A story time for children who thrive better in small groups. A small, welcoming group program with stories, songs, rhymes and sensory play activities for children ages 2-6 who have developmental disabilities, atypical sensory processing and/or other conditions. Registration required. If you need an accessibility accommodation during this program, please contact us before your visit.Email mmcsween@hpl.ca […]
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 children aged 0 to 6 years . Young children know that books hold meaning. Every book you read to your child is a gift they will cherish. A book truly comes […]
Craft Your Heart Out this Valentine’s Day! We’ll swirl, sparkle, and snip our way to cards that bloom with love. The event runs from 5pm to 7pm but each participant enjoys a focused 30-minute session of crafting. Select your time slot when registering: 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, or 6:30. Discover a whole new way to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Our Paper Roses Valentine’s […]
"True Crime Teens: Current Events Podcast Club" offers a dynamic and engaging platform for teens to explore, discuss, and take action on current events issues. By listening to podcasts, participating […]
Introducing the Hamilton Farmers' Market Lil' Kids Club! Once all the bigger kids are back to school, join us at the Hamilton Farmers' Market for toddler aged programming (0-4yrs) on […]
Come down to the Burlington Rotary Centennial Pond for some DJ Throw Back Saturdays and Thursdays, with lights, music, free hot chocolate and cookies. Thursday Jan 8: Disco Fever/Groovy 70s 6-9pm Saturday Jan 10: Retro Rewind 12-3pm Thursday Jan 15: Totally Rad 80s 6-9pm Saturday Jan 17: Pop Star Party 12-3pm Thursday Jan 22: 90s […]
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 […]
Come in for a fun, free event for kids! We’re going to make cute cards for Valentine’s Day. All supplies are free for this event.
Celebrate strong princesses and big imaginations at a special storytime for Paper Bag Princess Day and International Women’s Day. Listen to a reading of Robert Munsch's The Paper Bag Princess, sing songs, and make a fun craft to take home! Perfect for families with children ages 5 and younger. Family Storytime is very popular at this location, […]
Join us for our Lunar New Year Celebration happening Saturday, February 7th, from 11am-2pm in the common area outside The Slime Lab. We will have a Lion Dance performance at 11am, followed by lion themed crafts for kids and snap a pic in front of our Lunar New Year selfie backdrop!
Come down to the Burlington Rotary Centennial Pond for some DJ Throw Back Saturdays and Thursdays, with lights, music, free hot chocolate and cookies. Thursday Jan 8: Disco Fever/Groovy 70s 6-9pm Saturday Jan 10: Retro Rewind 12-3pm Thursday Jan 15: Totally Rad 80s 6-9pm Saturday Jan 17: Pop Star Party 12-3pm Thursday Jan 22: 90s […]
Capture the quiet beauty of winter through landscape art. Create artworks inspired by the winter landscape. Whether drawing snow-covered fields, bare trees under grey skies, frosty windows, or imagined wintry worlds, focus on how seasonal scenes can be translated into line, shape, texture and colour. Experiment with visual elements such as contrast, atmosphere and space, […]
For Valentines Day, be careful who you give your heart to as we learn how to crochet heart-shaped amigurumi, or stuffies. For ages 13-17.
Snuggle up and read to a St. John Ambulance therapy dog. Build confidence and a love of reading by reading aloud to a furry friend. Each child will spend about 10 minutes reading to one of two trained pet therapy dogs and their adult handler. While they wait for their turn, kids can work quietly […]
Join us in-store to paint mason jars for Valentine’s Day. Just purchase the mason jar and Michaels will provide the rest of the supplies for free!
For children 4 - 6 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Ooey gooey cheesy goodness! Join us for a fun interactive storytime about everyone's favourite food, PIZZA! Stories, songs, activities and even a craft!
