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Dungeons and Dragons Campaign
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Bring your imagination and take your character on a legendary adventure as you embark on a multi-session, ongoing campaign. Beginners welcome.
Free
Hamilton Hammers vs. Belleville Senators
TD Coliseum · Hamilton, ON
7:00 p.m.
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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
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LEGO Build and Play
Ancaster Branch · Ancaster, ON
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Build, imagine and play with LEGO. LEGO is provided for use in the Library.
Free
Math Quest
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Go on a fun math adventure in the branch and get your name on HPL's Math Wall of Fame.
Free
Craft Cart
Parkdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation to take home. Supplies provided.
Free
Craft Cart
Sherwood Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation to take home. Supplies provided.
Free
Family Storytime: Get Ready to Read
Westdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Bring the whole family to story time and get ready to read. Discover stories, rhymes, music, finger plays and flannel boards at this interactive program.
Free
Family Storytime: Get Ready to Read
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Bring the whole family to story time and get ready to read. Discover stories, rhymes, music, finger plays and flannel boards at this interactive program.
Free
French Conversation Circle
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Practice your conversational French by speaking with a group of friendly fellow French learners at beginner level. Drop-in. Presented and led by Centre francophone Hamilton.
Free
Graphic Design with Canva
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Learn basic graphic design using the web-based tool, Canva. Create eye-catching posters, social media posts and more. Participants must have a working email address and be familiar with using a computer.
Free
Imagination Stations
Dundas Branch · Dundas, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 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
Imagination Stations
Binbrook Branch · Binbrook, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 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 'n' Natter
Aldershot · Burlington, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 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
Locke Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Build, imagine and play with LEGO. LEGO is provided for use in the Library.
Free
Medicine Wheel Teachings with Elaine Lee
West Harbour Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
The symbol of the medicine wheel can be found in many places throughout the world and through many disciplines or professions. Typically, a circle with four equal quadrants. Each quadrant has a specific colour and theme. There are many layers of teachings that accompany this symbol. Learn about the meaning behind the symbol of the medicine wheel with Elaine Lee while making your own medicine wheel bracelet to take…
Free
Special Exhibition: Money in 10 Questions | Kids Edition
Burlington, ON
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The Bank of Canada Museum asked Canadian kids what they wanted to know about money. A whole lot, as it turned out. More than 800 thoughtful, complex and just plain fun questions flooded in from across the country. This exhibition answers 10 of these questions using a series of play-based activity stations. The answers provide a foundation for what kids need to know to help them manage their financial futures. Try…
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Maker Cart Drop-In (Ages 8 to 12)
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Create using a combination of cutting-edge technology and traditional ‘maker’ materials. The cart includes Raspberry Pis, Osmo, LEGO Robotics, 3D printing and painting, snap circuits and more. Everything is designed to jump right in, so pick your project and start making.
Free
Family Stay and Play
Westdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
After storytime, stay for a social and play time. Families with children age five and younger.
Free
Imagination Stations
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.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
Live Holiday Music at Dundas
Dundas Branch · Dundas, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
This week the Dundas Concert Band performs traditional and modern favourites, live at the Dundas Branch. The band has been entertaining audiences for over 175 years.
Free
Make and Create - Holiday Ornament
Saltfleet Branch · Stoney Creek, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Learn to make a unique craft and explore a variety of art techniques. Supplies provided.
Free
Drop-In Knitting and Crochet
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Hamilton Public Library has knitting and crochet programs for all ages and skill levels. Drop in with your current project and materials.
Free
Holiday Storytime
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Celebrate the holidays of the season and join us for stories, songs and rhymes.
Free