| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
 | Free Author’s Reading: The Hanging of Angélique CMIP-21 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM http://www.pier21.ca/home | X |
| In celebration of February as Black History Month, the Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 presents a free author’s reading of The Hanging of Angélique with Dr. Afua Cooper. Come to the Museum, 1055 Marginal Road, to hear the story highlighted through the author’s own voice, engage in thoughtful discussion and enjoy some light refreshments. For more information, visit the website listed above. | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
 | Discover Culture: Argentine Tango CMIP-21 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM http://www.pier21.ca/home | X |
| Come learn this romantic form of dance just in time for St. Valentine’s Day! This FREE dance workshop is led by, and presented in partnership with Tangonova. | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
| Spotlight Series: Nathan Patterson (Opening Reception) Seeds Gallery, NSCAD http://nscad.ca/en/home/shopsandservices/seedsgallery/spotlight/nathanpatterson/default.aspx | X | |
| Seeds Gallery proudly presents roster artist Nathan Patterson "WHEN THEY MEET" Painting Show: Feb 8 - March 4 Opening Reception: Feb 7 | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
 | Community Presents Exhibition: Preserving Our Heritage CMIP-21 http://www.pier21.ca/home | X |
| Explore how Ukrainian Canadians in Nova Scotia preserve and celebrate their traditions and culture surrounding language, food, clothing, music, dance and art. Don’t miss the beautiful iconic embroidery and Easter egg-writing on display. | ||
 | Diversity Spotlight Film Screening: The Mirror Boy CMIP-21 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM | X |
| The Museum will present the Canadian premiere of the international award-winning Nollywood film, The Mirror Boy, as part of our Diversity Spotlight series. The Mirror Boy is a film about identity and self-discovery, explored through the experience of a child growing up in the African Diaspora. The film’s Writer and Director, Obi Emelonye, based in London, UK, will be in attendance to introduce the film and lead an engaging Q&A session following the screening. | ||
| Spotlight Series: Nathan Patterson (Feb 8 - March 4) Seeds Gallery, NSCAD http://nscad.ca/en/home/shopsandservices/seedsgallery/spotlight/nathanpatterson/default.aspx | X | |
| Nathan Patterson is a local, Halifax-based artist who works in many different mediums, but has a propensity for paint. Patterson received his Bachelors in Fine Art from the Nova Scotia College of Art & Design University in 2010. | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
| Progress Club of Halifax Sports Celebrity Dinner Cunard Centre | X | |
| The Progress Club has been a main benefactor of Progress Centre since our inception in 1985 raising funds to help defray operational costs.· This is a must-see event, with a head table of well-known, accomplished athletes. | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
 | Preserving Our Heritage: Official Public Opening CMIP-21 http://www.pier21.ca/home | X |
| Preserving Our Heritage Explore how Ukrainian Canadians in Nova Scotia preserve and celebrate their traditions and culture surrounding language, food, clothing, music, dance and art. Don’t miss the beautiful iconic embroidery and Easter egg-writing on display. Join us for the Official Public Opening - all are welcome. | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
| Ethnic Media, Citizenship and Democracy: Presentation and Panel Discussion CMIP-21 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM | X | |
| Join keynote speaker Madeline Ziniak, Chair of the Canadian Ethnic Media Association, and panel participants Rita Shelton Deverell, Nancy’s Chair in Women’s Studies at MSVU, and Robin Arthur, editor of Touch BASE, as they discuss questions surrounding ethnic media and integration. Light refreshments will be served and admission is free of charge. Presented in partnership with the Canadian Ethnic Media Association and the University of King’s College School of Journalism. | ||
 | Halifax International Motorcycle Show, Feb 17 - 19 Cunard Centre 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM http://therealmotorcycleshow.com/ | X |
| Halifax’s historic waterfront showcases the finest motorcycles and accessories from around the world. For three amazing days, motorcycling enthusiasts from across the region will come together with world-class exhibitors—manufacturers, suppliers and dealers—in 50,000 square feet of exhibition space in the heart of Halifax. | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
