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Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together Exercise Program
Ancaster Branch · Ancaster, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Led by specially trained fitness instructors, the SMART program helps you improve your strength, balance and flexibility. Presented by VON Canada. To register, please call 289-442-4956.
Free
Dungeons and Dragons Campaign
Dundas Branch · Dundas, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Bring your imagination and take your character on a legendary adventure as you embark on a multi-session, ongoing campaign. Beginners welcome.
Free
Make and Create - Dinovember
Saltfleet Branch · Stoney Creek, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Learn to make a unique craft and explore a variety of art techniques. Supplies provided.
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
Reading Buddies
Parkdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 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
Friendships and Relationships
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.
This interactive, game-based program is designed to support children who may be experiencing challenges with emotional regulation, social interactions, and building healthy friendships. It is especially suited for children with diagnosed or suspected ADHD, Autism, Auditory Processing Differences (APD), behavioural struggles, or those navigating experiences with bullying or peer conflict. Presented by the Centre for…
Free
Dungeons and Dragons Campaign for Adults
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Bring your imagination and take your character on a legendary adventure as you embark on a multi-session, ongoing campaign for adults. Players of all skill levels welcome.
Free
Family Chess Drop-In
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 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
French Conversation Circle
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 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
Hamilton Poetry Centre Workshop
Westdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Bring a one-page poem (max) to read aloud to fellow poets and receive feedback. Presented by the Hamilton Poetry Centre.
Free
How to Save Money on Groceries
Concession Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Learn how to use apps, reward programs and online resources to save money on your groceries and household items.
Free
Leaps in Literacy
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 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
Make a Button with Adobe Photoshop
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Learn how to design and create custom buttons using Adobe Photoshop and a 2.25-inch button maker. Software and supplies provided.
Free
Red Hill Collage Club
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Anyone can make a collage; it's an accessible, low-pressure art form, perfect for practicing or rediscovering your artistic side. Share in conversation, creativity and company while you use magazines, newspapers and books recycled from HPL's collection to create art pieces that speak to you.
Free
Friendships and Relationships
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
This interactive, game-based program is designed to support teens who may be experiencing challenges with emotional regulation, social interactions, and building healthy friendships. It is especially suited for teens with diagnosed or suspected ADHD, Autism, Auditory Processing Differences (APD), behavioural struggles, or those navigating experiences with bullying or peer conflict. Presented by the Centre for…
Free
Hatch Embroidery Digitizer Intro
Valley Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Learn about Hatch Embroidery Digitizer and preparing files for the Brother PRS 100. This program focuses on four main tools: design library, lettering tools, digitizing shapes and auto-digitizing images.
Free
Latin Dance for Beginners
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Try salsa, merengue and bachata dance in an instructor-led, 60-minute lesson. Stay active and connected as you experience Hispanic culture through music and dance. No experience or partner required. Presented in collaboration with Fraternity Hispanic Association.
Free
Pyjama Storytime
Ancaster Branch · Ancaster, ON
6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Wear your cozy pyjamas to Family Storytime. Discover stories, rhymes, music, finger plays and flannel boards at this interactive program.
Free
Pyjama Storytime
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Wear your cozy pyjamas to Family Storytime. Discover stories, rhymes, music, finger plays and flannel boards at this interactive program.
Free
Reading Buddies
Dundas Branch · Dundas, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:00 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
Writer-in-Residence Writing Circle: Creative Writing for ESL
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
If you are a newcomer to Canada, an international student, or English as a Second Language learner who wants to develop your writing skills in English, meet new people and become part of a supportive, creative community, creative writing is a proven method to build confidence and improve all skills (listening, reading, writing and speaking) in your target language. Join 2026-27 Writer-in-Residence Lisa Richter…
Free
Leaps in Literacy
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:15 p.m. to 7:15 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
Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
Valley Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading. Trained pet therapy dogs and adult volunteers encourage readers to take part in literacy activities. Presented by Therapy Tails Ontario.
Free
Chess Meetup
New Appleby · Burlington, ON
6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Join us for a weekly chess meetup. We provide boards and pieces, and you can play, learn, or just enjoy a relaxed game. No experience needed. This meetup is all about enjoying friendly gameplay 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. Please help us…
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