Halifax Recommendations

Nours Salon on Lower Water St has a private area for those who wear hijab. It's located on Lower Water St, making it easily accessible for those in the area.

BP Corner News is a convenience store run by a gentleman who is a sweetheart. He will order stuff you need and even orders extra of a beverage you like so you can buy it in bulk. Plus, he's never been cranky since I've been going.

Shoreline Design in Historic Properties will make jewelry out of beach glass, so I can’t see why they wouldn’t do the same with china pieces. It’s worth noting that this is a design studio with a physical location, so you can visit them and discuss your project directly.

Outlaw tattoo on north st has a walkins welcome sign outside They also offer walk-ins at GemArt Tattoos, though it's further away from the Public Gardens area.

ServicesHalifax 2w ago •Ellie

Meet fellow chess enthusiasts on Sundays from 1-4 pm at Cafe Cempoal on Agricola St in Halifax, the official Halifax chess club. Get updated chess info on chessns, which should be easy to Google, or check with the cafe directly for confirmation.

Services 2w ago •Helena G

Open Book Coffee hosts a writing group drop-in session. They also have a once a month evening where readers can share their work, which is usually well-attended with 8-12 readers and 20-30 attendees. This takes place on the first Friday of every month at 7pm.

ServicesHalifax 3w ago •freya_kirk

Maria Alexandria is a massage therapist who works out of her house in Halifax and is amazing. She is a great option for those looking for a tip-free experience. She will not take a tip from you, which is a refreshing change from the usual tipping culture.

Try Brilliant on Granville, the guy there has fixed some weird stacked-band stuff for me before and actually seemed to enjoy the puzzle of it Brilliant also has a location in Dartmouth, near the Portland St Superstore, if that's closer for you.

Habitat for Humanity or Parker Street might be able to pick up donations, including furniture, but it's unclear about smaller items. They require a lot of advance notice for pickup, so it's worth considering alternative options like posting on Marketplace or reaching out to the building's superintendent for local connections.

Treating yourselves to the wine (non-alc choices available) and cheese sunset boat tour with J Farwell Sailing is a highly recommended activity for a romantic evening and a great way to see the Halifax Harbour and the Northwest Arm. The tour is a great way to experience the city's scenic views while enjoying a relaxing and intimate experience with your partner.