This month: Workshop events in Halifax

Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo: PRIVATE BACKSTAGE TOUR

by Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo

An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at one of the world's largest indoor shows. Private backstage tour of the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo.

Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo: BACKSTAGE TOUR

by Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo

A behind-the-scenes look at one of the world's largest indoor shows. Backstage tour of the Royal Nova Scotia International Tattoo.

Open Air Chair Yoga

by Halifax Public Libraries

Calm the mind and engage the body with outdoor chair yoga. Begin your day with mindfulness and movement with this low-intensity practice. Learn how to increase strength and mobility through gentle, seated exercises, accessible for all skill levels. Chairs are provided.

July Sesshin | Seated Meditation Retreat

by Dalhousie University

Sesshin is a multi-day retreat with a focus on zazen or seated meditation.

Blue Moon Drag Workshop

by RadStorm

Blue Moon Drag Workshop at RadStorm, an all-ages community venue in Halifax.

LesValley Tools Kids Workshop

by Lee Valley Tools

Make a Butterfly House

Take It From the Top: Popular Jazz Standards

by Halifax Public Libraries

Join Joel Zemel for an afternoon of music! He will be performing popular Jazz standards he has learned over the past five decades. Joel Zemel’s music career began in the 1960s as a folk musician. He was involved with several blues and rock bands. He also performed in four major productions for Neptune Theatre and in 1978, he made appearances in the house band on Peter Gzowzki’s, 90 Minutes Live, a

Naloxone Training

by RadStorm

Naloxone training session at RadStorm, an all-ages community venue in Halifax. By donation.

Art in the Afternoon

by Halifax Public Libraries

Dive in to a summer of creative fun and join us on Tuesday afternoons to explore art projects together. You're invited to create your favourite aquarium creature! We'll provide all the supplies you'll need to take part. We can't wait to see what you create! All Ages

Needlework in the Nook

by Halifax Public Libraries

Calling all fibre crafters! Join us in the Library to get together with other crafters. Whether you're new to needlework or an experienced crafter, drop in and share your passion with others.

The Drop

by Halifax Public Libraries

Looking for a place to unwind on Wednesday afternoons? The Drop is your go-to hangout! Designed just for teens, this laid-back program offers a space to relax, connect with friends, and have fun after a long week. Play video games, use Library computers, or just chill out and enjoy the vibe. Whether you're flying solo or coming with friends, the program is a welcoming spot to be yourself. Ages 13-

📖 Silent Reading

by Good Robot Brewing (Robie St) – Pub

Silent Reading at Good Robot Brewing in Halifax No phones. No talking. Just you, your book, and a beer. Silent Reading is back at Good Robot Brewing’s Robie Street Pub & Restaurant in Halifax. Join us in The Mousetrap on the first Wednesday of every month for a quiet night of books, beer, and blissfully low expectations for social interaction. Bring whatever you’re

Craft Event

by RadStorm

Community craft event at RadStorm, an all-ages community venue in Halifax.

DEFCON Halifax July Meet-Up

by DEFCON Halifax

This month, Jay Heisler, a CNBC-published freelance journalist, will talk about Higher Education in the OSINT Field

Watercolour Breakfast - guided watercolour painting class

by Yulia Cheprasova

Fully guided watercolour painting workshop in a relaxed atmosphere of a cafe

Halifax Jazz Festival: Inside the Music - Robert Lee

by Halifax Public Libraries

Robert Lee is an upright bassist, composer, and bandleader in the Toronto jazz scene. He is a graduate of the University of Guelph and Humber College music programs. He obtained his Master's in Contemporary Performance from Berklee Valencia in 2021. Through a mixture of discussion and performance, Robert will give a look at his creative process and approach to improvisation and composition. In par

Needlework in the Nook

by Halifax Public Libraries

Calling all fibre crafters! Join us in the Library to get together with other crafters. Whether you're new to needlework or an experienced crafter, drop in and share your passion with others.

