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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
2026 U17 World Challenge - Czechia v. Sweden
Sixteen Mile Sports Complex · Oakville, ON
3:30 p.m.
Children 3 and under will be provided with free admission Capacity: Seated: 1,807 Preliminary Game 3
See event website for price
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 - Diwali Lanterns
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
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
Tour the Makerspace
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Interested in the Makerspace but unsure how to get started? Join us for a tour of the Makerspace where you can learn about the equipment available, how it works and how to book time to use it.
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
Terryberry 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
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
Leaps in Literacy
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:30 p.m. to 5:30 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
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
Leaps in Literacy
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:45 p.m. to 6:45 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
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
Craft Cart
Valley Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation to take home. Supplies provided.
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 - Dino-ology
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
2026 U17 World Challenge - USA v. Canada Red
Sixteen Mile Sports Complex · Oakville, ON
7:30 p.m.
Children 3 and under will be provided with free admission Capacity: Seated: 1,807 Preliminary Game 4
See event website for price
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
Dundas Branch · Dundas, 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