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March2020

Adults

Yoga Flow Connect to your breath, play with balance, build strength, and increase flexibility. This session is suitable for all levels of experi-ence. Please bring your own mat.Sunday, March 12:00 PM - 3:00 PMRoom 301 | Floor 3

Business Café Networking Meet, learn, and share your experiences and issues with other small business own-ers like yourself. Bring your business cards and get ready to connect. This month our topic is “The New Game of Business and Success for 2030”. Join our guest speaker Georges Hanna, the owner of Smart Income, and learn about the 3 secrets of success in life and business for 2030. The Small Business Cafe is a monthly network-ing event for small business start-ups and owners. In partnership with Smart Income.Monday, March 26:30 PM - 8:30 PMRBC Learning Centre | Floor 3

Drop In Tech Help Do you need some help with technology basics? Drop by the lobby to chat with one of our staff members and get the help you need.Tuesday, March 310:30 AM - 11:30 AMLobby | Floor 1

Socially Responsible & Environmentally Friendly Investing Combine financial return with a positive impact on society. Learn how to be a re-sponsible investor and align your invest-ment goals with your personal values. In partnership with Steve MacLellan, The Financial Engineer.Tuesday, March 312:00 PM - 2:00 PMRBC Learning Centre | Floor 3

Intro to 3D Design Join us for a fun and informative evening of 3D Design. We’ll show you how to make your own awesome creation in Tinkercad and prepare it for print. Basic computer skills required. Laptops will be provided.Tuesday, March 36:30 PM - 8:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5706.

Theatrical Performance: Look Out, Broadway! Join the Two Houses Theatre Company, a drama group at Halifax’s Spencer House Seniors’ Centre, for a staging of their com-edy, Look Out, Broadway! In this one-act comedy written and directed by Mark De-Wolf, an ambitious group of Halifax seniors decide to stage an original play written by a friend, and choose to perform it in long-abandoned Vogue Theatre. Problems abound - with the script, the actors, and the venue - but the plucky seniors perse-vere. Refreshments will be served after the play. In partnership with Spencer House Seniors’ Centre.Tuesday, March 36:30 PM - 8:00 PMRoom 301 | Floor 3

Women Entrepreneurs: Your Numbers, Your Story What does it mean to be a woman entre-preneur? Learn what you and other wom-en entrepreneurs need to run a successful business. In partnership with Chartered Professional Accountants Canada.Wednesday, March 412:00 PM - 1:00 PMRBC Learning Centre | Floor 3

Poetry Matters: Slavery, Street Checks, Halifax Explosion In this interactive literary reading, Afua Cooper will use text, music, photogra-phy, and her own body to bring poetry to life. Her performance will capture crucial moments in Black culture in Nova Scotia and beyond. Afua Cooper is Halifax’s Poet Laureate 2018-2020. She will also be joined by two special guests.Wednesday, March 46:30 PM - 8:30 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

Retro Gaming Night A wayback playback of classic video games from the original Nintendo Enter-tainment System, Super Nintendo Enter-tainment System and more, along with a selection of classic board games - for those who know 1990’s gaming did it bet-ter. Ages 14+.Wednesday, March 46:30 PM - 8:00 PMBMO Community Room | Floor 2

Visit halifaxpubliclibraries.ca or the branch information desk for current program information. Listings printed on Jan. 30.1


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Film Screening: Song of Granite Rated G | 2017 | 1h 44min Acclaimed filmmaker Pat Collins brings the dramatic story of legendary sean nós singer Joe Heaney to the screen in Song of Granite. With an approach that marries traditional narrative episodes with docu-mentary footage, the film celebrates the music Joe Heaney created while painting an unflinching portrait of the man himself. In partnership with An Cumann - The Irish Association of Nova Scotia.Thursday, March 56:30 PM - 8:30 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

Lunch & Listen: Storytime for Grown-Ups Who says storytime is just for kids? Join us for a fun, relaxing hour of short fiction read aloud by adults, to adults. Bring your lunch, your knitting, or just yourself. Cof-fee and tea will be served.Friday, March 612:00 PM - 1:00 PMBMO Community Room | Floor 2

DIY Felted Jewellery This workshop will introduce the funda-mentals of needle felting. Giving you a chance to play with the technique, and then incorporate the felted creations into a functional piece of jewellery. Sharp needles and small pieces will be present.Saturday, March 72:00 PM - 4:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5706.

Astounding Women of the Silver Screen: 40 Guns Not rated | 1957 | 80min The theme song says, “There’s a high ridin’ woman with a whip.” She’s a tough rancher who rules the county with her private posse of hired guns. Under the facade of a genre picture, Forty Guns is a masterpiece, with Barbara Stanwyck’s commanding, yet subtle, performance at its centre. Join us this winter to watch a series of classic films featuring astounding women. Films will run on select Sundays between March 8 and April 26.Sunday, March 82:00 PM - 4:00 PMRoom 301 | Floor 3

I Am Generation Equality: Realizing Women’s Rights The 2020 International Women’s Day Cele-bration celebrates women across the diver-sity spectrum in our region and reminds us of our collective efforts in the realization of women’s rights. In partnership with Halifax Regional Municipality.Monday, March 910:00 AM - 12:00 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1 Registration is required. To register, please email [email protected].

Drop In Tech Help Do you need some help with technology basics? Drop by the lobby to chat with one of our staff members and get the help you need.Tuesday, March 1010:30 AM - 11:30 AMLobby | Floor 1

Fraud Prevention & Consumer Protection Whether online, over the phone, or at your door, scams keep getting more and more sophisticated and harder to spot. Join the Better Business Bureau and Service Nova Scotia and Internal Services for Fraud Pre-vention Month 2020 and learn how to: get information on the most common scams and tactics, recognize a suspicious offer, and take action if you or a loved one has fallen victim to a scam. Stop by to pick up our guides and to share your own stories and strategies.Tuesday, March 101:00 PM - 4:00 PMLobby | Floor 1

Employees: Getting Started Are you ready to hire your first employee? Or maybe you’ve already hired a team but you aren’t sure what you might be missing? This workshop will cover payroll basics, including TD1s, deductions/remittanc-es, pay stubs, T4s, and ROEs. We’ll also explore HR topics, such as recruitment and onboarding, performance management, and effective employee policies. If you’re unsure if your business has all of these bases covered, this workshop is for you. In partnership with Clearview Business Services Corp. and Anchor Integrated Business Solutions.Tuesday, March 106:00 PM - 8:00 PMRBC Learning Centre | Floor 3

