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Music for Babies and Toddlers
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Play with different musical instruments and shakers and learn new songs to sing at home with your baby or toddler.
Free
Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together Exercise Program
Valley Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Led by specially trained fitness instructors, the SMART program helps you improve your strength, balance and flexibility. Presented by VON Canada. To register, please call 289-442-4956.
Free
Baby Stay and Play
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Attend Storytime and afterward, stay for social and play time. Suited for families with children ages birth to 24 months.
Free
Pumpkin Storytime
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
It is Pumpkin Palooza at HPL. Come to this pumpkin-themed storytime and enjoy stories, songs, and more. Costumes are welcome.
Free
Better Living for Your Bones
Brant Hills · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Runs October 8to October 29, with one class presented each week. Participants are expected to attend all four sessions. This 4-week education series helps you understand the importance of bone health, what factors contribute to low bone density and osteoporosis, and how to reduce risk for falls and fractures. This talk also explores the role of exercise, nutrition, and medication/supplement management. Presented in…
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Concession Book Club
Concession Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Concession Book Club meets on the last Thursday of each month at the Concession Branch, 565 Concession St., Hamilton. The October title is Remain: A Supernatural Love Story by Nicholas Sparks (with M. Night Shyamalan).
Free
Craft at HPL - Halloween Lanterns
Parkdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Light up the chilly fall nights with these cute lanterns. Supplies Provided.
Free
Drop-In Knitting and Crochet
Dundas Branch · Dundas, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 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
Let's Talk Music
Ancaster Branch · Ancaster, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Each month we select an album and meet to listen to selected highlights. Discuss songs, artists, music history, trivia and more. It's like a book club, but about music.
Free
Make a Lifestyle Vision Board
Tansley Woods · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
What does your dream lifestyle look like? Create a personalized vision board with life you want to create. Use magazines, images, and craft supplies to make a collage of your dream lifestyle, including future places to live, hobbies you want to try, clothing you love, health goals, and more. It’s a fun, creative way to explore what inspires you and imagine your future. All supplies are provided—just bring your…
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Mother Goose & Baby Play and Chat
New Appleby · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Together with adult caregivers, we share the power and pleasure of rhymes and songs designed to connect with your child and encourage their development. Included at the end of each session is some talk time for adults to ask questions and socialize. Presented by Rock EarlyON Child & Family Centre in partnership with BPL Accessibility If you need an accessibility accommodation during this program, please contact us a…
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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
Resume and Job Search Help - Wesley Employment Services
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Learn about Wesley Employment Services' job readiness, resume and interview prep programs.
Free
Tech Connect
Central · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Gain confidence using everyday technology in this four-week, hands-on program designed just for older adults. Each weekly session explores a different topic, such as understanding your email, taking photos/videos on your device, and talking to friends and family through apps like WhatsApp and FaceTime. Each class includes plenty of time for hands-on practice, questions, and small-group support from trained…
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Craft Cart
Barton Branch · Hamilton, 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
Knit for a Cause
Saltfleet Branch · Stoney Creek, ON
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Grades 9-12 students knit a scarf, hat or mittens for a cause and earn volunteer hours. Supplies provided, though participants may bring their own. 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 Tech Help with Teen Volunteers
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Bring your tech questions about tablets, iPads, eReaders, computers and smartphones and get one-on-one help from teen tech volunteers.
Free
Drop-In Tech Help with Teen Volunteers
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Bring your tech questions about tablets, iPads, eReaders, computers and smartphones and get one-on-one help from teen tech volunteers.
Free
Drop-In Tech Help with Teen Volunteers
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Bring your tech questions about tablets, iPads, eReaders, computers and smartphones and get one-on-one help from teen tech volunteers.
Free
English Conversation Circle at Central
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Talk about community, culture and customs in a group setting. For English-as-a-second-language speakers. Facilitated by staff from HPL's Newcomer Learning Centre. To register, call 905-546-3200 x1044 or email nlc@hpl.ca. You must be Permanent Residents or Convention Refugee to register
Free
Reading Buddies
Binbrook Branch · Binbrook, 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
Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together Exercise Program
Ancaster Branch · Ancaster, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Led by specially trained fitness instructors, the SMART program helps you improve your strength, balance and flexibility. Presented by VON Canada. To register, please call 289-442-4956.
Free
Craft Cart
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
3:45 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation to take home. Supplies provided.
Free
Dungeons and Dragons Campaign
Dundas Branch · Dundas, 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