasty way. Boys Night Out is a program “just for the guys” aged 9 to 12. Preregistration is preferred.
• Craft Enthusiasts
Tuesdays, 1 to 3 p.m. Calling all craft enthusiasts who knit, crochet, etc. You are invited to bring your work and meet at the library, share and socialize.
• Minecraft Tuesdays
and Thursdays
Tuesdays and Thursdays,
2 to 4:30 p.m.
Youth aged nine to 16 can drop in the Yarmouth computer lab to play Minecraft with up to nine other players on the library’s Minecraft server.
• A Time for Tots
Thursdays, 10:30 to 11 a.m. Children aged 1 to 3 and their caregivers can join us for some fun as we share stories, songs and other activities. The program is limited to 10. Register ahead by contacting the library.
• Toastmasters
Thursday, Feb. 7, 5:15 to 6:30 p.m. Develop public speaking and leadership skills through the Yarmouth Chapter of Toastmasters International. New members are welcome.
• Heritage Day Celebrations:
Maudie
Wednesday, Feb. 13, 2 p.m.
In celebration of Heritage Day 2019 honouring Maud Lewis, the movie Maudie will be shown in the Program Room. Maudie is a 2016 biographical drama film starring Sally Hawkins and Ethan Hawke. The film is about the life of folk artist Maud Lewis, who painted in Nova Scotia.
Pubnico Library
35 Highway 335, Pubnico,
902-762-2204, pubnico@nsy.library.ns.ca
• Ainsi, font, font, font!
Wednesdays, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Ainsi font, font, font! is back. Come listen to a story, make a craft and sing. This program is in French and is for children aged 6 and under and their caregivers. This program is in partnership with Équipe d’alphabétisation Nouvelle-Écosse.
• Heritage Day Celebrations:
Maudie
Tuesday, Feb. 12, 6 p.m.
In celebration of Heritage Day 2019 honouring Maud Lewis, the movie Maudie will be shown. Maudie is a 2016 biographical drama film starring Sally Hawkins and Ethan Hawke. The film is about the life of folk artist Maud Lewis, who painted in Nova Scotia.