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Baby Stay and Play
Locke Branch · Hamilton, ON
1:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Attend Storytime and afterward, stay for social and play time. Suited for families with children ages birth to 24 months.
Free
Women’s Education and Rural Support Counselling
Binbrook Branch · Binbrook, ON
1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
The WEARS program provides women with free and confidential counselling, advocacy, referrals, family court support, wellness, coping skills, safety planning and workshops. A counsellor is available Fridays at the Binbrook Branch 2-4pm. For more information email wearscounsellor@intervalhousehamilton.org or call 905-522-0127.
Free
Community Partner Visit - Hamilton Urban Core
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Hamilton Urban Core Community Health Centre - Support and services to immigrant and refugee individuals and families with settlement, career guidance, health and related issues.
Free
Craft at HPL - Decoupage Art
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Learn how to add holiday designs to your jars using decoupage. Supplies provided.
Free
Cross Stitch Club
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Find friendship and inspiration in the company of other stitchers. All skill levels welcome.
Free
Drop-In Knitting and Crochet
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 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
Drop-In Knitting and Crochet
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 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
Internet Privacy and Security 2
Dundas Branch · Dundas, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Learn about viruses and email scams to increase your internet privacy and security.
Free
Intro to Large-Format Printing
Concession Branch · Hamilton, ON
2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Create oversized posters and vibrant banners at Hamilton Public Library's Makerspaces. Master the skills to bring your biggest, boldest design ideas to life at low costs by using our large-format printer. Get hands-on experience and start printing like a pro today.
Free
Playtime with EarlyON
Binbrook Branch · Binbrook, ON
2:00 p.m. to 4:00 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
Seniors Maintaining Active Roles Together Exercise Program
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
2:30 p.m. to 3:30 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
Basic Computer Skills 1 - Device, Mouse and Keyboard
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
An introduction to the basics of a computer including using the mouse and keyboard. Ideal for new computer users. No previous experience required.
Free
Imagination Stations
Westdale Branch · Hamilton, ON
3:30 p.m. to 5:00 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
LEGO Build and Play
Saltfleet Branch · Stoney Creek, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Build, imagine and play with LEGO. LEGO is provided for use in the Library.
Free
Reading Buddies
Red Hill Branch · Hamilton, ON
3:30 p.m. to 4:30 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
Maker Cart Drop-In (Ages 8 to 12)
Waterdown Branch · Waterdown, ON
4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.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
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
Leaps in Literacy
Terryberry Branch · Hamilton, ON
4:30 p.m. to 5:30 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
Conversation Exchange: Español/English
Central Library · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
English learners and Spanish learners practice their second languages in a facilitated group discussion. Discussion takes place in each language for half an hour. All skill levels are welcome. Drop-in. Presented by the Asociación Fraternidad Hispana.
Free
Guitar Pickers
Kenilworth Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Play guitar and share songs with fellow musicians. Bring a guitar and take turns playing a song of your choosing. For guitarists with some basic to advanced skills.
Free
Reading Buddies
Turner Park Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:00 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
Understand Your Grief
Concession Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
An eight-week session focused on psychoeducation and support for those who have experienced the death of someone close to them. Alan Wolfelt’s Understanding Your Grief, Ten Essential Touchstones for Finding Hope and Healing Your Heart guides the conversation. It is presented by Trish Roy, a Grief and Bereavement Social Worker at Emmanuel House Hospice and Palliative Care Services. And Diana Dziuba-Horrocks, a…
Free
Craft at HPL - Book Page Tree
Stoney Creek Branch · Hamilton, ON
5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Repurpose old, unwanted books and create a tree for the holidays. Supplies provided.
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