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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
Knitting Basics for Tweens
Alton · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Get ready to knit! Learn the basics, try new stitches, and make your very first knitting project. You'll be amazed at what you can create! Ages 9 to 12. 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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LEGO Build and Play
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Build, imagine and play with LEGO. LEGO is provided for use in the Library.
Free
Paws for Stories
Brant Hills · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Build confidence and a love of reading by reading aloud to a furry friend. Each child will spend about 10 minutes reading to one of two trained pet therapy dogs and their adult handler. While they wait for their turn, kids can work quietly on literacy activities in the program room. Geared to children ages 6-12. Paws for Stories is very popular at this location, and space is limited; please arrive early to secure…
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Queer Parent Meet Up x All Out Collective
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Craft while connecting with other 2SLGBTQ+ parents in a supportive and welcoming environment. Share experiences and build community. Parents are welcome to come alone or with their children. Presented in partnership with All Out Collective.
Free
The Storybook Garden Journals
New Appleby · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Get creative with nature! Local author and illustrator Gawri Manecuta introduces the art of botanical illustration and shares her children's book, Bunica's Tomatoes. Make your own journal using recycled materials, try a fun nature-inspired writing activity, and share your story with the group. This writing workshop is geared to children ages 6–12. About the Instructor Gawri Manecuta is an Oakville-based author,…
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Tower Poetry Society Workshop
Westdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
A forum where poets present their work for peer comment. Read your poem for review by the group, the oldest continuing poetry society in North America. Presented by Tower Poetry Society.
Free
Craft Cart
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation to take home. Supplies provided.
Free
Family Chess Drop-In
Dundas Branch · Dundas, ON
2:30 p.m. to 4:30 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
Make Minis
Stoney Creek Branch · Hamilton, ON
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Mini crafts are major fun. Bring small-scale creations to life using a variety of craft materials and everyday items. Supplies provided.
Free
Craft Cart
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation to take home. Supplies provided.
Free
Whole Lotta Love: A Tribute To Led Zeppelin
The Studio · Hamilton, ON
7:30 p.m.
Net Capacity: 398 All persons entering a OVG Hamilton venue 13 years of age and under must be accompanied by a companion 16 years of age or older. Children under the age of 2 years old, do not require a ticket but they must sit on a guardian's lap. For more information on FirstOntario Concert Hall and The Studio visit www.firstontarioconcerthall.ca
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LEGO Build and Play
West Harbour Branch · Hamilton, ON
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Build, imagine and play with LEGO. LEGO is provided for use in the Library.
Free
Family STEAM Time
Tansley Woods · Burlington, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Explore opportunities to design, invent, create, and re-imagine together as a family through loose parts play. All ages welcome; children 5 and younger 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
West Harbour Branch · Hamilton, ON
1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Challenge yourself or a friend to one of our many board games and puzzles.
Free
Family STEAM Time
Brant Hills · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Explore opportunities to design, invent, create, and re-imagine together as a family through loose parts play. All ages welcome; children 5 and younger 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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Family STEAM Time
Aldershot · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Explore opportunities to design, invent, create, and re-imagine together as a family through loose parts play. All ages welcome; children 5 and younger 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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Fallis & Ferguson
Port Nelson United Church · Burlington, ON
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
In this second BurlLITFest double bill, bestselling authors and good friends Terry Fallis and Will Ferguson share the stage to talk books, writing, and humour. From two-time Leacock Medal winner Terry Fallis comes An End in Itself, a slim parable that imagines a world where literature rules and novelists are the new rock stars. One humble writer soon discovers that success can be the strangest fiction of all. From…
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