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!
Grown-Up Summer Camp, part of a series
Don't let the kids have all the fun this summer! Grown-Up Summer Camp gives adults the chance to enjoy activities they enjoyed growing up.
The Lounge, part of a series
Thursdays hit different in the Teen Zone. Try out new crafts, games, or just hang out with friends. We'll have snacks and good vibes.
Books & Brushes, part of a series
Get creative at the Library! Teens, join us every Friday this summer for a fun afternoon of crafting inspired by your favourite books.
Take & Make: World Friendship Day Cards
Jul 27th | 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Celebrate World Friendship Day on July 30 with a DIY pop-up card project. Kits include a glue stick, crayons, and cardstock!
Grown-Up Summer Camp, part of a series
Don't let the kids have all the fun this summer! Grown-Up Summer Camp gives adults the chance to enjoy activities they enjoyed growing up.
The Lounge, part of a series
Thursdays hit different in the Teen Zone. Try out new crafts, games, or just hang out with friends. We'll have snacks and good vibes.
Books & Brushes, part of a series
Get creative at the Library! Teens, join us every Friday this summer for a fun afternoon of crafting inspired by your favourite books.
Take & Make: World Friendship Day Cards
Jul 27th | 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Celebrate World Friendship Day on July 30 with a DIY pop-up card project. Kits include a glue stick, crayons, and cardstock!
Activities & Resources
Pantone & Publishing Series: Mocha Mousse 17-1230
Mocha Mousse is the 2025 Pantone Colour of the Year. Savour this warm rich brown hue with Mocha Mousse inspired covers from our collection.
In The Sunroom: Révangéline
On display from June 6 to July 17, 2025 in The Sunroom at Central Library, Révangéline by François Gaudet.
Meet Solitha Shortte: The Visionary Behind Fabric of Our DNA
Fashion icon Solitha Shortte shares her story and how she’s bringing community, culture and Black Dandyism to Halifax Central Library.
In The Sunroom: The Art of The Book Witch
On display from April 19 to May 31, 2025 in The Sunroom, The Art of The Book Witch - The Wee White Dog & The Little Free Library.
In the Collection
Plein Air: Art Outdoors
Get inspired outside with books that celebrate the joy of creating art in fresh air and natural light.
Black Dandyism and its Global Impact on Fashion
Reading list inspired by The Fabric of Our DNA fashion show event, May 2, 2025 at Central Library honouring trailblazers in the industry.
COLOUR-ful Covers: Picture Books
Discover bright, bold, and beautiful picture books bursting with colourful covers and delightful stories.
Judge a Book by its Cover
Treat your eyes and your imagination with books that are as visually stunning as they are brilliant.
Plein Air: Art Outdoors
Get inspired outside with books that celebrate the joy of creating art in fresh air and natural light.
Black Dandyism and its Global Impact on Fashion
Reading list inspired by The Fabric of Our DNA fashion show event, May 2, 2025 at Central Library honouring trailblazers in the industry.
COLOUR-ful Covers: Picture Books
Discover bright, bold, and beautiful picture books bursting with colourful covers and delightful stories.
Judge a Book by its Cover
Treat your eyes and your imagination with books that are as visually stunning as they are brilliant.