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Sometimes it Snows in April
Burlington, ON
7:00 p.m.
Performed by a mime and a mezzo, Sometimes It Snows in April is a brief and wordless evocation of loss and the mysterious process of grieving. Sometimes it Snows in April began as a series of experimental short physical theatre pieces, in Spring 2024. In December 2024, Ric Knowles and Bó Bárdos joined to create Sometimes it Snows in April, which had a further development phase (through MT Space Theatre) in April…
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An Evening with Michelle Wright & Doc Walker
Burlington, ON
7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Two icons of Canadian country share the stage for an unforgettable night of music and storytelling. Michelle Wright and Doc Walker bring their chart-topping hits, rich harmonies, and decades of award-winning songwriting together for an intimate evening celebrating the very best of Canadian country.
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An Evening with Michelle Wright & Doc Walker
Burlington Performing Arts Centre · Burlington, ON
7:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Two icons of Canadian country share the stage for an unforgettable night of music and storytelling. Michelle Wright and Doc Walker bring their chart-topping hits, rich harmonies, and decades of award-winning songwriting together for an intimate evening celebrating the very best of Canadian country.
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Sometimes it Snows in April
Burlington Performing Arts Centre · Burlington, ON
Dates vary, check full schedule
Performed by a mime and a mezzo, Sometimes It Snows in April is a brief and wordless evocation of loss and the mysterious process of grieving. Sometimes it Snows in April began as a series of experimental short physical theatre pieces, in Spring 2024. In December 2024, Ric Knowles and Bó Bárdos joined to create Sometimes it Snows in April, which had a further development phase (through MT Space Theatre) in April…
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LEGO Build and Play
Ancaster Branch · Ancaster, ON
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Build, imagine and play with LEGO. LEGO is provided for use in the Library.
Free
Math Quest
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Go on a fun math adventure in the branch and get your name on HPL's Math Wall of Fame.
Free
MISTLETOE MART
Burlington, ON
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Enjoy a festive day of shopping, browsing, and treats at our Annual Christmas Bazaar featuring: Silent auction Café Baked goods Collectibles Knitting & sewing items Jewelry AND MORE! Over 45 artisans will offer handmade and specialty items, including: Christmas decorations Artwork Jewelry Stained glass Children’s clothing Chocolate Honey Soups Toys Lavender products Fully accessible.
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Craft Cart
Locke Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation to take home. Supplies provided.
Free
Craft Cart
Parkdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation to take home. Supplies provided.
Free
Dynamic Dinos
Barton Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Celebrate Dino-vember at the library with dinosaur-themed activities and crafts.
Free
Family Storytime: Get Ready to Read
Central Library · 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
Family Storytime: Get Ready to Read
Westdale 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
French Conversation Circle
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Practice your conversational French by speaking with a group of friendly fellow French learners at beginner level. Drop-in. Presented and led by Centre francophone Hamilton.
Free
Imagination Stations
Binbrook Branch · Binbrook, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 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
Imagination Stations
Dundas Branch · Dundas, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 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
Knit 'n' Natter
Aldershot · Burlington, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Bring your own supplies and knit, crochet, or craft in this creative social group for all ages and skill levels. Children must bring an adult. Drop in anytime. 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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LEGO Build and Play
Sherwood Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Build, imagine and play with LEGO. LEGO is provided for use in the Library.
Free
Little Artists
Valley Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Fuel your little one's creative side by exploring a variety of art materials. Supplies provided.
Free
Makerfest
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Celebrate the vibrant and diverse Maker community in Hamilton with workshops, demonstrations and a vendor's market. For more information and a complete listing of events, visit hpl.ca/makerfest.
Free
McMaster Fall Preview Open House 2026
McMaster University · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
McMaster Fall Preview Open House 2026 is on Nov 14, 2026 at McMaster University in Hamilton. Explore McMaster’s campus at the Fall Preview Open House on Saturday, October 24 or Saturday, November 14, 2026. Both dates run 10 a. m. –4 p. m. Prospective students and their supporters can learn about academic and extracurricular opportunities, residence life and the McMaster community. Admission is free and registration…
Free
Mindfulness for Preschoolers
Sherwood Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Young children participate in calming, low-impact movement activities to help them focus on mental and physical health.
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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Maker Cart Drop-In (Ages 8 to 12)
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.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
Dynamic Dinos
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Celebrate Dino-vember at the library with dinosaur-themed activities and crafts.
Free