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FEBRUARY 2016

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Central PROGRAM LISTINGS

PLEASE NOTE: AFRICAN HERITAGE MONTH

PROGRAMS ARE LISTED SEPARATELY.

Adult Heart Health Public Talk with Dr. David McFarlane and Dr. Lindsey Carter February is Heart Month. Show love to yourself and your family by a ending this interac ve talk led by residents from Dalhousie University’s Adult Car‐diology training program. Learn about risk factors for cardiac disease, com‐mon symptoms of coronary artery dis‐ease, and poten al treatments, includ‐ing lifestyle changes, medica on, and interven ons such as stent procedures and surgery. In partnership with Nova Sco a Health Authority. Mon, Feb 1/12 PM R I F S Si, Se Peude: Seven Days at PAH Barcelona See an inspiring and energizing film about the strategies and tac cs of Spain's Pla orm of People Affected by Mortgages, a bold and powerful move‐ment dedicated to confron ng debt and preven ng the evic on of people from their homes. In partnership with Radical Imagina on Project and Cine‐ma Poli ca. Mon, Feb 1/6:30 PM

What About the People Who Owned the Northwest Territories with Dr. Adam Gaudry Adam’s research explores nineteenth‐century Mé s poli cal thought, the forma on of a Mé s treaty‐rela onship with Canada in 1870, and the subsequent non‐implementa on of that agreement. This project argues the existence a “Manitoba treaty” be‐tween the Mé s people and Canada necessitates the maintenance of a re‐spec ul and bilateral poli cal rela on‐ship between the treaty partners. Dr. Adam Gaudry is the Assistant Professor in the Department of Indigenous Stud‐ies at the University of Saskatchewan. Wed, Feb 3/6:30 PM Movie The Mar an Rated PG During a manned mission to Mars, As‐tronaut Mark Watney is presumed dead a er a fierce storm and le be‐hind by his crew. But Watney has sur‐vived and finds himself stranded and alone on the hos le planet. With only meager supplies, he must draw upon his ingenuity, wit, and spirit to subsist and find a way to signal to Earth that he is alive. Based on the bestselling novel. Starring Ma Damon. Thu, Feb 4/6:30 PM Thunderbolts Dixieland Band Get ready for Mardi Gras! The Thun‐derbolts are a local band of profession‐al musicians who lend a Halifax flavour to tradi onal New Orleans Dixieland music. Sun, Feb 7/2 PM

R I F S Black Power Mixtape, 1967‐1975 An ar ul and fresh assemblage of un‐seen archival footage, shot by Swedish journalists, reconstruc ng racial poli‐cs and the Black Power movement in

the U.S. In partnership with Radical Imagina on Project and Cinema Poli ‐ca. Mon, Feb 8/6:30 PM Dan Conlin: War Through the Lens: The Canadian Army Film and Photo Unit, 1941‐1945 War Through the Lens is the story of the Canadian Army Film and Photo Unit that followed Canadians into ba le all across Europe in WWII. These are the men and women who took the photos and shot the film that you see on every WWII anniversary and Re‐membrance Day. Most of them went overseas from Pier 21 as soldiers and then were trained as cameramen in Europe. They took enormous risks to document Canadians in ba le. Over a third of them were wounded or killed, including Lew Currie of Enfield, NS, a film unit driver killed a few days a er D‐Day. Join author Dan Conlin for an illustrated talk at the story behind these pictures featuring drama c pho‐tographs and newsreel footage of the war. Tue, Feb 9/7 PM

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Documentary Walking the Camino: Six Ways to San ago An award‐winning documentary that takes an up‐close look at one of hu‐manity’s most me‐honoured tradi‐ons, walking the 800 km trek across

northern Spain. The film follows six pilgrims, from all walks of life, as they cross an en re country one step at a me with only a backpack and an open

mind. In partnership with Canadian Company of Pilgrims ‐ Halifax Chapter. Wed, Feb 10/6:30 PM The 10 Common Myths About Girls and Science, Technology, Engineering, Math (STEM), and How to Bust Them The Women in Science and Engineering ‐ Atlan c Region program is primarily engaged in inspiring youth to consider Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) careers and making them aware of the diversity of jobs that exist within these fields. We also support women in STEM careers through pro‐fessional development opportuni es. WISEatlan c.ca. In partnership with Women in Science and Engineering – Atlan c Region (WISEatlan c). Wed, Feb 10/7 PM Job Search Workshops Cover Le ers This workshop addresses the crea on of a cover le er as a supplement to your resume. In partnership with YMCA Employment Centre. Wed, Feb 10/10 AM‐12 PM Registra on required

