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Call for Submissions: African Heritage Month 2024 T-Shirt Design Contest
*CONTEST CLOSED * In honour of the 40th anniversary of African Heritage Month at Halifax Public Libraries in partnership with the Black History Month Association, we are inviting submissions for our...
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Celebrating Progress and Vision: Annual General Meeting 2022-23, and Halifax...
On November 22, 2023 we hosted our Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the year 2022-2023, marking a year of significant achievements and forward-looking initiatives. The AGM, led by Halifax Regional...
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Keshen Goodman Public Library: Upcoming Temporary Closure
Updated January 31, to include new planned reopening date Upcoming Temporary Closure From January 15 to February 11, 2024, Keshen Goodman Public Library will undergo a temporary closure to...
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Volunteers Needed for Youth Reading Support
If you love reading and children, consider becoming a volunteer tutor in the Children's Reading Support program. Just a small commitment of time can help a child build reading confidence and a love of...
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All About Library Closures
When one or more Library locations have to close—for a weather event, holiday, or another reason—many of our regular services are put on hold. To help you feel prepared, here are some answers to our...
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Closed for Heritage Day
, opens a new window Closed for Heritage Day All locations and departments of Halifax Public Libraries will be closed on Monday, February 19 for Heritage Day. The Library closes for all statutory and...
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Free Tax Clinics with Halifax Public Libraries
Throughout March and April, eligible community members will have the opportunity to have their tax returns done free of charge with Canada Revenue Agency's Community Volunteer Income Tax Program...
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Easter Holiday Hours
The Library is closed for the Easter holidays All branches and departments of Halifax Public Libraries will be closed for the Easter holiday on the following days: Friday, March 29 Sunday, March 31...
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The Countdown is On! Finishing Touches to Keshen Goodman Public Library Are...
From January to February 2024, Keshen Goodman Public Library underwent a temporary closure to accommodate some major updates, including the installation of its new rooftop mechanical unit, refreshing...
View ArticleCelebrating a Decade of Mini-Con
A Universe of Possibilities Unfolds If you've ever marvelled (pun intended) at the magic of a superhero's first flight or felt the thrill of stepping into a fantastical new world through the pages of a...
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Volunteers Needed for Home Delivery Team
We're all about meeting people where they are. If you're happy to be on the move while making a difference in your community, this opportunity might deliver. Support needed now As of May 1, 2024, we...
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Menstrual May
This May, Halifax Public Libraries is once again partnering with United Way Halifax, opens a new window to help combat period poverty. Period poverty refers to the lack of access to menstrual products...
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Celebrating Progress and Vision: Annual General Meeting 2022-23, and Halifax...
On November 22, 2023 we hosted our Annual General Meeting (AGM) for the year 2022-2023, marking a year of significant achievements and forward-looking initiatives. The AGM, led by Halifax Regional...
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Victoria Day Holiday & Summer Hours
Closed for Victoria Day Holiday The Library is closed on statutory and civic holidays. On Monday, May 20, all branches and departments of Halifax Public Libraries will be closed for the Victoria Day...
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Giveaway: Enter for a Chance to Win Tickets to the Royal Nova Scotia...
Halifax Public Libraries is pleased to partner with the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo for several free events this summer at Central Library. To celebrate this partnership, we are giving away...
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Your Stories Wanted: Halifax Story Slam
Do you have a story that needs to be told? Come share it at Halifax Central Library! The inaugural Halifax Story Slam is searching for participants who will join us for an evening of true tales...
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35th Annual Ghost Story Writing Contest for Ages 7-15
Prepare for howling winds, creepy characters, ghostly ships, strange apparitions, and things that go “bump” in the night. For 35 years now, we've been hosting our Annual Ghost Story Writing Contest in...
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Holiday Closures for KANA’TA: Canada Day Weekend
Closed for KANA'TA: Canada Day All locations and departments of Halifax Public Libraries will be closed on the following days in observance of the statutory holiday. Monday, July 1 Check out the...
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Volunteers Needed for Home Delivery Team
We're all about meeting people where they are. If you're happy to be on the move while making a difference in your community, this opportunity might deliver. Support needed now As of July 5, 2024, we...
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Volunteer in Your Community: English Conversation Groups
Spryfield is seeing an increased number of newcomers and folks seeking to learn English as a second (or third) language, and the Library is here to help! Our English Conversation Groups provide a...
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