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. Families will get the chance to learn and play classic games like Mancala from Africa, Pick-Up Sticks from Europe, Gonggi from Korea, and Hwatu—a lively […]
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 – August 19th as you soak in simple cinema with your home-grown community. No matter what kind of movie-goer YOU might be, we’ve got all you […]
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: 10:00am - 11:00am Terryberry Friday, August 15: 2:00pm - 2:30pm Mount Hope Wednesday, August 20: 10:00am - 11:00am Central Tuesday, August 26: 10:00am - 10:30am […]
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, and play in their own way. Staff will provide materials to foster unstructured play that allows children to explore and use their imaginations. They will […]
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 by a member of the Oakville Fire Department. It is a great opportunity for your little one to learn about fire safety, hear a story […]
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 - 3:00pm Turner Park Saturday, July 19: 11:00am - 1:00pm Barton Tuesday, August 05: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Mount Hope Tuesday, August 12: 1:00pm - 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 Monday, July 14: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Saltfleet Tuesday, August 12: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Redhill Thursday, August 14: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Saltfleet Tuesday, August 26: 10:00am […]
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: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Ancaster Monday, August 18: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Red Hill Friday, August 22: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Saltfleet
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 finding your favourite colour. How sweet it is!
Free fun for everyone! Join us at one of our outdoor pools for Community Play Night Free Leisure Swims. Below are the dates and times: Thursday July 3 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Falgarwood Pool Tuesday, July 8 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Bronte Pool Wednesday, July 16 from 6:30-8 p.m. at Brookdale Pool Wednesday, July 23 […]
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 that address themes of kindness and inclusivity. This is a drop-in event with limited space. First-come, first-served.
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 use. Regular Swim Admission & Supervision Standards apply. Details are listed at burlington.ca/playstandards. Walk-in spots are available on a first come first serve […]
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 interactive program, participants will explore fun and unique birthday traditions from around the world through stories, games, music, and a hands-on craft. They’ll learn how […]
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 Wednesday, August 13: 3:30pm - 4:30pm Waterdown Thursday, August 28: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Binbrook Saturday, August 30: 10:00am - 11:00am Valley Park
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 meet fire crews, check out fire trucks and learn about fire safety. Summer Splash is a fire prevention initiative that encourages residents to meet with […]
Bring a picnic blanket and your favourite snacks to enjoy a free movie, plus family-friendly activities at a park near you. Entry and family-friendly activities begin at 6:30 p.m. with the movie beginning around dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.). Come early to ensure you get a good spot to watch the main feature, have a chance […]
The Town of Oakville’s Movies in the Park is back! Residents are invited to participating parks around Town to enjoy family-friendly movies under the stars on Wednesday and Thursday nights from August 7 to 28. Entry begins at 6:30 p.m., with movies beginning at 8 p.m. Come early to ensure you get a good spot […]
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, rivers, cities, and more while learning the basics of map legends, compass roses, and geography. Let your imagination shape new lands and bring your dream […]
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 projects that involve intricate cutting and line drawing. In this in-person program kids will be able to create a custom project, designed by our Creation […]
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 social-emotional muscles. This is a drop-in event with limited space. First-come, first-served.
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 travels of the amazing Monarch butterfly. We will explore Beaty's pollinator garden to learn how we can help Monarchs and our other beautiful butterflies.
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 Monday, July 14: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Saltfleet Tuesday, August 12: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Redhill Thursday, August 14: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Saltfleet Tuesday, August 26: 10:00am […]
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. In partnership with Therapy Tails Ontario. Thursday, June 05: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Valley Park Thursday, June 12: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Valley Park Monday, June 16: […]
Bring a picnic blanket and your favourite snacks to enjoy a free movie, plus family-friendly activities at a park near you. Entry and family-friendly activities begin at 6:30 p.m. with the movie beginning around dusk (approximately 8:30 p.m.). Come early to ensure you get a good spot to watch the main feature, have a chance […]
The Town of Oakville’s Movies in the Park is back! Residents are invited to participating parks around Town to enjoy family-friendly movies under the stars on Wednesday and Thursday nights from August 7 to 28. Entry begins at 6:30 p.m., with movies beginning at 8 p.m. Come early to ensure you get a good spot […]
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) Night at the Museum Thursday July 10th Ireland Park 2315 Headon Forest Dr Encanto Thurs July 17th Kilbride Park 2175 Blessington St Toy […]
Bring the entire family to Valley Town for a fun weekend when the Dundas Cactus Festival returns this summer. The family-friendly street festival has something for everyone, from local vendors to plenty of food options and kid's entertainment. With live music scheduled on various stages throughout the weekend, there will be no shortage of entertainment. […]
Drop off your child’s favorite stuffed animal for a fun and cozy overnight adventure at the Museum! Join us on Friday, August 15 from 3:30 - 4:30PM for a special drop-off event. Your child and their stuffed friend will enjoy a brief tour of the museum, a specialized colouring activity and a story time with their stuffed animal before saying goodnight and leaving their buddy behind! What kind of fun will their stuffed animal get up to overnight? Find out when you return for pick-up on Saturday, August 16 between 12:00–4:00 PM complete with photos and a letter from their adventure!