Drop-in for some fun, low impact, calming stretches and exercises. Young children participate in calming, low-impact movement activities to help them focus on mental and physical health. Monday, January 19: 10:30am - 11:00am Valley Park Monday, February 09: 10:30am - 11:00am Valley Park Wednesday, February 11: 10:00am - 10:30am Waterdown
Capture the quiet beauty of winter through landscape art. Create artworks inspired by the winter landscape. Whether drawing snow-covered fields, bare trees under grey skies, frosty windows, or imagined wintry worlds, focus on how seasonal scenes can be translated into line, shape, texture and colour. Experiment with visual elements such as contrast, atmosphere and space, […]
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, January 08: 6:30pm […]
Sit back and relax as we read Spanish-language books aloud. Explore Spanish-language books and practice your Spanish while meeting friends and doing group activities. Presented by Asociación Fraternidad Hispana - Hamilton (AFH-Hamilton) with support from Keetup Publishing House. Monday, January 12: 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Monday, January 26: 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Monday, February 09: 5:00pm - 6:00pm […]
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, January 08: 6:30pm […]
Celebrate Valentine's Day at storytime! Join this special storytime to celebrate Valentine's Day with friends. Stay to create a simple Valentine's craft to take home. 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. Feb 10: […]
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, January 08: 6:30pm […]
Drop-in for some fun, low impact, calming stretches and exercises. Young children participate in calming, low-impact movement activities to help them focus on mental and physical health. Monday, January 19: 10:30am - 11:00am Valley Park Monday, February 09: 10:30am - 11:00am Valley Park Wednesday, February 11: 10:00am - 10:30am Waterdown
A family storytime celebrating Valentine's Day A family storytime to celebrate love in time for Valentine's Day. Enjoy stories, songs and more. Feb 11 10:00-10:30 Saltfleet and Turner Park branches Feb 12 10:00 Terryberry, Red Hill, Binbrook, Carlisle, Valley Park, 1:30-2:00 Waterdown
For children aged 0 to 6 years . Young children know that books hold meaning. Every book you read to your child is a gift they will cherish. A book truly comes alive when shared between an adult and a young child! Come share this moment with us through reading and many other activities!
"True Crime Teens: Current Events Podcast Club" offers a dynamic and engaging platform for teens to explore, discuss, and take action on current events issues. By listening to podcasts, participating in discussions, and championing for policy change by writing advocacy letters to local MPs and MPPs, participants will develop critical thinking skills, deepen their understanding […]
Ignite your child's imagination by exploring a variety of art materials. Fuel your child's creative side by exploring a variety of art materials. Supplies provided. Feb 12: Saltfleet 4:00-5:00, 4:30-5:30 Freelton, Feb 13: 4:30-5:30 Waterdown Feb 14: 10:00-11:00 Saltfleet, 3:00-4:00 Stoney Creek
Celebrate Valentine's Day at storytime! Join this special storytime to celebrate Valentine's Day with friends. Stay to create a simple Valentine's craft to take home. 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. Feb 10: […]
Introducing the Hamilton Farmers' Market Lil' Kids Club! Once all the bigger kids are back to school, join us at the Hamilton Farmers' Market for toddler aged programming (0-4yrs) on Thursday mornings. Starting September 11th, from 10:30-11:30AM, join Darcy from Enchantment Theatre for a program that introduces the love of the Market through music, storytelling, […]
Come down to the Burlington Rotary Centennial Pond for some DJ Throw Back Saturdays and Thursdays, with lights, music, free hot chocolate and cookies. Thursday Jan 8: Disco Fever/Groovy 70s 6-9pm Saturday Jan 10: Retro Rewind 12-3pm Thursday Jan 15: Totally Rad 80s 6-9pm Saturday Jan 17: Pop Star Party 12-3pm Thursday Jan 22: 90s […]
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, January 08: 6:30pm […]
