Events

Join us for all things textile in this DIY sewing and needlework drop-in. You can sew or stitch to your heart’s content. We have sewing machines and a serger, as well as lots of embroidery, knitting (including a yarn winder), crochet,…

Drop by our open studio times and settle in with an independent creative project of your choosing. We have a wide variety of state-of-the-art technology and creative equipment, including Cricut cutters, sewing machines, fibre art,…

Do you have a shiny new piece of tech but you’re not sure how to use it? Need a little help figuring out how to download an e-book, set up an e-mail address, or use Word?

Drop by to ask general technology questions, get assistance with your…

Treat your little one to the experience of books, rhymes, songs, and the excitement of group play.

A caregiver must be present.

Ages 0-36 months, and caregivers.

Free tickets will be given out 30 minutes before the start time.

Drop in for a morning of play, songs, stories, rhymes, and music. Caregivers will have a chance to connect with one another while the little ones play.

Ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Older siblings are also welcome to attend.

In this program, babies hear stories, songs, rhymes, and interact with other babies.

Parents and caregivers learn new songs and fun things to do with baby, plus have some social time with other grown-ups.

Ages 0-18 months and…

Drop in for stories, songs, rhymes, and playtime fun for tots. Enjoy time to connect with other caregivers while children play together.

Ages 2-5. Siblings of any age are welcome.

This event takes place every Tuesday.

Have fun with your little ones while reading stories, singing songs, sharing rhymes, and dancing! 

Ages 0-5

This program runs every Tuesday from September 10 to November 19.

There will be no program on October 1 and October…

Meet other caregivers for coffee, tea, and conversation while your baby, tot, or preschooler plays.

Older siblings of any age are welcome to attend.

Learn about Happipad's home sharing platform, created to connect homeowners with vetted, compatible renters.

Happipad matches two compatible people - a host and a renter - into a mutually beneficial living arrangement. You do not need a…

Get "hooked" on rug making every Tuesday afternoon with a fun group of rug hookers. 

You can come share your rug-hooked works and techniques, or simply come chat and appreciate the art.

In partnership with the Eastern Shore Matters

Rated 14A  | 2023 | 1h 52min

Welcome to Take Tuesday, Halifax Central Library's Tuesday afternoon movie screening!

Today, we will be screening Air, starring Matt Damon, Ben Affleck, Jason Bateman, Marlon Wayans, Chris Messina, Chris…

If you enjoy playing cards and would like to learn the basics of Bridge, join us for this four-week program. 

This program is intended for people who are new to the game of Bridge but who are familiar with trick-taking card games.

Registration…

Do you love to make slime? Do your parents hate it when you make it in their kitchen? We've got the perfect solution.

Come make your slime at the Library! Dress for a mess.

Ages 5-11

Join us every Tuesday to make something…

School's out. Let's do something fun!

Drop by for a special activity and snack every Tuesday after school.

Ages 9-12

Calling all those in grades 5-6! 

We've created a program just for you. No littles, no teens, just the inbetweeners; the tweens; you!

Drop in each week for an hour of arts and crafts, games and activities, and much more.

Grades 5-6

Come on an adventure, explore, and make new friends in Neverwinter (and Sackville)!

No previous experience is needed. Adventurers of all skill levels are welcome.

Ages 10-12 

Registration is required.

This series will run weekly until…

Caregiver Support Groups are safe places for people in caregiving roles to come together regularly for mutual care and support. These confidential groups provide space to talk, listen, and share information, tips, and strategies.

Groups are…

Many Asian countries celebrate some version of an autumn festival around this time of year, known as the Mid-Autumn, Moon, or Mooncake Festival in China; Autumn Eve in Korea; the Children’s Festival in Vietnam; Moon Viewing in Japan; and…

Join us for a casual evening of art.

We have a variety of watercolours, acrylic paint, pastels, pencil crayons, paint pens, collage supplies, colouring sheets, and more. You can experiment with something new, or work with…