McKay Memorial Library
Cupcake Paper Flowers
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSChildren aged 5 to 11 can drop in during open hours and create pretty paper flowers using the libraryβs assortment of cupcake liners. Children under nine must be accompanied by an adult.
Family Fridays
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSMeet your friends at the library to read books and play together! This drop-in program is for families with young children.
Summer Reading Scavenger Hunt
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSChildren aged 5 to 11 can pick up a worksheet at the circulation desk and search the Childrenβs Room for popular childrenβs book characters. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.
Puzzling Pastime
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSTeens and adults can drop in and work on our latest puzzle.
Science Club
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSExplore 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 by Tuesday, June 24 by contacting the library.
Digital Health Care and You
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSWould 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 doctorβs appointments and prescriptions renewals. Register no later than Tuesday, June 24 by contacting...
Device Help and Troubleshooting
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSDo you have questions about or trouble with your device? Maybe the library can help! Staff will be available to help with basic technology problems and troubleshooting. Contact the library to schedule an appointment. Note: If the issue is beyond the scope of library staff, you may require the help of an information technology (IT)...
Puzzling Pastime
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSDrop in and work on our latest puzzle.
Family Fridays
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSMeet your friends at the library to read books and play together! This drop-in program is for families with young children.
Discover Your Device
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSAdults can learn how to use the basic functions of their phone or tablet. This includes the ins-and-outs of their device menus and settings, and taking photos and sending texts. Register no later than Wednesday, June 4 by contacting the library.
Firefly Friends
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSLight up your day by making your own bright little bug. This program is for children aged 5 to 11. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. All library programs are free. Register no later than Tuesday, June 3 by contacting the library.
Puzzling Pastime
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSDrop in and work on our latest puzzle during library open hours.
Family Fridays
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSMeet your friends at the library to read books and play together! This drop-in program is for families with young children.
Science Club
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSExplore 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 by Tuesday, May 20 by contacting the library.
Self-Portrait Art
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSChildren aged 5 to 11 can create two forms of mixed-media art that celebrates them. Children aged under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Register no later than Tuesday, May 6 by contacting the library.
Free Income Tax Help for Low Income Earners
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSLow-income earners can file their income tax online with help from registered Canadian Revenue Agency volunteers. Visit or contact the library to make an appointment. This program is in partnership with the Community Volunteer Income Tax Program.
Family Fun
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSMeet your friends at the library to read books and play together! This drop-in program is for families with young children.
Free Income Tax Help for Seniors with Low Incomes
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSFile your income tax online with help from registered Canadian Revenue Agency volunteers! Drop off your income tax forms during library open hours or schedule a meeting on Tuesdays. This program is open to all low-income seniors in Shelburne County and is in partnership with Shelburne County Seniors Safety and Services Association.
Science with SuperNOVA
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSChildren aged 7 to 12 can explore science and technology. Learn about clean energy and electric vehicles with SuperNOVA in this special two-hour March Break program. Register no later than Wednesday, March 12 by contacting the library.
March Break Fun
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSChildren aged 5 to 11 can drop in during open hours and create a collage, build a Mr. Potato Head, play a game, or do all three! Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.
Family Fun
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSMeet your friends at the library to read books and play together! This drop-in program is for families with young children.
Science Club: Science of Spinning Tops
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSLearn about how a top spins. Use a recycled CD to create your own spinning top. This program is for children aged 5 to 11. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Register no later than Friday, Feb. 21 by contacting the library.
Fun with Arts and Crafts: Paint
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSChildren aged 5 to 11 can make your name stand out with this colourful paint-daubing activity. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Register no later than Friday, Feb. 7 by contacting the library.
Garden Soil Enhancements
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSYour production, whether itβs food or flowers, is only as good as your soil. Join Matthew Roy of Coastal Grove Farm to explore soil, the most important component of your garden. Dive into the relationships among insects, bacteria, and fungal communities in your soil. Walk away with manageable plans on how you can enhance your...
Food Insecurity in our Communities
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSJoin Public Health Nutritionists Jane Cunningham and Heather Baillie to learn about the root causes of food insecurity, dispel some common myths, understand the current situation in Nova Scotia and the Tri Counties, and discuss strategies to improve food security in our community. Food insecurity is when individuals or households lack reliable access to adequate...
Family Fun
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSMeet your friends at the library to read books and play together! This drop-in program is for families with young children.
Science Club: Science of Snow and Slime
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSLearn about how snowflakes form, and then get messy creating fake snow and sparkling slime. This program is for children aged 5 to 11. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Register no later than Friday, Jan. 24 by contacting the library.
Family Literacy Day
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSFamilies with young children can join library staff for bedtime stories and a craft to celebrate Family Literacy day! Register no later than Friday, Jan. 24 by contacting the library.
Fun with Arts and Crafts: Snow
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSFamilies with young children can join library staff for bedtime stories and a craft to celebrate Family Literacy day! Register no later than Friday, Jan. 24 by contacting the library.
Tea Growing Basics and Tea Tasting
McKay Memorial Library 17 Glasgow Street, Shelburne, NSJoin Matthew Roy of Coastal Grove Farm to learn about growing tea, Camellia sinensis, in Nova Scotia. Explore the development of Camellia sinensis in Upper Port La Tour. Learn how to cultivate a tea plant and process leaves into the beverage we enjoy. He will discuss the development of herbal tea blends. A tasting of...