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!
Paper Bag Princess Day
Multiple Dates | February-March
Multiple Locations
March 1 is Paper Bag Princess Day, celebrating the iconic children's book by Robert Munsch. Browse upcoming themed events around this day!
Abayomi Doll Craft
Feb 22nd | 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Learn about this beautiful African tradition while designing your unique doll using fabric, beads, and thread.
Kente Cloth Flower Pots
Feb 22nd | 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Decorate and paint a flower pot with beautiful patterns and designs inspired by Kente cloth. Register now!
Voices from Down Home: Artist Panel Discussion
Feb 27th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Five local artists share layered stories illuminating the strength and vibrancy of African Nova Scotian and Black Canadian life and identity
Paper Bag Princess Day
Multiple Dates | February-March
Multiple Locations
March 1 is Paper Bag Princess Day, celebrating the iconic children's book by Robert Munsch. Browse upcoming themed events around this day!
Abayomi Doll Craft
Feb 22nd | 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Learn about this beautiful African tradition while designing your unique doll using fabric, beads, and thread.
Kente Cloth Flower Pots
Feb 22nd | 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Decorate and paint a flower pot with beautiful patterns and designs inspired by Kente cloth. Register now!
Voices from Down Home: Artist Panel Discussion
Feb 27th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Five local artists share layered stories illuminating the strength and vibrancy of African Nova Scotian and Black Canadian life and identity
Activities & Resources
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 Sunroom: Bloom
On display from November 17 to December 28, 2024 in The Sunroom at Central Library, Bloom by Alice Jennex. Learn more about the exhibit.
In the Collection
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.
Decorating for the Holiday Season
Get into the holiday spirit with these guides filled with festive inspiration for crafting and decorating your home.
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.
Decorating for the Holiday Season
Get into the holiday spirit with these guides filled with festive inspiration for crafting and decorating your home.
