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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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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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Running with Rotary Cutter Running with Rotary Cutter

By LibrarySpaces
On display from Jan. 19-Mar. 5 in The Sunroom at Central Library, Running with Rotary Cutter features handmade quilts by Marilyn Smulders.
On display from Jan. 19-Mar. 5 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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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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Take Off with Rocket Languages Take Off with Rocket Languages

By BehindTheShelves
New year, new skill. Your library card is your free ticket to 15 language learning courses. Learn more about Rocket Languages.
New year, new skill. Your library card is your free ticket to 15 language learning courses. Learn more about Rocket Languages.
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Social Activism 101 Social Activism 101

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The news got you down? Here are some resources and books to help inspire you. Because even one person can make a difference.
The news got you down? Here are some resources and books to help inspire you. Because even one person can make a difference.
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CBC Books Winter Reading List CBC Books Winter Reading List

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CBC Books has created a list of 15 Canadian books to check out this winter. We've compiled them here for your convenience.
CBC Books has created a list of 15 Canadian books to check out this winter. We've compiled them here for your convenience.
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Your Small Business Plan Your Small Business Plan

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Guest blog by Canada Business Network | Stop dreaming, start planning. Tips for creating your perfect business plan.
Guest blog by Canada Business Network | Stop dreaming, start planning. Tips for creating your perfect business plan.
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