Around the World Escape Room at HPL
HPL - selected branchesSolve the mystery, recover the loot and catch HPL's mascot Scout. Saturday, June 28: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Monday, July 07: 1:00pm - 3:00pm Turner Park Wednesday, July 23: 3:30pm […]
Solve the mystery, recover the loot and catch HPL's mascot Scout. Saturday, June 28: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Monday, July 07: 1:00pm - 3:00pm Turner Park Wednesday, July 23: 3:30pm […]
For children 9-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Become a forensic scientist and investigate this whodunit by examining clues left at the scene! […]
Grab your lawn chair or bring your dancing shoes and join us Thursday nights in July from 7 - 9 pm following the Grimsby Farmer's Market in Coronation Park for […]
Join us for a free movie shown on a big outdoor screen in a park near you (weather permitting), presented by Access Storage. Movies will begin after dusk. (Sunset) […]
The Festival of Friends is back for three more days of FREE music, food, arts, and more! August 1, 2, 3rd in Gage Park, Hamilton. Lineup announcement to come mid-June!
For children 3-5 years of age accompanied by their parent or caregiver. Join us for a fun and interactive journey into the world of language and communication! We'll start with a story […]
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library. Check the website for this week's lineup!
Solve the mystery, recover the loot and catch HPL's mascot Scout. Saturday, June 28: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Monday, July 07: 1:00pm - 3:00pm Turner Park Wednesday, July 23: 3:30pm […]
Learn about different forms of transportation used around the world. Transportation-themed activities focused on bikes, trains, tuk tuks and more. Explore modes of transportation used all around the world. Tuesday, […]
In 1965 the Oakville Art Society created Art in the Park to promote local artists and artisans, and today this show has blossomed into Oakville’s premiere art event. Featuring more […]
Brought to you by the businesses of Burlington Downtown, it’s “Lights, Camera, Action” on this cinematic summer staple. Spencer Smith Park comes to life on Tuesday nights July 8th – […]
Popping up in City of Burlington parks; building, and making with unconventional materials using your imagination. Pop Up n’ Play is a play experience where children can explore, create, imagine, […]
Bring your new or gently used children’s books to swap with others. Friday, June 27: 10:00am - 11:00am Saltfleet Wednesday, July 02: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Kenilworth Friday, July 04: 2:00pm […]
Come learn the basics of birding, a fun hobby and a great way to introduce kids to citizen science. Best for 8+ Friday, July 11: 10:00am - 11:00am Sherwood Wednesday, […]
For children 9-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Step into the world of Braille and discover a unique way to read and write using touch! […]
Every other week, Animal Services hosts a Coyote Etiquette and Petiquette Pop-Up table at Central Library. Stop by our pop-up table to ask questions and learn more about a variety […]
This summer, Oakville Fire crews will be visiting splash pads around Town as they connect with the community though the Summer Splash campaign. Starting July 9, families are invited to […]
Board a bus full of animals on this mobile zoo. Thursday, July 10: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Parkdale Monday, July 14: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Mount Hope Wednesday, July 30: 5:00pm - […]
For children 8-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Get sticky with it! Discover the science of sticky. Make your own glue from food products and […]
Free Swim sponsored by Access Storage. A recreational swim open to all ages and swim abilities, with both lap and leisure pool available for use. Amenities: Double looped Waterslide, warming […]
Join us for a free movie shown on a big outdoor screen in a park near you (weather permitting), presented by Access Storage. Movies will begin after dusk. (Sunset) […]
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library. Check the website for this week's lineup!
