Art & Craft

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!

Canadian Children's Book Week: Lindsay Ruck

Apr 30th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Nova Scotian author, Lindsay Ruck, celebrates the beauty in every colour through her children’s rhyming picture book, My Favourite Colour.

The Fabric of Our DNA Award Ceremony & Runway Show

May 2nd | 7:30pm - 9:30pm
Come together to recognize and celebrate the power of Black dandyism and its global impact on fashion. Reserve your free ticket now!

What's On for Easter: All Events

Multiple Dates | Multiple Times
Multiple Locations
Hippity hop, we're your go-to stop! Browse upcoming Easter events happening at the Library, and help welcome in the season.

Bedford Crafters: Rug Hooking & Community Knitting

Tuesdays & Wednesdays
Join us for friendly, casual rug hooking circles on Tuesday mornings and knitting clubs on Wednesday afternoons. All skill levels welcome.

Activities & Resources

In The Sunroom: we don’t have much in common anymore

On display from March 2 to April 12, 2025 in The Sunroom at Central Library, we don’t have much in common anymore by Christie Melville.

Our AHM 2025 T-Shirt: Celebrating Black Brilliance

Discover Halifax Public Libraries’ AHM 2025 t-shirt design, celebrating Black brilliance, resilience, and legacy every day of the year.

Hooked on Rugs: Weaving History into Every Loop

Discover the rich history and modern revival of rug hooking in Atlantic Canada, and learn how you can take part at Halifax Public Libraries.

In The Sunroom: Faces of the Diaspora

On display from January 12 to February 22, 2025 in The Sunroom at Central Library, Faces of the Diaspora by Daramfon Morgan.

In the Collection

COLOUR-ful Covers: Picture Books

Discover bright, bold, and beautiful picture books bursting with colourful covers and delightful stories.

Judge a Book by its Cover

Treat your eyes and your imagination with books that are as visually stunning as they are brilliant.

New Year, No Clutter

Conquer clutter and transform your space with practical tips from these home organization books.

Maritime Cozy

Stay cozy with this collection of comforting recipes and crafts from Atlantic Canada.
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