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A Q&A with Evelyn C. White A Q&A with Evelyn C. White, Author of Alice Walker: A Life

By Our Community

In honour of the Library’s The Color Purple event series, and Alice Walker’s 75th birthday (February 9), we sat down with Evelyn C. White, journalist, relatively new Haligonian, and official biographer of Alice Walker: A Life.

In honour of The Color Purple series, and Alice Walker’s 75th birthday, we sat down with Evelyn C. White, author of Alice Walker: A Life.

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International Mother Language Day International Mother Language Day

Feb 24th | 2:00pm - 5:30pm

Central Library

Cultural performances, speakers, and ceremony will mark this important date and promote the importance of multilingualism and diversity.

Cultural performances, speakers, and ceremony will mark this important date and promote the importance of multilingualism and diversity.

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What is the Cultural Access Pass? What is the Cultural Access Pass?

By DidYouKnow

This program for newcomers will help you explore all Canada has to offer—free. Learn more, and pick yours up at the Library today.

This program for newcomers will help you explore all Canada has to offer—free. Learn more, and pick yours up at the Library today.

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The Color Purple: Related Resources The Color Purple: A Resource List

recommended by HfxPL_Adults

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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Heritage Day Holiday Hours Heritage Day Holiday Hours

All branches of Halifax Public Libraries will be closed Monday, February 18 for Heritage Day.

All branches of Halifax Public Libraries will be closed Monday, February 18 for Heritage Day.

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Keshen Goodman Interior Renovation News Keshen Goodman Interior Renovation News

In late February, there will be some construction activity inside the Library as we change our layout to serve you better.

In late February, there will be some construction activity inside the Library as we change our layout to serve you better.

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Sexual & Reproductive Health Awareness Sexual & Reproductive Health Awareness

By BehindTheShelves

SRH Week takes place this year from Feb. 11-15. Get educated with this resource list of items, found at your Library and online.

SRH Week takes place this year from Feb. 11-15. Get educated with this resource list of items, found at your Library and online.

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African Heritage Non-Fiction for Kids African Heritage Non-Fiction for Kids

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These African Heritage non-fiction picks for kids tell important stories that have changed history.

These African Heritage non-fiction picks for kids tell important stories that have changed history.

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Fighting the Blues and Facing the Light Fighting the Blues and Facing the Light

By BeyondBooks

Dexter Nyuurnibe, a student at NSCC, turns to Light Therapy at Halifax Public Libraries to help combat the winter blues.

Dexter Nyuurnibe, a student at NSCC, turns to Light Therapy at Halifax Public Libraries to help combat the winter blues.

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Nova Scotia Heritage Day 2019 Nova Scotia Heritage Day 2019

By LocalHistory

For Nova Scotia Heritage Day 2019, the art and life of folk artist, Maud Lewis, will be celebrated.

For Nova Scotia Heritage Day 2019, the art and life of folk artist, Maud Lewis, will be celebrated.

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Building a History Building a History

By LocalHistory

Many of us wish we knew more about the history of our homes, and the buildings we see and visit every day. Do you want to learn about them?

Many of us wish we knew more about the history of our homes, and the buildings we see and visit every day. Do you want to learn about them?

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African Heritage Picture Books African Heritage Picture Books

recommended by HfxPL_Kids

Enjoy these picture books for kids, written by authors of African Descent.

Enjoy these picture books for kids, written by authors of African Descent.

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African Heritage Month Opening Night African Heritage Month Opening Night

On January 24, the Black History Month Association & Halifax Public Libraries celebrated the beginning of African Heritage Month in Halifax.

On January 24, the Black History Month Association & Halifax Public Libraries celebrated the beginning of African Heritage Month in Halifax.

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Psychology Month Events Psychology Month Events

Learn more about your brain, and tools and tactics to help improve daily life at events with the Association of Psychologists Nova Scotia.

Learn more about your brain, and tools and tactics to help improve daily life at events with the Association of Psychologists Nova Scotia.

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Astounding Film Comedies of the 1930s Astounding Film Comedies of the 1930s

By LibraryLife

Library staff member, Matthew, shares his love for 1930s film comedies with this blog detailing the razzle-dazzle of this cinematic era.

Library staff member, Matthew, shares his love for 1930s film comedies with this blog detailing the razzle-dazzle of this cinematic era.

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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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