Events

After becoming a mother, the capacity for growth and change of the body resulted in new explorations of contemporary figurative watercolour paintings in Alice Jennex's series of 2D works on paper.

By combining imagery of lush Nova Scotian…

The Bedford Library has a special visitor, who has come all the way from the North Pole!

When you visit the Library throughout the month of December, see if you can spot our new friend. If you do spy the elf, be sure to fill out a…

Need a little Christmas (right this very minute)? Make a tiny woven stocking to hang!

Every month, we'll have craft kits for teens to take home. Although they are only listed here for the first week of the month, they will likely be…

Celebrate the winter season with the staff of the Creative Studio! We'll have crafts, snacks, music, friends, and fun. 

Come find out why the Lou Duggan Creative Studio is your new favourite spot.

This event is held in the Lou Duggan…

Join us after school for a fun filled afternoon.

We'll have arts, crafts, computers, video games, and lots of fun with friends. Bring your creativity and imagination, and we'll provide the rest.

Ages 7-12

Calling all teens!

Come by the Library to connect with friends, explore new hobbies, and discover hidden talents. Whether you love gaming, crafting, or just hanging out, there’s something for everyone.

See you there!

Teens, drop into the Media Studio on the second floor to get creative and make some noise!

We've got guitars, bass, drums, keys, synths, mics, and a bunch of other things for you to experiment with.

No musical experience required.

Have you met the Boys and Girls Club (BGC) Youth Outreach Worker?

Pop in and visit Rebeccah's table for the latest with the BGC, as well as information on health and wellness, services and support - all youth-centered.

Join us each week to play games, eat snacks, hang with friends, or just relax. Each week will be something new and we'll provide everything you need to participate.

Winter Solstice is fast approaching, and with it, the holiday season! Come…

Come have a blast, try something new, and make new friends.

It's where you need to be on Thursday evenings.

Ages 8-12

Rated PG | 2005 | 1h 39min

In Christmas With the Kranks, Luther Krank (Tim Allen) and his wife Nora (Jamie Lee Curtis) decide to skip Christmas as their daughter is away, much to the chagrin of their neighbours. When their…

You've reached the top of Library programming - Top Teens!

Same day of the week, but with a new name and fresh activities. Your opinions and ideas meshed with the Library are sure to create a Top Teens Thursday evening!

We're talking…

Do you want to learn to play this ancient game of strategy and skill? Do you want to hone your skills and meet folks in your neighbourhood who share your interests? Then come out to the weekly chess drop-in.

No registration required.

All…

The Central Library's Teen Department is throwing a winter party, and YOU are invited.

Teen Night is taking over Paul O'Regan Hall for this two-hour drop-in party. We will have music, dancing, games, crafts, snacks, and a Polaroid photo…

Since 2005, holiday harmonies have been happening in the Halifax Regional Municipality with the company of singers known as East Coast Carolling. With jaunty jingles and whimsical seasonal selections, this December keeps them connected to…

Join us for a night of fun, games, food, and friends! 

Enjoy board games, video games, and tasty snacks. Bring your friends or make new ones. Don't miss out!

Ages 12-18

Practice English and make new friends by joining the Dartmouth Newcomer Choir! This fall, we are excited to host the Dartmouth Newcomer Choir at Alderney Gate Public Library on the second Thursday of each month.

If you want to try it…

Whether you're a beginner or an expert, bring your knitting or other needlecraft to the Library every Thursday night. You'll enjoy a hot beverage and warm conversation with other knit nuts and crafting enthusiasts.

Expert knitters will be…

Central Library’s Newcomer Café gives adults who have recently arrived in Canada a chance to connect with others in the newcomer community.

Come meet new people, practice your English, and play our winter holiday trivia game!

Newcomer Café…

Drop-in for an evening of stitchery and conversation.

You'll have an opportunity to share patterns, stitches, yarn, advice, and projects while drawing inspiration from the Library's crafty resources. 

Everyone is welcome.

This weekly…