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SUMMARY:Teddybear Sleepover at HPL
DESCRIPTION:Bring a stuffie to the Library for fun and games. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBring 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.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/teddybear-sleepover-at-hpl/
LOCATION:HPL – Lynden Branch\, 110 Lynden Road\, Lynden\, Ontario\, L0R 1T0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260121T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T180732Z
UID:10029374-1768989600-1769011200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Exam Cram at MPL
DESCRIPTION:The Teal Room is reserved for high school students to study during exam time. Drop-ins welcome. 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/exam-cram-at-mpl/2026-01-21/
LOCATION:MPL Main branch\, 1010 Main St E\, Milton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Milton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260120T193000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T164207Z
UID:10029314-1768933800-1768937400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Exam Cram Bark Break at BPL
DESCRIPTION: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. \nJan 20: 6:30-7:30pm Tansley Woods  \nJan 21: 6:30-7:30pm Alton \nJan 22 6:30-7:30pm Central
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/exam-cram-bark-break/2026-01-20/
LOCATION:BPL various branches\, Burlington Libraries\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260120T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260120T193000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260104T163449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T180210Z
UID:10029313-1768933800-1768937400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Paint by Sticker for Kids (ages 9-13)
DESCRIPTION:It’s a fun spin on paint-by-numbers… sticker-by-numbers! \nChoose from a variety of images and stickers\, check the number\, and place them on the page to see your art come to life. \nPlan to join us for this social activity geared to ages 9-13—and bring a friend!! 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/paint-by-sticker-for-kids-ages-9-13/
LOCATION:BPL – Tansley Woods\, 1996 Itabashi Way\, Burlington\, Ontario\, L7M4J8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free,March Break
GEO:43.3822208;-79.8003122
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260105T193053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170606Z
UID:10029327-1768845600-1768849200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest\, confidence and a love for reading. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead 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. \nThursday\, January 08: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 12: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, January 12: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nThursday\, January 15: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 19: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, January 22: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 26: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth  \nTuesday\, January 27: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, January 29: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, January 31: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown \nMonday\, February 02: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, February 05: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 09: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 09: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, February 12: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nThursday\, February 19: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 23: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 23: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 24: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton  \nThursday\, February 26: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, February 28: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/bark-for-books-with-therapy-tails-ontario/2026-01-19/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260119T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260105T201325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T201325Z
UID:10029346-1768838400-1768842000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Sensory Hour Family Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Connect with other families in a sensory-friendly environment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDrop in to connect with other families and have fun in a sensory-friendly environment. \n \nIf 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 \nFriday\, January 09: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nMonday\, January 19: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Dundas \nFriday\, February 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nMonday\, February 23: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Dundas
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/sensory-hour-family-drop-in/2026-01-19/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260119T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260119T113000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260105T205831Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T205831Z
UID:10029361-1768818600-1768822200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Mindfulness for Preschoolers
DESCRIPTION:Drop-in for some fun\, low impact\, calming stretches and exercises. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nYoung children participate in calming\, low-impact movement activities to help them focus on mental and physical health.  \nMonday\, January 19: 10:30am – 11:00am Valley Park \nMonday\, February 09: 10:30am – 11:00am Valley Park \nWednesday\, February 11: 10:00am – 10:30am Waterdown
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/mindfulness-for-preschoolers-2/2026-01-19/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260119T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260106T180732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T180732Z
UID:10029373-1768816800-1768838400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Exam Cram at MPL
DESCRIPTION:The Teal Room is reserved for high school students to study during exam time. Drop-ins welcome. 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/exam-cram-at-mpl/2026-01-19/
LOCATION:MPL Main branch\, 1010 Main St E\, Milton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Milton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260104T163143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T174847Z
UID:10029306-1768658400-1768662000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Paws for Stories
DESCRIPTION:Snuggle up and read to a St. John Ambulance therapy dog. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuild 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 on literacy activities in the program room. Geared to children ages 6-12. \nPaws for Stories is very popular at this location\, and space is limited; please arrive early to secure your spot. \nPresented in partnership with St. John Ambulance \n\n  \n 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/paws-for-stories/2026-01-17/
LOCATION:BPL – Brant Hills\, 2255 Brant Street\, Burlington\, Ontario\, L7P5C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free,Indoor
GEO:43.3614759;-79.8462896
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260104T162610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T163250Z
UID:10029303-1768658400-1768662000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Cursive Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Develop your handwriting style for ages 9-12 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn 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. \n\nJanuary 17\, 2-3pm Alton Branch \nJanuary 28\, 6:30-7:30pm New Appleby Branch
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/cursive-writing-workshop/2026-01-17/
LOCATION:BPL various branches\, Burlington Libraries\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260112T191043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T191155Z
UID:10029517-1768654800-1768662000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Ward 2 Public Skate
DESCRIPTION:Pier 8 Outdoor Rink – free skate rentals and hot chocolate
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/ward-2-public-skate/2026-01-17/
LOCATION:Hamilton Waterfront – Pier 8\, (bottom of Discovery Drive)\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20251229T153051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T173710Z
UID:10029293-1768651200-1768662000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Cogeco Free Skating: Party at the Pond!
