African Heritage Month is celebrated at Halifax Public Libraries with an incredible array of programs and events - you can enjoy drumming, dance, fashion, films, panel discussions, story telling, poetry, and the much anticipated reading by George...
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This February is not going to be like last February. This February is not going to be like last February. As we look at the weather forecast, I'm pretty sure most of us have this refrain in our heads. Let's remain hopeful that it's a prediction...
Happy Groundhog Day! As many people know, today is the day we wait to see whether or not the groundhog sees its shadow. Tradition says winter will continue for six more weeks if so. If you want to keep track here in Nova Scotia, you'll be happy to...
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February is a good month to snuggle up and read the newest title in your favorite mystery series. Or, if you are lucky enough to travel south, take one to the beach with you!
I bought a ukulele after a week of watching Adventure Time videos with my son. Such is the power of kids' cartoons. SOME kids' cartoons, I hasten to add. Many are terrible. Caillou, I'm...
Early on in Nguyen’s debut novel, The Sympathizer, our conflicted protagonist recalls himself as a teenager, masturbating with the aid of a dead...
If you wander the shelves in the library you can come across so many unique books. I wanted to share some of the really interesting formats and styles that I have found along the way.
The culinary arts have never been my forte. I consider putting together a basic casserole to be a great personal achievement. In an effort to improve my beginner-level cooking skills, I have assembled a list of cookbooks that are great for a...
Love steampunk? Love making things yourself? Check out these great DIY steampunk books.
If you are in the process of planning a wedding, you probably know that costs can add up very quickly. For those that are taking a do-it-yourself (DIY) approach, there are a lot of great resources at the library that can help guide you through...
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