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Craft Cart
Greensville Branch · Greensville, ON
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation to take home. Supplies provided.
Free
LEGO Build and Play
Barton Branch · Hamilton, ON
3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Build, imagine and play with LEGO. LEGO is provided for use in the Library.
Free
Imagination Stations
Locke Branch · Hamilton, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 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
Make and Create - Paper Garlands
Westdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Learn to make a unique craft and explore a variety of art techniques. Supplies provided.
Free
Makerspace Crafts - Holiday Cards
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
After watching a Staff demonstration, set to work on making your craft using HPL's Makerspace. Learn how to make customizable holiday cards using a Cricut Explore Air 2. Basic materials provided.
Free
Reading Buddies
Saltfleet Branch · Stoney Creek, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For children currently in grades 1-6. Meet with teen volunteer Reading Buddies for support and help with reading through game-playing and fun activities. This is not a tutoring program. This program is intended for children who have knowledge of reading fundamentals but would benefit from additional practice. Space is limited.
Free
Reading Buddies
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
For children currently in grades 1-6. Meet with teen volunteer Reading Buddies for support and help with reading through game-playing and fun activities. This is not a tutoring program. This program is intended for children who have knowledge of reading fundamentals but would benefit from additional practice. Space is limited.
Free
Bark for Books with St. John's Ambulance
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading. Trained pet therapy dogs and adult volunteers encourage readers to take part in literacy activities. Presented by St. John's Ambulance.
Free
Information Table - Xperience Annex
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Connect and learn more about the opportunities and resources available to youth in Hamilton. Youth Engagers provide resources, information about opportunities and peer-to-peer support for ages 14-29. Presented by Xperience Annex.
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
Tween Writing Circle
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Join us for writing activities, encouragement, conversation, contests, participation, instruction, empowerment and ideas for where to submit your writing.
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
Reading Buddies
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
For children currently in grades 1-6. Meet with teen volunteer Reading Buddies for support and help with reading through game-playing and fun activities. This is not a tutoring program. This program is intended for children who have knowledge of reading fundamentals but would benefit from additional practice. Space is limited.
Free
Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading. Trained pet therapy dogs and adult volunteers encourage readers to take part in literacy activities. Presented by Therapy Tails Ontario.
Free
Drop-In Nintendo Switch Gaming
Valley Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy some casual Nintendo Switch gaming at this drop-in program. Bring your friends and meet fellow gamers for four-player action. REMINDER: Please don't forget to book the equipment you need for this program. Use the Equipment Booking Calendar to reserve. Read the Equipment Booking Guidelines here. Delete before submitting event: Choose only one age group when scheduling this program.
Free
Guitar Pickers
Greensville Branch · Greensville, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Play guitar and share songs with fellow musicians. Bring a guitar and take turns playing a song of your choosing. For guitarists with some basic to advanced skills.
Free
Mindfulness and Meditation
Dundas Branch · Dundas, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Join us for an hour of guided mindfulness and meditation. Presented by Mindfulness Hamilton.
Free
Reading Buddies
Westdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
For children currently in grades 1-6. Meet with teen volunteer Reading Buddies for support and help with reading through game-playing and fun activities. This is not a tutoring program. This program is intended for children who have knowledge of reading fundamentals but would benefit from additional practice. Space is limited.
Free
STEAM Learning Lab - Astronomy
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
A drop-in program where participants participate in Science, Tech, Engineering, Art and Math activities.
Free
Teen Toastmasters
Alton · Burlington, ON
7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Do you get nervous speaking or presenting in public? Learn the crafts of public speaking and leadership during this 8-session weekly course. We ask that participants plan to attend all 8 classes. Ages 13-19 Presented by First Burlington Toastmasters Accessibility If you need an accessibility accommodation during this program, please register early so we can confirm arrangements a few days before your visit.
See event website for price
The Burlington Festival of Lights
Spencer Smith Park · Burlington, ON
Time on the event website
Burlington’s most enchanting holiday tradition is back, proudly presented by the Burlington Lions Club. Stroll the glowing waterfront, bring the whole family, and flip the season on with us. From November 27 to January 3
See event website for price
Information Table - YWCA Immigration Integration Services
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
YWCA Hamilton provides eligible clients with one-on-one information sessions to help make informed decisions about settlement in Canada. This includes targeted sessions specific to client needs, such as immigration, legal services, citizenship, housing, health care, education, employment, gender-based services, volunteer opportunities and other community supports. The Library Settlement Partnership is a free,…
Free
YWCA Settlement Services
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Discover the programs and supports available through the YWCA's Settlement and Outreach Services and helpful Library resources for you and your family. · Overview of free settlement, integration and wellness programs · Support with employment, housing, language learning and more · Learn how to access Library services such as borrowing books, ESL resources, computer access, free events and programs for children and…
Free
Baby Storytime: Get Ready to Read
Valley Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
9:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.
Attend story time with your baby and meet other families at this interactive program. Learn songs, rhymes and stories to foster early language development and a love of reading. Discover our collections after the program and choose your favourite items to take home. Suitable for children from birth to age 24 months.
Free