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19th Annual Victorian Christmas
Halifax Citadel National Historic Site
Entrance off of Sackville St, Halifax
Let the spiced apple cider warm your hands and the sound of caroling children warm your heart at the 19th Annual Victorian Christmas. Watch the children light up with joy when they see Father Christmas and see them marvel at their own creativity when they make their own Christmas decorations. The Halifax Citadel will be broght to life with holiday cheer, festive activities and a glowing Christmas tree. The event takes place from 12 noon to 4pm. Admission is a donation to FEED Nova Scotia.
November 22 2008 to November 23 2008
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Halifax vs Louisbourg: The Final Siege Exhibit
July 01, 2008
- November 02, 2008
On May 29, 1758, the largest fleet of ships ever to set sail from Halifax left the harbour and headed north. This British armada, comprised of 150 ships carrying over 27,000 men, was bound for the French Fortress of Louisbourg to lay siege. The campaign lasted two months before British forces achieved their first major victory of the Seven Years War, a victory that would change the world, and Halifax forever.
Maritime Museum of the Atlantic
1675 Lower Water St, Halifax
Phone: (902) 424-7490
Website: maritime.museum.gov.ns.ca
Wines of Nova Scotia Fall Festival
September 04, 2008
- October 26, 2008
Discover the passion and artistry of Nova Scotia's winemakers and some of our province's finest chefs de cuisine. Wine tastings, grape stops, classes and wine pairing events all await your palate.
Province wide
Please Contact: Christine White
Phone: (902) 492-9291 ext 115
Website: www.winesofnovascotia.ca
George H. Craig: Painter, Photgrapher, and Visual Pioneer
September 30, 2008
- December 30, 2008
The second enhanced exhibit by George H. Craig will take place from Sept 30-Dec 30.
Dartmouth Heritage Museum
26 Newcastle St, Dartmouth
Phone: (902) 464-2300
Website: www.dartmouthheritagemuseum.ns.ca
SMILE! The Whole Tooth and Nothing but the Tooth exhibit
October 07, 2008
- January 18, 2009
For animals, teeth is one of the most important parts of their bodies. Journey into the world of teeth, dentistry and dental history in this hands-on, informative and often humourous exhibit. Check out the jaw-dropping activity station and play the crushing game that compares the strength of different animal jaws. Learn about the teeth and their fascinating connection to various cultures, prehistoric life, literature and forensics. Find out about Dentists Without Borders, a very special organization that brings smiles to children around the world. Presented in English and French.
Museum of Natural History
1747 Summer St, Halifax
Phone: (902) 424-7353
Website: nature.museum.gov.ns.ca
Grafton St. Dinner Theatre presents "Too Many Fish In The Sea"
October 10, 2008
- January 18, 2009
In an attempt to find that one true love, men and women alike have been floking to the internet. So what happens when the system crashes and we all have to meet face to face? Come find out in this musical comedy that may change your life...well probably not, but you will have a great time anyway.
Grafton St. Dinner Theatre
1741 Grafton St, Halifax
Phone: (902) 425-1961
Website: www.graftonstdinnertheatre.com
2008 Maritime Fall Fair
October 10, 2008
- October 19, 2008
Join us in celebrating the best of the best in agriculture as we bring the country to the city. experience farm fun, petting zoos, interactive agriculture displays, horse and cattle competitions, homemaking competitions, great food, midway rides and the best in family entertainment. See you at the fair!
Exhibition Park
200 Prospect Rd, Halifax
Phone: (902) 876-1811
Website: www.maritimefallfair.com
Haunted Hollow
October 11, 2008
- October 25, 2008
Come visit the Haunted Hollow! Now in our 5th year, there's been over 6,000 survivors that have made it through with most of their bodies still intact. Prepare yourself for a 30 minute walk through the surrounding woods. Guaranteed to scare you down to the depths of your soul- and don't think you'll be alone in the dark.
Cost is $7 per person with money being donated to the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation.
Haunted Hollow is open on: (weather permitting)
Saturday Oct 11th
Friday Oct 17th
Saturday Oct 18th
Friday Oct 24th
Saturday Oct 25th.
Please arrive between 7pm and 9pm. The walk will begin at 7:30pm. Please wear appropriate footwear.
1561 Hammonds Plains Rd,
Bedford
Website: www.thehauntedhollow.ca
DalTheatre presents Witch of Edmonton
October 15, 2008
- October 18, 2008
The small English town of Edmonton appears a bucolic paradise of benevolent lords, merry-making yokels and blissful young lovers. Scratch the surface, however, and you’ll find that hatred, bigamy, adultery, witchcraft, murder and even the Devil Himself can take on the most pleasing of shapes. Fresh news in 1621, this sensational true story of good intentions on the road to Hell speaks all too strongly today.
Tickets are $12 adults and $6 students and seniors. Showtime is at 8pm with a afternoon matinee at 2pm on Oct 18th.
David MacMurray Studio
Dalhousie Arts Centre, 6101 University Ave, Halifax
Phone: (902) 494-3820
Website: artscentre.dal.ca
10th Annual Mosaic for Mental Health
October 16, 2008
- October 26, 2008
An annual event since 1998, Canadian Mental Health Association invites artists from near and far to contribute to this worthy cause through submitting a variety of art pieces on 6"X6" masonite tiles. The finished artwork is then donated back to the CMHA and sold for $25/tile during the exhibit.
Craig Gallery
Alderney Landing, Dartmouth Waterfront beside the Dartmouth Ferry Terminal
Phone: (902) 461-4698
Website: www.alderneylanding.com
Sanctuary Trio in Concert
October 16, 2008
Taking their hallmark exploratory listening experience out of the cathedral setting into a more acoustically intimate surrounding, lovers of and newcomers to their concert performances can expect the same rich contemplative repertoire performed by the acclaimed trio – Jeff Reilly on bass clarinet, Christoph Both on cello and Peter Togni – this time with a jazzier twist with Peter out from behind the pipe organ to wax Sanctuary on a Roland VK7.
Tickets are $15 adults, $10 for students, seniors and JazzEast members. Tickets can be purchased at the door and can be reserved by calling (902) 492-2225.
The concert begins at 7:30pm.
1313 Hollis
1313 Hollis St, Halifax
Phone: (902) 492-2225
Website: www.sanctuarymusic.ca
