See Canada like you haven’t before at this Halifax Public Library exhibit

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See Canada like you haven’t before at this Halifax Public Library exhibit

Take Pablo Picasso’s cubist works and marry them with the vivid, expansive landscapes of Lawren Harris: That’s as good a starting point as any to describe the latest exhibit on offer at the Halifax Public Library. On the fifth floor of the Halifax Central Library, you’ll find a free, month-long showcase of Belleville, NS artist John Bladek’s work. A blend of self-described “geometric landscapes” and “fish figments,” it offers a glimpse not just of Nova Scotia’s unique beauty, but also the rest of Canada.

Martin Bauman spoke with Bladek about the exhibit and his inspiration at The Coast.

Need to know

🏊 Due to the potential for high levels of bacteria, Halifax Water is advising against swimming in flooded areas for at least 24-48 hours after the initial flooding.

🛣 A newly twinned section of Highway 104 has officially opened. Read the province’s official release.

🥪 Nova Scotia has announced it’ll be supporting an initiative that will work to provide those experiencing homelessness with nutritious meals, skills training and a work experience program.

💃 You can't miss Let's Dance! The Musical coming to Neptune Theatre July 27-30! Audiences are raving about this sweet, summer musical. Get your tickets now.*

🗣The Africville 40th reunion kicked off on Friday. CTV spoke with former residents and community organizers about what these annual reunions mean to them.

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More great shows coming to Halifax!

The 2023 concert calendar is filling up and the city is supporting live music like never before. Don’t miss your chance to snag tickets to these shows:

The Barr Brothers - Saturday, Aug. 12, Light House Arts Centre

Returning for the first time since their massive show with Bahamas at the 2019 TD Halifax Jazz Festival, spend a Saturday night in downtown Halifax with Montreal’s critically acclaimed indie folk band.

Crash Test Dummies’ Jingle All The Way Tour - Saturday, Nov. 18, Rebecca Cohn

Touring their classic holiday album for the first time, plan to kick off the festive season with these iconic Canadians – performing seasonal favourites and greatest hits.

Get your tickets for these shows and more!

On the Coast

SPONSORED BY CRESCENDO FESTIVAL

Cresecendo Fest celebrating Black Music Artists

Crescendo Fest: A Black music festival and conference where people can gather for music, education, empowerment, and culture - an event designed to turn up the volume on Black music artists. Crescendo Fest is two days of activities including a conference, celebrity interview, free public concert at Grand Parade and the Crescendo Fest after party featuring local DJ’s.

Find out more about the Crescendo Fest happening on August 4 & 5.

In other news

🚨 A Halifax-area teacher, Matthew Douglas Moriarty, has been charged with voyeurism after recording 5 women and a youth in a washroom at Dartmouth’s Abenaki Aquatic Club.

🌳 A year after multiple trees at the Public Gardens were vandalized the city has provided an update on their wellbeing: Out of 33 vandalized trees, 28 have survived.

🧒 The daycare shortage in Nova Scotia continues and even parents who paid deposits to secure available spots for their children are being turned away. CTV has the story.

🚔 A man was taken to hospital with life-threatening injuries this past weekend after being found unconscious on Argyle Street. An aggravated assault investigation is ongoing. 

HOT SUMMER GUIDE

How to have a berry sweet summer

Why should apples have all the fun? When it comes to cosplaying cottagecore, there’s an endless bounty in Nova Scotia to harvest—and yes, we mean this quite literally. Berry picking is a summer tradition for many families in Halifax, an embodiment of the slow living this season is meant to be all about.

To join them, the move here is to keep an eye on the Facebook page of your farm of choice, as that’s where picking hours, rates and updates will be posted with the most speed and accurately (sometimes weather or the crop’s readiness will require flexibility in planning).

While there’s no end to local farms offering the u-pick experience, we’ve rounded up our four top picks for, well, picking.

Sure things

Looking for something to do this week? Check out these Coast picks:

🗓 Shubie Canal Pop-up: Hey paddle boarders! Sup Yoga Halifax is hosting a group paddle at the Shubie Canal this week before stopping at Lake Charles for some yoga. All gear will be provided, make sure to reserve your spot | July 28 | 6:30-8pm | $35.

🗓 Introduction to Mountain Biking: Have you ever had a dream of learning to mountain bike? Now’s your chance. Keppoch Mountain has organized an Introduction course for this summer. Spots are limited so make sure to sign-up ASAP | August 26 | 9am-3pm | $85.

Find more Halifax events in The Coast listings

Shop talk

🌱 Dine-in is back at Springhouse Market! Stop in and enjoy something off of its plant-based menu.

Save the date

🎼 Up for a challenge this September? The Beat Beethoven Route along the Halifax Waterfront has been announced. Register to race against Symphony Nova Scotia’s 50-minute performance of Beethoven’s classics on September 14.

Drink this

🍊 Cool down this week with Lake Ciders orange creamsicle slushie.

Shop this

🛍 Adventure is Life is selling cool Quinpool Keepsake Tote Bags designed by local graphic designer Bee Stanton. Stop in and get yours for $10 + tax.