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!
World Origami Day: Events at the Library
Multiple Dates | Multiple Times
Multiple Library Branches
Did you know that Nov. 11 is World Origami Day? Try your hand at folding your own colourful creation at a select Library branch near you!
Makers Gonna Make: Leo Lionni-Inspired Art
Nov 18th | 3:30pm - 4:30pm
November is Picture Book Month! Join us to celebrate by creating art inspired by author and illustrator, Leo Lionni.
Common Threads: Fibre Arts Drop-in, part of a series
Calling all handcrafters of every kind! Are you looking for a friendly place to sit and stitch? Join us!
Scribble & Script: Monthly Stationery Meet-up, part of a series
Nov 29th | 10:00am - 12:00pm
It’s the perfect chance to enjoy some dedicated time to catch up in your planner, write snail mail, journal, or scrapbook in good company.
World Origami Day: Events at the Library
Multiple Dates | Multiple Times
Multiple Library Branches
Did you know that Nov. 11 is World Origami Day? Try your hand at folding your own colourful creation at a select Library branch near you!
Makers Gonna Make: Leo Lionni-Inspired Art
Nov 18th | 3:30pm - 4:30pm
November is Picture Book Month! Join us to celebrate by creating art inspired by author and illustrator, Leo Lionni.
Common Threads: Fibre Arts Drop-in, part of a series
Calling all handcrafters of every kind! Are you looking for a friendly place to sit and stitch? Join us!
Scribble & Script: Monthly Stationery Meet-up, part of a series
Nov 29th | 10:00am - 12:00pm
It’s the perfect chance to enjoy some dedicated time to catch up in your planner, write snail mail, journal, or scrapbook in good company.
Activities & Resources
Librarians in Disguise: Halloween 2025 Edition
Staff across our 14 branches levelled up Halloween 2025 with creative costumes inspired by books, memes and fairy tales.
In The Sunroom: Small Strides
On display from November 2 – December 13, 2025 in The Sunroom at Central Library, Small Strides, by B Mosher.
Meet Moriah! Lou Duggan Creative Studio Librarian Intern
Meet Moriah, our new Lou Duggan Creative Studio Librarian Intern. Learn about her journey, interests, and sustainable approach to creating!
Sunroom: Conquest, Identity, & The Violence of Belonging
On display from September 14 – October 25, 2025 in The Sunroom at Central Library, art by Uriel Guerrero-Aconcha. Learn more.
In the Collection
Famous Architecture in Nova Scotia
From coast to city, explore the beauty and history behind Nova Scotia’s most iconic buildings.
Awesome Origami: Children's Books
Paper magic made easy—fun folding projects that inspire creativity and focus.
Cozy Crafts
When the weather cools, creativity warms. Try knitting, crocheting, and crafting your way through the season.
Awesome Origami: Children's Books
Origami is a Japanese art of paper folding to make three-dimensional creations. Get inspired with fun origami stories and how-to books!
Famous Architecture in Nova Scotia
From coast to city, explore the beauty and history behind Nova Scotia’s most iconic buildings.
Awesome Origami: Children's Books
Paper magic made easy—fun folding projects that inspire creativity and focus.
Cozy Crafts
When the weather cools, creativity warms. Try knitting, crocheting, and crafting your way through the season.
Awesome Origami: Children's Books
Origami is a Japanese art of paper folding to make three-dimensional creations. Get inspired with fun origami stories and how-to books!