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NSCAD Public Lecture Series Presents: Mark Dion Join us for an evening with award winning artist Mark Dion. Celebrated international-ly, Dion’s work examines the ways in which dominant ideologies and public institutions shape our understanding of history, knowl-edge, and the natural world.Tuesday, March 106:00 PM - 8:00 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

Bookkeeping Basics: Getting Started Starting with original receipts and invoic-es, business owners can work their way through a simple income statement in this interactive, hands-on workshop. Attend-ees will be offered practice materials to suit 1 of 4 company examples: sole propri-etorship without HST, sole proprietorship with HST,corporation without HST, and corporation with HST. Bring your lunch, bring your calculators, and bring your questions. In partnership with Clearview Business Services Corp.Wednesday, March 1112:00 PM - 1:00 PMRBC Learning Centre | Floor 3

Honouring Amanda Todd Through Music Amanda Todd was a young woman from Port Coquitlam, British Columbia, who loved singing and expressing herself through music. She was also a young woman who suffered years of cyberabuse and bullying and tragically took her own life in 2012. Join this public conversation led by Amanda’s mother, Carol Todd, composer Jocelyn Morlock, and other special guests. The evening will feature performances by Symphony Nova Scotia musicians. Together we appreciate the im-portance of encouraging the community to come together and discuss this important issue. Sponsored by Medavie and in part-nership with Symphony Nova Scotia.Wednesday, March 117:00 PM - 8:30 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

Taking Charge of Your Stress Learn about stress, explore how you expe-rience stress, and practice skills you can use to reduce stress symptoms. In partner-ship with the Halifax Peninsula Community Health Team.Thursday, March 126:00 PM - 8:00 PMBMO Community Room | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call the Community Health Team at (902) 460-4560, ext 4.

Movie: All About Eve Rated PG | 1950 | 2h 18m In this Joseph L. Mankiewicz’s devastat-ingly witty Hollywood classic All About Eve, backstage is where the real drama plays out. One night, Margo Channing (Bette Davis), entertains a surprise dress-ing-room visitor: her most adoring fan, the shy, wide-eyed Eve Harrington (Anne Baxter). However, Eve is not as innocent as she seems.Friday, March 1310:00 AM - 12:30 PMRoom 301 | Floor 3

Workshop: Start Your Seeds Interested in growing seedlings for your garden? This hands-on workshop will show you how to plant your veggie, herb, and flower seeds for maximum germina-tion. In partnership with Atlantic Master Gardeners.Saturday, March 1411:00 AM - 12:30 PMLou Duggan Creative Studios | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490 5707.

Acoustic Song Circle Budding and experienced musicians, you are invited to join our monthly musical gathering. We welcome all types of acous-tic instruments and invite people with all skill levels to share their music with others. Feel free to bring along copies of songs, including guitar chords, so that other par-ticipants can join in the song. Please bring your own instrument, your singing voice, or just your admiration for good music.Saturday, March 142:00 PM - 4:00 PMRoom 301 | Floor 3



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Book Club: The River by Peter Heller Join The Central Library Book Club. Dis-cover new authors, meet new people, and share insights. This month’s book is The River by Peter Heller. It is the story of two college friends on a wilderness canoe trip - a gripping tale of a friendship tested byfire, whitewater, starvation, and brutality.Saturday, March 143:00 PM - 4:00 PMRBC Learning Centre | Floor 3

Next Level Crafting: Cricut De-sign Space Learn how to design your own custom decals for your cell-phone, water bottle, laptop, and more. Ages 14+ .Sunday, March 151:00 PM - 3:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

Astounding Women of the Silver Screen: The Scarlet Empress Not rated | 1934 | 104min The Scarlet Empress is an audacious and stylish extravaganza that tells the story of Catherine the Great, a peasant selected to marry the Russian king and bear him a child. But, she had other plans. Mostly they involved triumphant domination, both personal and political, played with calcu-lated abandon. Actress Marlene Dietrich is confidant, unapologetic, and triumphant as she seizes power in her role as Cath-erine the Great. Join us this winter to watch a series of 5 classic films featuring astounding women. Films will run on select Sundays between March 8 and April 26.Sunday, March 152:00 PM - 4:00 PMRoom 301 | Floor 3

The Power of Poetry 3: Celebrating Rita Joe Get to know the work of Rita Joe, Mi’kmaw poet and songwriter. Often referred to as the Poet Laureate of the Mi’kmaq people, Rita Joe wrote powerful poetry that spoke to Indigenous identity and about the legacy of residential schools in Canada. Her work will be presented by a group of contemporary indigenous writers, who will read from their own work as well. Featur-ing: Ann Joe Shalan Joudry Theresa Muise Raymond Sewell Rebecca Thomas The Power of Poetry is a trilogy celebrating the lives and work of outstanding African Nova Scotian and Mi’kmaw poets. In partner-ship with the Writers’ Federation of Nova Scotia and Delmore “Buddy” Daye Learning Institute.TD presents African Heritage Month at Halifax Public Libraries.Monday, March 166:30 PM - 8:30 PMPaul O Regan Hall | Floor 1

The Radical Imagination Series: (T)error2014 | 93min After more than 20 years as an FBI coun-terterrorism informant, Saeed Torres has a choice to make. He can stay home to raise his son or do one last high-stakes job for the Bureau. Torres is one of a growing number of covert operatives in America who straddle the line between preventing crimes and inventing them. Taut, stark, and controversial, the film illuminates the fragile relationships between individual and surveillance state. In partnership with the Radical Imagination Project.Monday, March 166:30 PM - 8:30 PMRoom 301 | Floor 3

Bookkeeping Basics: More Advanced Examples Building on what was learned in Book-keeping Basics: Getting Started, business owners can work with more complicated originals for their simple income statement in this interactive, hands-on workshop. New topics to be covered might include foreign exchange on revenue and expens-es, splitting business/personal expenses on the same receipt, and how different payment methods can impact revenue and expenses. Attendees will be offered practice materials to suit 1 of 4 company examples: sole proprietorship without HST, sole proprietorship with HST, corporation without HST, and corporation with HST. Bring your supper, bring your calculators, and bring your questions. In partnership with Clearview Business Services Corp.Tuesday, March 176:00 PM - 7:30 PMRBC Learning Centre | Floor 3