In Conversa on with André Alexis 2015 Sco abank Giller Prize Winner What a literary event this night will be! Local author Alexander MacLeod is ready to dive into the heart and mind of 2015 Sco abank Giller Prize Winner, André Alexis. At the centre of their discussion is Fi een Dogs, a though ul, big‐hearted novel that asks: if dogs were given human intelligence, would they be happier than humans are? Ex‐pect a night of good humour and liter‐ary insights as two of our country's most engaging authors explore what it means to be human and to write about it. In partnership with Sco abank. Thu, Feb 11/7 PM Central Library Book Club Life a er Life, by Kate Atkinson What if you could live your life again and again, un l you got it right? During a snowstorm in England in 1910, a ba‐by is born and dies before she can take her first breath. During a snowstorm in England in 1910, the same baby is born and lives to tell the tale. What if there were second chances? And third chances? In fact an infinite number of chances to live your life? Would you eventually be able to save the world from its own inevitable des ny? And would you even want to? Thu, Feb 11/7 PM Registra on required

Seasons of Love CD Release Concert with SAINTS ALIVE! Theatre There are 525,600 minutes in every year to share love. This Valen ne's Day, come celebrate the many aspects of love with some of musical theatre's greatest love songs sung by local youth. Songs include favourites from Les Miserables, Rent, Wicked, Beauty and the Beast, and many more. (By the way, this CD was recorded in the Cen‐tral Library's very own Media Studios). In partnership with SAINTS ALIVE! The‐atre. Sun, Feb 14/3 PM‐4:30 PM Out of Focus: ADHD Awareness Workshop for Adults and Teens Do you struggle to maintain consistent employment/educa on, rela onships, finances, and health? You could be one of the es mated 1,000,000 Canadians living with ADHD and co‐occurring con‐di ons. Join Keith Gelhorn, founder of the Nova Sco a ADHD Ac on Group, in an interac ve workshop about the di‐agnos c process, treatment op ons and community resources. Keith was diagnosed with ADHD at the age of 34 and is no stranger to the challenges the diagnosis can have on one’s life. In partnership with ADDvocacy ADHD and Life Skills Coaching. Tue, Feb 16/7 PM

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Introduc on to Living with Stress Stress is a part of everyday life. Having a toolkit to handle stress can help us feel capable of handling new stressful situa ons as they come up. Join us for this session and learn skills to deal with stress and prac cal techniques such as exploring your values, staying present, and relaxa on. To register, call the Community Health Team at 902‐460‐4560. In partnership with Halifax Pen‐insula Community Health Team. Wed, Feb 17/9:30 AM‐11:30 AM In Person: Ac vist Filmmaker John Walker & His Passage With a unique blend of drama c ac on and behind‐the‐scenes documentary footage, filmmaker John Walker shares the mul ‐layered story of two daring men: Bri sh explorer Sir John Franklin, who a empted to find the Northwest Passage in 1845, and Sco sh doctor John Rae, who discovered their dismal fate and wrote a dark report of mad‐ness and cannablism and that sparked waves of controversy. Come see John Walker's moving documentary and take part in a discussion with the filmmaker himself. In partnership with Na onal Film Board of Canada. Pas‐sage is one film in a two‐part series on filmmaker John Walker, one of the most pres gious Canadian directors working in the documentary genre. In partnership with Na onal Film Board of Canada. Thu, Feb 18/6:30 PM

Philanthropy Lunch and Learn Learn how to fundraise for local chari‐es, including DIY fundraising ideas and

volunteer roles to fit your lifestyle. This workshop will leave you inspired! Lunch provided by Sobeys. Call 902‐483‐9956 to register. In partnership with Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Greater Halifax. Fri, Feb 19/12 PM Registra on required

