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Community Spotlight

Juno Award-winning fiddler and singer Morgan Toney, and bandmate Keith Mullins, perform live and share Mi'kmaq teachings behind the songs.
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Books & Company, part of a series

Storytime is for grown-ups, too! Relax with a book read aloud, tea, conversation, and discussion in good company.

Librarians in Disguise: 2026 Edition

Library Staff sure know how to get into the spirit of the Halloween season! Click through our gallery to look back on this year's fun.

37th Annual Ghost Story Contest Winners Announced!

Celebrate our 37th annual Ghost Story Contest winners! Read their chilling tales and experience the talent of young writers from across HRM.

The Ben Robertson Trio Presents: Songs of the Silver Screen

Nov 14th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Ben Robertson Trio play Songs of the Silver Screen, a collection of beloved songs from classic movies. Enjoy this musical delight!

The Art of Writing

Whether you are an experienced author or looking to get started, the Library has a wide range of titles to help guide and inspire you.

If You Liked... Girl in the Blue Coat by Monica Hesse

If you enjoyed Girl in the Blue Coat by Monica Hesse, these teen titles offer thoughtful perspectives on war, history, and displacement.

Work-Life Balance: Successful Career, Joyful Life

Find strategies to manage your time and resources, prioritize what matters most, and rebalance your life in a way that works for you.

New Fiction: November 2026

Curious about what's being published this month? Browse November's most anticipated fiction titles.