Celebrating Culture
Nova Scotia is home to a diverse community of people representing more than 100 cultures and ethnicities from all over the globe. Halifax Public Libraries is shaped by our community, and we aim to reflect the amazing traditions, experiences, accomplishments, and arts that create our shared story in Halifax. This page features a collection of reading lists, community-created content, events, virtual celebrations, and more. Check back often for new content.
June is National Indigenous History Month
This June, honour the rich history, diverse cultures, and remarkable contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.
Join us throughout the month as we highlight Indigenous voices through special library programs and collections. We invite you to reflect on, and deepen your understanding of Indigenous history and culture within our shared communities.
Celebrating Culture: All Upcoming Events
Multiple Dates
Multiple Locations
Here's what's coming up on our What's On Calendar for Communities & Culture events. We hope to see you soon!
Pride Writing Workshop & Open Mic
Jul 5th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Find your voice and have a chance to share it, too. Take part in a welcoming writing workshop with the Youth Project. Register now!
Strings of Heritage: Pipa & Erhu
Multiple Dates | May & June 2025
Multiple Locations
“Strings of Heritage" is a musical experience that blends the beauty of Chinese traditional music, storytelling, and hands-on interaction.
Lift Every Voice 10: African Heritage Month Musical Showcase
February 20, 2025
Lift Every Voice (10) is a showcase of amazing talent from our African Nova Scotian music community. Don't miss this special event.
Celebrating Culture: All Upcoming Events
Multiple Dates
Multiple Locations
Here's what's coming up on our What's On Calendar for Communities & Culture events. We hope to see you soon!
Pride Writing Workshop & Open Mic
Jul 5th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Find your voice and have a chance to share it, too. Take part in a welcoming writing workshop with the Youth Project. Register now!
Strings of Heritage: Pipa & Erhu
Multiple Dates | May & June 2025
Multiple Locations
“Strings of Heritage" is a musical experience that blends the beauty of Chinese traditional music, storytelling, and hands-on interaction.
Lift Every Voice 10: African Heritage Month Musical Showcase
February 20, 2025
Lift Every Voice (10) is a showcase of amazing talent from our African Nova Scotian music community. Don't miss this special event.
Nova Scotia Food Tour
Taste the local flavour with reads that celebrate Nova Scotia’s vibrant food scene and regional favourites.
Preston Area Black Communities
Explore the rich history and legacy of Preston’s Black communities with these insightful titles.
Read With Pride: YA Graphic Novels
Celebrate Pride with bold and beautiful YA graphic novels about identity, strength, and love.
Juneteenth: Children's Books
Introduce little ones to Juneteenth with moving stories of freedom, hope, and history.
Nova Scotia Food Tour
Taste the local flavour with reads that celebrate Nova Scotia’s vibrant food scene and regional favourites.
Preston Area Black Communities
Explore the rich history and legacy of Preston’s Black communities with these insightful titles.
Read With Pride: YA Graphic Novels
Celebrate Pride with bold and beautiful YA graphic novels about identity, strength, and love.
Juneteenth: Children's Books
Introduce little ones to Juneteenth with moving stories of freedom, hope, and history.
PressReader: Local and International News
Stay in touch with the news of the world. Access PressReader online—now available for at-home access.
In The Sunroom: Révangéline
On display from June 6 to July 17, 2025 in The Sunroom at Central Library, Révangéline by François Gaudet.
Anywhere, Anytime: Always-Available Travel Guides
Explore the world instantly with free Lonely Planet travel digital guides—always available to borrow with your Library card.
Cultural Bridges Through Poetry (Asian Heritage)
Enjoy selected poems from diverse voices across Asia, including "migrated woman, a grown toddler" written by staff member, Mahboubeh.
PressReader: Local and International News
Stay in touch with the news of the world. Access PressReader online—now available for at-home access.
In The Sunroom: Révangéline
On display from June 6 to July 17, 2025 in The Sunroom at Central Library, Révangéline by François Gaudet.
Anywhere, Anytime: Always-Available Travel Guides
Explore the world instantly with free Lonely Planet travel digital guides—always available to borrow with your Library card.
Cultural Bridges Through Poetry (Asian Heritage)
Enjoy selected poems from diverse voices across Asia, including "migrated woman, a grown toddler" written by staff member, Mahboubeh.