Documentary Ireland's Great Hunger and the Irish Diaspora Join us for this recent documentary on the causes and effects of "An Gorta Mór ", the great Irish Hunger. The film features a mix of historical and person‐al material and includes coverage of the Canadian recep on of famine‐driven immigrants through Grosse Ile, Quebec, now an Irish Memorial Na on‐al Historic Site. As well, the 'Earl Gray scheme' is described, whereby 4000 Irish adolescent girls were sent from Irish workhouses to Australia, between 1848 and 1850. In partnership with An Cumann, the Irish Associa on of Nova Sco a. Sat, Feb 20/2 PM

February is Psychology Month Film Screening Inside Out Rated PG Join us for a screening of the film, In‐side Out, followed by a discussion about the film’s themes and the world of emo onal development with local child development and mental health experts. Ac vi es for children will also be available a er the film in the BMO Room, 2nd floor. In partnership with Psychology Departments of the IWK Health Centre, Dalhousie University, Nova Sco a Health Authority, Saint Mary’s University, and the Associa on of Psychologists of Nova Sco a. Sun, Feb 21/2 PM R I F S No Land No Food No Life A hard‐hi ng film that explores sus‐tainable small‐scale agriculture and the urgent call for an end to corporate land grabs. In partnership with Radical Im‐agina on Project and Cinema Poli ca. Mon, Feb 22/6:30 PM Faith vs Fact: The Incompa bility of Science and Religion with Jerry Coyne Many people claim that science and religion are not only compa ble, but that they can help each other via frui ul dialogue. In this talk, Jerry Coyne shows that this claim is false: science and faith are absolutely incom‐pa ble, and on several levels. Jerry Coyne is a evolu onary biologist and writer. Tue, Feb 23/7 PM

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Jyo , the Light Within A Kirtan Concert Please join us for an evening of ecsta c chan ng and medita on. Upli your spirit and connect with the peace and joy that you are through sacred San‐skrit chants. All are welcome! In part‐nership with Art of Living Founda on. Thu, Feb 25/7 PM Acous c Song Circle Budding and experienced musicians, you are invited to join our monthly musical gathering. We welcome all types of acous c instruments and in‐vite people with all skill levels to share their music with others. Bring copies of songs, including guitar chords, if possi‐ble, so that other par cipants can join in the song. Please bring your own in‐strument, your singing voice, or just your admira on for good music. Sat, Feb 27/2 PM Yoga Flow Connect to your breath, play with bal‐ance, build strength, and increase flexi‐bility. This session is suitable for all levels and great for beginners. Please bring a mat. To register, visit event‐brite.ca and search for Yoga Flow. Drop‐ins also welcome! Sun, Feb 28/2 PM

Jim Bennet: South End Boy Growing Up in Halifax in the Tumultuous '30s and '40s Beloved singer‐songwriter and former CBC host Jim Bennet brings his story‐telling gi to his memoir. He vividly recounts the sights, sounds, and smells of growing up in the south end of Hali‐fax before the Second World War. In partnership with Formac Publishing. Mon, Feb 29/7 PM SCANS: Mysteries of Russian History with Natalia Kutovenko This scien fic evidence‐based course will explore the origin of the Ancient Slavs and the bap zing of Russia; the life and death of Ivan the Terrible; Pe‐ter the Great and the forging of his last will; the Amber Room and the history of the stolen treasures during WWII; the murder of the Tzars from the ruling Romanov family; Evno Azef as the greatest double agent in Russia; the role of Raspu n in the life of the Rus‐sian Imperial family; and the mysteri‐ous death of I. (Joseph) Stalin. In part‐nership with Seniors College Associa‐on of Nova Sco a (SCANS).