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 by a member of the Oakville Fire Department. It is a great opportunity for your little one to learn about fire safety, hear a story […]
For children 8-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Join us for an action-packed adventure through the discovery zone, where you’ll explore, how 3D printing works and properties of infinite loops, investigate why trees are important to engineers, and create an elastic-powered car.
Listen to live music each Friday at Noon at Central Library. Check the website for this week's lineup!
Outdoor Fun Swims admissions are walk in, no reservations and open to all ages and swimmer abilities. Amenities include a rock-climbing wall, slide, beach entry and splash park. Chairs are first come first served; you are welcome to bring your own.
For children 7-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Explore the animals of Africa in this fun filled program! This experience features Maggie the Silvery Cheeked Hornbill, an African Spurred tortoise, African pygmy hedgehogs, additional mammals, reptiles and invertebrates.
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: 10:00am - 11:00am Terryberry Friday, August 15: 2:00pm - 2:30pm Mount Hope Wednesday, August 20: 10:00am - 11:00am Central Tuesday, August 26: 10:00am - 10:30am […]
Get your passport ready to play the library version of the Amazing Race. Registration required - check the website for details. Thursday, July 03: 10:00am - 11:00am Waterdown Thursday, July 17: 10:00am - 11:00am Binbrook Monday, July 21: 11:00am - 12:00pm Westdale Wednesday, July 23: 2:30pm - 3:30pm Terryberry Saturday, July 26: 1:00pm - 2:00pm […]
For children 8 -12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Travel the world without leaving the library! Learn about famous global landmarks, from the Eiffel Tower to the Great Wall of China, and then create your own unique landmark. Use your imagination to design a structure that represents your dream destination!
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! Learn how to interpret evidence by exploring fabric samples and running a chemical analysis on a mystery solution. Take your own fingerprints and compare them […]
Listen to live music in a series of concerts at Hamilton Public Library - check the website for performer schedules. Monday, June 09: 1:00pm - 1:45pm Valley Park Friday, June 13: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Binbrook Saturday, June 21: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Turner Park Monday, July 07: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Pier 8 Waterfront Friday, July 11: […]
Promoting awareness of the health, environmental and ethical benefits of a vegan lifestyle WE ARE BURLINGTON VEGFEST, a small, local, volunteer-led committee of vegans who are excited to bring the VegFest movement to Burlington! This event welcomes any and all – from the plant-based-curious to the long-term committed vegans – to join us for a […]
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 - 4:30pm Waterdown Thursday, July 31: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Binbrook Thursday, July 31: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Saltfleet Friday, August 01: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Valley Park […]
HCA Films in the Forest outdoor movie nights are back for another season! Bring your family, friends, lawn chairs, blankets and snacks, and enjoy two summer evenings of movies under the stars. Films, Dates, and Locations Dogman Friday, July 26 Fifty Point Conservation Area A Minecraft Movie Friday, August 16 Dundas Valley Conservation Area Cost HCA Members: […]
**FREE Ice Cream & Family Fun Alert!** Join us for an afternoon of fun, flavours & festivities at Newport Park in Burlington! Bring your family, your friends, and your sweet tooth — it’s going to be a blast! Newport Park, Burlington Sunday, August 17 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Here’s what’s in store: Ice Cream […]
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 pool, diving board. Regular Swim Admission & Supervision Standards apply. Details are listed at burlington.ca/playstandards. Walk-in spots are available on a first come first […]
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: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Ancaster Monday, August 18: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Red Hill Friday, August 22: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Saltfleet
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 in Brazil. Kids will learn the basics of coding and circuitry while discovering fun facts about each country’s culture and history. Join us for a […]
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 & engaging space where car enthusiasts can showcase their passion for automobiles while doing good for the community
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 – August 19th as you soak in simple cinema with your home-grown community. No matter what kind of movie-goer YOU might be, we’ve got all you […]
For children 3-5 years of age accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Join us for a fun-filled session where parents and preschoolers will enjoy a delightful story, then get creative by designing their own puzzles! Using templates and colorful magazine pictures, little ones will cut, glue, and piece together their very own jigsaw masterpiece to take […]
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: 10:00am - 11:00am Terryberry Friday, August 15: 2:00pm - 2:30pm Mount Hope Wednesday, August 20: 10:00am - 11:00am Central Tuesday, August 26: 10:00am - 10:30am […]
Singer, songwriter and family entertainer performs original and children's songs. Saturday, June 28: 11:00am - 12:00pm Kenilworth Wednesday, August 20: 10:00am - 11:00am Stoney Creek