Magic: The (Casual) Gathering Join us for a casual evening of Magic: The Gathering, where you can enjoy the atmosphere of non-competitive play. All levels of skill and cards from all sets are welcome. Drop in to learn how to play, get some advice on deck-building, or just come to meet new players. Ages 12+. Regular players are encouraged to bring their own cards and we have decks available to loan to new players.Tuesday, March 176:00 PM - 8:00 PMBMO Community Room | Floor 2



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How to Make Sales When You Hate Selling No matter what kind of business you own, your revenue ultimately relies on your ability to sell... and this is often the most difficult and intimidating challenge for entrepreneurs. Fortunately there are ways to make this easier for both you, the owner, and for your customers and clients. Join Mary Jane Copps as she celebrates her 32nd year as a business owner, and learn her most successful tips and tricks for embracing the sales techniques that will steadily increase your revenue. In partner-ship with the Phone Lady.Wednesday, March 1812:00 PM - 1:30 PMRBC Learning Centre | Floor 3

Film Screening: The Camino Voyage Rated PG | 2018 | 1h 37min A crew, including a writer, two musicians, an artist and a stonemason, embark on the Camino by sea. In this inspiring and dangerous 2,500 km modern-day Celtic odyssey, they make their voyage from Ire-land to Northern Spain in a traditional boat they built themselves. In partnership with An Cumann - The Irish Association of Nova Scotia and ReJigged Festival.Wednesday, March 186:30 PM - 8:30 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

In The Kitchen: Black Bean Quinoa Burgers Want to celebrate Burger Week without spending Burger Week dollars? Join us in the Lou Duggan Creative Studio and learn to make delicious vegetarian burgers. All supplies and instructions will be provided.Wednesday, March 186:30 PM - 8:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5707, or visit the Library.

Mandala Art The word mandala comes from the San-skrit language and means ‘scared circle’. Circles symbolize the cycle of life, whole-ness, continuity, and harmony. Doodling mandalas creates images which can aid meditation and help individuals focus inward.Saturday, March 212:00 PM - 4:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

Alliance Francaise: Speak-Dating AllianceFrançaise Halifax (AFH) is launch-ing a new activity in partnership with the Halifax Public Libraries: Speak-Dating. This event is open to all who would like to meet people but more specifically to speak French while doing so. All language levels are welcome. L’Alliance Française Halifax-(AFH) lance un nouveau rendez-vous en partenariat avec les bibliothèques pub-liques de la ville de Halifax : les Speak-Dat-ing. Une activité ouverte à tous pour rencontrer du monde et surtout parler en français et cela quel que soit le niveau des participants. Tous niveaux.Sunday, March 22 1:00 PM - 4:00 PMRoom 301 | Floor 3

String Art String art is a retro-chic way to add personality and meaning to your walls. Using nails and thread attached to a piece of wood, designs can range from simple monograms to more complex creations.Sunday, March 222:00 PM - 4:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5706.

Information Session: Prediabetes Prediabetes occurs when blood sugars are above the normal range. This offers a warning that you are at risk of developing diabetes. Learn how lifestyle choices can give you a chance to change your future. In partnership with the Halifax Peninsula Community Health Team.Monday, March 232:00 PM - 4:30 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, please call (902) 460-4560, ext 4.

Women Entrepreneurs Round-table Let’s support each other. Join the conver-sation about the experiences, challenges, and opportunities of women in business. Enjoy the company of other professional women and share your business story. Our discussion topic this month is about self confidence and why it is critical for busi-ness success. The Women Entrepreneurs Round-table is a monthly event created to support women in business. We meet on the fourth Monday of each month. In part-nership with Recognize Your Potential.Monday, March 236:30 PM - 8:30 PMRBC Learning Centre | Floor 3



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Movie: Judy Rated PG | 2019 | 1h 58m Thirty years after starring in The Wizard of Oz, beloved actress and singer Judy Gar-land arrives in London to perform sold-out shows at the Talk of the Town nightclub. While there, she reminisces with friends and fans and begins a whirlwind romance with musician Mickey Deans, her soon-to-be fifth husband.Friday, March 2710:00 AM - 12:00 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

Chess at the Library Chess is a pastime that has been em-braced by young and old alike. It can help develop logic, spatial thinking, and improve planning, memory, judgment, creativity, and concentration. Join us for this monthly instructional and recreational program. While the program’s goal is to teach novice players the basic strategies of the game, the emphasis is on fun, enjoyment, and learning something new.Sunday, March 291:00 PM - 4:00 PMRBC Learning Centre | Floor 3

Astounding Women of the Silver Screen: Sailing Along Not rated | 1938 | 97min This under-seen delight features sparkling English actress Jessie Matthews with a charming performance in this rags-to-rich-es story of a poor barge girl who becomes a stage star. Matthews’ quick-fire banter and plucky disregard for the niceties of etiquette stand out, leaving the love story in the shadows. Join us this winter to watch a series of 5 classic films featuring astounding women. Films will run on select Sundays between March 8 and April 26.Sunday, March 292:00 PM - 4:00 PMRoom 301 | Floor 3

Interfaces 101: Make a Cardboard Lamp Presented by Halifax Makerspace, come learn the concept of an interface by creat-ing a safe, low-power lamp. The lamp uses LEDs and is made out of laser cut card-board. Ages 14+. In Partnership with the Halifax Makerspace.Sunday, March 292:00 PM - 4:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

The Radical Imagination Series: Trouble 23 - Prelude to a Disaster 2019 | 37min It’s widely accepted that global warming exists and that carbon emissions are im-periling future generations. Unfortunately, most environmental activists are hampered by a false understanding of how power op-erates in society, the scale of the problem we face, and what is actually required to fix it. This film focuses on these dynamics, arguing for bold action to defend local bioregions, even as we work towards new economic models. In partnership with the Radical Imagination Project.Monday, March 306:30 PM - 8:30 PMRoom 301 | Floor 3

Photography Workshop: Composition & Critique Join us as we explore the guidelines for composing a professional looking photo-graph. We’ll show you how to utilize the rule of thirds, leading lines, perspective, and cropping to achieve eye-catching images. We’ll also host an open forum for everyone to share and critique images. Please feel free to bring a few digital im-ages (on a thumb drive) to share with the group. Ages 14+.Tuesday, March 316:30 PM - 8:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