Park Crawl will activate both Gore Park and John Rebecca Park simultaneously on select days during the summer, designed to provide attendees with plenty of free and exciting family-friendly entertainment. […]
Music, movement and more. Friday, June 06: 3:00pm - 3:30pm Waterdown Wednesday, July 02: 10:00am - 10:30am Waterdown Tuesday, July 15: 11:00am - 12:00pm Kenilworth Monday, July 21: 10:00am - […]
For children 6- 8 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Get up close and personal with some amazing animal friends! In this interactive program led […]
Solve the mystery, recover the loot and catch HPL's mascot Scout. Saturday, June 28: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Monday, July 07: 1:00pm - 3:00pm Turner Park Wednesday, July 23: 3:30pm […]
Puppet shows, stories and songs. Saturday, June 28: 10:00am - 10:30am Westdale Tuesday, July 15: 11:00am - 12:00pm Barton Monday, August 11: 2:00pm - 2:30pm Turner Park Tuesday, August 12: […]
For children 10-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Participants will use MakeyMakey to make a lion roar in Kenya to building interactive carnival drums […]
Free Swim sponsored by Access Storage. A recreational swim open to all ages and swimmer abilities, with both lap and warm water pool available for use. Fun features of the […]
Join us Monday nights at the Cruisin’ Car Show in the Canadian Tire/Burlington Centre Parking LotMay 12 to Sept 29 20255PM-8PM excluding long weekendsOur mission is to create a vibrant […]
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 […]
For families with children 6-12 years of age. Travel the globe through play! Join us for an afternoon of hands-on fun exploring traditional and modern games from around the world. […]
Brought to you by the businesses of Burlington Downtown, it’s “Lights, Camera, Action” on this cinematic summer staple. Spencer Smith Park comes to life on Tuesday nights July 8th – […]
Puppet shows, stories and songs. Saturday, June 28: 10:00am - 10:30am Westdale Tuesday, July 15: 11:00am - 12:00pm Barton Monday, August 11: 2:00pm - 2:30pm Turner Park Tuesday, August 12: […]
Popping up in City of Burlington parks; building, and making with unconventional materials using your imagination. Pop Up n’ Play is a play experience where children can explore, create, imagine, […]
Join us for this special fire safety storytime and enjoy a visit from our community helpers from the Oakville Fire Department! Stop by the library for a special storytime, led […]
Bring your new or gently used children’s books to swap with others. Friday, June 27: 10:00am - 11:00am Saltfleet Wednesday, July 02: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Kenilworth Friday, July 04: 2:00pm […]
Test your trivia knowledge on this week's theme in this fun competition for kids ages 6-12. Thursday, June 12: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Saltfleet Monday, June 30: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Redhill […]
Come see a large collection of dinosaur skulls, teeth, claws and other prehistoric pieces. Presented by Club Rex. This is a drop-in event with limited space. First-come, first-served. Tuesday, August 12: […]
For children 6-8 years of age, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Discover the surprising science hiding in a bag of Skittles. Explore solubility, buoyancy, reactivity and investigate the odds of […]
Children's musician Shawny plays songs from his new album Go Go Stop - Music and Movement. Shawny is a children's musician, with a focus on music and movement and sing-alongs […]
Free Swim is sponsored by Access Storage. Come spend time playing and enjoying the warm water at Aldershot Pool (88F/31C). All ages are welcome, and the Rock-Climbing Wall is open […]
For children 5-8 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. *Parents must remain in the library for the duration of the program. It's time to Party! In this […]
Use the resources and equipment from our Makerspaces to beat the clock and escape the room. Tuesday, July 22: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Concession Saturday, July 26: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Sherwood […]
This summer, Oakville Fire crews will be visiting splash pads around Town as they connect with the community though the Summer Splash campaign. Starting July 9, families are invited to […]
For children 9-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Become a cartographer for the day! Design your own world map with mountains, […]
Learn to prepare and customize a fun project using the Cricut Maker machine, available in the Creation Zone. Ages 5-8. Cricut is a computer-controlled machine for all kinds of maker […]
Snap, clap and sing along as children's author Lana Button reads aloud from many of her 16 published board books and chapter books. Young audiences will leave with tips for strengthening their […]
For children 8-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Milton is a summer home for the most famous butterfly in the world. It's also on their migration path! Join Dan the Nature Man to explore the lives and […]