Science & Environment
Science and environment are woven into every minute of everyday life. We create, nurture, and expand our understanding of our world through thoughts and actions every day. Exploration is not limited to size: you can find wonder in a grain of sand or a whole galaxy. Your Library is a launch point for growth and discovery—check out our collection of books, videos, activities, and events to start a new scientific, environmental journey.
Your climate change resource.
Wherever you are on your journey of climate action, your Library is here for you.
On your resource page, we'll collect a variety of links leading you to positive action plans and news. We'll help you to deepen your knowledge of climate issues and connect you with local leaders and activities.
Code Club for Kids, part of a series
We try a mix of fun on-screen and off-screen games, activities, and challenges each session. Registration is enouraged!
STEAM Team Series
Spring 2026
Hey kids, join us at the Library for some fun with science, technology, engineering, art, and math! Register for new sessions every week.
Let's Get Growing! Free Gardening Events
Multiple Dates
Multiple Locations
From seed swaps to transplanting tips and tricks, gardening workshops are popping up at Halifax Public Libraries this spring.
Red Sky in the Morning: Snowstorms That Made Headlines
From horse-drawn sleighs to White Juan, explore Halifax and Dartmouth’s biggest snowstorms—and quietly hope this winter doesn’t take notes.
Code Club for Kids, part of a series
We try a mix of fun on-screen and off-screen games, activities, and challenges each session. Registration is enouraged!
STEAM Team Series
Spring 2026
Hey kids, join us at the Library for some fun with science, technology, engineering, art, and math! Register for new sessions every week.
Let's Get Growing! Free Gardening Events
Multiple Dates
Multiple Locations
From seed swaps to transplanting tips and tricks, gardening workshops are popping up at Halifax Public Libraries this spring.
Red Sky in the Morning: Snowstorms That Made Headlines
From horse-drawn sleighs to White Juan, explore Halifax and Dartmouth’s biggest snowstorms—and quietly hope this winter doesn’t take notes.
Pollinator-Friendly Gardens
Healthy ecosystems depend on pollinators like butterflies, birds, and bees. Learn how to grow a garden to delight these essential creatures.
Into the Unknown: True Tales of Exploration and Discovery
These gripping true stories—from polar journeys to deep sea descents—highlight the courage, curiosity, and resilience driving exploration.
Gardening Books to Dig into this Spring
Have your garden blooming in no time with these recently added gardening books and online magazines.
Earth Day: Children's Books
Earth Day is on April 22! Celebrate all month long with this selection of children's books that focus on nature and environmental issues.
Pollinator-Friendly Gardens
Healthy ecosystems depend on pollinators like butterflies, birds, and bees. Learn how to grow a garden to delight these essential creatures.
Into the Unknown: True Tales of Exploration and Discovery
These gripping true stories—from polar journeys to deep sea descents—highlight the courage, curiosity, and resilience driving exploration.
Gardening Books to Dig into this Spring
Have your garden blooming in no time with these recently added gardening books and online magazines.
Earth Day: Children's Books
Earth Day is on April 22! Celebrate all month long with this selection of children's books that focus on nature and environmental issues.
Have you heard of the 30 x 30 plan?
The Razor Science Show explains the global plan to secure our future. Our ocean plays a star role in it.
How well do you know your A-B-Seas?
We live and breathe the sea every day. How well do we know it? Memorial University made Vitamin Sea, "a bi-weekly dose of marine education."
DIY at Home: The Science Nebula Video Series
In 2020, Jenani Venkat, a teen volunteer and Society Shaper, turned her passion into The Science Nebula, a series of nine how-to videos.
Science Time: Rain Cloud in a Jar with Jen
Rain, rain...come our way? In this hands-on project, Jen (and a very special assistant) shows how to create a bit of spring rain indoors.
Have you heard of the 30 x 30 plan?
The Razor Science Show explains the global plan to secure our future. Our ocean plays a star role in it.
How well do you know your A-B-Seas?
We live and breathe the sea every day. How well do we know it? Memorial University made Vitamin Sea, "a bi-weekly dose of marine education."
DIY at Home: The Science Nebula Video Series
In 2020, Jenani Venkat, a teen volunteer and Society Shaper, turned her passion into The Science Nebula, a series of nine how-to videos.
Science Time: Rain Cloud in a Jar with Jen
Rain, rain...come our way? In this hands-on project, Jen (and a very special assistant) shows how to create a bit of spring rain indoors.