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From Africa to Canada: The Clarke Family
Tracing one family’s journey from Africa to the Caribbean and on to Halifax—an intergenerational story of survival, migration, and place.
Heritage Day Holiday Hours
All locations and departments of Halifax Public Libraries will be closed on Monday, February 16 for Heritage Day.
Ramadan: Crafts & Events
Multiple Dates
Multiple Locations
Ramadan is the month of fasting for Muslims. At the Library, celebrate with crafted lanterns for your home, or get creative with henna art.
Valentine's Day: Craft Nights & Teen Nights
Multiple Dates
Adults, get crafty in your valentine's day prep with our craft making workshops, while teens can drop in for a heart-themed Teen Night!
From Africa to Canada: The Clarke Family
Tracing one family’s journey from Africa to the Caribbean and on to Halifax—an intergenerational story of survival, migration, and place.
Heritage Day Holiday Hours
All locations and departments of Halifax Public Libraries will be closed on Monday, February 16 for Heritage Day.
Ramadan: Crafts & Events
Multiple Dates
Multiple Locations
Ramadan is the month of fasting for Muslims. At the Library, celebrate with crafted lanterns for your home, or get creative with henna art.
Valentine's Day: Craft Nights & Teen Nights
Multiple Dates
Adults, get crafty in your valentine's day prep with our craft making workshops, while teens can drop in for a heart-themed Teen Night!
The Life and Times of Bookstores
Travel through centuries of bookshops, from historic Europe to modern cities around the world.
New Non-fiction: February 2026
Curious minds, this one’s for you. Discover new non-fiction titles hitting shelves this February.
African Heritage Month: Children's Books
Explore history, culture, and achievements with children’s books celebrating African Heritage Month.
Go for Gold: YA Sports Fiction
From fierce rivalries to personal wins, these YA sports novels bring teamwork, grit, and heart.
The Life and Times of Bookstores
Travel through centuries of bookshops, from historic Europe to modern cities around the world.
New Non-fiction: February 2026
Curious minds, this one’s for you. Discover new non-fiction titles hitting shelves this February.
African Heritage Month: Children's Books
Explore history, culture, and achievements with children’s books celebrating African Heritage Month.
Go for Gold: YA Sports Fiction
From fierce rivalries to personal wins, these YA sports novels bring teamwork, grit, and heart.
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