Events
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Drop into the Teen Area for an afternoon of racing! Bring a friend or two and challenge each other to a game of Mario Cart. Who will be the fastest around the track?
No experience is necessary.
Ages 12+
Drop-in to enjoy a social afternoon at the Library while playing Bridge with other local enthusiasts.
All levels of experience are welcome.
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Kids will get to flex their engineering and coding skills using LEGO Spike Prime kits. Build with LEGO bricks, then use drag-and-drop coding to turn your creation into a moving bot.
Space is limited and registration is required.
Ages…
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Calling all those in grades 5-6! You are invited to our paint party.
It's not just any old painting party, we are talking about a fun guided art session, complete with choose your own refreshing drink. Grab a friend, sign up, and we…
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Challenge yourself to build LEGO creations to complete your bingo card and win prizes!
This event encourages creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork while offering a unique and engaging way for kids to enjoy their March Break at the…
Community Café
CancelledRelax at the Library and join us for tea, coffee, and snacks. Take some time to socialize with other community members.
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Halifax magician and Actual Wizard, Vincenzo Ravina, will show you some weird and wonderful things in his unusual magic show.
He will bestow luck to the unlucky, test out his Coincidence Machine, and try to divine the future.
Free…
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Join Halifax Shimmy Mob, a small, volunteer, amateur dance team that fundraises for local domestic violence programs. Halifax Shimmy Mob is the Halifax Chapter of a larger international movement to address gender-based…
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Are you feeling Golden? Join us at the Library for a KPop Demon Hunters party!
We will listen to the hits from the movie and make KPop accessories. Dress-up is optional.
Age 5+
Rated G | 1945 | 1h 49min
Welcome to Halifax Central Library's Tuesday afternoon movie screening!
Today we will be screening Mildred Pierce, starring Joan Crawford, Jack Carson, Zachary Scott, Eve Arden, and Ann Blyth. A determined…
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Join us for a spectacular adventure into the world of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) as we blast off into Outer Space! We'll work as teams to engineer sturdy spacecraft, and we'll put our computer science skills to…
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Do you have what it takes to complete our silly challenges in just 60 seconds?
Registration required.
Ages 8+
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Learn what coding is and how to use a micro:bit to code an animation, make a pedometer, and code the Rock, Paper, Scissors game.
No previous experience necessary. Bring a laptop or use one of ours.
Ages 8-12
Afterschool Drop-in
CancelledJoin us at the Library for a fun and engaging after-school program designed for kids! Each session features a hands-on activity that encourages creativity, curiosity, and connection. We often explore arts and crafts projects, but sometimes…
Study Buddies for Newcomers
CancelledStudy Buddies for Newcomer Youth is a partnership program with the YMCA Centre for Immigrant Programs that offers a safe and friendly environment with free tutoring in all school subjects. It's also a chance to practice fun, conversational…
The Inbetweeners
CancelledCalling 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
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"…
Tarot card reading is a form of fortune telling that uses a deck of cards with elaborate drawings. Cards are drawn and interpreted, often in answer to a question.
You’ll get to have a quick reading done, learn about the art of Tarot…
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…
Rated 14A | 2017 | 1h 34min
Join us for a craft-friendly movie night, where we leave the lights on so you can see your work in progress.
Grab your knitting, crochet, cross-stitch, embroidery, sketchbook, spinning, or any…