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Stoney Creek Book Club
Stoney Creek Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
The Stoney Creek Book Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the Stoney Creek Branch, 777 Highway 8, Stoney Creek. The November book title is A Great Country by Shilpi Somaya Gowda.
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
Long Story Short: A Short Story Book Club
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
A discussion about a classic or contemporary short story. Short stories offer an excellent way to delve into various genres, authors and themes without the commitment of a full-length novel. This month's story is Bettering Myself by Ottessa Moshfegh.
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
Grade 1 to 3 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! Every month we talk about a different book. Registration opens in August. Sign up for the book club, then pick up October's book from Brant Hills Branch on or after September 14. Read it at home, then meet at the library to get to know the other members and share what you liked (or didn't!) about the story. Each month, we'll also enjoy activities or crafts inspired by the…
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Grade 7 & 8 Book Club
Alton · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Share your thoughts and opinions with other readers at our monthly meetings from October to May. 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…
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Knit 'n' Natter
Alton · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 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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Paint by Sticker for Kids
New Appleby · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
It's a fun spin on paint-by-numbers... sticker-by-numbers! Choose from a variety of images and stickers, check the number, and place them on the page to see your art come to life. Plan to join us for this social activity geared to ages 9-12—and bring a friend!! Accessibility If you need an accessibility accommodation during this program, please register early so we can confirm arrangements a few days before your…
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STEAM Time
Central · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
It’s STEAM Time—let the adventure begin! Get ready for hands-on fun and exciting activities that bring science, technology, engineering, art, and math to life. Whether we’re building wild inventions, coding cool creations, or making artistic masterpieces, STEAM Time is all about exploring, experimenting, and having a blast! Ages 6 to 9. This is a registered program. However, if space is available when the program…
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Tech Explorers
Tansley Woods · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Learn – Explore – Play! Discover the exciting world of coding as you experiment with Dash and Dot, Sphero Indi, Code-a-Pillar, and other tech toys. Through games, hands-on challenges, and robot exploration, learn coding concepts while building problem-solving and teamwork skills. Ages 6-9 Accessibility If you need an accessibility accommodation during this program, please register early so we can confirm…
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H.O.B. Maker Meetup
Central · Burlington, ON
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Come out and mingle with fellow makers from Hamilton, Oakville, and Burlington. Share your project ideas, find collaborators, and be inspired. All maker levels are welcome to drop in. Use of the MakerSpace equipment is available on a first-come, first-served basis during this time. Accessibility If you need an accessibility accommodation during this program, please contact us a few days before your visit at…
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Drop-In Backgammon for Adults
Concession Branch · Hamilton, ON
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Drop-in for a spirited game of backgammon with friends and neighbors. No experience necessary. Supplies provided.
Free
Community Partner Visit - YWCA Immigration Services
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
YWCA Hamilton provides eligible clients with one-on-one information sessions to help make informed decisions about settlement in Canada. This includes targeted sessions specific to client needs, such as immigration, legal services, citizenship, housing, health care, education, employment, gender-based services, volunteer opportunities and other community supports. The Library Settlement Partnership is a free,…
Free
Family Storytime: Get Ready to Read
Dundas Branch · Dundas, ON
9:00 a.m. to 10:00 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
Playtime with EarlyON
Sherwood Branch · Hamilton, ON
9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Families with young children are invited to a drop-in play, exploration and discovery time. EarlyON Child and Family Centres offer free, high-quality programs for families and children from prenatal to age six. You can learn and play with your child, meet people and get advice from early childhood professionals. Presented by EarlyON Child and Family Centres.
Free
Dinosaur Storytime
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
It's Dino-vember at HPL. Join HPL Staff for stories, songs and rhymes about dinosaurs.
Free
Dinosaur Storytime
Concession Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
It's Dino-vember at HPL. Join HPL Staff for stories, songs and rhymes about dinosaurs.
Free
Drop-In Knitting and Crochet
Valley Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
HPL has knitting and crochet programs for all ages and skill levels. Drop in with your current project and materials.
Free
Family Storytime: Get Ready to Read
Sherwood 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
Family Storytime: Get Ready to Read
Dundas Branch · Dundas, 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