Books and libraries hold a special place in our heart. These are some favourite quotes about these community and literary treasures.
Short Stories for the Win
When your mind is overflowing, or slowed down to a crawl, a novel can feel like a monumental task. But a short story can usually be read in one sitting. It’s a mini-escape and at the end, you feel like you’ve accomplished something. So check that off your list and pat yourself on the back. Bonus: Next time you can travel on another, completely different escape. Here are some suggestions.
Halifax Municipal Archives: Explore History With Digitized Content
Did you know, Halifax Municipal Archives’ electronic database is fully searchable online? While only a small fraction of the Archives’ complete holdings are digitized, you can use an advanced search option to take a look at only those records which have been scanned and uploaded to the web.
Searching the database is a bit like reading a Wikipedia article. It's easy to explore—just click on something new, and another, and then another!
Women and War: WWII Fiction
Heartache, homesickness, horror, and hope all intermingle in stories of women in war. Here, Darcy shares some of her favourite selections from our collection.
Creative Ideas and Resources
Anyone can learn a new skill or hobby. You don't need fancy tools or supplies; all you need is the willingness to try something new and be a little silly. Whether you're just getting started, or you're looking for fresh ideas and techniques, check out these activities, or our E-Library for some creative inspiration.
Super Mario Mushroom Craft Tutorial
Video games? Crafts? Super Mario? Mushrooms? What's not to love?! Make your own Super Mario Mushroom, right here! We even have a pattern for you.
Let’s Say “Thank You” to Essential Workers
There are a lot of people to thank right now. While many of us are staying home, there are some people with really important jobs who are still going to work. These people are called "essential workers." Let's thank them together.
3 Movie Buffs Share Their Kanopy Picks
We recently added a very cool new resource to our online collection, the video streaming service Kanopy.
We’ve reached out to a pair of local film writers for some themed suggestions, and have also put together our own list for lovers of literature.
How To: Find Up-To-Date Health Information with the Health & Wellness Resource Center
How can I improve my mental health? Are antioxidants actually effective? What dietary habits are associated with developing diabetes? Gale’s Health & Wellness Resource Center is your one-stop shop for these and other health-related questions. This useful tool is available to you, free, in our E-Library.
Make (or Print) Your Own Journal
Are you the next Robert Munsch or Judy Bloom? Get your writing juices flowing with prompts and a journal-making how-to from our Children's Services team.
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