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Parkdale Zine Club
Parkdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Share, collaborate and discuss with others who share an interest in zines. Bring your writing materials and explore the art of creating a self-published magaZINE. Zines, pronounced zeens, often explore underrepresented voices and personal experiences, but can be about any topic. They are created using cut and paste collage techniques, then photocopied for distribution.
Free
Terryberry Tween Book Club
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The Tween Book Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the Terryberry Branch. The November book is The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead. Pick up a copy of the book at the 1st floor customer Service desk at Terryberry.
Free
Newcomer English Conversation Club
Ancaster Branch · Ancaster, ON
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Connect with other newcomers to discuss different topics in small groups. Facilitated by HPL staff. This is a drop-in program, no registration required.
Free
Stoney Creek Book Club
Stoney Creek Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The Stoney Creek Book Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the Stoney Creek Branch, 777 Highway 8, Stoney Creek. The November book title is A Great Country by Shilpi Somaya Gowda.
Free
Long Story Short: A Short Story Book Club
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
A discussion about a classic or contemporary short story. Short stories offer an excellent way to delve into various genres, authors and themes without the commitment of a full-length novel. This month's story is Bettering Myself by Ottessa Moshfegh.
Free
Newcomer English Conversation Club
Valley Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Connect with other newcomers to discuss different topics in small groups. Facilitated by HPL staff. This is a drop-in program, no registration required.
Free
Grade 1 to 3 Book Club
Brant Hills · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
If you love to read, this club's for you! Every month we talk about a different book. Registration opens in August. Sign up for the book club, then pick up October's book from Brant Hills Branch on or after September 14. Read it at home, then meet at the library to get to know the other members and share what you liked (or didn't!) about the story. Each month, we'll also enjoy activities or crafts inspired by the…
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Grade 7 & 8 Book Club
Alton · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Share your thoughts and opinions with other readers at our monthly meetings from October to May. Books provided. Bring your friends—everyone is welcome. Come even if you don't get a chance to finish the featured monthly book. Registration opens in August. Sign up for the book club, then pick up October's book from your branch in September. Read it before the first meeting in October, then join us at the library to…
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BPL Book Club
Central · Burlington, ON
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Meet fellow readers, make lasting friendships, and read great books! First we meet & mingle, and then our expert staff guides a lively discussion about thoughtfully selected titles—from classics to new releases. Bring your enthusiasm and love of reading, even if you don't get a chance to read this month's title. Sign up every month to deepen your connection to reading and fellow book lovers! View all the BPL Book…
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Genealogy Club Drop-In
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Join HPL staffer and professional genealogist, Kaye, for a weekly hour-long drop-in genealogy session. Share your family research, brick walls and ideas with other genealogy enthusiasts. Kaye will be on hand to lend research expertise, share resources and answer questions.
Free
Letter-Writing Club
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Letter-Writing Club invites you to slow down, connect and create thoughtful letters, notes, holiday cards or postcards for friends, pen pals, family, or friends you haven't met yet. We’ll provide everything you need: writing paper, envelopes, cards postcards, pens, stamps, stickers and more, to craft beautiful, one-of-a-kind pieces to mail.
Free
Sherwood Wednesday Book Club
Sherwood Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Sherwood Wednesday Book Club meets the third Wednesday of each month at the Sherwood Branch, 467 Upper Ottawa St. The November title is The Real Ones by Katherena Vermette.
Free
Ancaster Book Club
Ancaster Branch · Ancaster, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Ancaster Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at the Ancaster Branch, 300 Wilson St. E., Ancaster. The November title is My Brilliant Friend by Elena Ferrante.
Free
Kenilworth Book Club
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Kenilworth Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at the Kenilworth Branch, 103 Kenilworth Ave., N. The November title is A Girl called Echo Omnibus by Katherena Vermette.
Free
Newcomer English Conversation Club
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Connect with other newcomers to discuss different topics in small groups. Facilitated by HPL staff. This is a drop-in program, no registration required.
Free
Westdale Thursday Book Club
Westdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Westdale Book Club meets on the third Thursday of each month at the Westdale Branch, 955 King St. W. The November title is A Two-Spirit Journey by Ma-Nee Chacaby.
Free
Red Hill Collage Club
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Anyone can make a collage; it's an accessible, low-pressure art form, perfect for practicing or rediscovering your artistic side. Share in conversation, creativity and company while you use magazines, newspapers and books recycled from HPL's collection to create art pieces that speak to you.
Free
Grade 1 to 3 Book Club
Central · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
If you love to read, this club's for you! Every month we talk about a different book. Registration opens in August. Sign up for the book club, then pick up October's book from your branch in September. Read it at home, then meet at the library to get to know the other members and share what you liked (or didn't!) about the story. Each month, we'll also enjoy activities or crafts inspired by the book. Book Club meets…
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BPL Book Club
Tansley Woods · Burlington, ON
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Meet fellow readers, make lasting friendships, and read great books! First we meet & mingle, and then our expert staff guides a lively discussion about thoughtfully selected titles—from classics to new releases. Bring your enthusiasm and love of reading, even if you don't get a chance to read this month's title. Sign up every month to deepen your connection to reading and fellow book lovers! View all the BPL Book…
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Letter-Writing Club
Westdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The Letter-Writing Club invites you to slow down, connect and create thoughtful letters, notes, holiday cards or postcards for friends, pen pals, family, or friends you haven't met yet.
Free
Ancaster Collage Club
Ancaster Branch · Ancaster, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Anyone can make a collage; it's an accessible, low-pressure art form, perfect for practicing or rediscovering your artistic side. Share in conversation, creativity and company while you use magazines, newspapers and books recycled from HPL's collection to create art pieces that speak to you.
Free
Shaky Knees Club: Songwriting Workshops and Showcase
West Harbour Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Eight selected participants will workshop their songs over a series of four sessions, then perform them for the public at the West Harbour Branch. Led by Elise Bird and Hannah Sloots—local musicians and founders of the songwriting collective the Shaky Knees Club—the series will focus on developing strong lyrics within a supportive, like-minded group of artists. We invite you to apply if you: - Are an aspiring or…
Free
BPL Book Club
Brant Hills · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Meet fellow readers, make lasting friendships, and read great books! First we meet & mingle, and then our expert staff guides a lively discussion about thoughtfully selected titles—from classics to new releases. Bring your enthusiasm and love of reading, even if you don't get a chance to read this month's title. Sign up every month to deepen your connection to reading and fellow book lovers! View all the BPL Book…
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BPL Book Club
New Appleby · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Meet fellow readers, make lasting friendships, and read great books! First we meet & mingle, and then our expert staff guides a lively discussion about thoughtfully selected titles—from classics to new releases. Bring your enthusiasm and love of reading, even if you don't get a chance to read this month's title. Sign up every month to deepen your connection to reading and fellow book lovers! View all the BPL Book…
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