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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
Nintendo Switch Tournament
Tansley Woods · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Join us for a friendly Nintendo Switch Competition. Show off your skills, cheer on your friends, and become the Mario Kart champion. The winner will receive a prize! Space is limited. Registration required. Geared to ages 13-17. 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 Hammers vs. Hartford Wolf Pack
TD Coliseum · Hamilton, ON
7:00 p.m.
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Community Partner Visit - CMHA Peer Support
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
CMHA's Peer Support program provides low-barrier access to people living with serious mental illness and addiction. Peer support is emotional and practical support between two people who share a common experience, such as a mental health challenge or illness. A Peer Supporter has lived through a similar experience and is trained to support others.
Free
Baby Storytime: Get Ready to Read
Sherwood 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
Baby Stay and Play
Sherwood Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Attend Storytime and afterward, stay for social and play time. Suited for families with children ages birth to 24 months.
Free
Craft Cart
Ancaster Branch · Ancaster, ON
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation to take home. Supplies provided.
Free
Drop-In Tech Help
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.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
Fall Fair
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Join us for a variety of Fall Fair-inspired games and activities.
Free
Family Storytime: Get Ready to Read
Concession 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
Play Kitchen
Stoney Creek Library Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Play Kitchen is on Oct 30, 2026 at Stoney Creek Library Branch in Hamilton. Age group: Early Years (0 to 5).
Free
Play Kitchen
Stoney Creek Library Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Play Kitchen is on Oct 30, 2026 at Stoney Creek Library Branch in Hamilton. Age group: Early Years (0 to 5).
Free
Play Kitchen
Stoney Creek Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Explore and create with our various food-themed stations and activities.
Free
Pumpkin Storytime
Dundas Branch · Dundas, ON
10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
It is Pumpkin Palooza at HPL. Come to this pumpkin-themed storytime and enjoy stories, songs, and more. Costumes are welcome.
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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Baby Rhyme Time Stay & Play
Brant Hills · Burlington, ON
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Have fun with your baby! Lots of music, rhymes, tickles, and bounces for newborn babies to one-year-olds and their adult caregivers. Stay, play and connect with other caregivers after storytime from 11am-noon. Come to storytime, join us for the Stay & Play or come to both! Please bring a blanket for your little one to lie on. Accessibility If you need an accessibility accommodation during this program, please…
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