Glasgow Square is pretty cool. They host music events, theatre events and apparently weddings. I…read moreplayed here as a kid when I was a young clarinet prodigy, oh where did those days go... Kidding, I was pretty bad. Anyway, every year they host the jubilee which is basically the Coachella of New Glasgow (kind of pathetic). So if you've wanted to see the Trews, you can catch them at the jubilee since they play every year. This is also where you can watch the dragon boat races.

I'm a big fan of seeing this smaller music venue become a place of dependable entertainment options…read morein New Glasgow. I recently saw Bruce Cockburn play here, and the small atmosphere made for a very intimate gathering. What's cool about this venue, is that it was designed to open up in the warm weather, allowing the entire building to act as an outdoor stage for larger concerts. The signature annual event is the NG Music Jubilee, which takes place every August long weekend. All in all, a great little spot located right on the water in downtown New Glasgow.

What's that - you've never heard of Carbon Arc? Well, I can't say I'm all that surprised. This…read moreindependent, weekly film festival of sorts is about as close to a secret society as you can get in Halifax. How so? I'll explain. First, the secret hideout. The Khyber Club is that building you've walked by countless times on Barrington Street but never really knew what happened inside. Be brave, push past that front door, and start climbing up the historic stairs and you'll find the home of Carbon Arc. Second, the 'right place, right time' factor. It might not be exactly 'Skulls' material, but here's the one rule you need to know in order to earn entry to Carbon Arc: Thursday nights are screening nights. You'll have to keep your ear to the ground (Twitter and Facebook make this easier than it sounds) to hear what you'll find there from night to night, but it certainly won't be your average night at Empire. Third, the in-crowd. Simply put, there isn't one. There was not one distinguishable demographic that held true throughout the entire crowd when I visited and that seemed to work just fine. Some artsy, some mainstream, some old, some young, some even in costume - they were all welcomed the same by a Carbon Arc volunteer's preamble to the show. Need more? Fine. Films are screened on an entire wall with great clarity as you sit in poor man's stadium seating, crafted by the volunteer organization themselves. You can nab popcorn, candy and even beer if you bring cash. Stay alert to catch wind of a flick that's up your alley, or at least close enough to your alley to be worth a shot, and enter the world of Carbon Arc. The city needs more of this.

Carbon Arc at the Khyber has only been running since July 2010, but it has…read morealready attracted a lot of attention because of the fantastic films it has been screening. It's also special because it occupies the former Wormwood's space--an independent theater I always wished I could have experienced. Alas, I was 13 and thought Armegeddon was the best movie ever. Carbon Arc is a permanent theatre space run completely by volunteers. Their goal is to have the space used as much as possible--right now they're holding screening every Thursday. A great thing about Carbon Arc screenings is that someone attached to the film, whether it's a crew member or simply a devotee, will speak before the movie starts and give you something to think about while watching. Director Sook-Yin Lee introduced her film, Year of the Carnivore, while Carbon Arc volunteer Allan Collins introduced David Cronenberg's The Brood--a film he edited. For a film fan, this place feels like home, and I look forward to attending many more of their weekly screenings.

In October we had the pleasure of meeting Richard. We hired him to provide music for our son and…read morehis husbands wedding. Richard was very professional and took the time to meet with myself, my husband and the grooms. He explained all the different services that his business provided. Richard explained to the grooms different ideas that he provided for other events. He kept all the guests on their feet with a wonderful selection of music for all. We also used the lights that Richard had available and it looked fantastic! I would highly recommend the services that Kraken Entertainment provides. Thank you Richard for helping to make lasting memories!

From the owner: At Kraken Entertainment, we believe your wedding reception should feel like your celebration — not…read moresomebody else’s formula. Our DJs work closely with each couple before the big day to learn what you want, what you don’t want, and what will make your reception memorable. We provide advance planning, a detailed reception questionnaire, professional DJ and MC services, and the equipment needed to keep your celebration running smoothly. Our Legendary Wedding packages are designed to offer exceptional value without turning every microphone, light, or little extra into another charge. Depending on your package, options can include dance-floor lighting, uplighting, wireless microphones, ceremony sound, additional sound reinforcement and more. Unlike the actual Kraken, quality service at a reasonable price is no myth at Kraken Entertainment. We also provide entertainment for birthdays, anniversaries, corporate events, graduations, proms, holiday parties, community events and celebrations of life, and specialize in Outdoor Movies Under the Stars. Kraken Entertainment is proud to be the exclusive DJ provider for Hatfield Farm, one of Nova Scotia’s most distinctive wedding and event venues. From the first conversation to the last song of the night, our focus is on dependable service, professional equipment, careful planning, and making sure your event feels like yours.

