If Small Business Month 2018 (October) was any indication, small business in Nova Scotia is booming, under the management of the best and brightest minds. This October, we were fortunate to host events with many local leaders. Here's a round-up of their best tips for small business owners.
Keshen Goodman’s Outdoor Library is Underway
Following public consultations and plenty of community excitement, we're happy to tell you that renovation crews have landed at your Keshen Goodman Public Library. Over the coming weeks, construction will begin to create the foundation for what will become a beautiful outdoor library.
Cemeteries Downtown: Historical Halifax
Written by Kristine, Staff Member, Central Library | Cemeteries are as much about life as they are about death. They are a link to our past, quiet places where garden landscapes thrive, and they provide a visible reminder to cherish life while we have it.
Scary Staff Picks
We love curling up under a warm blanket with a mug of tea and a truly terrifying story. Here are some of our staff members' favourites. Happy hauntings!
Review: The Iron Trial
A review by Teen Blogger, Malk | Most people would do anything to get into the Magisterium and pass the Iron Trial. Not Callum Hunt. Callum Hunt does not want to be a magician. He has been told his whole life that he should never trust a magician. And so, he tries his best to do his worst—and fails at failing.
Resume Tips: From One Teen Job Applicant To Another
Written by Isabel, Technology Intern, Bedford Library (Summer 2018) | Whether you’re applying for your first job (or your fifth), taking the time and effort to write a complete, professional resume will show you’re serious about the position. Follow my guidelines and tips, and you can hopefully land yourself the job you want.
Lou Duggan Creative Studio: Learn, Discover, Create, Share
On September 9, 2018, family and friends of the late Lou Duggan gathered in the newly named Lou Duggan Creative Studio at Halifax Central Library. The room was filled with smiles, laughter, and a few tears, as Library staff and family alike reflected on Lou's life and legacy. Lou touched many lives—we're all part of Lou's Crew.
Love Your Library: Canadian Library Month 2018
Did you know that October is Canadian Library Month? This is an opportunity to reflect on the invaluable role that libraries play in the lives of Canadians across the country. Canadian libraries are doing some pretty cool things right now—from adding inspiring items to their collections, to reaching out with innovative programs.
Fall into Some of Our Favourite Fall Reads
Fall is here, and the reading is plentiful. Your busy summer has come to an end, and it is time to unwind with a good book. Library staff from our various branches have hand-picked a few favourites for you to enjoy this fall.
We’re Here to Stay, Eastern Passage
On September 6, 2018, Eastern Passage welcomed its new Library kiosk to the Tallahassee Recreation Centre, and community members got the chance to meet their new neighbour. The new kiosk serves as a Library resource for residents of Eastern Passage, offering a new way to borrow books.
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