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COVID-19 & Wellness Information
COVID-19 & Wellness Information
Information on COVID-19, including Health & Wellness: Nova Scotia Government updates Updates and advice from Nova Scotia health professionals 811 Information - Online assessment, when to call, symptoms, and other information Masks - Mandatory in public places in NS as of July 31. This link has how-to videos and information. Covid Q & A - From the Canadian Medical Association; includes information about vaccines 211 - Access to help and support in your community. Nova Scotia Mental Health Association - Support, programs, and services across the province. Wellness information from NSHA- Comprehensive information about staying well, prevention, and living a healthy life Friendly Calls - From the Canadian Red Cross NS Health Authority - Free online wellness tools Canadian Mental Health- Wellness hub includes information on COVID-19 Public Health Agency of Canada - Current situation on Coronavirus in Canada Government of Canada: Coronavirus updates Outbreak updates, symptoms, travel advisories, and more. World Health Organization updates and alerts
FREE Income Tax Preparation
FREE Income Tax Preparation
Do you need a hand preparing your tax return? This program is run by volunteers trained by the Canada Revenue Agency, and provides free tax preparation for those with a simple tax situation. If you are an individual with an income below $35,000, or a couple with an income below $45,000, you may be able to take advantage of this free service. This program is available until May 15. You can drop off your income tax forms at the Annapolis Royal, Bridgetown, Lawrencetown, Middleton, Kingston, and Berwick libraries during open hours. For more details contact: Dorothy: 902-532-2975 (Annapolis Royal, Bridgetown, Lawrencetown, and Middleton) Shelly: 902-765-3631 (Kingston - during open hours) Barbara: 902-538-8060 (Berwick - during open hours)
April is Autism Acceptance Month
April is Autism Acceptance Month
Find our Autism Resources here!
AVRL Virtual Program Space
Zoom Knit-along
AVRL Virtual Program Space
Zoom Knit-along
Repeats every week every Wednesday until Wed May 19 2021 except Wed May 12 2021. April 14th (Wed), April 21st (Wed), April 28th (Wed), May 5th (Wed), May 19th (Wed)1:00pm to 2:00pm, 1:00pm to 2:00pm, 1:00pm to 2:00pm, 1:00pm to 2:00pm, 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Seasoned knitters are invited to Zoom in to our Knit-along. Over 5 weeks, we will meet virtually and knit a Market Bag. You can download the instructional PDF or pick up a copy at the Kentville Library. There will be homework! Registration is required and you only need to register one time. Please provide an email address when you register. Once registered, you will receive information on how to join the program. You will require a computer, tablet, or smartphone to view the Zoom meeting.You can view AVRL's Zooming guidelines and how to create a Zoom account HERE. This is not a learn to knit event.
Annapolis Royal Library
An Afternoon with Friends Speaker Series
Annapolis Royal Library
An Afternoon with Friends Speaker Series
April 17th (Sat)2:00pm to 3:30pm
"Pierre Dugua, sieur de Mons" Join with Christine Igot as she explores the interesting life and times of the merchant explorer who established the Habitation at Port-Royal. An Afternoon with Friends Speaker Series will be hosted online using Zoom. Please pre-register by emailing friendsoftheARlibrary@gmail.com. You will then be emailed a link to the session. Presented by the Friends of the Annapolis Royal Library.
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Mandala Dotting
AVRL Facebook Page
Mandala Dotting
April 23rd (Fri)2:00pm to 2:30pm
Learn to use dotting tools and paint a small canvas. Angela will show you how to start, and the rest is up to you! Kits have all been spoken for, but you can follow along if you want. You need paint & dotting tools (or can use pencils, toothpicks, q-tips, and bamboo skewers). Helpful YouTube videos: DIY dotting tools and Intro to dotting
Today @ The Library
Tuesday, April 13, 2021
Activities are all-ages unless otherwise noted: Teens Kids
New Adult Fiction and Non-Fiction Books
Adult Fiction Books
Bootleg stardust : a novel
Daisy Jones & the Six meets Nick Hornby in this uplit debut novel about a young musician who auditions for a band and is suddenly catapulted into...
Adult Fiction Books
Astrid sees all : a novel
Most Anticipated: The Great First Half 2021 by The Millions New York's last bohemia--the glittering, decadent downtown club scene of the 1980s--is...
Adult Fiction Books
Miss Julia happily ever after
The delightful final installment of the beloved and New York Times bestselling Miss Julia series. Wedding fever hits Abbotsville and several of Miss...
Adult Non-Fiction Books
The beginner's guide to growing great vegetables
our Backyard Bounty Awaits! You can grow beautiful, healthy, delicious veggies and herbs right from the start--just follow the trustworthy advice...
Adult Non-Fiction Books
Eggs all day : 100 recipes to take you from dawn to dusk
There's no doubt about it; we love our eggs! They form a major part of our daily diets, whether eaten as a high-protein breakfast or brunch, whipped...
Adult Non-Fiction Books
The foot fix : 4 weeks to healthier, happier feet
This book will empower you to get your feet functioning as they should do, without any medical intervention. Includes a 4-week plan of quick-and-easy...
Latest Blog Posts
April 6, 2021
Middleton's Art Wall, April, 2021
The Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library would like to welcome local art enthusiasts to visit and view our art display featuring and promoting local artists in our area.
For the...
March 9, 2021
Middleton's Art Wall, March, 2021
The Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library would like to welcome local art enthusiasts to visit and view our art display featuring and promoting local artists in our area.
For the...
March 4, 2021
Some updates on our Digital Library
One year ago, as March Break was about to launch, we were so excited to offer a wide range of programs. And then, the Pandemic happened. Our libraries shut their doors. In order to give our...
February 5, 2021
Middleton's Art Wall, February, 2021
The Rosa M. Harvey Middleton & Area Library would like to welcome local art enthusiasts to visit and view our art display featuring and promoting local artists in our area.
For the...
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