Dalhousie Review Public Reading This event features readings of poetry and fiction published by local authors in The Dalhousie Review. In partnership with Dalhousie UniversityTuesday, March 317:00 PM - 8:30 PMRoom 301 | Floor 3

Studio DIY This is your time to settle in with a DIY project of your choosing. Drop in and use one of our Sewing Machines, Cricut Cutters, or create your own 3D Design and submit it to one of our printers. Orienta-tions may be required for some equip-ment. Staff will be available to assist with self-guided projects. Ages 14+ .Mondays2:30 PM - 8:30 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

NSCAD Presents: Unsettling Canadian Art History with Carla Taunton This course explores the production of art in the context of Canada in relation to settler colonialism, Indigenous sovereign-ties, and diasporas. Grounded in theoretical discourses of decolonization, anti-racism and equity studies we will consider a range of historic and contemporary art and craft practices. Key questions will include what constitutes Canadian art and how might we re-image and unsettle the writing of Canadian art history? Become a student for free, seek and share knowledge with other curious minds, pursue lifelong learning at the Library. In partnership with NSCAD.Tuesdays1:00 PM - 2:00 PMCourse runs January 7 - April 21. Paul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1



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1-on-1 Job Search Services withYMCAYou don’t have to do it alone. YMCA has services that can help you, such as Job Search Assistance and resume/cover letter (creation or critique). Let us show you the details of what we offer in this orientation session. Services are offered in English and French. Vous n’avez pas à le faire seul. Le YMCA a des services qui peuvent vous aider, comme l’aide à la recherche d’emploi et le CV / lettre de présentation (création ou critique). Laissez-nous vous présenter ce que nous pouvons vous offrir dans cette séance d’orientation. In partnership with YMCAWednesdays9:30 AM - 12:30 PMRoom 302 | Floor 3 Registration is required. To register, contact Isaac at (902) 425-3464 or [email protected], or drop in during the program times.Pour vous inscrire, appelez ou envoyez un courriel à Julia au (902) 425-3464 poste 228, [email protected]

SMU Presents: The Archaeology of Acadia with Jonathan Fowler Jonathan Fowler has been practicing archaeology in Nova Scotia for almost 30 years. Drawing on that experience and a rich collection of archival documents and maps, this course examines early colonial Nova Scotia as a stage of conflict and negotiation between Indigenous and Eu-ropean peoples, emphasizing the material conditions of life in those times. Become a student for free; seek and share knowledge with other curious minds; pursue lifelong learning at the Library. In partnership with Saint Mary’s University.Wednesdays1:00 PM - 2:00 PMCourse runs January 8 - April 1.Paul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

SMU Presents: Oral Traditions in the Francophone World with Rohini Bannerjee This course, delivered in English, examines the oral traditions and literary genres of the Francophone world, in particular those from Asia, Africa, Oceania and the Carib-bean. We will examine traditional rituals, the music and song styles associated with oral traditional narrative, prose religious texts and poetry. Become a student for free; seek and share knowledge with other curious minds; pursue lifelong learning at the Library. In partnership with Saint Mary’s University.Thursdays1:00 PM - 2:00 PMCourse runs January 9 - April 2.Paul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

Studio DIY This is your time to settle in with a DIY project of your choosing. Drop in and use one of our Sewing Machines, Cricut Cutters, or create your own 3D Design and submit it to one of our printers. Orienta-tions may be required for some equip-ment. Staff will be available to assist with self-guided projects. Ages 14+ .Fridays3:00 PM - 5:30 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2 No program March 20.

All Ages

Family Coding Hour Are you new to the world of coding? Drop-in and work on a beginner coding project that’s fun for the whole family.Sunday, March 11:00 PM - 3:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

Symphony 101: Heroic Horn Through the Ages Symphony 101 is hosted by well-known and always entertaining music lecturer Adrian Hoffman. Adrian is a veteran of both Dalhousie University and CBC Radio. Each lecture also features Symphony Nova Sco-tia musicians, who will give up close and personal perspectives on their instruments and their roles as professional musicians. In partnership with Symphony Nova Scotia.Sunday, March 12:00 PM - 3:00 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

A Pocket of Time: A Conversation About Elizabeth Bishop Join us for a panel discussion on Eliza-beth Bishop, Nova Scotia’s most famous poet. The panel, moderated by author and educator Alexander MacLeod, will discuss how place, home, and memory intertwine in Bishop’s work. The panel will include: Rita Wilson and Emma FitzGerald, the creators of Pocket of Time : The Poetic Childhood of Elizabeth Bishop, Sandra Barry, Bishop scholar and author of Elizabeth Bishop, and poet Allison Smith.Monday, March 26:30 PM - 8:30 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

Dance Workshop with Atlantic Spinners: Fuse Fiesta Learn Bollywood dance, see traditional costumes, explore another culture through dance and the magic of music with Darsh-ini Shah of ViBeat Dance Studio. Refresh-ments will be provided. In partnership with Atlantic Spinners Art & Dance Society and ViBeat Dance Studio.Saturday, March 72:00 PM - 3:30 PMBMO Community Room | Floor 2



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The French Horn Summit Join us for some light and entertaining music at the first-annual French Horn Sum-mit. The concert will feature an acoustic program of music ranging from classical to pop. The French Horn Summit is pre-sented by The Ron MacKay Music for Life Horn Club. The club was formed in 2009 in memory of Ron MacKay, who was a well-known horn player and educator based out of Truro, Nova Scotia. The club promotes lifelong musicianship through the playing of the French Horn. In partnership with the Ron MacKay Music for Life Horn Club.Saturday, March 72:00 PM - 4:00 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

International Women’s Day Concert featuring Glass Winds Join us for an International Women’s Day concert by Glass Winds, the first all female inclusive Wind Ensemble in Nova Scotia. Founded in 2019 by conductors Melissa Doiron and Pam Paddock, Glass Winds is comprised of the provinces’s finest wind, string, and percussion musicians and is focused on performing programs featuring compositions by women and minority com-posers. In partnership with Glass Winds.Sunday, March 82:00 PM - 3:30 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

Family Eco-Art Create art by re-purposing recycled and found materials. Eco-Art promotes sustainability, encourages empathy for the environment and a love for the earth, while it lessens the impact of waste in landfills.Sunday, March 82:30 PM - 3:30 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Art Workshop with Atlantic Spinners: Painting with Mahnaz Awake creativity in yourself and your loved ones with the help of Mahnaz Sobhani of Mahnaz Wellness & Fine Art Studio. Enjoy colours and shapes and put your imagi-nation on canvas while learning painting and brush stroke techniques. Young children must be accompanied by an adult. In partnership with Atlantic Spinners Art & Dance Society and Mahnaz Wellness & Fine Art Studio.Saturday, March 142:00 PM - 3:30 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

