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Internet Privacy and Security 2
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Learn about viruses and email scams to increase your internet privacy and security.
Free
Imagination Stations
Westdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
3:30 p.m. to 5:00 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
LEGO Build and Play
Saltfleet Branch · Stoney Creek, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Build, imagine and play with LEGO. LEGO is provided for use in the Library.
Free
Reading Buddies
Red Hill Branch · 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
Maker Cart Drop-In (Ages 8 to 12)
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.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
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
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
Conversation Exchange: Español/English
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
English learners and Spanish learners practice their second languages in a facilitated group discussion. Discussion takes place in each language for half an hour. All skill levels are welcome. Drop-in. Presented by the Asociación Fraternidad Hispana.
Free
Guitar Pickers
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:30 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
Monthly Zine Club
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Share, collaborate and discuss with others who share an interest in zines. Bring your writing materials and explore the art of creating a self-published magaZINE. Zines, pronounced zeens, often explore underrepresented voices and personal experiences, but can be about any topic. They are created using cut and paste collage techniques, then photocopied for distribution.
Free
Reading Buddies
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, 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
Understand Your Grief
Concession Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
An eight-week session focused on psychoeducation and support for those who have experienced the death of someone close to them. Alan Wolfelt’s Understanding Your Grief, Ten Essential Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing Your Heart guides the conversation. It is presented by Trish Roy, a Grief and Bereavement Social Worker at Emmanuel House Hospice and Palliative Care Services. And Diana Dziuba-Horrocks, a…
Free
Craft at HPL
Saltfleet Branch · Stoney Creek, ON
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Make something crafty in this staff-led workshop. Supplies provided.
Free
Film Forum
Ancaster Branch · Ancaster, ON
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Film Forum is for fans who want to talk about films as much as watch them. A new title each month. Borrow the film from the library, view at home and drop in to the library to discuss.
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
Board Games and Puzzles
Valley Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Challenge yourself or a friend to one of our many board games and puzzles.
Free
Drop-In Knitting and Crochet
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 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
Drop-In Tech Help with Teen Volunteers
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Bring your tech questions about tablets, iPads, eReaders, computers and smartphones and get one-on-one help from teen tech volunteers.
Free
Mindfulness and Meditation
Central Library · Hamilton, 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
Newcomer English Conversation Club
Valley Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 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
Polish Cinema: History on Screen
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Explore the rich history of Polish cinema and its place in the international film landscape. Learn about the evolution of Polish film, influential filmmakers, defining moments and the cultural and historical forces that have shaped Polish storytelling on screen. Presented by the EKRAN Polish Film Festival.
Free
By the Water Book Club
West Harbour Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
The By the Water Book Club meets on the second Tuesday of each month at the West Harbour Branch, 77 Harbourside Way, Hamilton. The November book title is Moon of the Turning Leaves by Waubgeshig Rice.
Free
Grade 4 to 6 Book Club
Brant Hills · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
If you love to read, this club's for you! Each month, we talk about a different book. Books provided. Bring your friends—everyone is welcome. Come even if you don't get a chance to finish the featured monthly book. Brant Hills Branch Grade 4 to 6 Book Club begins in November. Sign up for the book club and pick up November's book from Brant Hills Branch on or after October 1st. Read it before the first meeting in…
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Grade 4 to 6 Book Club
Alton · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
If you love to read, this club's for you! Each month, we talk about a different book. Books provided. Bring your friends—everyone is welcome. Come even if you don't get a chance to finish the featured monthly book. Registration opens in August. Sign up for the book club, then pick up October's book from your branch in September. Read it before the first meeting in October, then join us at the library to get to know…
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