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!
Sackville Public Library's 50th Anniversary Celebration
Sep 26th | 10:30am - 2:30pm
Sackville Public Library is celebrating 50 years! Join us for music, games, refreshments, and fun for all ages.
Who Stole the Mona Lisa? A Talk by Lisa Rochon
Sep 23rd | 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Join bestselling author Lisa Rochon for a fascinating talk on The Paris Thief and the mystery of who stole the Mona Lisa.
Makers Gonna Make, part of a series
Join us every Wednesday after school to make something awesome! We'll provide everything you need to take part.
After School Clubs at Halifax Public Libraries
Ongoing
School’s out for the day—what’s next? Grab your friends and head to the Library! Find an after school club happening at a branch near you.
Sackville Public Library's 50th Anniversary Celebration
Sep 26th | 10:30am - 2:30pm
Sackville Public Library is celebrating 50 years! Join us for music, games, refreshments, and fun for all ages.
Who Stole the Mona Lisa? A Talk by Lisa Rochon
Sep 23rd | 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Join bestselling author Lisa Rochon for a fascinating talk on The Paris Thief and the mystery of who stole the Mona Lisa.
Makers Gonna Make, part of a series
Join us every Wednesday after school to make something awesome! We'll provide everything you need to take part.
After School Clubs at Halifax Public Libraries
Ongoing
School’s out for the day—what’s next? Grab your friends and head to the Library! Find an after school club happening at a branch near you.
Activities & Resources
Community Art Displays at the Library This Month
Nova Scotia's vibrant arts scene is showcased in many of our Library spaces each month. Learn more about what's currently on display!
In The Sunroom: Swallowed Whole
On display from August 23 – October 3, 2026 in The Sunroom at Central Library, Swallowed Whole by Rebecca Fisk.
In The Sunroom: Full Circle
On display from July 5 – August 15, 2026, in The Sunroom at Central Library, Full Circle by Judith Newman.
In The Sunroom: Out of Bounds
On display from May 21 – June 27, Out of Bounds: Passion and Tenacity in Art & Sport by Duane Jones and Andrea Tsang Jackson.
Community Art Displays at the Library This Month
Nova Scotia's vibrant arts scene is showcased in many of our Library spaces each month. Learn more about what's currently on display!
In The Sunroom: Swallowed Whole
On display from August 23 – October 3, 2026 in The Sunroom at Central Library, Swallowed Whole by Rebecca Fisk.
In The Sunroom: Full Circle
On display from July 5 – August 15, 2026, in The Sunroom at Central Library, Full Circle by Judith Newman.
In The Sunroom: Out of Bounds
On display from May 21 – June 27, Out of Bounds: Passion and Tenacity in Art & Sport by Duane Jones and Andrea Tsang Jackson.
In the Collection
Learn to Draw for Teens
Brush up on your artistic skills! Get started with this list of drawing books for teens.
Handmade Everything
Why buy it when you could make it? Find inspiration for making making your own beautiful, handcrafted treasures.
Learn to Draw and Doodle
Spark your creativity with beginner-friendly drawing and doodling reads that help you relax, focus, and fill pages with fun ideas.
March Break: Things to Make and Do
Looking for some fun activities to do this March Break? Get inspired by one of these books and have fun all week long.
Learn to Draw for Teens
Brush up on your artistic skills! Get started with this list of drawing books for teens.
Handmade Everything
Why buy it when you could make it? Find inspiration for making making your own beautiful, handcrafted treasures.
Learn to Draw and Doodle
Spark your creativity with beginner-friendly drawing and doodling reads that help you relax, focus, and fill pages with fun ideas.
March Break: Things to Make and Do
Looking for some fun activities to do this March Break? Get inspired by one of these books and have fun all week long.