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Fair E-Content for Libraries Fair E-Content for Libraries

We need your help to fix the e-content problem in Canada. Help us demand great #eContentForLibraries from big publishers. Click through to…
We need your help to fix the e-content problem in Canada. Help us demand great #eContentForLibraries from big publishers. Click through to learn more and share your voice as part of this national campaign.
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The Color Purple: Related Resources The Color Purple: A Resource List

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This February & March, we're celebrating all things The Color Purple, including its many connections to Halifax past and present. Our series features special guests, film, discussions, and more. We've put together a list to help you prepare for this exciting series.
This February, we're celebrating all things The Color Purple, including its many connections to Halifax past and present.
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A Volunteer's Thoughts on Volunteering A Volunteer's Thoughts on Volunteering

By LibraryLife
Volunteers are an essential part of the Library. Here, Hugh shares his story of volunteering with the Library's English Language Learning program. “It’s all about finding connections. The Library offers a safe, inviting space for people new to Nova Scotia to learn and connect.”  
“It’s all about finding connections. The Library offers a safe, inviting space for people new to Nova Scotia to learn and connect.”  
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Jodie Foster Film Series Jodie Foster Film Series

Wednesdays in January, Jodie Foster is on the big screen at Halifax Central Library. Join us for free movie nights, from Nell to The…
Wednesdays in January, Jodie Foster is on the big screen at Halifax Central Library. Join us for free movie nights, featuring her best works, from Nell to The Silence of the Lambs.
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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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African Music & Culture with Toria Aidoo African Music & Culture with Toria Aidoo

Join Toria Aidoo, a music teacher from Ghana, at these special events weaving together storytelling, music, and the rich culture of Africa.
Join Toria Aidoo, a music teacher from Ghana, at these special events weaving together storytelling, music, and the rich culture of Africa.
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The Importance of Reading to Your Baby The Importance of Reading to Your Baby

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In honour of Family Literacy Day on Jan. 27, learn about the benefits of reading with your little one and tips to get started.
In honour of Family Literacy Day on Jan. 27, learn about the benefits of reading with your little one and tips to get started.
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African Cuisine Workshops African Cuisine Workshops

Discover the flavours of Africa with Chef Mary Nkrumah of Mary's African Cuisine at these free workshops. Register now.
Discover the flavours of Africa with Chef Mary Nkrumah of Mary's African Cuisine at these free workshops. Register now.
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Running with Rotary Cutter Running with Rotary Cutter

By LibrarySpaces
On display from Jan. 19-Mar. 2 in The Sunroom at Central Library, Running with Rotary Cutter features handmade quilts by Marilyn Smulders.
On display from Jan. 19-Mar. 2 in The Sunroom at Central Library, Running with Rotary Cutter features handmade quilts by Marilyn Smulders.
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HST Filing Frequencies: Who Cares? HST Filing Frequencies: Who Cares?

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A guest blog by Christy MacDonald, Clearview Business Services Corp. Christy shares insights into the benefits of planning your HST filing.
A guest blog by Christy MacDonald, Clearview Business Services Corp. Christy shares insights into the benefits of planning your HST filing.
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Nova Scotia's School to Prison Pipeline Nova Scotia's School to Prison Pipeline

Join The Objective for a gritty, documentary-style investigation exposing the impacts of the school-to-prison pipeline on Black lives.
Join The Objective for a gritty, documentary-style investigation exposing the impacts of the school-to-prison pipeline on Black lives.
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Accessible, Autism-Friendly Experiences Accessible, Autism-Friendly Experiences

By Our Community
This guest blog post by Autism Nova Scotia shares the many positive ways Autism Nova Scotia and the Library are working together.
This guest blog post by Autism Nova Scotia shares the many positive ways Autism Nova Scotia and the Library are working together.
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Atlantic Canadian Cookbooks Atlantic Canadian Cookbooks

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Explore and enjoy recipes from across Atlantic Canada.
Explore and enjoy recipes from across Atlantic Canada.
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It's All Greek to Me It's All Greek to Me

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Can't get enough of the Greek mythology crowd? Check out a book that is sure to leave you as happy as Euphrosyne, the Greek Goddess of Joy.
Can't get enough of the Greek mythology crowd? Check out a book that is sure to leave you as happy as Euphrosyne, the Greek Goddess of Joy.
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Food & Cooking Events Food & Cooking Events

Unleash your inner chef and get creative in the kitchen. Your Library has free workshops to feed your culinary mind (and your stomach).
Unleash your inner chef and get creative in the kitchen. Your Library has free workshops to feed your culinary mind (and your stomach).
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Episode 9: BoRap and Reel Talk Episode 9: BoRap and Reel Talk

This episode of the It Came From the Second Floor teen podcast has a little bit of everything—from Freddie Mercury to food security.
This episode of the It Came From the Second Floor teen podcast has a little bit of everything—from Freddie Mercury to food security.
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Sable Island Sable Island

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Read all about Sable Island, referred to as the "Graveyard of the Atlantic" for the numerous shipwrecks that have happened on its shores.
Read all about Sable Island, referred to as the "Graveyard of the Atlantic" for the numerous shipwrecks that have happened on its shores.
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