Join us Saturday December 20thn from 11am-2pm, in the common area in front of Ardene. Meet your favourite Holiday Character, snap a pic and join in the holiday theme crafts. Bring the kids and don't miss this free and festive holiday celebration!
Enjoy family-friendly activities including: Candy Cane Carollers, Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides, Photos with Santa, Hot Cocoa and so much more!
Best suited for children 3-7 years of age and their parent or caregiver, but all are welcome. Children and their families are invited to join in for a magical Christmas storytime, filled with holiday-themed books, songs, and activities.
For children 3-6 years of age and their parent or caregiver. Drop in and enjoy stories, and activities in Arabic to help with developing your child’s early literacy skills.
Join us on December 21 for a heart-warming holiday celebration featuring local makers & vendors, a festive Kid Zone, delicious seasonal eats, live music, and a special reading of the Christmas Story for kids. Bring family, bring friends, and bring your Christmas cheer! Where: Ancaster Fairgrounds (Concession Building) When: December 21 Admission: Family-friendly & open […]
Dance like nobody’s watching — or listening! Sign up for a one-hour session at our Holiday Silent Disco and groove to your favourite festive hits. Fun for the whole family
Best suited for families with children 2 and up, but all are welcome. Join us for a fun festive storytime hosted by Santa. We'll learn all about Santa, the magic of reindeer, through songs, stories, and fun facts. Join us and share in the holiday cheer together!
Enjoy holiday stories, songs, and more! Perfect for families with children ages 5 and younger. Space is limited; please arrive early to secure your spot. Family Storytime is very popular at this location and space is limited; please arrive early to secure your spot. Dec 16 10:30-11:00 New Appleby Dec 17 10:30-11:00 at Brant Hills, […]
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!
Chartwell Church invites the Oakville community to join them for Christmas Eve “Carols in the Square.” Singing will start at 5:00 pm and finish at approximately 6:00 pm. All are welcome to bring their family, friends and neighbours to sing along and also to enjoy hot chocolate and cookies. In the spirit of Christmas, there […]
Join us for a rockin' New Year's Eve party! Drop in for festive crafts, dancing and a countdown at noon. Perfect for families! 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. 11-12:00 at Brant Hills, Central, New Appleby […]
Say goodbye to 2025 and hello to 2026 with this special New Year's Eve program for kids! Ages 3-7 years Join us for a special story time filled with songs, rhymes, books and crafts! This program is ticketed. Tickets are required, limited, and vary by branch. Tickets will be distributed 15min prior to program start. […]
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!
Start the year on 2 wheels! Join us for a Community Bike Ride on New Years Day. Meet at the Elgan Street Promenade Portal at 12:00 Noon on 2026-01-01. Bring your bicycle, bell, helmet, and warm layers. (Hint: ski jacket & helmet, mittens, balaclava!) This is an all-ages & abilities, no-drop, fun ride suitable for […]
Join us for fun storytime and events. Spaces are limited. Reserve now!* Friday Jan 2: Bluey's Recipe for Fun Saturday Jan 3: Our Generation Doll Hair Styling Session Sunday Jan 4: Brain Quest Challenge
Join us for fun storytime and events. Spaces are limited. Reserve now!* Friday Jan 2: Bluey's Recipe for Fun Saturday Jan 3: Our Generation Doll Hair Styling Session Sunday Jan 4: Brain Quest Challenge
Join us for fun storytime and events. Spaces are limited. Reserve now!* Friday Jan 2: Bluey's Recipe for Fun Saturday Jan 3: Our Generation Doll Hair Styling Session Sunday Jan 4: Brain Quest Challenge
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
Solve the mystery, recover the loot and catch HPL's mascot Scout. As gumshoes for a global detective agency, you must search for clues, solve puzzles, recover the loot and catch HPL's mascot Scout as they take you across the globe in this themed twist on an escape room designed for children and families.
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!
Unleash your inner filmmaker. Ages 8 to 12. Use StikBot flexible figurines to create anything from silly green screen photos to stop-motion animation. Try them out. We'll show you how. Wednesday, January 14: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Kenilworth Tuesday, February 24: 3:30pm - 4:30pm Westdale
"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 […]
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, […]
Join coach Dana for a Fit For Fun Multi-Sport class! Parent participation required. Register at: www.fitforfunprograms.com
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 […]
Kids ages 6–12 and their adults are invited to slow down and connect through gratitude, guided meditation, and creative expression. Begin with a calming guided meditation to center the mind and open the heart, then carry that calm into a playful clay activity. Shape and decorate a unique clay creation inspired by your imagination, and […]
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 […]
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 […]
Pier 8 Outdoor Rink - free skate rentals and hot chocolate
Develop your handwriting style for ages 9-12 Learn the art of beautiful longhand writing in this hands-on workshop for ages 9-12. Learn how to form flowing and connected letters and develop your own handwriting style. All materials provided. Register online. January 17, 2-3pm Alton Branch January 28, 6:30-7:30pm New Appleby Branch
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 […]
The Teal Room is reserved for high school students to study during exam time. Drop-ins welcome.
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
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 […]
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 […]
It's a fun spin on paint-by-numbers... sticker-by-numbers! Choose from a variety of images and stickers, check the number, and place them on the page to see your art come to life. Plan to join us for this social activity geared to ages 9-13—and bring a friend!!
Paws from studying with St. John’s therapy dogs! Take a short mental health break with a visiting furry friend. No need to register or call ahead—just drop in. Jan 20: 6:30-7:30pm Tansley Woods Jan 21: 6:30-7:30pm Alton Jan 22 6:30-7:30pm Central
The Teal Room is reserved for high school students to study during exam time. Drop-ins welcome.
Bring a stuffie to the Library for fun and games. Bring one of your favourite stuffies to the Library for fun and games and then tuck them in for a sleepover. Pick up your stuffie Thursday, January 22nd between 2-7pm and find out just what kind of mischief they got into.
