Join the Friends of the Public Gardens and the Nova Scotia Reading Circle of Project Bookmark Canada at the Halifax Public Gardens for a celebration of the beloved Nova Scotia author Budge Wilson (1927 – 2021). Enjoy some readings from Budge’s writing for young people and adults, and hear about plans for a permanent “bookmark” plaque to recognize this great writer, a member of the Order of Canada and the Order of Nova Scotia.

Emceed by Mary Jo Anderson, the event features Janet Brush, Sarah Emsley, Nicola Davison, Jill MacLean, Jon Tattrie, Sal Sawler, Marilyn Smulders, Susan Kerslake, and more! Details