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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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: […]
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.
Common Moms Oakville invites you to a FREE Mugs & Mini's meet up! Fill your cup, both physically and socially, and join us for hot drinks and great chats while your little one plays. Come as you are — your mug is waiting!
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!
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: […]
"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 […]
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 […]
The Teal Room is reserved for high school students to study during exam time. Drop-ins welcome.
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 […]
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: […]
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 Family Literacy Week on this PA Day with local author and illustrator of Spider in the Well and The Bear Out There. Join local author and illustrator Jess Hannigan for a reading of Spider in the Well and The Bear Out There. Discover the art of writing and illustrating and then join in on family-friendly activities in […]
Winter fun and games. Join us for a variety of Winter-inspired games and activities. Friday, January 23: 10:00am - 11:00am Kenilworth Friday, January 23: 11:00am - 1:00pm Central Saturday, January 24: 10:00am - 11:00am Barton Saturday, February 14: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Turner Park
Test your trivia knowledge in this fun competition for kids ages 6-12. HPL brings the questions, you bring the brains. Test your trivia knowledge about Science in this fun competition for children ages 6-12. Friday, January 23: 10:00am - 11:00am Locke Branch (Science theme) Friday, January 23: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Sherwood
The Teal Room is reserved for high school students to study during exam time. Drop-ins welcome.
Follow the clues to rescue your favourite characters. Dog Man is locked in the library. Solve riddles and puzzles to rescue them before time is up.
Winter fun and games. Join us for a variety of Winter-inspired games and activities. Friday, January 23: 10:00am - 11:00am Kenilworth Friday, January 23: 11:00am - 1:00pm Central Saturday, January […]
Winter fun and games. Join us for a variety of Winter-inspired games and activities. Friday, January 23: 10:00am - 11:00am Kenilworth Friday, January 23: 11:00am - 1:00pm Central Saturday, January […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join us for storytime in Mandarin! We'll read stories, sing songs, and practice rhymes. Ages 6M-5Y Join us for storytime fun, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member. Oakville Public Library is dedicated to the principles of Every Child Ready to Read, an initiative to help parents and caregivers develop […]
Drop in storytime for children 3 - 8 years of age with a parent or caregiver Join us for a special Family Literacy Day storytime led by award winning children's author Lana Button. Lana […]
Celebrate Family Literacy Day with author Lana Button! This year’s theme—Make Mealtime Family Learning Time—comes to life as Lana reads One Can, leads fun mealtime songs, and guides a warm, age-appropriate […]
For children 9 - 11 years of age. Please note: Each child must be registered individually with individual cards. Build and explore with Minecraft! Use your creativity and problem solving skills to discover and […]
For children 6 to 12 years of age and a parent or caregiver. *One child per parent. Please use the accompanying form to indicate if you require a gluten free option. It's Family […]
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 […]
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) […]
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 […]
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 […]