An Evening with The Diaga Irish Dancers The Diaga Irish Dancers will be offering a performance to kick off St. Patrick’s Day week. Diaga Irish Dance is a school of tra-ditional Irish dance in Halifax with students ages 4 and up. The students compete and perform year-round.Monday, March 167:00 PM - 7:30 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

TD Halifax Jazz Festival Presents: R. Grunwald’s Oma with SpecialGuest Joshua Van TasselToronto keyboardist R. Grunwald has played on sessions for hundreds of musicians, and has served as bandleader for jazz/pop chanteuse Jill Barber and country/folk songwriter Donovan Woods. His debut album, Oma, is an evocative and deeply personal solo piano record, inspired in part by the life story of his 96-year-old grandmother, a Holocaust survivor and pianist. He will be joined by award winning producer, composer, and sonic landscaper Joshua Van Tassel. In partnership with TD Halifax Jazz Festival.Tuesday, March 177:00 PM - 8:30 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

1980s Sci-Fi Movie Marathon: E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial Rated G | 1982 | 2h Come curl up in the Teen Area to watch 3 classic sci-fi films on our big screen TV. The popcorn is on us. E.T. is a classic film about an alien left behind on Earth and is saved by young Elliot who decides to keep him hidden. While the task force hunts for it, Elliot and his siblings form an emotional bond with their new friend.Friday, March 2011:00 AM - 1:00 PMTeen Area | Floor 2



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1980s Sci-Fi Movie Marathon: Ghostbusters Rated PG | 1982 | 1h 45min Come curl up in the Teen Area to watch 3 classic sci-fi films on our big screen TV. The popcorn is on us. A trio of university parapsychologists lose their research grant and decide to open their own business, “Ghostbusters.” Almost at once they are summoned to investigate the strange hap-penings in a Central Park West apartment. What they discover is that all Manhattan is being besieged by other worldly demons.Friday, March 201:30 PM - 3:15 PMTeen Area | Floor 2

1980s Sci-Fi Movie Marathon: Back To the Future Rated PG | 1985 | 1h 56min Come curl up in the Teen Area to watch 3 classic sci-fi films on our big screen TV. The popcorn is on us. In Back to the Future, Marty McFly is accidentally sent thirty years into the past in a time-travel-ing DeLorean invented by his close friend, the eccentric scientist Doc Brown.Friday, March 203:30 PM - 5:30 PMTeen Area | Floor 2

Nowruz Festival 300 million people around the world celebrate Nowruz in a spirit of friendship, reconciliation, and harmony through music, dance, and food. The first Nowruz Festival in Nova Scotia ties culturally different communities based on mutual respect and peace.Saturday, March 211:00 PM - 4:00 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

Engineers Nova Scotia: National Engineering Month Annual Competition This year’s signature event for National Engineering Month will continue to focus on creative construction, with paper-based build competitions, mini-challenges, and robots… because everyone likes robots. The competitions are suitable for all ages and winners will have a chance to win some awesome prizes. All competitions this year are being done on-site, with materials provided. In partnership with Engineers Nova Scotia.Saturday, March 2810:00 AM - 2:00 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

Dance Workshop with Atlantic Spinners: Fuse Fiesta Learn Bollywood dance, see traditional costumes, explore another culture through dance and the magic of music with Darsh-ini Shah of ViBeat Dance Studio. Refresh-ments will be provided. In partnership with Atlantic Spinners Art & Dance Society and ViBeat Dance Studio.Saturday, March 282:00 PM - 3:30 PMBMO Community Room | Floor 2

Understory “Understory” is the botanical term for all that grows beneath the forest canopy. This program inspires us to think about generations of trees and their stories. The centrepiece is the Canadian premiere of Understory, an immersive, interactive work by internationally-recognized Carla Kihl-stedt, which invites the audience to walk amongst singers listening to individual “trees” while also hearing the “forest” com-munity. The Dalhousie Chorus is conduct-ed by Christina Murray. In partnership with the Fountain School of Performing Arts.Sunday, March 292:00 PM - 3:30 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

Kids & Preschoolers

Daycare Groups: Shake, Rattle & Read Daycare groups can join Alys and her harp for a lively, musical storytime. Each week has a different theme as we enjoy stories, songs, instruments, and silly dancing every week. Ages 2-5. Wednesday, March 410:00 AM - 10:30 AMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2 Group registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5707.

Families: Shake, Rattle & Read Families can drop-in to join Alys and her harp for a lively, musical storytime. Each week has a different theme as we enjoy stories, songs, instruments, and silly danc-ing every week. Ages 0-5. Tickets will be given out 30 minutes before start time.Wednesday, March 410:45 AM - 11:15 AMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2


Baby’s First Books In this program babies hear stories, songs, rhymes, and interact with other babies. Parents and caregivers learn new songs and fun things to do with baby, plus have some social time with other grown-ups. Ages 0-18 months.Wednesday, March 42:00 PM - 2:45 PMBMO Room | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5707.

Tales for Tots This program is full.Stories, songs, rhymes, toys, and more have been specially chosen to engage and delight toddlers. Parents and caregivers learn fun new things to do with their tots, but also have time to socialize with the other grown-ups. Ages 19-35 months.Thursday, March 510:30 AM - 11:15 AMBMO Community Room | Floor 2

The Hangout: Camping Party An indoor camping party is the perfect way to bring the outdoors in on these cold win-ter nights. Come make a delicious s’more, cover it in your favourite toppings and enjoy. There will also be video games, craft supplies, a round or two of BINGO, and lots of time with friends. Ages 8-12.Thursday, March 53:30 PM - 4:30 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Family Drop-in Join us for a fun and interactive morning the whole family can enjoy including sto-ries, songs, dancing, crafts, and playtime. Ages 0-5. Tickets will be given out 30 minutes before start time.Friday, March 610:30 AM - 11:15 AMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Puppet Show: Bye Bye Baby Blanket Watch as the magic of reading is brought to life at our weekly puppet show. All Ages. Tickets will be given out 30 minutes before start time.Saturday, March 711:00 AM - 11:30 AMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Art Day with Ross Creek Centre for the Arts Drop-in to make awesome art. We encour-age whole families to come, be inspired, and then take home your own master-pieces. All Ages. Please note that children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. Teens and adults are also welcome. Presented in partnership with Ross Creek Centre for the Arts.Saturday, March 71:00 PM - 4:00 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Daycare Groups: Shake, Rattle & Read Daycare groups can join Alys and her harp for a lively, musical storytime. Each week has a different theme as we enjoy stories, songs, instruments, and silly dancing every week. Ages 2-5. Wednesday, March 1110:00 AM - 10:30 AMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2 Group registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5707.

