Art & Craft
Bring imagination to the table, and send something new into the world! Find events, guidebooks, and more to nurture your creative genius. Your Library is a space for makers and innovators of all kinds!
Teen Night: Braille Embroidery
Jan 6th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
In honour of World Braille Day (January 4), teens are invited to make embroidered braille pendants.
CommuniTEA
Monthly | 2:30-4:00pm
Take time to socialize with community members and enjoy coffee, tea, and snacks. Craft supplies also available!
Winter Solstice Cozy Time
Dec 20th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Celebrate the longest night of the year. This solstice, stop in for hot chocolate and carve out a moment of peace and reflection.
Live Painting with Judith Orr, part of a series
Dec 21st | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Drop in to watch and chat with local artist, Judith Orr, as she paints live! Judith's art is displayed at Cole Harbour Library for December.
Teen Night: Braille Embroidery
Jan 6th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
In honour of World Braille Day (January 4), teens are invited to make embroidered braille pendants.
CommuniTEA
Monthly | 2:30-4:00pm
Take time to socialize with community members and enjoy coffee, tea, and snacks. Craft supplies also available!
Winter Solstice Cozy Time
Dec 20th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Celebrate the longest night of the year. This solstice, stop in for hot chocolate and carve out a moment of peace and reflection.
Live Painting with Judith Orr, part of a series
Dec 21st | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Drop in to watch and chat with local artist, Judith Orr, as she paints live! Judith's art is displayed at Cole Harbour Library for December.
Activities & Resources
In The Sunroom: Extractions
On display from December 21, 2025 – January 31, 2026 in The Sunroom at Central Library, Extractions by Gerard McNeil.
Welcome Back, Keshen Goodman
Explore how Keshen Goodman’s major renovation created brighter spaces, better access, and new ways for the community to connect and grow.
Walls that Talk: Art & Identity in Library Spaces
From emerging painters to school groups, Library art displays celebrate local talent and turn shared space into vibrant community galleries.
Librarians in Disguise: Halloween 2025 Edition
Staff across our 14 branches levelled up Halloween 2025 with creative costumes inspired by books, memes and fairy tales.
In the Collection
Cozy Crafts
When the weather cools, creativity warms. Try knitting, crocheting, and crafting your way through the season.
Famous Architecture in Nova Scotia
From coast to city, explore the beauty and history behind Nova Scotia’s most iconic buildings.
Awesome Origami: Children's Books
Paper magic made easy—fun folding projects that inspire creativity and focus.
Awesome Origami: Children's Books
Origami is a Japanese art of paper folding to make three-dimensional creations. Get inspired with fun origami stories and how-to books!
Cozy Crafts
When the weather cools, creativity warms. Try knitting, crocheting, and crafting your way through the season.
Famous Architecture in Nova Scotia
From coast to city, explore the beauty and history behind Nova Scotia’s most iconic buildings.
Awesome Origami: Children's Books
Paper magic made easy—fun folding projects that inspire creativity and focus.
Awesome Origami: Children's Books
Origami is a Japanese art of paper folding to make three-dimensional creations. Get inspired with fun origami stories and how-to books!