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Community Spotlight
Fun, free, simple ways you can use your Library to bring great cheer, reduce waste, honour your budget, and cherish time with loved ones.
From fantasy epics to literary fiction, discover which books our staff put down and why.
Celebrate our 2025 Ghost Story Contest winners! Discover thrilling tales from young writers across HRM—if you dare to read.
Going to Hubbards? Consider borrowing a bicycle from J.D. Shatford branch to enjoy the scenery in slow mode.
Make a difference in your community. Explore volunteer opportunities for teens and adults.
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Annual Report 2024-25
Your Library, Your Neighbourhood. Join us for a road trip across Halifax Public Libraries: Read our 2024-25 Annual Report.
From Storytime Dad to Library Board Chair: Ayo's Story
Ayo Aladejebi traces her path through the Library—from early days in Sackville to leading the Board—in a story of connection and belonging.
The Business of Libraries
Halifax Public Libraries is a trusted place for people to turn when facing some of life’s most practical, and often most stressful events.
Jack's Next Move: Teen Volunteer Builds a Chess Community
How one teen volunteer helped bring a Chess Club back to life—and built community, confidence, and connection along the way.
Annual Report 2024-25
Your Library, Your Neighbourhood. Join us for a road trip across Halifax Public Libraries: Read our 2024-25 Annual Report.
From Storytime Dad to Library Board Chair: Ayo's Story
Ayo Aladejebi traces her path through the Library—from early days in Sackville to leading the Board—in a story of connection and belonging.
The Business of Libraries
Halifax Public Libraries is a trusted place for people to turn when facing some of life’s most practical, and often most stressful events.
Jack's Next Move: Teen Volunteer Builds a Chess Community
How one teen volunteer helped bring a Chess Club back to life—and built community, confidence, and connection along the way.
Dear Reader (Taylor's Version)
Inspired by Taylor Swift’s (who is "constantly reading") love of gothic fiction, family secrets, twisty thrillers, and unreliable narrators.
Jane Austen Retellings: YA Reads
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth with one of these YA adaptations of her classic works.
Chiller Thrillers: Young Adult Fiction
Crave icy suspense? These YA thrillers bring frosty twists, eerie vibes, and chills that stick with you.
Holiday Stories from Atlantic Canada
Enjoy heartwarming holiday tales rooted in Atlantic Canada’s traditions, landscape, and community spirit.
Dear Reader (Taylor's Version)
Inspired by Taylor Swift’s (who is "constantly reading") love of gothic fiction, family secrets, twisty thrillers, and unreliable narrators.
Jane Austen Retellings: YA Reads
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth with one of these YA adaptations of her classic works.
Chiller Thrillers: Young Adult Fiction
Crave icy suspense? These YA thrillers bring frosty twists, eerie vibes, and chills that stick with you.
Holiday Stories from Atlantic Canada
Enjoy heartwarming holiday tales rooted in Atlantic Canada’s traditions, landscape, and community spirit.
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