No one should ever attend this theater! On two occasions, I have gone to see a movie and both the…read morescreen and audio quality were AWFUL. The customer service of the young children (literally!) and management staff that work there is despicable. After two failed attempts at seeing a movie at this theater, they offered us free tickets--why the hell would I want a free ticket to a place I can not IMAGINE returning to? No one there had a good answer either.

An amazing experience! One of a kind. They are always playing double and triple features, and on…read moreWednesdays you can pay only $35 for a whole car load of people! It is well worth the price, a bargain to say the least! The food stand is beautifully designed and goes very well with the 50's decor of the whole place. They are always playing retro music before the show starts and they have beautiful decorations around the huge screen. You can see very well no matter where you park. The drive-in is clean and well-kept. Only drawback is that it gets a little buggy at night, but nobody can help that. Just bring blankets and bug spray. A fun and unique experience that the whole family will enjoy. They usually start out with a kids film (like Ice Age or Finding Dory) and then play a more grown-up film afterwards. By that time, your little ones will already be asleep. If you want to sit inside your car instead of in the chairs that they have set up down in front (or bringing your own chairs), you can sit in your car and tune your radio to their custom station, so that you can watch and listen in the comfort of your vehicle (with air conditioning and no bugs). Truly a great place! The owner is so kind. They do raffles on their Facebook page frequently for free tickets. And the owner has even posted his cell phone number on the side of the concession stand incase anyone should find themselves with a flat tire or a dead battery and should need assistance. You just can't find that kind of service and dedication to customer satisfaction anywhere anymore!! We have been here a million times and will be coming back a million times more! We love it!

Sound an image quality are good, but that is it. Never have anything I want to see anymore, and…read morethe prices are way too high. At time of writing, heard LOTR Trilogy was going to theatres for the 25th anniversary, and the extended editions will be shown. Found out this location isn't getting it at all, and I have to go out of province to even have a chance. No thanks. I will never step foot through the doors of a "Cineplex" theatre again.

The movie said it started and 6:50 pm and at 6:56 it is still not started absolutely horrible…read morebusiness very upset!!!

Not all cities have a theatre as centrally located as Halifax's, so being able to walk or easily…read morecommute to it is a big bonus over not having to go out to the 'burbs. It's got all the basics, although if you're looking for IMAX or those fancy/expensive bells and whistles and food vendors, you'll have to go elsewhere.

Got physically assaulted by a group of teens/young adults because I shushed them, and then asked…read moremanagement to tell them to keep it down. Absolutely the worst experience I've ever had, and I would rate 0 stars if I could. This theatre used to be a wonderful place to spend an evening. When I mentioned it to the manager they just said that this happens on Tuesday nights, and that they get rowdy. They did at least compensate my ticket. Please hire enough staff and security that things like this won't continue to happen. It should not be a big ask to be able to go to the movies and enjoy the film I paid for without people talking through the whole experience and then getting something thrown at me hard enough to bruise.

This theatre has been my trip 3 desperate times. All times I have noticed a trend of filthy and…read morenever cleaned counters where the condiments and straws are. There is always food garbage everywhere on countertops, and I have noticed this both on the way in and out of this theatre. For an experiment I left some garbage laid out at the back of some counter napkins (but obvious to anyone cleaning) and 2 hours later they were still there after my AFTERNOON movie! Really work on your cleanliness since you are serving food. I stopped going there and now go to a different theatre. I might go back and post some gross photos just to prove my point. Sell Food = Clean up countertops Just my own opinion.

Who doesn't love the movies? However this cinema needs great improvement for wait times. The AVX…read moreis awesome and worth the extra bucks in my opinion. The entire Cineplex chain is crazy expensive for snacks...that's what happens when they have a monopoly.