Bark for Books at HPL
2030-10-01, 2030-10-03, 2030-10-07, 2030-10-08, 2030-10-10, 2030-10-14, 2030-10-15, 2030-10-17 and 6 more dates | HPL – selected branches, Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada
Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest, confidence and a love for reading.

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.
Thursday, April 09: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Valley Park Branch

Monday, April 13: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Kenilworth Branch

Monday, April 13: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Turner Park Branch

Tuesday, April 14: 3:30pm – 4:30pm

Barton Branch
Thursday, April 16: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Valley Park Branch

Monday, April 20: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Turner Park Branch

Thursday, April 23: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Valley Park Branch

Saturday, April 25: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Waterdown Branch

Monday, April 27: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Kenilworth Branch

Monday, April 27: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Turner Park Branch

Thursday, April 30: 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Valley Park Branch
Saturday, May 02: 10:00am – 11:00am
Binbrook Branch

Monday, May 04: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Turner Park Branch

Thursday, May 07: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Valley Park Branch

Monday, May 11: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Kenilworth Branch

Monday, May 11: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Turner Park Branch

Tuesday, May 12: 3:30pm – 4:30pm
Barton Branch

Thursday, May 14: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Valley Park Branch

Thursday, May 21: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Valley Park Branch

Saturday, May 23: 11:00am – 12:00pm
Waterdown Branch

Monday, May 25: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Kenilworth Branch

Monday, May 25: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Turner Park Branch

Thursday, May 28: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Valley Park Branch

Monday, June 01: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Turner Park Branch

Thursday, June 04: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Valley Park Branch

Monday, June 08: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Kenilworth Branch

Monday, June 08: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Turner Park Branch

Tuesday, June 09: 3:30pm – 4:30pm
Barton Branch

Thursday, June 11: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Valley Park Branch

Saturday, June 13: 10:00am – 11:00am
Binbrook Branch

Monday, June 15: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Turner Park Branch

Thursday, June 18: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Valley Park Branch

Monday, June 22: 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Kenilworth Branch

Monday, June 22: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Turner Park Branch

Thursday, June 25: 6:30pm – 7:30pm
Valley Park Branch

Monday, June 29: 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Turner Park Branch

Indigo Play Days
2030-10-05 11:00 - 16:00, 2030-10-12 11:00 - 16:00, 2030-10-19 11:00 - 16:00, 2030-10-26 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | Select Indigo and Chapters stores, Burlington, ON, Canada
Join us this Summer on Saturdays* at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. for fun storytime and kids activities from GenMe™, Pokemon™, Groovy Girls®, LEGO®, Make It Real®, and Magna-Tiles®. Spaces are limited. No reservation required for accompanying adults or non-participants.
Saturday July 4 at 11am & 1pm local time Summer Reading Launch Party
Pick up your FREE Summer Reading Passport and enjoy storytime and fun activities from kid-favourite series, including Dog Man, InvestiGators, and Wings of Fire.

Saturday July 11 at 11am & 1pm local time Building Friendships & Bracelets
Hey besties! Join us in store for a friendship extravaganza, complete with DIY friendship bracelets and exciting Baby-Sitters Club activities, like mini magazines, trivia, and more for BSC fans. Plus, gather around for a heartwarming friendship-themed storytime.

Saturday July 18 at 11am & 1pm local time Trainers Trading Event
Calling all Pokémon™ Trainers! Join us in store for an action-packed Pokémon™ Trading Card Event designed for fans ready to trade, collect, and connect with fellow Trainers.

Saturday July 25 at 11am & 1pm local time Groovy Creative Club
Join us for a fun-filled up event where kids can discover their unique style through a ’90s-inspired personality quiz. Find out which Groovy Girls® doll, accessory, and book genre best matches your personality! Plus, every participant will receive a Groovy Girls® mini keychain journal to take home.

Saturday August 8 at 11am & 1pm local time Disney Castle Make & Take

Join us for a magical LEGO® Disney Castle Make & Take event. Children will enjoy a Disney-themed storytime and build their own LEGO® creation to take home as a special keepsake.
Saturday August 15 at 11am & 1pm local time Beads & Bracelet Party

Join us for a creative Make It Real® Bracelet event, where children can create their own candy-themed bracelet to keep.
Saturday August 22 at 11am & 1pm local time Build, Play & Explore

Join us for a fun-filled MAGNA-TILES® building adventure inspired by the book Tumford the Terrible! After enjoying the storytime, children will use MAGNA-TILES® to create playful pet scenes, imagining and building their own adventures.
