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.
Presentation: 6 Day Zoo
Multiple Dates This Summer
Fun, educational, and exotic. The 6 Day Zoo will present a wide variety of reptiles and mammals from all over the world!
Small Steps, Big Impact: Earth Month at the Library
Multiple Dates | April 2025
Multiple Locations
When there is trouble, we answer the call. This is your invitation to celebrate our earth and act on climate together—browse free events.
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.
The Science of Kinetic Sand
For crafty minds, here's a simple recipe for Kinetic Sand, a sand you can easily mold and create shapes with.
Presentation: 6 Day Zoo
Multiple Dates This Summer
Fun, educational, and exotic. The 6 Day Zoo will present a wide variety of reptiles and mammals from all over the world!
Small Steps, Big Impact: Earth Month at the Library
Multiple Dates | April 2025
Multiple Locations
When there is trouble, we answer the call. This is your invitation to celebrate our earth and act on climate together—browse free events.
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.
The Science of Kinetic Sand
For crafty minds, here's a simple recipe for Kinetic Sand, a sand you can easily mold and create shapes with.
Outdoor Adventures for the Whole Family
Spark family fun with stories and guides that bring everyone outdoors for play, discovery, and connection.
Upcycling
Transform old items into treasures with inspiring reads on furniture fixes, clothing hacks, and creative reuse.
Nova Scotia in Bloom
Celebrate our native plants with reads about local gardens, flowers, and wild landscapes.
STEM Study Guides & Workbooks
Level up your grades with these fresh, teen-friendly STEM guides made to boost your skills.
Outdoor Adventures for the Whole Family
Spark family fun with stories and guides that bring everyone outdoors for play, discovery, and connection.
Upcycling
Transform old items into treasures with inspiring reads on furniture fixes, clothing hacks, and creative reuse.
Nova Scotia in Bloom
Celebrate our native plants with reads about local gardens, flowers, and wild landscapes.
STEM Study Guides & Workbooks
Level up your grades with these fresh, teen-friendly STEM guides made to boost your skills.
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.