Families: Shake, Rattle & Read Families can drop-in to join Alys and her harp for a lively, musical storytime. Each week has a different theme as we enjoy stories, songs, instruments, and silly danc-ing every week. Ages 0-5. Tickets will be given out 30 minutes before start time.Wednesday, March 1110:45 AM - 11:15 AMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Baby’s First Books In this program babies hear stories, songs, rhymes, and interact with other babies. Parents and caregivers learn new songs and fun things to do with baby, plus have some social time with other grown-ups. Ages 0-18 months.Wednesday, March 112:00 PM - 2:45 PMBMO Community Room | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5707.


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Tales for Tots This program is full.Stories, songs, rhymes, toys, and more have been specially chosen to engage and delight toddlers. Parents and caregivers learn fun new things to do with their tots, but also have time to socialize with the other grown-ups. Ages 19-35 months.Thursday, March 1210:30 AM - 11:15 AMBMO Community Room | Floor 2

The Hangout: Lid Magnets Join us where creativity and magnets meet. You’ll make your own customized magnets from mason jar lids. Then, enjoy some snacks, video games, computers, and lots of time with friends. Ages 8-12.Thursday, March 123:30 PM - 4:30 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Family Drop-in Join us for a fun and interactive morning the whole family can enjoy including sto-ries, songs, dancing, crafts, and playtime. Ages 0-5 Tickets will be given out 30 minutes before start time.Friday, March 1310:30 AM - 11:15 AMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Puppet Show: The Dog & The Leprechaun The Leprechaun just wants to hide his gold, but someone keeps digging it up over and over again. Who would do that? What are they looking for? Join us to find out as the magic of reading is brought to life at our weekly puppet show. All Ages Tickets will be given out 30 minutes before start time.Saturday, March 1411:00 AM - 11:30 AMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Crafts for St. Pat’s We’re all a little bit Irish on St. Patrick’s Day. Join us for some fun things to make. Crafternoons are open to the whole family and all materials are provided, while they last. Ages 3+ (with a grown-up to help).Saturday, March 142:00 PM - 3:00 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Giant Games in the Hall Are you brave enough to try Giant Jenga? Or clever enough to play Giant Connect 4? How about Human Battleship or Hungry Hungry Hippos? Come play with the Li-brary’s collection of Giant Games and find out. Ages 4+.Sunday, March 152:00 PM - 3:00 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

Little Ray’s Reptile Zoo Little Ray’s Reptile Zoo is the largest reptile rescue in Canada, assisting the SPCA and the Hope for Wildlife Society in rescuing and placing unwanted pet rep-tiles across the country. Little Ray’s will provide an educational and entertaining experience featuring some cool and scaly creatures. Ages 5+.Sunday, March 152:30 PM - 3:30 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

Mad Science: Up, Up & Away Want to see giant beach balls floating in the air, vortex generators, and a hover-craft? Explore implosions and explosions with Mad Science of the Maritimes. Ages 5+. In partnership with Mad Science of the Maritimes.Monday, March 1610:30 AM - 11:15 AMPaul O’Regan Hall| Floor 1

Halloween in March Dress-up Party Wear your favourite costume or put on some of the Library’s dress-ups during the program. We’ll decorate masks to take home, do some silly dancing to spooky music, and maybe play a silly game or two. Ages 3+ (with a grown-up to help).Monday, March 162:30 PM - 3:30 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

LEGO at the Library Drop-in and play with the Library’s fabu-lous collection of LEGO. Who can make the tallest tower? How long will it stand? All Ages.Tuesday, March 1710:30 AM - 11:30 AMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Rocket Camp Are you an aspiring Astronaut or Engineer? Join us for a 3-day program to learn how to design, build, and launch your own Water Bottle Rocket. Attendance to all three sessions is required. Please dress appropri-ately to launch your rocket outside. Ages 10-14.Tuesday, March 17 to Thursday, March 1910:30 AM - 12:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2Registration is required and opens onemonth prior to program date. To register,call us at (902) 490-5707.

Paint Lab Create with paint. We’ll have our paint spinner on the go, you can also experiment with vegetable prints, water colour, stamps, and more. Ages 5-12.Tuesday, March 172:30 PM - 3:30 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2



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Structure Strategies Drop-in and try your hand at building different structures using Strawbees and Keva planks. Will you build a tower, a bridge, or something totally unique?Tuesday, March 172:30 PM - 4:30 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

Family Dance Party Rock out! We’ll play some instruments, move with scarves, and do some very silly dancing. This program takes place in the big hall at Central Library, so we have lots of room to run around and shake our sillies out. Ages 0-5.Wednesday, March 1810:30 AM - 11:30 AMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

OzoBots Basics Technology and fun come together as you teach your teeny-tiny robot fun things to do with countless commands. The pro-gram is designed to introduce kids to basic coding techniques. No experience needed. Ages 6-12.Wednesday, March 182:00 PM - 3:00 PMBMO Community Room | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5707.

Make Your Own Dance Music Using iPads and cutting-edge music soft-ware, you can learn how to create electron-ic dance music and have loads of fun doing it. Ages 5-10.Wednesday, March 182:30 PM - 3:30 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5707.

Cardboard Box Drive-In Movie It’s a drive-in movie at the Library. We’ll spend the first part of the program transforming cardboard boxes into cool, kid-friendly cars. Then, park your sweet ride and join us for a short movie. All sup-plies and snacks will be provided. Space is limited, registration is required. Ages 2-7.Thursday, March 1910:30 AM - 11:30 AMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5707.

