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Makerfest - Collage Workshop
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Explore layering, texture, composition and creative storytelling using paper. Experiment with cutting, arranging and assembling elements to create an original artwork. Presented by local artist Rose Lemieux. No experience needed. Supplies provided.
Free
Makerfest - Get Started at Art Crawl
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Hamilton-based artists and Art Crawl vendors discuss their artistic process and history of selling their art and handmade goods. Followed by a question and answer session or you can catch up with the artists at their booths on Central Library's 4th Floor or in the Hamilton Farmers' Market.
Free
Post or Pass?
Central · Burlington, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Can you tell what's real and what's fake online? Put your detective skills to the test with a fun, interactive game led by Joyce Grant, award-winning author of Can You Believe It? How to Spot Fake News and Find the Facts. Learn what misinformation is, how to spot fake news, and whether to pass on it—or post the good stuff! This session is geared to kids ages 9 to 12. About the Presenter Joyce Grant has written eight…
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Dinosaur Storytime
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
11:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
It's Dino-vember at HPL. Join HPL Staff for stories, songs and rhymes about dinosaurs.
Free
Drop-In Knitting and Crochet
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 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
LEGO Build and Play
Stoney Creek Branch · Hamilton, ON
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Build, imagine and play with LEGO. LEGO is provided for use in the Library.
Free
Locke Book Club
Locke Branch · Hamilton, ON
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
The Locke Book Club meets at 11:00am on the second Saturday of each month at the Locke Branch, 285 Locke St., S. The November title is James by Percival Everett. Physical copies of the book are available at the branch.
Free
Chess Drop-In
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Play chess with other fans of the game and hone your skills. Ask Staff to borrow a board and pieces.
Free
Family Chess Drop-In
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
12:00 p.m. to 2:00 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
Beginner's Sewing Workshop: Make a Reusable Pad
Sherwood Branch · Hamilton, ON
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Reusable menstrual pads are a sustainable solution to the high cost of disposable products and are the perfect project for those who are new to sewing. Learn sewing machines basic and beginner techniques. All tools and materials are provided. Presented by Help A Girl Out.
Free
Board Games and Puzzles
Barton Branch · Hamilton, ON
1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Challenge yourself or a friend to one of our many board games and puzzles.
Free
Doodle Drawing Meetup
Tansley Woods · Burlington, ON
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Join us for a weekly meetup to doodle, sketch, and colour. We provide materials and drawing prompts, and you take it from there. No art skill required! This meetup is all about enjoying the creative process 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. No…
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Makerfest - Learn About Linux
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Learn about the Linux operating system and open-source software and hardware, starting with a presentation followed by a demonstration. Explore Linux based computers, open-source devices and open-source software made for game development, 3D modelling and more.
Free
American Sign Language Conversation Club
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
This informal conversation group is open to anyone who wants to learn or improve their knowledge of American Sign Language in an inclusive and supportive environment. Each session offers guided practice, fun group activities and real conversation opportunities with others on the journey to becoming more fluent, expressive and confident signers. No pressure, no prerequisites — just a shared passion for connection and…
Free
Board Game Drop-in
Tansley Woods · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Hang out at the library and play a range of family-friendly board games, like Scrabble, Yahtzee, Blokus, and Candy Land. Drop in anytime to play. Children 10 and under may participate with direct adult supervision. 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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Board Games and Puzzles
Sherwood Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Challenge yourself or a friend to one of our many board games and puzzles.
Free
Family Movies at Saltfleet
Saltfleet Branch · Stoney Creek, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sit back and relax with your family as you enjoy new releases and rediscover old favourites.
Free
Family Movies at Turner Park
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sit back and relax with your family as you enjoy new releases and rediscover old favourites.
Free
Family Storytime: Get Ready to Read
West Harbour Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.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
Saltfleet Branch · Stoney Creek, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 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
How to Spot Fake News
Central · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
What’s real and what’s fake online? It’s hard to tell. In this informative and engaging presentation by award-winning author Joyce Grant, learn what to look for and how to boost your critical thinking skills and those of your kids. Hear why people post "fake news" and how algorithms can limit your access to good information—and leave with some practical tips on improving that! About the Author Joyce Grant has…
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Imagination Stations
Carlisle Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 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
Jigsaw Puzzle Swap
Concession Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
If you have completed all your jigsaw puzzles, come to the puzzle swap and trade for a new-to-you puzzle. Please arrive on time to participate.
Free
Kenilworth Non-Fiction Book Club
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
The Kenilworth Non-fiction Book Club meets on one Saturday each month at the Kenilworth Branch, 103 Kenilworth Ave., N. The November title is Nobody's Girl by Virginia Roberts Giuffre .
Free