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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
Math Success
Kenilworth 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
Reading Buddies
Parkdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 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
Write a Ghost Story
Saltfleet Branch · Stoney Creek, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Write a spine-tingling story to tell your friends, family and classmates. Read it aloud to the group if you like.
Free
Friendships and Relationships
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
This interactive, game-based program is designed to support children who may be experiencing challenges with emotional regulation, social interactions and building healthy friendships. It is especially suited for children with diagnosed or suspected ADHD, Autism, Auditory Processing Differences, behavioural struggles, or those navigating experiences with bullying or peer conflict. Presented by the Centre for Diverse…
Free
Dungeons and Dragons Beginner Campaign for Adults
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Bring your imagination and take your character on a legendary adventure as you embark on a multi-session, ongoing campaign for adults. Learn the basics of Dungeons and Dragons in a supportive environment. Players of all skill levels welcome.
Free
Family Chess Drop-In
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
An opportunity for kids and their adults to play chess and build their skills. Ask Staff to borrow a board and pieces.
Free
French Conversation Circle
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 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
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
Zombie Horde - Teen Escape Room
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
They’re at the door! Bring your friends and test your problem-solving skills in this thrilling escape room. Complete puzzles to guide yourself out of the laboratory before the zombies break in.
Free
Speculative Futures
Westdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
What might the future look like? What might we carry with us into it? In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore speculative fiction by imagining possible futures and creating objects inspired by their ideas. Bring a speculation—a question, hypothesis, or idea about what the future might hold—and using colourful paper, a paper shredder, glue, tape, and paper and pre-made papier-mâché forms, transform your…
Free
Friendships and Relationships
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
This interactive, game-based program is designed to support youth ages 13-17 who may be experiencing challenges with emotional regulation, social interactions, and building healthy friendships. It is especially suited for youth with diagnosed or suspected ADHD, Autism, Auditory Processing Differences (APD), behavioural struggles, or those navigating experiences with bullying or peer conflict. Presented in…
Free
Genealogy Club Drop-In
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 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
Pyjama Storytime
Ancaster Branch · Ancaster, 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
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
Reading Buddies
Dundas Branch · Dundas, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 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
Teen Fright Movie Night
Central · Burlington, ON
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Get into the Halloween spirit with a spooky night at the library! Bring your friends and settle in for a screening of Haunted Mansion, a supernatural horror-comedy filled with ghosts, mystery, and plenty of laughs. Enjoy fresh popcorn and snacks while you watch, then get creative with a fun Halloween-themed button-making craft using our button maker. Costumes are encouraged! About Haunted Mansion A single mother and…
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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
Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
Valley Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 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
Chess Meetup
New Appleby · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Join us for a weekly chess meetup. We provide boards and pieces, and you can play, learn, or just enjoy a relaxed game. No experience needed. This meetup is all about enjoying friendly gameplay alongside neighbours and friends. Meet new people, join a conversation, and feel more connected to your community. BPL meetups are casual, unstaffed activities that take place in the library's open areas. Please help us…
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Diwali Storytime
Alton · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Enjoy folk tales from India and some fun crafts during our special storytime for Diwali—the Festival of Lights—featuring a special guest storyteller. All ages are welcome to attend this family-friendly program. 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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Family Coding Foundations
New Appleby · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Curious about coding? Through games, challenges, and puzzles, both tech-based and screen-free, learn the fundamental skills kids need to be successful in a digital world. Children ages 6-9 and their adult caregivers participate together in this 4-week series. Accessibility If you need an accessibility accommodation during this program, please register early so we can confirm arrangements a few days before your visit.
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Hamilton Screams Book Club
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Check out a book, eBook, or eAudiobook and join our discussion of She's A Lamb! by Meredith Hambrock. Connect and share your thoughts with Team HPL and fellow horror lovers. Selections guaranteed to include frightening and/or disturbing content. For those 18 years and older.
Free