Mondays/1 PM‐3 PM No class February 15

NSCAD: Introduc on to Material Culture with Max Haiven This course is about things: how people make, use and dispose of things, what things mean and how things are valued and the way things are part of and in‐fluence culture, art and society at large. Borrowing from anthropology, sociology, art history, cultural studies, economics and other fields, this wide‐ranging course largely focuses on our highly consumerist and materialist civi‐liza ons and the prospects for its trans‐forma on. In partnership with NSCAD. Tuesdays/1 PM No program February 16 SMU: The Development of Science Fic on to the New Wave with Sandi Orser The course will explore visionary and specula ve literature ranging from its beginnings to the 1980s, including the New Wave. Topics such as the follow‐ing will be discussed: the influence of early writers, such as H. G. Wells, the importance of the "pulp" magazines of the 1920s and 1930s, the work of the Golden Age writers, and the develop‐ment of the New Wave movement. The use and development of well‐known themes and icons of science fic on will be traced. In partnership with SMU Department of Con nuing Educa on. Wednesdays/1 PM No program February 17

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Newcomers English Conversa on Group Newly arrived to Halifax? Meet new people, prac ce your English and learn about your new community! Level 3 English or higher required. Thursdays/10 AM‐12 PM Registra on required

SMU: Islam in North America Since 9/11 with Adnan Hussain This course is a mul faceted introduc‐on to Islam in North America with a

focus on the decade and a half follow‐ing the events of September 11th 2001. We will explore the mul ple tra‐jectories of Islam’s arrival in North America before and during the 20th century and how the debates on secu‐ri za on have con nued to impact Muslims in Canada and the United States. We will explore issues such as gender, law and Muslim iden ty in an a empt to understand the trajectories of Islam in the West. We will also do a detailed case study of the 2015 elec‐on and how Islam factored promi‐

nently in the conserva ve rout. There are no prerequisites for this course and we welcome community members and students who are interested in explor‐ing Islam and Muslims in uncertain mes. In partnership with SMU Depart‐

ment of Con nuing Educa on. Thursdays/1 PM No program February 18

Kids Pre‐Teen Drop In Celebrate Chinese New Year! Ages 8‐12 Something different every week! There might be iPads, laptops, cra supplies or video games. Plus we always have free snacks! Thu, Feb 4/3:30 PM‐4:30 PM Fun with Stop Mo on Anima on Ages 8‐12 Learn how to plan and create a short stop‐mo on animated film. No experi‐ence is necessary. Sat, Feb 6/2 PM‐4 PM Registra on required

Family Cra ernoon Ages 3+ Make something together or side by side; all materials are provided so you can just drop in. Sat, Feb 6/2:30 PM‐3:30 PM Pre‐Teen Drop In Valen ne’s Day Party! Ages 8‐12 Something different every week! There might be iPads, laptops, cra supplies or video games. Plus we always have free snacks! Thu, Feb 11/3:30 PM‐4:30 PM Lovely Short Films All ages (Rated G) Enjoy a selec on of short films chosen for their heart‐warming or Valen ne themes. Sun, Feb 14/2:30 PM‐3:30 PM

Pre‐Teen Drop In Bad Art Day Ages 8‐12 Something different every week! There might be iPads, laptops, cra supplies or video games. Plus we always have free snacks! Thu, Feb 18/3:30 PM‐4:30 PM Fun with Playmobil All ages Play with the library's Playmobil toy sets (aimed at age 4+) and our Playmo‐bil 1,2,3 for li le kids. Sat, Feb 20/2:30 PM‐3:30 PM Lego at the Library Ages 5+ Let your imagina on run wild with the library's Lego collec on. Create some fun for the whole family. Sun, Feb 21/2:30 PM‐3:30 PM Pre‐Teen Drop In Silent Library Ages 12‐18 Something different every week! There might be iPads, laptops, cra supplies or video games. Plus we always have free snacks! Thu, Feb 25/3:30 PM‐4:30 PM Family Cra ernoon Ages 3+ Make something together or side by side; all materials are provided so you can just drop in. Sat, Feb 27/2:30 PM‐3:30 PM

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Family Games Ages 3+ Drop in to play a board game or an ac ve game‐ the selec on is different each me! Sun, Feb 28/2:30 PM‐3:30 PM

Preschoolers Puppet Show The Best Valen ne in the World! All ages Enjoy a relaxed and atmosphere and a fun Valen ne's Day puppet show story for the whole family. Sat, Feb 13/10:30 AM‐11 AM Free ckets given out 30 min before event