DESCRIPTION:Come down to the Burlington Rotary Centennial Pond for some DJ Throw Back Saturdays and Thursdays\, with lights\, music\, free hot chocolate and cookies. \nThursday Jan 8: Disco Fever/Groovy 70s 6-9pm \nSaturday Jan 10: Retro Rewind 12-3pm \nThursday Jan 15: Totally Rad 80s 6-9pm \nSaturday Jan 17: Pop Star Party 12-3pm \nThursday Jan 22: 90s Throwback 6-9pm \nSaturday Jan 24: great Canadian Skate 12-3pm \nThursday Jan 29th: Early 2000s 6-9pm \nSaturday Jan 31st: Beach Blast 12-3pm \nThursday Feb 5: One Hit Wonders 6-9pm \nSaturday Feb 7: The Big Sing Along 12-3pm \nThursday Feb 12: A Night at the Movies 6-9pm \nSaturday Feb 14: Sweetheart Skate 12-3pm
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/disco-fever-skating-at-the-pond/2026-01-17/
LOCATION:Rotary Pond Burlington\, 1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T193000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260105T193053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170606Z
UID:10029326-1768501800-1768505400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest\, confidence and a love for reading. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead 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. \nThursday\, January 08: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 12: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, January 12: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nThursday\, January 15: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 19: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, January 22: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 26: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth  \nTuesday\, January 27: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, January 29: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, January 31: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown \nMonday\, February 02: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, February 05: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 09: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 09: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, February 12: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nThursday\, February 19: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 23: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 23: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 24: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton  \nThursday\, February 26: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, February 28: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/bark-for-books-with-therapy-tails-ontario/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T193000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260104T162340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T163219Z
UID:10029302-1768501800-1768505400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Gratitude\, Meditation\, Clay and Play
DESCRIPTION: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 take it home as a reminder of your experience. Register online. \nPlease register caregiver and child when registering for this program. Every child must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of this session. \nA 100 Seeds of Joy initiative presented in partnership with Halton Sahaja Yoga Meditation Network
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/gratitude-meditation-clay-and-play/
LOCATION:BPL – Brant Hills\, 2255 Brant Street\, Burlington\, Ontario\, L7P5C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free
GEO:43.3614759;-79.8462896
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T210000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20251229T153051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T173710Z
UID:10029292-1768500000-1768510800@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Cogeco Free Skating: Party at the Pond!
