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Tales for Toddlers
New Appleby · Burlington, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Have fun with your toddler! Come for stories, music, songs and rhymes geared to toddlers 12 to 36 months old who are actively exploring their world and developing social skills. Children must be accompanied by their adult caregiver. Tales for Toddlers storytime is very popular at this location and space is limited; please arrive early to secure your spot. Accessibility If you need an accessibility accommodation…
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Dynamic Dinos
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Celebrate Dino-vember at the library with dinosaur-themed activities and crafts.
Free
Family Bingo
Barton Branch · Hamilton, ON
11:00 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.
Join us for a morning of family fun playing the classic game BINGO.
Free
Family Storytime: Get Ready to Read
Ancaster Branch · Ancaster, ON
11:00 a.m. to 11:30 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
Mini Playdate
Aldershot · Burlington, ON
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Bring your little ones for a fun and interactive play session. Be ready to play explore, discover, and create together. Drop in anytime. Ages 0 to 5 with adult caregiver participation. 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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Storytelling with Ozobots
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Learn to code with Ozobots, then program them to follow a story.
Free
Family Bingo
Saltfleet Branch · Stoney Creek, ON
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Join us for an afternoon of family fun playing the classic game BINGO.
Free
Noon Hour Holiday Concert
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m.
This week the Hamilton Phil's Brass Quintet takes the stage in Central Library's Hamilton Room. Join the Hamilton Phil’s Brass Quintet and kick off the holiday season.
Free
Family Bingo - Dinosaurs
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Join us for an afternoon of family fun playing the classic game BINGO.
Free
Sit to Be Fit
Dundas Branch · Dundas, ON
12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Increase your strength, balance, flexibility and endurance in this seated movement program. Registration required, call 1-800-565-4614 x102 or 905-768-4488, or email sherri.miller@alzda.ca. Presented by the Alzheimer Society of Hamilton and Halton.
Free
Board Games and Puzzles
Terryberry 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
Club Rex
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Celebrate DI-NOVEMBER with a visit from Club Rex. See a large collection of dinosaur skulls, teeth, claws and other prehistoric pieces. This is a drop-in event with limited space. First-come, first-served.
Free
LEGO Build and Play
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Build, imagine and play with LEGO. LEGO is provided for use in the Library.
Free
Board Games and Puzzles
Parkdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Challenge yourself or a friend to one of our many board games and puzzles.
Free
Knit 'n' Natter
New Appleby · Burlington, ON
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 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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Writing Circle for Older Adults
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
A workshop for writers who are older adults to create and share their fiction, poetry and creative non-fiction in a supportive environment.
Free
Chair Yoga
Aldershot · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Exercise your body and mind and build strength and flexibility through a gentle session of chair yoga. No mat is required. Ages 18+ 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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Craft Cart
Carlisle Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation to take home. Supplies provided.
Free
Drop-In Nintendo Switch Gaming
Sherwood Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Enjoy some casual Nintendo Switch gaming at this drop-in program. Bring your friends and meet fellow gamers for four-player action.
Free
Family Bingo - Dinosaurs
Binbrook Branch · Binbrook, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Join us for an afternoon of family fun playing the classic game BINGO.
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
Fun with Sound
Central · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Almost any object can make a noise or sound but how do you make music with it? Join the fun as Abigail Richardson-Schulte, Hamilton Phil’s Composer Advisor and Ambassador shares favourite and unusual sounds created with 'instruments' that can be found throughout the home. This interactive exploration of music-making for kids can be enjoyed by music fans of all ages, though it's best suited to those ages 5 and up.…
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Kids' Dino Trivia
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Trivia all about dinosaurs and prehistory, to celebrate Dino-vember. HPL brings the questions, you bring the brains. Test your knowledge in this fun competition for children ages 6-12.
Free
Live Holiday Music at Concession
Concession Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
This week Bel Canto Strings takes the stage at the Concession Branch for a holiday concert. Classical and contemporary music is performed by the students from Hamilton's Bel Canto Strings Academy.
Free