Talks and Lectures

The holiday season is coming and beauty and magic are in the air! We’re celebrating with an evening of readings and music that honour everyday moments of wonder and astonishment. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Halifax Central Library, on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Protein is getting a lot of attention these days, but it’s more than a trend. Learn why protein is important for overall health and healthy aging. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Cole Harbour Public Library, on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

The Dartmouth Open Writing Group is a supportive, monthly gathering designed for teens and adults of all experience levels who want to build consistent writing habits, meet with other writers in the community, and share techniques and hurdles with like-minded people. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Alderney Gate Public Library, on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Join author Khalil Akhtar for the launch of How to Eat With Your Hands: Roti Shoti and Other Ways to Settle In , in conversation with Simon Thibault ( Pantry and Palate: Remembering and Rediscovering Acadian Food ) on the nature of culinary storytelling and food writing at large. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Halifax Central Library, on Monday, November 16, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Nutrition label reading made easy! You’ll learn to understand the numbers on food labels and practice your skills with real food examples. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Alderney Gate Public Library, on Monday, November 16, 2026, from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Healthy eating is important at any age, but it plays a key role in promoting physical and emotional wellness as you get older. Come learn about key nutrients, foods, and habits to help you eat well as you age. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at J. D. Shatford Memorial Public Library, on Monday, November 16, 2026, from 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Join Nova Scotian author Tracy Barron to celebrate the release of her new children’s work Spencer Goes Sailing . It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at J. D. Shatford Memorial Public Library, on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Simon Francis of the Sipkne'katik Reservation in Hants County will discuss his life experiences as a Mi'kmaq in Nova Scotia while sharing a piece of history through his food. A sample of the prepared food will be available to try. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Sheet Harbour Public Library, on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Practice your communication skills and gain familiarity with Canadian society and culture in this conversation-based class designed for newcomer youth. This in-person class is offered in partnership with Action for Healthy Communities. It is a free Edmonton Public Library program at Clareview Library, every Monday from November 9 to November 30, 2026, 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM.

Practice your communication skills and gain familiarity with Canadian society and culture in this conversation-based class designed for newcomer youth. This class is offered in partnership with Action for Healthy Communities. It is a free Edmonton Public Library program at Castle Downs Library, every Thursday from November 12 to November 26, 2026, 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Step into a world that is all around us, but rarely seen. Join Edmonton based nature photographer and conservation communicator Dara Ojo for the launch of his new book, Tiny Titans: The Silent Keepers of Our Ecosystem. It is a free Edmonton Public Library program at Stanley A. Milner (Downtown) Library, on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Did you know that some Canadian provinces are the best places in the world to view the spectacular aurora? Come and explore the wonders of the aurora together as we look into the history, the science and the beauty behind nature's best light show! It is a free Edmonton Public Library program at Stanley A. Milner (Downtown) Library, on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, from 12:15 PM to 1:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.