DESCRIPTION:Come down to the Burlington Rotary Centennial Pond for some DJ Throw Back Saturdays and Thursdays\, with lights\, music\, free hot chocolate and cookies. \nThursday Jan 8: Disco Fever/Groovy 70s 6-9pm \nSaturday Jan 10: Retro Rewind 12-3pm \nThursday Jan 15: Totally Rad 80s 6-9pm \nSaturday Jan 17: Pop Star Party 12-3pm \nThursday Jan 22: 90s Throwback 6-9pm \nSaturday Jan 24: great Canadian Skate 12-3pm \nThursday Jan 29th: Early 2000s 6-9pm \nSaturday Jan 31st: Beach Blast 12-3pm \nThursday Feb 5: One Hit Wonders 6-9pm \nSaturday Feb 7: The Big Sing Along 12-3pm \nThursday Feb 12: A Night at the Movies 6-9pm \nSaturday Feb 14: Sweetheart Skate 12-3pm
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/disco-fever-skating-at-the-pond/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:Rotary Pond Burlington\, 1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T173000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260109T185407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T185407Z
UID:10029409-1768495500-1768498200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Free trial Sports Class
DESCRIPTION:Join coach Dana for a Fit For Fun Multi-Sport class! Parent participation required.\nRegister at: www.fitforfunprograms.com
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/free-trial-sports-class-2/
LOCATION:St John’s Anglican Church Burlington\, 2464 Dundas Street West\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260115T113000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260112T190219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170453Z
UID:10028843-1768473000-1768476600@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Lil' Kids Club
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nStarting 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\, and interactive play. It is designed to build a foundation of social skills and strong sense of community. \nClasses include singing\, interactive play\, instruments\, movement and listening activities.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/lil-kids-club-2/2026-01-15/
LOCATION:Hamilton Farmers Market\, 35 York Boulevard\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8R1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
GEO:43.2589258;-79.87032
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T203000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260106T182912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170248Z
UID:10029393-1768417200-1768422600@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:True Crime Teens: Current Events Podcast Club
DESCRIPTION:“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. \nBy 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 of global issues\, and become informed and active citizens in their communities and beyond. \nParticipants who attend high school will also be eligible to earn their community volunteer hours. Ages 13-17.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/true-crime-teens-current-events-podcast-club/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:MPL Main branch\, 1010 Main St E\, Milton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor,Milton
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260105T203001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T175459Z
UID:10029359-1768406400-1768410000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Make a Scene with StikBots (ages 8-12)
DESCRIPTION:Unleash your inner filmmaker. Ages 8 to 12. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nUse StikBot flexible figurines to create anything from silly green screen photos to stop-motion animation. Try them out. We’ll show you how.  \nWednesday\, January 14: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nTuesday\, February 24: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Westdale
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/make-a-scene-with-stikbots-ages-8-12/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260114T153000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20251212T020058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170207Z
UID:10029372-1768401000-1768404600@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Croque apres-midi avec On y va Milton
DESCRIPTION:For  children aged 0 to 6 years . \nYoung 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!  \n 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/croque-apres-midi-avec-on-y-va-milton/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:MPL Main branch\, 1010 Main St E\, Milton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor,Milton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T190000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260105T202526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T202526Z
UID:10029357-1768327200-1768330800@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Around the World Escape Room at HPL
DESCRIPTION:Solve the mystery\, recover the loot and catch HPL’s mascot Scout. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nAs 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.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/around-the-world-escape-room-at-hpl-2/
LOCATION:HPL – Central Branch\, 55 York Boulevard\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N 4E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260113T163000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260105T193053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170606Z
UID:10029325-1768318200-1768321800@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest\, confidence and a love for reading. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead 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. \nThursday\, January 08: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 12: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, January 12: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nThursday\, January 15: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 19: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, January 22: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 26: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth  \nTuesday\, January 27: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, January 29: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, January 31: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown \nMonday\, February 02: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, February 05: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 09: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 09: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, February 12: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nThursday\, February 19: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 23: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 23: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 24: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton  \nThursday\, February 26: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, February 28: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/bark-for-books-with-therapy-tails-ontario/2026-01-13/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T190000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260105T193053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170606Z
UID:10029324-1768240800-1768244400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest\, confidence and a love for reading. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead 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. \nThursday\, January 08: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 12: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, January 12: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nThursday\, January 15: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 19: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, January 22: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 26: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth  \nTuesday\, January 27: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, January 29: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, January 31: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown \nMonday\, February 02: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, February 05: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 09: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 09: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, February 12: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nThursday\, February 19: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 23: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 23: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 24: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton  \nThursday\, February 26: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, February 28: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/bark-for-books-with-therapy-tails-ontario/2026-01-12/2/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T180000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260105T202321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T175336Z
