Bush live on stage in May, with Rival Sons. A HAFILAX Show Thoughts & Shots:

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On December 6th, Stephen Archibald took a meandering route home and visited sites related to the Halifax Explosion. Encounters with the Great Disaster:

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Sarah McLachlan live in Halifax this past November. The HAFILAX Show Thoughts & Shots review and photos:

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In winter look how the library terrace is transformed, says Stephen Archibald. If something similar was at Mumford Terminal it could feel like you were at a fiesta while waiting for the number 24 to Leiblin Park:

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Vance Joy onstage in Halifax, in August of this year. The HAFILAX Show Thoughts & Shots:

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In October, Stephen Archibald shared a few recent observations in Halifax, from Cogswell to outdoor art. Because, why not? Another brilliant post on Noticed in Nova Scotia:

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The Beaches made a triumphant return to Halifax in November. The HAFILAX Show Thoughts & Shots:

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Conjuring up a sense of warmth, and coziness, and gentility. Stephen Archibald studies a playful design style in his April post, Half-timbered:

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St. Vincent live at the Halifax Jazz Festival in July, with Leanne Hoffman. The HAFILAX Show Thoughts & Shots:

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In February, Stephen Archibald had something to say about the landmark Halifax Alehouse building at the base of Citadel Hill. Don't Prune the Busch:

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Matt Mays' Sundown Salut at the Shore Club in August. The HAFILAX Show Thoughts & Shots:

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Stephen Archibald has feelings about a South Park Street building, now demolished. Want to hear? Taking Care of the Caretaker:

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Alan Doyle live in Halifax on St Paddy's Day weekend. A HAFILAX Show Thoughts & Shots:

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