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Halifax Central Library, Halifax
This breaking/"breakdance” drop-in session aims to offer community-centred learning. The intention is to provide space to those willing to share their breaking knowledge and story, as well as promote Hip-Hop's "Each 1, Teach 1" philosophy. Ages 13-29 In partnership with Breakspace and Dance Nova
Halifax Central Library, Halifax
If you've always wanted to learn how to paint but have no idea where to start, this introductory workshop is for you! We'll learn the basics of working with acrylic paints while exploring a fun and easy approach to making abstract paintings. No previous experience is necessary. Space is limited, so
Keshen Goodman Public Library, Halifax
Join us in our monthly book club where we discover new authors, meet new people, and share insights. This month, we will be discussing The Secret of Secrets by Dan Brown.
Keshen Goodman Public Library, Halifax
Join Lora Nyx for a relaxed gathering and opportunity to bead, learn, and connect with others in a welcoming creative space. Lora will share knowledge about Indigenous beadwork traditions and the cultural significance of beadwork. Participants of all skill levels are welcome, including absolute beg
Keshen Goodman Public Library, Halifax
Join our STEM Club as we explore the exciting worlds of coding, engineering, and technology! Each session features hands-on challenges, creative building projects, coding activities, and problem-solving adventures designed to inspire curiosity and innovation. We'll use a mix of on-screen and off-sc
Captain William Spry Public Library, Halifax
Join us for our monthly book club where we discover new authors, meet new people, and share insights. This month, we're indulging ourselves with the story of one of the oldest and most loved foods in the world—butter! Through reading of Butter: A Rich History, we will journey across three continen
Halifax Central Library, Halifax
Do you want to leave your mark by sharing your own story? Or ease the burden on those left behind by writing your obituary yourself? Join local journalist and author Jane Doucet and Family Service Counsellor and preplanning advisor Caroline McQuillan to help you craft something meaningful and uniqu
Halifax Central Library, Halifax
Please join us for a monthly public lecture featuring artists presented by NSCAD University’s Public Lecture Series. This month's lecturer is Tania El Khoury. Tania El Khoury is a live artist who creates interactive installations and performances that reflect on the production of collective memory
Halifax Central Library, Halifax
Are you brand new to knitting? Come learn the basics of casting on and the simple knit stitch as you start a coaster. All materials will be provided. You'll take your work-in-progress away to finish on your own time. Space is limited, so plan to arrive a little early! This event is held in the Lou
Keshen Goodman Public Library, Halifax
Interested in creating eye‑catching visuals, but not sure where to begin? Come join us to learn the basics of Canva, a free online design tool. You will learn how to design posters, social media graphics, and presentations. Basic computer skills are required. A limited number of laptops will be p
Keshen Goodman Public Library, Halifax
Join our STEM Club as we explore the exciting worlds of coding, engineering, and technology! Each session features hands-on challenges, creative building projects, coding activities, and problem-solving adventures designed to inspire curiosity and innovation. We'll use a mix of on-screen and off-sc
Halifax Central Library, Halifax
Join our club as we explore the world of science and engineering with fun experiments, games, and challenges! We'll try something new each time, and you'll develop your scientific thinking and problem-solving skills. Registration is encouraged for this program to guarantee your spot, although some
Archibald Room, 3rd floor, New Academic Building, University of King’s College (6350 Coburg Road), Halifax
“Peregrine Tyam, Mrs. Verney, and the Racialization of Patriarchy in Late Seventeenth -Century England,” Susan D. Amussen, UC Merced Presidential Chair in the Humanities.
Halifax Central Library, Halifax
Join us to learn about popular website-building tools and basic principles of web design, and then get some practice building a site for yourself. Entrepreneurs use websites to get their startups off the ground, and artists can create online portfolios to show off their work. Anyone can design a pe
Arthur L. Irving Entrepreneurship Centre,5907 Gorsebrook Ave, Halifax, Halifax
The AI Playground Workshop Series gives Saint Mary’s University students opportunities to explore artificial intelligence through free, hands-on sessions led by industry professionals and AI experts. Students will learn how to use emerging AI tools, build practical projects, strengthen their digital
Halifax Central Library, Halifax
Do you have an investment adviser who manages your investments? Maybe you’re looking for a new adviser, or want to reassess the relationship you have with your current adviser? Do you know how investment advisers are registered and regulated in Nova Scotia? Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia
Keshen Goodman Public Library, Halifax
Join our STEM Club as we explore the exciting worlds of coding, engineering, and technology! Each session features hands-on challenges, creative building projects, coding activities, and problem-solving adventures designed to inspire curiosity and innovation. We'll use a mix of on-screen and off-sc
Halifax Central Library, Halifax
Join our club as we explore the world of computer science, coding, and technology! We'll try a mix of fun on-screen and off-screen games, activities, and challenges each session. Registration is encouraged for this program to guarantee your spot, although some drop-in spots may be available on the d
Keshen Goodman Public Library, Halifax
Join us to learn about popular website-building tools and basic principles of web design. You will get to practice building a site for yourself. Websites are helpful for many different careers and hobbies. Entrepreneurs use websites to get their startups off the ground, while artists create online
Halifax Central Library, Halifax
This poetry workshop will concentrate on the creative expression of mythic creatures. First focusing on how to select a mythic monster or creature, we’ll then use a series of prompts and questions to develop our ideas into more fully realized creative concepts. We’ll create word-clouds and highligh
Halifax Central Library, Halifax
Practical ways to make your home safe, comfortable, and long-term livable. Most people want to remain in their own homes for as long as possible, but many homes are not designed with aging in mind. This workshop provides practical strategies to help participants identify potential safety risks and
Keshen Goodman Public Library, Halifax
Join our STEM Club as we explore the exciting worlds of coding, engineering, and technology! Each session features hands-on challenges, creative building projects, coding activities, and problem-solving adventures designed to inspire curiosity and innovation. We'll use a mix of on-screen and off-sc
Halifax Central Library, Halifax
Please join us for Booktoberfest, an annual celebration of Nova Scotian writing! Over the course of the day, we will offer several brief readings from local authors. From picture books to graphic novels to literary and horror fiction, there is something here for everyone. Schedule - 11:30 AM - 12
Halifax Central Library, Halifax
This workshop is designed to help fiction writers build their awareness of character agency. We’ll consider agency in lived experience and in the contexts of fiction and psychology, gaining useful insights on developing agency partnerships between men and women characters and approaching vulnerabili
Halifax Central Library, Halifax
Discover how to infuse your stories with imagination and joyful curiosity! In this engaging workshop, award-winning author Lana Shupe explores the essential ingredients of memorable children’s books by creating wonder through voice, humour, and heart—especially heart! Participants will discover tec
Halifax Central Library, Halifax
Romance novels: they account for the biggest piece of the publishing pie by far. No wonder! Some people have admitted to reading upwards of 50 romances a month, and very, very few readers have never read one (even if they won’t admit it). But what makes a story romance? Romeo and Juliet. Pride and P
Every event across Atlantic Canada this weekend, in one free email on Thursday morning. Pick a city and the email carries that board.