UID:10029353-1768237200-1768240800@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Spanish Books Out Loud
DESCRIPTION:Sit back and relax as we read Spanish-language books aloud. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore 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. \nMonday\, January 12: 5:00pm – 6:00pm Central \nMonday\, January 26: 5:00pm – 6:00pm Central \nMonday\, February 09: 5:00pm – 6:00pm Central \nMonday\, February 23: 5:00pm – 6:00pm Central
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/spanish-books-out-loud/2026-01-12/
LOCATION:HPL – Central Branch\, 55 York Boulevard\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N 4E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260105T193053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170606Z
UID:10029323-1768233600-1768237200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest\, confidence and a love for reading. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead 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. \nThursday\, January 08: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 12: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, January 12: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nThursday\, January 15: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 19: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, January 22: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 26: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth  \nTuesday\, January 27: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, January 29: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, January 31: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown \nMonday\, February 02: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, February 05: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 09: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 09: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, February 12: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nThursday\, February 19: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 23: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 23: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 24: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton  \nThursday\, February 26: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, February 28: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/bark-for-books-with-therapy-tails-ontario/2026-01-12/1/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260112T140000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260105T201737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T201737Z
UID:10029349-1768222800-1768226400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Sensory Storytime
DESCRIPTION:A story time for children who thrive better in small groups. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nA 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.  \nRegistration required. \nIf you need an accessibility accommodation during this program\, please contact us before your visit.Email mmcsween@hpl.ca \nMonday\, January 12: 1:00pm – 2:00pm Kenilworth \nThursday\, January 22: 10:00am – 10:30am Binbrook \nMonday\, February 02: 1:00pm – 2:00pm Kenilworth \nThursday\, February 19: 10:00am – 10:30am Binbrook
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/sensory-storytime/2026-01-12/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260110T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260104T163143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T174847Z
UID:10029305-1768053600-1768057200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Paws for Stories
DESCRIPTION:Snuggle up and read to a St. John Ambulance therapy dog. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuild 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 on literacy activities in the program room. Geared to children ages 6-12. \nPaws for Stories is very popular at this location\, and space is limited; please arrive early to secure your spot. \nPresented in partnership with St. John Ambulance \n\n  \n 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/paws-for-stories/2026-01-10/
LOCATION:BPL – Brant Hills\, 2255 Brant Street\, Burlington\, Ontario\, L7P5C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free,Indoor
GEO:43.3614759;-79.8462896
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260110T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20251229T153051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260114T173710Z
UID:10029291-1768046400-1768057200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Cogeco Free Skating: Party at the Pond!
DESCRIPTION:Come down to the Burlington Rotary Centennial Pond for some DJ Throw Back Saturdays and Thursdays\, with lights\, music\, free hot chocolate and cookies. \nThursday Jan 8: Disco Fever/Groovy 70s 6-9pm \nSaturday Jan 10: Retro Rewind 12-3pm \nThursday Jan 15: Totally Rad 80s 6-9pm \nSaturday Jan 17: Pop Star Party 12-3pm \nThursday Jan 22: 90s Throwback 6-9pm \nSaturday Jan 24: great Canadian Skate 12-3pm \nThursday Jan 29th: Early 2000s 6-9pm \nSaturday Jan 31st: Beach Blast 12-3pm \nThursday Feb 5: One Hit Wonders 6-9pm \nSaturday Feb 7: The Big Sing Along 12-3pm \nThursday Feb 12: A Night at the Movies 6-9pm \nSaturday Feb 14: Sweetheart Skate 12-3pm
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/disco-fever-skating-at-the-pond/2026-01-10/
LOCATION:Rotary Pond Burlington\, 1340 Lakeshore Road\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260109T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260109T163000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260105T201325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T201325Z
UID:10029345-1767972600-1767976200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Sensory Hour Family Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Connect with other families in a sensory-friendly environment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDrop in to connect with other families and have fun in a sensory-friendly environment. \n \nIf 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 \nFriday\, January 09: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nMonday\, January 19: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Dundas \nFriday\, February 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nMonday\, February 23: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Dundas
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/sensory-hour-family-drop-in/2026-01-09/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260108T193000
DTSTAMP:20260522T054306
CREATED:20260105T193053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170606Z
UID:10029322-1767897000-1767900600@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest\, confidence and a love for reading. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead 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. \nThursday\, January 08: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 12: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, January 12: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nThursday\, January 15: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 19: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, January 22: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 26: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth  \nTuesday\, January 27: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, January 29: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, January 31: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown \nMonday\, February 02: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, February 05: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 09: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 09: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, February 12: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nThursday\, February 19: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 23: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 23: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 24: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton  \nThursday\, February 26: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, February 28: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/bark-for-books-with-therapy-tails-ontario/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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