Puppet Show Jack and the Beanstalk All ages A favourite tale brought to life with puppets! Sat, Feb 20/10:30 AM‐11 AM Free ckets given out 30 min before event

Baby and Tot Drop‐In Ages 0‐2 Books, toys, social me for parents and caregivers. Mondays/10:30 AM‐11:15 AM No program February 15, Story me Ages 3‐5 Story me features great picture books, felt stories and rhymes, songs and more. This program fosters independ‐ence as children a end without care‐givers or work towards that goal. Tuesdays/10:30 AM‐11 AM Registra on required

Shake, Ra le, and Read for Groups Ages 0‐5 Children explore music through learn‐ing and singing songs, playing rhythm instruments and books and other fun stuff. Parents and caregivers par ci‐pate with children, so that everyone learns new songs and music ideas to do at home. Wednesdays/10 AM‐10:30 AM Groups registra on required, Free ckets given out 30 min before event

Shake, Ra le, and Read for Families Ages 0‐5 Children explore music through learn‐ing and singing songs, playing rhythm instruments and books and other fun stuff. Parents and caregivers par ci‐pate with children, so that everyone learns new songs and music ideas to do at home. Wednesdays/10:45 AM‐11:15 AM Groups registra on required, Free ckets given out 30 min before event

Baby's First Books Ages 0‐18 months In this program babies hear stories, songs and rhymes and interact with other babies. Parents and caregivers learn new songs and fun things to do with baby, plus have some social me with other grown‐ups. Wednesdays/2 PM‐2:45 PM Registra on required

Tales for Tots Ages 19‐35 months Stories, songs, rhymes, toys and more, specially chosen to engage and delight toddlers. Parents and caregivers learn fun new things to do with their tots, but also have me to socialize with the other grown‐ups. Thursdays/10:30 AM‐11:15 AM Registra on required

Family Drop‐in Ages 0‐5 The whole family can enjoy a variety of ac vi es including stories and songs. Fridays/10:30 AM‐11:15 AM Free ckets given out 30 min before event

Teens Anime & Manga Club Ages 12‐18 Watch Anime, discuss Manga, make cra s, eat snacks, and lots more. Wed, Feb 3/6:30 PM‐8 PM Teen Zone Nacho Night Ages 12‐18 This is nacho average Teen Zone. Join us in the crea ve lab for another epic meal. This me, we’re making a big batch of library nachos! And, as usual, we have video games, cra supplies, board games, music, iPads, laptops, and more. Thu, Feb 4/6 PM‐8 PM

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Teen Zone An ‐Valen ne's Day Ages 12‐18 Not a fan of Valen ne's Day? Have no fear ‐ you can come join in the library party with cookie decora ng, cra s, snacks, and a celebra on of all things an ‐Valen ne. And, as usual, we have video games, cra supplies, board games, music, iPads, laptops, and more. Thu, Feb 11/6 PM‐8 PM Youth Talk: Heartwood Drop‐in Night Monthly Wednesday Meet‐ups Ages 14‐18 Heartwood hosts a fun‐filled, s gma free, community drop‐in night for teens. Share and explore what ma ers to you through ac vi es and discus‐sions. Discover new opportuni es and be heard. In partnership with Heart‐wood Centre for Community Youth Development. Wed, Feb 17/5:30 PM‐7:30 PM Teen Zone Teen Choice Movie Night Ages 12‐18 Stop by for some popcorn and a movie of your choice. And, as usual, we have cra supplies, board games, music, iPads, laptops, and more. Thu, Feb 18/6 PM‐8 PM

Teen Zone Lip Sync Ba le Ages 12‐18 Lip Sync ba le is back! You and your friends can grab the mic, jump on the stage, and show us the best or the goofiest lip sync performance to your favorite hit songs. And, as usual, we have video games, cra supplies, board games, music, iPads, laptops, and more. Thu, Feb 25/6 PM‐8 PM Unity Hub Ages 12‐18 A weekly community program that unites all elements of hip‐hop that fo‐cuses on building skills through peer‐to‐peer mentorship and ar s c perfor‐mance. In partnership with UNITY Charity. Mondays/5 PM‐7 PM No program February 15

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