The Hangout: Star Wars Jedi Academy Do you have what it takes to become a Jedi? May the Force be with you as we train and celebrate all things Star Wars. Plus, there will be snacks, video games, computers and lots of time with friends. Costume encouraged but not required. Ages 5-12.Thursday, March 193:30 PM - 4:30 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Royal-Tea Hear ye, hear ye. The Lords and Ladies of the Halifax Regional Municipality are here-by invited to join Halifax Central Library for a royal tea party. Enjoy some stories, crafts, and royal refreshments. Costumes are encouraged. Ages 0-7. Tickets will be given out 30 minutes before start time.Friday, March 2010:30 AM - 11:30 AMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Super Salads Help us harvest greens from our Library’s tower garden and prepare toppings to create delicious, colourful salads. We’ll mix and match ingredients for homemade dressings to top off our salads. Ages 5-12. Friday, March 201:30 PM - 2:30 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2 Registration is required. And opens one month prior to program date. To register, call us at (902) 490-5707.

Puppet Show: The Smartie Garden Join us as Larry the Rabbit teaches Clar-ence the Pig a thing or two about gar-dening. Watch as the magic of reading is brought to life at our weekly puppet show. Tickets will be given out 30 minutes before start time.Saturday, March 2111:00 AM - 11:30 AMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Family Crafternoon Drop-in for some simple crafts and ac-tivities. Often silly and always fun. Craft-ernoons are free for the whole family to enjoy. All materials are provided. Ages 3+ (with a grown-up to help).Saturday, March 212:30 PM - 3:30 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2



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Workshop: Magic for Beginners Interested in doing magic? This workshop will offer tips on presenting magic in an engaging way and recommendations for other resources for learning magic. Get started by learning some simple and easy magic tricks using rubber bands, enve-lopes, playing cards, and other household objects with magician Vincenzo Ravina. If available, please bring a deck of cards. Ages 10-17.Saturday, March 212:30 PM - 3:30 PMBMO Community Room | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490 5707.

Family Flicks: Frozen 2 Rated G | 2019 | 1h 43min Join Elsa, Anna, Olaf, Kristoff, and Sven as they embark on a journey beyond their kingdom of Arendelle. Their mission is to discover the origin of Elsa’s magical powers and save their kingdom after a mysterious voice calls out to Elsa.Sunday, March 222:00 PM - 4:00 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Puppet Show: The Cow That Laid An Egg Poor Marjorie Cow. She feels so boring and ordinary - but is she really? Watch as the magic of reading is brought to life at our weekly puppet show. All Ages. Tickets will be given out 30 minutes before start time.Saturday, March 2811:00 AM - 11:30 AMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Book Launch: 50 Animals That Have Been To Space Discover the amazing stories of the animals who pioneered space exploration. From cats and dogs to chimpanzees, spi-ders, frogs, and even a colony of honey-bees, this book tells the fascinating stories of 50 space missions featuring pioneering animals. Join authors Jennifer Read and John A. Read to learn about some of these animals and make your own toilet-paper roll rocket. The book will be available for purchase and signing. All Ages.Saturday, March 282:00 PM - 3:00 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Smoothie Surprise Join us as we celebrate Nutrition Month and create one-of-a-kind smoothies from a variety of fruits and veggies. Also, enjoy some stories and a craft while we drink our smoothies. All Ages.Sunday, March 292:00 PM - 3:00 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Baby & Tot Drop-in In this program babies hear stories, songs, rhymes, and interact with other babies. Parents and caregivers learn new songs and fun things to do with baby, plus have some social time with other grown-ups. Ages 0-2. Tickets will be given out 30 minutes before start time.Mondays10:30 AM - 11:15 AMNo program March 16 or 23.Lindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Storytime Storytime features great picture books, felt board stories, rhymes, songs, and more. This program fosters independence as children attend without caregivers, or work towards that goal. Ages 3-5.Tuesdays10:30 AM - 11:00 AMNo program March 17 or 24.BMO Community Room | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5707.

Kids Robotics Club Want to expand your creativity and prob-lem solving, build your confidence and make some new friends? Join us as we explore the wonderful world of robotics and learn how to program robots to do our bidding. Ages 8-12.Tuesdays3:45 PM - 4:45 PMNo program March 17.Lou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5707.

Workshop: BreakSpace Join the Library in helping grow Dance Nova Scotia’s BreakSpace. This break dance workshop is open and free to all. Participants are welcome to drop in or stay for the whole session. Ages 8+. Support-ed by the Cultural and Youth Activities program of Department of Communities, Culture, and Heritage, and in partnership with Dance Nova Scotia.Tuesdays6:30 PM - 8:30 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2



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Full STEAM Ahead Join us each week for a new project as we explore the wonderful worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathe-matics. Ages 8-12.Wednesdays3:45 PM - 4:45 PMNo program March 18.Lou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5707.

Teens

Yoga Flow Connect to your breath, play with balance, build strength, and increase flexibility. This session is suitable for all levels of experi-ence. Please bring your own mat.Sunday, March 12:00 PM - 3:00 PMRoom 301 | Floor 3

Intro to 3D Design Join us for a fun and informative evening of 3D Design. We’ll show you how to make your own awesome creation in Tinkercad and prepare it for print. Basic computer skills required. Laptops will be provided.Tuesday, March 36:30 PM - 8:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5706.

Retro Gaming Night A wayback playback of classic video games from the original Nintendo Enter-tainment System, Super Nintendo Enter-tainment System and more, along with a selection of classic board games - for those who know 1990’s gaming did it bet-ter. Ages 14+.Wednesday, March 46:30 PM - 8:00 PMBMO Community Room | Floor 2

Teen Night: Slime Come get your hands dirty and make your own slime to bring home. Ages 12-18. Teen Night is a weekly drop-in program where teens can try something new, play board games or video games, have snacks, be creative, do homework, or just hang out with friendsThursday, March 56:00 PM - 8:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

DIY Felted Jewellery This workshop will introduce the funda-mentals of needle felting. Giving you a chance to play with the technique, and then incorporate the felted creations into a functional piece of jewellery. Sharp needles and small pieces will be present.Saturday, March 72:00 PM - 4:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5706.

Anime Club: Meme Maker Join us to make anime memes and share them online using our very own hashtag. Snacks and an episode screening to follow. Ages 12-18.Wednesday, March 113:45 PM - 5:00 PMBMO Community Room | Floor 2

Teen Night: Teen Advisory Takeover Our Teen Advisory and Action Council volunteers are taking over hosting for the night. Come see what they’ve got planned. Ages 12 -18. Teen Night is a weekly drop-in program where teens can try something new, play board games or video games, have snacks, be creative, do homework, or just hang out with friends.Thursday, March 126:00 PM - 8:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

Workshop: Start Your Seeds Interested in growing seedlings for your garden? This hands-on workshop will show you how to plant your veggie, herb, and flower seeds for maximum germina-tion. In partnership with Atlantic Master Gardeners.Saturday, March 1411:00 AM - 12:30 PMLou Duggan Creative Studios | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5707.

