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Light Therapy at the Library Light Therapy at the Library

By BeyondBooks
During these short and cold days of winter, feel free to (literally) borrow some daylight from us. Learn more about our Light Therapy stations and To-Go Lamps.
During these short and cold days of winter, feel free to (literally) borrow some daylight from us. Learn more about our Light Therapy…
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An Emphasis on Food Learning Halifax Public Libraries Adds Emphasis to Food Learning

This fall, the Library welcomed its new Food Literacy Specialist, Emily Glover. "Everyone has food memories and food stories from the past, so bringing the two together and adding the educational component will offer a great resource to our community."
This fall, the Library welcomed its new Food Literacy Specialist. Learn more about food-based programs and resources at the Library.
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Even More Local E-Books Even More Local E-Books

50 new local e-books have been added to our collection! Discover these and hundreds more for download through OverDrive.
50 new local e-books have been added to our collection! Discover these and hundreds more for download through OverDrive.
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2018 Cultural Showcase at Woodlawn 2018 Cultural Showcase at Woodlawn Public Library

By LibraryLife
Written by Jyoti, staff member, Woodlawn Public Library | As part of Culture Days 2018, we worked with community partners to showcase different aspects of multiculturalism through live performance, interactive displays, and delicious food. Look back on this wonderful celebration.
Written by Jyoti, staff member, Woodlawn Public Library | As part of Culture Days 2018, we worked with community partners to showcase…
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The Journey of a Book The Journey of a Book

By LibraryLife
Have you ever wondered how a book ends up on the shelf at your Library? We take you behind the scenes of our Collection Management Department to see how books are ordered, processed, and delivered. It's basically like an episode of How it's Made, the Library Edition.
Ever wondered how a book ends up on the shelf at your Library? We take you behind the scenes of our Collection Management Department to…
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Hogwarts Recommends Hogwarts Recommends

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Straight from the stacks of Hogwarts' Library: Madam Pince’s list of recommended reads for each house, from Gryffindor to Slytherin.
Straight from the stacks of Hogwarts' Library: Madam Pince’s list of recommended reads for each house, from Gryffindor to Slytherin.
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Keshen Goodman Interior Renovation News Keshen Goodman Interior Renovation News

Construction crews at Keshen Goodman Public Library are making room for new Self-Check Stations. The branch is, and will remain, open.
Construction crews at Keshen Goodman Public Library are making room for new Self-Check Stations. The branch is, and will remain, open.
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East Coast Carolling East Coast Carolling

Dash through the snow (or rain, or sun—it's the East Coast, after all) to a free Library performance by East Coast Carolling.
Dash through the snow (or rain, or sun—it's the East Coast, after all) to a free Library performance by East Coast Carolling.
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Jay Baruchel Talks Hockey at Central Jay Baruchel Talks Hockey at Central

By LibraryLife
Actor, author, and Montreal Canadiens fan, Jay Baruchel, visited Halifax Central Library to discuss hockey, family, and being Canadian.
Actor, author, and Montreal Canadiens fan, Jay Baruchel, visited Halifax Central Library to discuss hockey, family, and being Canadian.
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Live at the Library: Kyle Andrus Live at the Library: Kyle Andrus

By BeyondBooks
Kyle Andrus knows his way around a guitar, but was eager to try his hand at something new—so he borrowed a mandolin from the Library.
Kyle Andrus knows his way around a guitar, but was eager to try his hand at something new—so he borrowed a mandolin from the Library.
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Susan the Sketcher Sketches Ami McKay Susan the Sketcher Sketches Ami McKay

Susan the Sketcher ventured to Central Library to capture author Ami McKay as she discussed Half Spent Was the Night: A Witches' Yuletide.
Susan the Sketcher ventured to Central Library to capture author Ami McKay as she discussed Half Spent Was the Night: A Witches' Yuletide.
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Consumer Behaviour Consumer Behaviour

recommended by HfxPL_SmallBusiness
These books explore human behaviour and the choices we make.
These books explore human behaviour and the choices we make.
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Book Clubs: Get Digital with hoopla Book Clubs: Get Digital with hoopla

By BehindTheShelves
Always on the hunt for your book club's next great read? Join the hoopla Book Club Hub for e-books, audiobooks, planning tools, and more.
Always on the hunt for your book club's next great read? Join the hoopla Book Club Hub for e-books, audiobooks, planning tools, and more.
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Autism Tools: Borrow and Explore Autism Tools: Borrow and Explore

By BeyondBooks
Sensory Tools, Visual Tools, and Fidget Tools for individuals and families living with autism are available for borrowing and trying out.
Sensory Tools, Visual Tools, and Fidget Tools for individuals and families living with autism are available for borrowing and trying out.
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Episode 8: Bigger than Rasputin Episode 8: Bigger than Rasputin

ICFTSF Podcast: This episode, we hear a live musical performance, discuss Overwatch & Team Fortress 2, and look at all things Bob Marley.
ICFTSF Podcast: This episode, we hear a live musical performance, discuss Overwatch & Team Fortress 2, and look at all things Bob Marley.
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The Cookbook Book Club The Cookbook Book Club

If leafing through a gorgeous, glossy cookbook is one of your favourite things, then this Book Club at Alderney Gate is just right for you.
If leafing through a gorgeous, glossy cookbook is one of your favourite things, then this Book Club at Alderney Gate is just right for you.
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