We've got a ton of fun in-store on: Friday, February 13th (PD Day!) and Saturday, February 14th (Valentines Day!) Meet Derpy from K-Pop Demon Hunters: 10am - 2pm Buy One Get One Free on ALL Valentines […]
What do you think would have happened if Vincent Van Gogh or even Rembrandt used sharpies and rubbing alcohol to create artistic masterpieces? Come unleash your inner artistic talents and come create a bold masterpiece using sharpies and alcohol. For ages 13-17
For children 6-10 years of age. Please note: Each child should register with an individual library card. Join us for MPL's version of the Winter Olympics! Participants will be grouped into team. Each team will complete four fun activities, the snowball toss, ice skating relay, ski jump challenge and a curling match. Following the games, there will be a […]
Connect with other families in a sensory-friendly environment. Drop in to connect with other families and have fun in a sensory-friendly environment. If you need an accessibility accommodation during this program, please contact us before your visit. Either email mmcsween@hpl.ca or call 905-546-3200 x3452 Friday, January 09: 3:30pm - 4:30pm Barton Monday, January 19: 4:00pm […]
Ignite your child's imagination by exploring a variety of art materials. Fuel your child's creative side by exploring a variety of art materials. Supplies provided. Feb 12: Saltfleet 4:00-5:00, 4:30-5:30 Freelton, Feb 13: 4:30-5:30 Waterdown Feb 14: 10:00-11:00 Saltfleet, 3:00-4:00 Stoney Creek
This Family Day enjoy spending time and staying active in our community. I’m sponsoring free recreation programs in Ward 3 in partnership with the City of Hamilton’s Recreation Department with those you define as family.In response to growing interest in more inclusive and accessible holiday programming (beyond just winter open skates), we’re expanding the kinds […]
We've got a ton of fun in-store on: Friday, February 13th (PD Day!) and Saturday, February 14th (Valentines Day!) Meet Derpy from K-Pop Demon Hunters: 10am - 2pm Buy One Get One Free on ALL Valentines […]
Come in for a fun, free event for kids! You can choose to make a heart-shaped keychain with pony beads, a mask with foam, or both! All supplies are free […]
Celebrate Valentine's Day at storytime! Join this special storytime to celebrate Valentine's Day with friends. Stay to create a simple Valentine's craft to take home. 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. Feb 10: […]
A family-friendly day of valentines-themed fun including kids crafts, local food & drink vendors, and a family dance party with special surprises. FREE
Come down to the Burlington Rotary Centennial Pond for some DJ Throw Back Saturdays and Thursdays, with lights, music, free hot chocolate and cookies. Thursday Jan 8: Disco Fever/Groovy 70s 6-9pm Saturday Jan 10: Retro Rewind 12-3pm Thursday Jan 15: Totally Rad 80s 6-9pm Saturday Jan 17: Pop Star Party 12-3pm Thursday Jan 22: 90s […]
Join us at West Avenue this Family Day weekend - free campfires & marshmallow roasting. Enjoy soup flights, pizzas, mulled hot cider, fresh baked cinnamon rolls and more!
Saturday, February 14th, 12:30 pm - 2:30 PMCome celebrate Valentine's Day at Terra Greenhouses in Burlington for a very special Pugentine's Party! Get ready to grumble with Hamilton Pugs this February at Terra Greenhouses in Burlington! We will be hosting a Pugentine's Party and everyone is welcome to join. If you don't have a pug […]
Snuggle up and read to a St. John Ambulance therapy dog. Build confidence and a love of reading by reading aloud to a furry friend. Each child will spend about 10 minutes reading to one of two trained pet therapy dogs and their adult handler. While they wait for their turn, kids can work quietly […]
Winter fun and games. Join us for a variety of Winter-inspired games and activities.
Join us Sunday, February 15 | 12–4 PM in Towne Square for an afternoon of winter fun you won’t want to miss. Enjoy live entertainment and winter fun, including: DJ Clymaxxx […]
Join us at West Avenue this Family Day weekend - free campfires & marshmallow roasting. Enjoy soup flights, pizzas, mulled hot cider, fresh baked cinnamon rolls and more!