The Drop

by Halifax Public Libraries

Looking for a place to unwind on Wednesday afternoons? The Drop is your go-to hangout! Designed just for teens, this laid-back program offers a space to relax, connect with friends, and have fun after a long week. Play video games, use Library computers, or just chill out and enjoy the vibe. Whether you're flying solo or coming with friends, the program is a welcoming spot to be yourself. Ages 13-

Teen Night

by Halifax Public Libraries

Are you looking for the next coolest thing to do on your Thursday night? Look no further! Every Teen Night, we get up to something different. Maybe you’re into video games, board games, or movies? What about arts and crafts? Or maybe you just want to grab a snack and chill? Whatever you’re into, we've got you covered. Grades 7-12

Investing 101

by Halifax Public Libraries

Do you know the difference between saving and investing? What about the difference between an RRSP and a TFSA? Do you know your stocks from your bonds? Your mutual funds from your exchange-traded funds? Join David Harrison from the Nova Scotia Securities Commission as he explains how securities regulation works in Canada and the difference between basic investments. In partnership with Nova Scotia

Pride on the Plaza

by Halifax Public Libraries

Scouting for a spot to watch the Pride Parade? Come hang out on the Plaza, eat some cold treats, and get some rainbow swag!

Art in the Afternoon

by Halifax Public Libraries

Dive in to a summer of creative fun and join us on Tuesday afternoons to explore art projects together. This week we're exploring making clay illustration. We'll provide all the supplies you'll need to take part. We can't wait to see what you create! All Ages

Needlework in the Nook

by Halifax Public Libraries

Calling all fibre crafters! Join us in the Library to get together with other crafters. Whether you're new to needlework or an experienced crafter, drop in and share your passion with others.

The Drop

by Halifax Public Libraries

Looking for a place to unwind on Wednesday afternoons? The Drop is your go-to hangout! Designed just for teens, this laid-back program offers a space to relax, connect with friends, and have fun after a long week. Play video games, use Library computers, or just chill out and enjoy the vibe. Whether you're flying solo or coming with friends, the program is a welcoming spot to be yourself. Ages 13-

Family Craft Drop-in

by Halifax Public Libraries

Join us for a family-friendly morning of crafts and colouring! This event is brought to you by the Lou Duggan Creative Studio, a place to Learn, Discover, Create, and Share.

STEAM in the Summer

by Halifax Public Libraries

Drop in to play and learn. This bi-weekly program offers an opportunity to explore science and technology while playing and having fun with creative activities. Today we're exploring Sun Art with photo sensitive paper (weather permitting). Ages 8 and up. Children under 8 are welcome to join with adult accompaniment.

Art in the Afternoon

by Halifax Public Libraries

Dive in to a summer of creative fun and join us on Tuesday afternoons to explore art projects together. This week we're creating with cardboard. Design and build together, we'll provide all the supplies you'll need to take part. We can't wait to see what you create! Ages 5 and up, younger children welcome with a caregiver.

Needlework in the Nook

by Halifax Public Libraries

Calling all fibre crafters! Join us in the Library to get together with other crafters. Whether you're new to needlework or an experienced crafter, drop in and share your passion with others.

Mental Health & Addiction in Canadian Seniors

by Halifax Public Libraries

In this talk, we will explore the often unspoken reality of Canadian Seniors living with addiction to alcohol, other substances, and gambling, the relationship between addiction and mental health, and the steps to recovery. In partnership with the Seniors' College Association of Nova Scotia

The Drop

by Halifax Public Libraries

Looking for a place to unwind on Wednesday afternoons? The Drop is your go-to hangout! Designed just for teens, this laid-back program offers a space to relax, connect with friends, and have fun after a long week. Play video games, use Library computers, or just chill out and enjoy the vibe. Whether you're flying solo or coming with friends, the program is a welcoming spot to be yourself. Ages 13-