Talks and Lectures

Free talks, lectures, author meetings and panels.

November 2026

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Freeyo illustration, not a photo of Stitch Smart: Injury Prevention for Knitters & Crocheters at Cole Harbour Public Library (Nov 25, 2026)
Nov
25
Wed
In 16 days

Stitch Smart: Injury Prevention for Knitters & Crocheters at Cole Harbour Public Library (Nov 25, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

Love your craft but not the aches that come with it? Join physiotherapist, Shannon Fitzharris, for a hands-on session on keeping your hands, wrists, neck, and shoulders healthy, so you can keep stitching for years to come. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Cole Harbour Public Library, on Wednesday, November 25, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Free
Indoor
Freeyo illustration, not a photo of Health Strategies for Perimenopause & Beyond: 3-Week Program at Keshen Goodman Public Library (Nov 24, 2026)
Nov
24
Tue
In 15 days

Health Strategies for Perimenopause & Beyond: 3-Week Program at Keshen Goodman Public Library (Nov 24, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

If you’re feeling that perimenopause is impacting your life, you're not alone. Join us as we explore key areas of physical, emotional, and nutritional well-being to help you navigate this transition with greater confidence and support. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Keshen Goodman Public Library, on Tuesday, November 24, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Free
Indoor
Freeyo illustration, not a photo of An Evening with Brad Gushue at Halifax Central Library (Nov 23, 2026)
Nov
23
Mon
In 14 days

An Evening with Brad Gushue at Halifax Central Library (Nov 23, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

We are thrilled to welcome Olympic Gold medallist Brad Gushue to Halifax for the launch of his new book Gushue: The Making of A Champion . Over the course of his remarkable career, Brad Gushue set a new standard of curling excellence. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Halifax Central Library, on Monday, November 23, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

6:30 PM to 8:00 PM
Free
Indoor
Freeyo illustration, not a photo of Seeing is Believing: How the Telescope Changed Who We Are & What We Know at Keshen Goodman Public Library (Sundays, Nov 15 to 29, 2026)

Seeing is Believing: How the Telescope Changed Who We Are & What We Know at Keshen Goodman Public Library (Sundays, Nov 15 to 29, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

Tony Schellinck presents the history of astronomy in this 4-part lecture series that will dive into an understanding and discovery of the universe, as seen through telescopes. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Keshen Goodman Public Library, every Sunday from November 15 to November 29, 2026, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Sundays, Nov 15 to 29, 2026, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Free
Indoor
Freeyo illustration, not a photo of The Art & Craft of Writing Murder Mysteries with Will Ferguson at Halifax Central Library (Nov 22, 2026)
Nov
22
Sun
In 13 days

The Art & Craft of Writing Murder Mysteries with Will Ferguson at Halifax Central Library (Nov 22, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

Award-winning, bestselling author Will Ferguson ( Officer Shimada and the Disappearing Girl ; I Only Read Murder ) dives into the art of writing a murder mystery. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Halifax Central Library, on Sunday, November 22, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
Free
Indoor
Freeyo illustration, not a photo of DIY Investing: Is It Right for You? at Halifax Central Library (Nov 19, 2026)
Nov
19
Thu
In 10 days

DIY Investing: Is It Right for You? at Halifax Central Library (Nov 19, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

Since 2021, more than 4 million Canadians have opened DIY investing accounts. Should you join them and jump on this rising trend? It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Halifax Central Library, on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

7:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Free
Indoor
Freeyo illustration, not a photo of AI for All: Intro to Generative AI & Prompt Engineering at Halifax Central Library (Nov 19, 2026)
Nov
19
Thu
In 10 days

AI for All: Intro to Generative AI & Prompt Engineering at Halifax Central Library (Nov 19, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

Enhance your personal AI (Artificial Intelligence) Literacy by taking a deeper look at one of the most widely discussed AI technologies today: Generative AI (GenAI), including large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT and Claude. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Halifax Central Library, on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Free
Family Friendly Indoor
Freeyo illustration, not a photo of Top Scams Targeting Consumers at Sheet Harbour Public Library (Nov 19, 2026)
Nov
19
Thu
In 10 days

Top Scams Targeting Consumers at Sheet Harbour Public Library (Nov 19, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

Join the Better Business Bureau for a presentation on the top 10 riskiest scams targeting consumers in Canada, using the most recent consumer research available. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Sheet Harbour Public Library, on Thursday, November 19, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Drop in, no registration needed.

10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Free
Indoor
Freeyo illustration, not a photo of History Matters: The Sisterhood at Work for the Benefit of the Country, Anna Le... at Halifax Central Library (Nov 18, 2026)
Nov
18
Wed
In 9 days

History Matters: The Sisterhood at Work for the Benefit of the Country, Anna Le... at Halifax Central Library (Nov 18, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

Anna Leonowens always loved the limelight, played to it well, and excelled at personal reinvention. Her final years in Halifax, largely forgotten today, were no exception. 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.

7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Free
Family Friendly Indoor
Freeyo illustration, not a photo of Daily Magic: A Celebration of Wonder, Music & the Written Word at Halifax Central Library (Nov 18, 2026)
Nov
18
Wed
In 9 days

Daily Magic: A Celebration of Wonder, Music & the Written Word at Halifax Central Library (Nov 18, 2026)

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.

7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
Free
Indoor
Freeyo illustration, not a photo of The Art of Handcrafting: Celebrating Identity & Culture Through Afro-Inspired Accessories at Woodlawn Public Library (Nov 18, 2026)
Nov
18
Wed
In 9 days

The Art of Handcrafting: Celebrating Identity & Culture Through Afro-Inspired Accessories at Woodlawn Public Library (Nov 18, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

Join Stella Oriane Diebou for an exploration of African wax fabrics, and learn about their fascinating history, cultural significance, and symbolic meanings. It is a free Halifax Public Libraries program at Woodlawn Public Library, on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
Free
Family Friendly Indoor
Freeyo illustration, not a photo of Protein Made Simple at Cole Harbour Public Library (Nov 18, 2026)
Nov
18
Wed
In 9 days

Protein Made Simple at Cole Harbour Public Library (Nov 18, 2026)

Talks and Lectures

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.

6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
Free
Indoor