 | Halifax International Motorcycle Show, Feb 17 - 19 Cunard Centre 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM http://therealmotorcycleshow.com | X |
| Halifax’s historic waterfront showcases the finest motorcycles and accessories from around the world. For three amazing days, motorcycling enthusiasts from across the region will come together with world-class exhibitors—manufacturers, suppliers and dealers—in 50,000 square feet of exhibition space in the heart of Halifax. | ||
| Nova Scotia Designer Crafts Council Open House NSDCC, 1113 Marginal Rd. 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM http://us2.campaign-archive1.com/?u=da4c7da33efe4e852546eb9e5&id=75f23baa3f | X | |
| Staff here at the NSDCC (that is Susan, Julie, Catherine and I) are rolling up our sleeves and taking on the Mayan Apocalypse in honour of our volunteers! For the next few days we will be stretching our brains to remember how to make a spectacularly homemade volcano, pulling out all the stops in interior palm tree design, and delving elbows deep into dark, melted chocolate to create a personal treasure for everyone. | ||
| NSCAD Portfolio Day NSCAD Port Campus, 1107 Marginal Rd. http://nscad.ca/en/home/admissions/pday/february18.aspx | X | |
| This is a prospective student's ultimate opportunity to visit NSCAD University and see what we have to offer. It's a great chance to learn about our programs, tour our facilities and see the work students do here. If you have work of your own, bring it along. Sit down with us and we’ll talk about you, your work and how you can prepare your portfolio for admission. For further details, individuals should contact the Office of Admissions, (902) 494 8129, or toll free at 1 888 444 5989. | ||
 | Halifax International Motorcycle Show, Feb 17 - 19 Cunard Centre 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM http://therealmotorcycleshow.com | X |
| Halifax’s historic waterfront showcases the finest motorcycles and accessories from around the world. For three amazing days, motorcycling enthusiasts from across the region will come together with world-class exhibitors—manufacturers, suppliers and dealers—in 50,000 square feet of exhibition space in the heart of Halifax. | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
 | Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
 | Community Presents Exhibition: Great Eastern Sun: The Shambhala Community in Nova Scotia CMIP-21 http://www.pier21.ca/home | X |
| Great Eastern Sun: The Shambhala Community in Nova Scotia Discover how the international headquarters of the Shambhala Buddhist community came to be established in Nova Scotia and about the traditional Tibetan teachings that inspire the community today. Learn about the contemplative practices of meditation, calligraphy and photography. | ||
| Sprawl: Natasha Krzyzewski Corridor Gallery, VANS, 1113 Marginal Road | X | |
| These drawings explore the suburbs in an attempt to address the presence of alienation in modern life. The imagined spaces of the drawings consider the behaviors that people adopt in public and private places. Much of the negative associations surrounding the suburbs are a result of how large they are, and the physical as well as mental barriers to inhabitants when creating meaningful relationships with each other. These works draw attention to vast expanses, streets, buildings, private property, and colour to highlight them as the causes for this malaise. | ||
 | Garrison Ultimate Brew-Off Deadline Garrison Brewing http://garrisonbrewing.com/brew-off.html | X |
| Garrison is excited to host the fourth annual Ultimate Brew-offs. This is a call to Maritime homebrewers to brew their best for a shot at greatness … the winner gets to make a commercial batch of their beer at Garrison Brewing with Brewmaster Daniel Girard. This year’s style to brew is Rye IPA. Beer samples, registration forms and fees are due by Monday, Feb. 27, 2012. Visit the website listed above for contest details. May the best brewer win! | ||
| Incredible Community Supper Halifax Seaport Farmers' Market 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM $75.00 | X | |
| The Halifax Seaport Farmers Market is hosting an Incredible Community Supper sponsored by Select NS and The Coast. The dinner will feature a multi course meal prepared by 10 Market Chefs with local seasonal ingredients. Tickets are available at the Halifax Seaport Farmers Market, by calling 492-4043, or emailing eventsjk@halifaxfarmersmarket.com Come show your support for local farms, food providers and a local sustainable food industry. | ||