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Sherwood Neighbourhood Social
Sherwood Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Join us for group games and collaborative crafts with people in your neighbourhood.
Free
Special Exhibition: Money in 10 Questions | Kids Edition
Burlington, ON
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The Bank of Canada Museum asked Canadian kids what they wanted to know about money. A whole lot, as it turned out. More than 800 thoughtful, complex and just plain fun questions flooded in from across the country. This exhibition answers 10 of these questions using a series of play-based activity stations. The answers provide a foundation for what kids need to know to help them manage their financial futures. Try…
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Maker Cart Drop-In (Ages 8 to 12)
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:15 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Create using a combination of cutting-edge technology and traditional ‘maker’ materials. The cart includes Raspberry Pis, Osmo, LEGO Robotics, 3D printing and painting, snap circuits and more. Everything is designed to jump right in, so pick your project and start making.
Free
Communicating with Landlords
Central · Burlington, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
How do you raise a maintenance issue with your landlord? How should you ask your landlord for an accommodation? And how much personal information should you share with property management? Learn practical communication skills to help you handle conversations with your landlord clearly and confidently. Presented in collaboration with Halton Community Legal Services Accessibility If you need an accessibility…
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Dinosaur Storytime
Valley Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
It's Dino-vember at HPL. Join HPL Staff for stories, songs and rhymes about dinosaurs.
Free
Family Stay and Play
Westdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
After storytime, stay for a social and play time. Families with children age five and younger.
Free
Family Storytime
Central · Burlington, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Read, write, talk, sing and play along with us at Family Storytime! Perfect for families with children ages 5 and younger. Family 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 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 Storytime
New Appleby · Burlington, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Read, write, talk, sing and play along with us at Family Storytime! Perfect for families with children ages 5 and younger. Family 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 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 Storytime
Alton · Burlington, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Read, write, talk, sing and play along with us at Family Storytime! Perfect for families with children ages 5 and younger. Family 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 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 Storytime
Tansley Woods · Burlington, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Read, write, talk, sing and play along with us at Family Storytime! Perfect for families with children ages 5 and younger. Family 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 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 Storytime
Brant Hills · Burlington, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
Read, write, talk, sing and play along with us at Family Storytime! Perfect for families with children ages 5 and younger. Family 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 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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Makerspace Crafts - Dino Masks
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
After watching a Staff demonstration, set to work on making your craft using HPL's Makerspace. Put together papercraft dino masks made on the Cricut Explore Air 2. Basic materials provided.
Free
Youth Fibre Crafters Club
Saltfleet Branch · Stoney Creek, ON
10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Bring your fibre craft project (knitting, crochet, cross stitch, bracelets and more) and hang out with other youth who love to create. Some materials provided.
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
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
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
Live Holiday Music at Waterdown
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
This week, the Peter Banting Swingtet performs live at the Waterdown Branch performing popular music to celebrate the holidays. This eight-piece band has been playing Broadway tunes and big band music for 27 years in Hamilton and area. The musicians are: John Stephen on guitar, vocals and MC; Dr. Peter Banting, leader, on alto saxophone; Jeff Goodall on tenor saxophone; Urmas Soomet on stand-up bass; James Locke on…
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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Sleeping Beauty
Theater Burlington · Burlington, ON
1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Step into a world of magic and wonder as the timeless tale of Sleeping Beauty is brought to life on stage, filled with enchanting characters, dazzling moments, and the power of true love.
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Be a Truth Detective
Tansley Woods · Burlington, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Listen to the story of Chicken Little and discover what can happen when we believe everything we hear. Put on your detective hat to look for clues, ask good questions, and decide what's true. Then create your own pretend newspaper story to convince everyone the sky is falling. For kids ages 6-9. Accessibility If you need an accessibility accommodation during this program, please register early so we can confirm…
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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 Red Hill
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Sit back and relax with your family as you enjoy new releases and rediscover old favourites.
Free