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John Simmons was probably an elm tree in a past life. It would explain why he feels a deep connection to the American elm that stands in the centre of the Public Gardens. Or all of the trees in Halifax, for that matter. Simmons is Halifax’s urban forester. This means he’s responsible for protecting the…
Clam Harbour Sandcastle Competition Clam Harbour Beach, 158 Beach Road Sunday, August 12 9am-6pm It all started with $200 and a beach. Charlotte Wilson-Hammond had heard of the sandcastle competitions in California that drew huge crowds as artists sculpted sand into shapes of all kinds, and was sure that a similar event at the strip…
Seaport Beerfest Cunard Centre, 961 Marginal Road Friday August 10, 7-9:30pm Saturday August 11, 2-4:30pm and 7-9:30pmseaportbeerfest.com Nobody puts Seaport Beerfest in a corner. As the summer’s biggest excuse to hydrate (save for maybe this heat wave) celebrates its 12th season of pouring up beer on the pier, festival co-founder Brian Titus is pretty pleased…
If you’re on the hunt for a giant plush Pikachu, some colourful notebook stickers and a giant tube of wasabi that dispenses toilet paper…well, you’ve got some odd-yet-specific tastes. But good news for you! There’s a charming new shop in town that has you covered. The doors of Sarah & Tom have only been open…
Alison Durning makes something you never thought you’d need, something no one else in the city is making: crochet bikini tops and bottoms. Perfect for any kind of summer day—you might end up on the beach, or you might not. Wear them under a shirt, or in the water, they’ll hold up just fine. Under…
In the race against the increasingly widespread and devastating consequences of climate change, solutions tend to focus on products and technologies. Renewable energy, electric vehicles, biofuels, carbon capture and storage and geoengineering get much of the attention, in part because they lead us to believe we can continue acting as usual. Those technologies must be…
Airport president Joyce Carter calls in to talk about 9/11 and looking after the thousands of stranded passengers who suddenly found themselves stuck in Halifax. Activist Michael Karanicolas is here in studio discussing the erosion of privacy rights in the aftermath of devastating catastrophes. Plus, former AFF director Lia Rinaldo reflects on running a film festival…
It’s humid as fuck lately and I just want to have whatever fresh air from outside come in from my windows late at night while relaxing but I can’t do that these days. Your loud cackles and screams along with your shitty playlist make it impossible. How about you have a little consideration for your…
The Coast has approved two bitches threatening harm to animals, a crow and a cat specifically. Shut the fuck up you city fucks. Without that cat and crow you’d be overrun by rats. If I ever see you harm either, you will have hell to pay.—Kill All Humans
Next time you assholes want to complain about my garbage being out a few hours early on garbage night, consider the giant machine you had smashing concrete at 7am this morning. And then go fuck yourself.—Fuck you
The woodland jumping mouse has a hard life. Wikipedia (the ever-reliable source) says about 90 percent of them are eaten as young. Only a third of mice survive hibernation in any given year. They face predation on several fronts. On top of that, female mice are left to raise their young alone. The mice are…
You’ve probably been wondering W.T.F. or “Where’s The Fun” in New Brunswick? And we’re here to do the ground work for you. Let’s complete your weekend itinerary with a main course of quirky with a side of W.T.F. (Where’s The Fun) between August 10 – 12. Could you find festivities closer to Halifax? Probably. But…
Last week you said “how would you like it if I drove my car on the sidewalk?” Too soon, bro.—Chill the fuck out
I wish this whole city knew what you did to me. I am so sick and tired of hearing “oh, but he was so nice.” On the surface maybe you were. But you are a liar. You are an emotionally abusive trash fire. I refuse to feel anymore guilt. I am rebuilding my body. I…
You make me pull my hair out of my head, but only because you are just like me. Keep being the funny, goofy, smart girl you are. Don’t let teenage years corrupt who you are. Keep laughing, caring and helping others. Keep telling stories and let your imagination grow. Love, mom!—Birth Giver
Many thanks to all the customers who set their cell phones aside when we wait on you. Special love for those who also make eye contact.—Retailers everywhere
…Doesn’t un-break my heart. A direct gaze—male though it may be—does intrigue me and lifts my spirits; who are you?—GlaceBayheretic
Multiple fireworks shows and the Halifax Busker Festival bring high-energy glitz to the holiday weekend, while the Halifax Opera Fest continues a glamour-doused run and a Caribbean culture fest heats up The Common for maximum good times. Twelfth Night Friday, Sunday As Shakespeare By The Sea continues to celebrate its 25th season, the theatre company…
“In 2018, Goldilox found herself thrown back into time—into a far-out and colourful world where disco was in the air and everyone was getting high,” reads an old-school radio announcer’s voice in the singer’s Instagram story. “Recorded at Studio 108 in Paris, France, this new album witnesses Goldi’s path to Very Best. With her frequent…
Correction: This story originally stated the Shambhala School is owned by Shambhala International. While the two organizations share a name, they are not affiliated. The story has been updated to reflect this. Rhonda Newcombe can’t look her guru in the eye. There are a couple reasons for that, chief among them the allegations against Sakyong…
Within a two-block radius of my home in the north end of Halifax, there are six condo buildings in various stages of development. This, of course, doesn’t include the four adjacent lots at the end of my street that are being sold as a package for its tear-down value of $2 million. Who gains and…
Chris Downey has seen his community’s thirst for a brewery, so he’s giving it one: The Harbour Brewing Company had its anticipated soft opening earlier this week. Since Downey moved to Nova Scotia three years ago, he’s worked for craft brewing companies Spindrift Brewing Co. and Nine Locks Brewing Co. In his time with Nine…
Avondale Sky Winery just released a new vintage of its Benediction, a traditional (Champagne) method sparkling wine made from Geisenheim 318—a grape hybrid bred at (and named for) the Geisenheim Research Centre, from parents Riesling and Chancellor. The grape may have originated in Germany, but the wine is all Nova Scotia. Apple cider and rising…
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Leo (Jul 23-Aug 22) “Sometimes, I feel the past and the future pressing so hard on either side that there’s no room for the present at all.” A character named Julia says that in Evelyn Waugh’s novel Brideshead Revisited. I bring it to your attention as an inspiring irritant, as a prod to…
The PepTides August 6-7, 8pm The Carleton, 1685 Argyle Street $10 Need to add some pep to your step? Well, The PepTides are here to save the day. With seven east coast shows planned this week—including a pair of shows at The Carleton—the nine-member group is coming through with a prescription for summertime sadness. Featured…
Twelfth Night To August 31 Cambridge Battery, Point Pleasant Park $20 suggested donation tickethalifax.com Twenty-five years ago, nearly on a whim, Shakespeare By The Sea put up Twelfth NIght for a week in Point Pleasant Park. Last weekend the company opened the production for its fourth time, in honour of that anniversary. But there are…
Apartment 3 Espresso Bar 833 Sackville Drive WHO THEY ARE Three years ago, Alex and Heather Stephen left the bustle of Toronto for Lower Sackville in search of a change of pace. Alex is a musician and St. FX alum and Heather is a former World Cup bobsleigh competitor, but after they got married they…
Remembering Matthew Grimson Tuesday night, July 24, saw a packed house at Gus’ Pub to celebrate the life and music of Matthew Grimson. It was a night of high emotion, tears, laughter and reflection as a formidable slate of our best musicians and artists—former colleagues and bandmates of Matthew’s—took the stage to share his songs…
Q I’m gay and have been dating a guy for 10 months. He’s great overall, and I would say for the most part we both want it to work out. But I am having a problem with his friends and other lifestyle choices. All of his friends are straight, and almost all of them are…