Acoustic Song Circle Budding and experienced musicians, you are invited to join our monthly musical gathering. We welcome all types of acous-tic instruments and invite people with all skill levels to share their music with others. Feel free to bring along copies of songs, including guitar chords, so that other par-ticipants can join in the song. Please bring your own instrument, your singing voice, or just your admiration for good music.Saturday, March 142:00 PM - 4:00 PMRoom 301 | Floor 3



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Next Level Crafting: Cricut Design Space Learn how to design your own custom decals for your cell-phone, water bottle, laptop, and more. Ages 14+ .Sunday, March 151:00 PM - 3:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

Magic: The (Casual) Gathering Join us for a casual evening of Magic: The Gathering, where you can enjoy the atmosphere of non-competitive play. All levels of skill and cards from all sets are welcome. Drop in to learn how to play, get some advice on deck-building, or just come to meet new players. Ages 12+. Regular players are encouraged to bring their own cards and we have decks available to loan to new players.Tuesday, March 176:00 PM - 8:00 PMBMO Community Room | Floor 2

In The Kitchen: Black Bean Quinoa Burgers Want to celebrate Burger Week without spending Burger Week dollars? Join us in the Lou Duggan Creative Studio and learn to make delicious vegetarian burgers. All supplies and instructions will be provided.Wednesday, March 186:30 PM - 8:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5707, or visit the Library.

Teen Night: Virtual Reality & Nachos It’s March Break and Nearby Planet VR is bringing their virtual reality gear to Teen Night. Come see it in action on the big screen or try it yourself. Plus, we’ll be making nachos. Ages 12-18. Teen Night is a weekly drop-in program where teens can try something new, play board games or video games, have snacks, be creative, do homework, or just hang out with friends. In partnership with Nearby Planet VR.Thursday, March 196:00 PM - 8:00 PMPaul O’Regan Hall | Floor 1

Mandala Art The word mandala comes from the San-skrit language and means ‘scared circle’. Circles symbolize the cycle of life, whole-ness, continuity, and harmony. Doodling mandalas creates images which can aid meditation and help individuals focus inward.Saturday, March 212:00 PM - 4:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

Workshop: Magic for Beginners Interested in doing magic? This workshop will offer tips on presenting magic in an engaging way and recommendations for other resources for learning magic. Get started by learning some simple and easy magic tricks using rubber bands, enve-lopes, playing cards, and other household objects with magician Vincenzo Ravina. If available, please bring a deck of cards. Ages 10-17.Saturday, March 212:30 PM - 3:30 PMBMO Community Room | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490 5707.

String Art String art is a retro-chic way to add personality and meaning to your walls. Using nails and thread attached to a piece of wood, designs can range from simple monograms to more complex creations.Sunday, March 222:00 PM - 4:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2 Registration is required. To register, call us at (902) 490-5706.

Anime Club: Save the Drama for Your Shoujo Manga Join us to play some games and do some improvisation. Snacks and an episode screening to follow. Ages 12-18.Wednesday, March 253:45 PM - 5:00 PMBMO Community Room | Floor 2

Teen Night: Burger Week It’s burger week in the city and we’ve got you covered. Drop in and build your own “Burger Week” burger with all the fixings. Vegetarians and carnivores welcome. Ages 12-18. Teen Night is a weekly drop-in pro-gram where teens can try something new,play board games or video games, havesnacks, be creative, do homework, or justhang out with friends.Thursday, March 266:00 PM - 8:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2



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Chess at the Library Chess is a pastime that has been em-braced by young and old alike. It can help develop logic, spatial thinking, and improve planning, memory, judgment, creativity, and concentration. Join us for this monthly instructional and recreational program. While the program’s goal is to teach novice players the basic strategies of the game, the emphasis is on fun, enjoyment, and learning something new.Sunday, March 291:00 PM - 4:00 PMRBC Learning Centre | Floor 3

Interfaces 101: Make a Cardboard Lamp Presented by Halifax Makerspace, come learn the concept of an interface by creat-ing a safe, low-power lamp. The lamp uses LEDs and is made out of laser cut card-board. Ages 14+. In Partnership with the Halifax Makerspace.Sunday, March 292:00 PM - 4:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

Photography Workshop: Composition & Critique Join us as we explore the guidelines for composing a professional looking photo-graph. We’ll show you how to utilize the rule of thirds, leading lines, perspective, and cropping to achieve eye-catching images. We’ll also host an open forum for everyone to share and critique images. Please feel free to bring a few digital im-ages (on a thumb drive) to share with the group. Ages 14+.Tuesday, March 316:30 PM - 8:00 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

Studio DIY This is your time to settle in with a DIY project of your choosing. Drop in and use one of our Sewing Machines, Cricut Cutters, or create your own 3D Design and submit it to one of our printers. Orienta-tions may be required for some equip-ment. Staff will be available to assist with self-guided projects. Ages 14+ .Mondays2:30 PM - 8:30 PMLou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

Workshop: BreakSpace Join the Library in helping grow Dance Nova Scotia’s BreakSpace. This break dance workshop is open and free to all. Participants are welcome to drop in or stay for the whole session. Ages 8+. Support-ed by the Cultural and Youth Activities program of Department of Communities, Culture, and Heritage, and in partnership with Dance Nova Scotia.Tuesdays6:30 PM - 8:30 PMLindsay Children’s Room | Floor 2

Studio DIY This is your time to settle in with a DIY project of your choosing. Drop in and use one of our Sewing Machines, Cricut Cutters, or create your own 3D Design and submit it to one of our printers. Orienta-tions may be required for some equip-ment. Staff will be available to assist with self-guided projects. Ages 14+ .Fridays3:00 PM - 5:30 PMNo program March 20.Lou Duggan Creative Studio | Floor 2

It Might Get Loud Drop in to the media studios on the second floor to let your creativity loose. Experiment with instruments and record-ing, synthesizers and samples, or join an impromptu jam session. Ages 12+.Fridays3:30 PM - 5:30 PMMedia Studios | Floor 2


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