Friends of JD Shatford Memorial Public Library

06/11/2026

This Saturday at Play Café enjoy a storytime, puppet show, and short kids film. 🐶🐶

06/09/2026

Do you wonder how you could get a better night’s sleep? Register today for Building Better Sleep taking place on Monday the 15th. Visit the branch or call 902-857-9176 to sign up.

Sleep is vital to our physical health, mental health, and overall well-being. Engage in a discussion about why we sleep, what impacts our sleep, and discover other tips to get a better sleep.

06/07/2026

Tuesday, June 9th Movie Night: The Barkleys of Broadway 🕺💃
Not Rated | 1949 | 1h 49min

Beloved dancing duo Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers star in The Barkleys of Broadway as a successful (though argumentative) musical-comedy team. When a serious playwright envisions Dinah (Rogers) as a great dramatic actress, the couple split so she can follow her dream of stepping into the spotlight alone.

06/06/2026

Interested in 3D printing and design? Register today for 3D Printing Design 101 taking place on Wednesday the 17th at 7pm. Visit the branch or call 902-857-9176 to save your spot.

In this workshop, you’ll learn what 3D printing technology can do, how to design your own 3D objects, and how to prepare the files for the printer. You'll even have your own design 3D Printed at Central Library, and returned to you after the program.

Basic computer skills are required. Laptops will be supplied, but feel free to bring your own if you feel more comfortable using it.

06/05/2026

If you are navigating the unique joys and challenges of raising a neurodivergent child, this new peer support group could be for you.

This program is for parents and caregivers of neurodivergent children of all ages and abilities. We will gather to create community and foster connections, share information and resources, and discuss strategies for navigating parenting.

06/04/2026

Join St. Margaret's Bay Pride at the Library on Saturday at 11am for a fun-filled Pride kickoff! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤍🩷🩵🤎🖤

THIS SATURDAY!

🏳️‍🌈 We will be launching the Bay Pride 2026 Festival Schedule at the Pride Dance Party at J.D. Shatford library on June 6th 11-12pm!! You are not going to want to miss this.

🗓️ Sat. June 6th, 11-12pm
📍 J. D. Shatford Memorial Library, 10353 St. Margarets Bay Rd, Hubbards

💃 Put on your dancing shoes and join us in celebrating Pride at this family-friendly event.

The fun will kick off with a storytime from Drag Queens Miss.Shapen and AnarKid, followed by the unveiling of the library’s Pride Flag. Then move and groove through the colourful car wash and dance with rainbow ribbons. If dancing isn’t for you, you can hang out at the craft table and make a Pride bracelet.

We’ll be on hand to answer any questions about the upcoming Pride festival and give away mini Pride flags and stickers.

Big thanks to the J.D. Shatford library team for organizing this event!

Halifax Public Libraries Friends of JD Shatford Memorial Public Library

05/15/2026

All artists welcome! 🎨📸

Join local artist and photographer Gavin McMurray for a presentation on technical "repro." Learn the history of digital terminology and improvisational approaches to camera colour correction, working with lighting and supports, and using image manipulation software.

05/14/2026

🏳️‍🌈 We will be LAUNCHING the Bay Pride 2026 Festival Schedule at the Pride Dance Party at J.D. Shatford library on June 6th 11-12pm!! You are not going to want to miss this.

🗓️ Sat. June 6th, 11-12pm
📍 J. D. Shatford Memorial Library, 10353 St. Margarets Bay Rd, Hubbards

💃 Put on your dancing shoes and join us in celebrating Pride at this family-friendly event.

The fun will kick off with a storytime from Drag Queens Miss.Shapen and AnarKid, followed by the unveiling of the library’s Pride Flag. Then move and groove through the colourful car wash and dance with rainbow ribbons. If dancing isn’t for you, you can hang out at the craft table and make a Pride bracelet.

We’ll be on hand to answer any questions about the upcoming Pride festival and give away mini Pride flags and stickers.

Big thanks to the J.D. Shatford library team for organizing this event!

Halifax Public Libraries Friends of JD Shatford Memorial Public Library

05/05/2026

Call or visit the branch today to sign up for the Learn to Henna Workshop.
📲902-857-9176

Join henna artist Vineeta Rajani to enjoy the creativity and cultural importance of henna body art.

In this workshop, you will learn about henna, its origins, and how to draw basic henna designs, starting on paper before moving onto your own skin. Each participant will also have a beautiful henna pattern drawn on by Vineeta to show off to family and friends!

04/24/2026

🎉🎉The Library is back up and running! 🎉🎉

Regular hours apply, all programs back on, books and all other items available to borrow.

A note about May programs - there are some great ones coming up that require pre-registration. Call the branch (902-857-9176) or visit in person to see what's on and sign up.