1Learn to surf If you’ve been hearing people rave about how awesome surfing in Nova Scotia can be, but never braved the board yourself, this could be your year to go all Blue Crush. Lawrencetown’s East Coast Surf School caters to newbies and up-and-comers, offering beginner, group and private lessons, as well as board and […]
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A World Cup starter kit
The World Cup is upon us and footie fever is high, especially with the announcement that Canada will be one of three host countries for the 2026 tourney. If you want to brush up on your World Cup knowledge, or just can’t get enough of soccer, here is a brief primer on who to watch. […]
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The longest day
On the third anniversary of my mother’s death I borrow a car and drive out to her grave, as I do a few times a year: Mother’s Day, St. Patrick’s Day (her birthday), June 20 (her death day) and maybe an odd spring or fall day. She is buried in the countryside, in a corner […]
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Steal my sunshine: 10 spots to go swimming
Lake Banook 10-minute drive (from Halifax Common) If the sun is even slightly shining, Banook is a great place to revel in the cuteness of families and folks unstrapping canoes from their car roofs or pushing them on little wagons to enjoy a paddle on this Dartmouth stand-out. Unpack your picnic, cannonball off the dock […]
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Put your hands together for these 17 summer concerts
JUNE 21 Partner w/Century Egg and No, It’s Fine. Sackville’s finest stoner rock ex-pats return to the east coast for what’ll surely be one of the sweatiest gigs of the summer—and one of the best, with support from the mathy No, It’s Fine and alt-popsters Century Egg. The Seahorse Tavern, 2037 Gottingen Street, 8pm, $17.50 […]
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11 ways to see (or create) art this summer
May-October Halifax talks art Interested in supporting local artists? Are you a looking to fill some empty walls, or maybe even begin your own art collection? Halifax Talks Art has you covered this summer. Running from May to October, various commercial galleries in Halifax will be host talks on collecting. various locations, Wednesdays, 6:30-8pm, RSVP […]
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5 sporting events to cheer on
June 23 Canada vs USA rugby A test match sees Canada’s senior men rugby team face off against Team USA for some high-adrenaline action. Wanderers Grounds, 5819 Sackville Street, 4pm, $18-$34, tickethalifax.com July 7-8 Monster JamJacked-up trucks with names like Grave Digger spin their wheels and wear out their breaks at this epic summer show […]
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Summer on stage: a Nova Scotia theatre round-up
To June 23 Dartmouth Players: 9-5 There’s still a chance to catch Dartmouth Players’ production of 9-5, the comedic ’70s jukebox musical following three women revolting against their abusive male co-workers. It is the last show in Dartmouth Player’s 2017/18 season. 9-5 is directed by Laura Thornton with musical direction by Sarah Richardson and choreography […]
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Pint/Counterpint: 10 local beers to drink this summer
Stilly Pils Unfiltered Pilsner Stillwell Brewing Co. Available on draught only at HQ and/or the beergarden, this beer is a must-try when you see it on tap. Brewer Christopher P. Reynolds is constantly chasing the perfect pils and is well on his way to nailing it. Punched up with noble hops, there’s just the right […]
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Top 10 dog-friendly events in Halifax
Your dog is your best secret keeper, and never judges you for eating an entire pizza yourself—if anything, that loyal pooch loves you even more for it. So maybe you should reciprocate, sharing your one-of-a-kind love with the world and treating your puppy pal to the summer date they deserve. That’s right, it’s time to […]
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Top 10 ways to reinvent your Canada Day holiday long weekend in Halifax
To break out of your daily routine, there’s nothing like a long weekend when you can immerse yourself in the deep green landscape of Nova Scotia and drink in the salty sea air. But what about when breaking out of the routine has become a little bit…routine? The July 1 Canada Day holiday has lots […]