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Imagination Stations
Stoney Creek Branch · Hamilton, ON
3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Use your imagination and discover what you can create with our Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts and Math (STREAM) kits and educational toys.
Free
Knit for a Cause
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
High school students ages 14-18 knit a scarf, hat, or mittens for people in need and earn volunteer hours. Supplies provided, though participants may bring their own. This program typically runs through the school year, September-June. Please register as a volunteer by filling out the application form on the teen volunteer page of our website or by emailing volunteer@hpl.ca.
Free
Drop-In Nintendo Switch Gaming
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Enjoy some casual Nintendo Switch gaming at this drop-in program. Bring your friends and meet fellow gamers for four-player action.
Free
English Conversation Circle at Terryberry
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Talk about community, culture and customs in a group setting. To register please contact Abir at 905-531-3953 or email abir.alsaid@ymcahbb.ca. For English-as-a-second-language speakers. Participants must be Permanent Residents or Convention Refugees. Presented by YMCA Employment and Immigration Services.
Free
Imagination Stations
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Use your imagination and discover what you can create with our Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts and Math (STREAM) kits and educational toys.
Free
LEGO Build and Play
Valley Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Build, imagine and play with LEGO. LEGO is provided for use in the Library.
Free
Math Success
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Work with trained volunteers to strengthen your math skills. This program is for children in grades 5-8. Space is limited to first-come, first-served. Register when you arrive for the program or contact Neighbour to Neighbour in advance. Presented by Neighbour to Neighbour Centre.
Free
Board Games and Puzzles
Saltfleet Branch · Stoney Creek, ON
4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Challenge yourself or a friend to one of our many board games and puzzles.
Free
Teen Study Hall
Binbrook Branch · Binbrook, ON
4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
A dedicated, quiet space in the library where you can concentrate and get your school work done.
Free
Board Games and Puzzles
Sherwood Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Challenge yourself or a friend to one of our many board games and puzzles.
Free
Leaps in Literacy
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
A free, early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in grades 2-8 with suspected or diagnosed learning disabilities, ADHD or level 1 autism. It's a multisensory program to ensure access and support for each student’s unique learning style. The program is based on the most recent science of reading, the OHRC Right to Read recommendations and the new Ontario Language curriculum. Lessons are taught by…
Free
Canadian Citizenship Test: Get Ready
New Appleby · Burlington, ON
5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Learn how to apply for citizenship and practice taking the test during this one-day class. Please call HMC Connections at 905.464.3222 to register to attend this class. Presented in partnership with HMC Connections Accessibility If you need an accessibility accommodation during this program, please contact us a few days before your visit at inclusion@bpl.on.ca or 905.639.3611 extension 1211.
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Drop-In Tech Help
Dundas Branch · Dundas, ON
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Bring your phone, tablet or laptop computer and your technology questions to this drop-in program. Get help with email, learn how to download eBooks and more.
Free
French Conversation Circle
Westdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Practice your conversational French by speaking with a group of friendly fellow French learners at beginner or intermediate levels. Drop-in. Presented and led by Centre francophone Hamilton.
Free
Adult Creative Circle
West Harbour Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Meet, socialize and create with colouring pages, crosswords and puzzles. Supplies provided. Scrabble boards and dictionaries are also available. All skill levels welcome.
Free
Explore Art at HPL - Silhouette and Shadow Art
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
This drop-in creative program explores the bold, expressive world of silhouette and shadow art. This program invites participants to consider the power of outlines and shadows to communicate emotion, movement, or narrative. Projects can include paper cut silhouettes, layered shadow compositions and light-and-dark drawing techniques. Accessible, calming and visually striking, this program works well for beginners and…
Free
LEGO Build and Play
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Build, imagine and play with LEGO. LEGO is provided for use in the Library.
Free
Machine Knitting Intro
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Learn how to use the knitting machine in the Makerspace.
Free
Make and Create
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Learn to make a unique craft and explore a variety of art techniques. Supplies provided.
Free
Pyjama Storytime
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Wear your cozy pyjamas to Family Storytime. Discover stories, rhymes, music, finger plays and flannel boards at this interactive program.
Free
Leaps in Literacy
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.
A free, early intervention literacy program for neurodiverse students in grades 2-8 with suspected or diagnosed learning disabilities, ADHD or level 1 autism. It's a multisensory program to ensure access and support for each student’s unique learning style. The program is based on the most recent science of reading, the OHRC Right to Read recommendations and the new Ontario Language curriculum. Lessons are taught by…
Free
Grade 1 to 3 Book Club
Aldershot · 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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Knit 'n' Natter
Central · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Bring your own supplies and knit, crochet, or craft in this creative social group for all ages and skill levels. Children must bring an adult. Drop in anytime. Accessibility If you need an accessibility accommodation during this program, please contact us a few days before your visit at inclusion@bpl.on.ca or 905.639.3611 extension 1211.
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LEGO Build and Play
Concession Branch · Hamilton, ON
Time on the event website
Build, imagine and play with LEGO. LEGO is provided for use in the Library.
Free