Spring Break: Astronomy In Action at the Pen Centre
2026-03-17 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Toronto) | Pen Centre, 221 Glendale Ave, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2T 2K9, Canada
Join us for an unforgettable journey through the cosmos with Astronomy in Action! Step inside the dome for a short, immersive show where you’ll explore galaxies, planets, and more.
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When: Tuesday, March 17th
• Show A: 11:00 AM
• Show B: 11:30 AM
• Show C: 12:00 PM
• Show D: 12:30 PM
• Show E: 1:00 PM
• Show F: 1:30 PM
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Location: Event Court
‍Register online

Create & Construct
2026-03-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Oakville Public Library Central Branch, 120 Navy St, Oakville, ON
Have you met our Rigamajig? Explore building with a variety of tools & toys, plus meet our newest construction set. Ages 5-8

Caregivers must remain present at all times.

Mad Science at HPL
2026-03-17 10:00 - 11:00 | HPL – selected branches, Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada
Experiments sure to ignite a love of science.

Packed with great experiments, these high-energy, science-themed shows thrill scientists of any age!
This is a drop-in event with limited space. First-come, first-served.
Tuesday, March 17: 10:00am – 11:00am Sherwood Branch
Wednesday, March 18: 10:00am – 11:00am Dundas Branch
Thursday, March 19: 2:30pm – 3:30pm Saltfleet Branch

Discover Hamilton Waste Management at Gage Greenhouse
2026-03-17 09:00 - 17:00 | Gage Park Greenhouse, 1000 Main Street East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8M 3G7, Canada
The Waste Management team will be on site to answer your questions and share educational materials on how to properly sort waste in your household. Stop by to play fun games and win prizes while you learn.

Free Swim Hamilton
2026-03-17, 2026-03-16, 2026-03-15 | Various Recreation Centres, Hamilton, Hamilton, ON, Canada
Sat, Mar 14th, 2026

Open Swim Free

12:45 pm – 01:45 pm
Dominic Agostino Riverdale Community Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

01:15 pm – 02:45 pm
Sir Wilfrid Laurier Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

01:45 pm – 03:15 pm
Sir Winston Churchill Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

01:45 pm – 03:15 pm
Harold G. Brewster Pool – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free – Sponsored by Councillor Brad Clark

01:45 pm – 03:30 pm
Valley Park Community Centre and Arena – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

02:45 pm – 04:00 pm
Hill Park Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free – Sponsored by Councillor Nrinder Nann

04:00 pm – 05:30 pm
Norman Pinky Lewis Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Sun, Mar 15th, 2026

Open Swim Free – Sponsored by Councillor Nrinder Nann

11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Norman Pinky Lewis Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

01:00 pm – 02:00 pm
Sir Allan MacNab Recreation Centre – Entire Pool

Mon, Mar 16th, 2026

Open Swim Free – Sponsored by Councillor Nrinder Nann

10:15 am – 11:15 am
Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre – Warm Pool

Open Swim Free – Sponsored by Councillor Tammy Hwang

12:45 pm – 01:45 pm
Sir Winston Churchill Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

04:30 pm – 05:30 pm
Sir Allan MacNab Recreation Centre – Entire Pool

Open Swim Free

06:00 pm – 07:00 pm
Norman Pinky Lewis Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Tue, Mar 17th, 2026

Open Swim 18+ Free

09:00 am – 09:45 am
Harold G. Brewster Pool – Lap Pool

Open Swim – Sponsored by Councillor Craig Cassar

11:45 am – 01:00 pm
Ancaster Aquatic Centre – Entire Pool

Drop-in Open Swim Free

12:45 pm – 01:45 pm
Dominic Agostino Riverdale Community Centre

Open Swim Free

12:45 pm – 01:45 pm
Dominic Agostino Riverdale Community Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free – Sponsored by Councillor Cameron Kroetsch

01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Central Memorial Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Family Free

05:00 pm – 06:30 pm
Dominic Agostino Riverdale Community Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free – Sponsored by Councillor Jeff Beattie

05:30 pm – 07:00 pm
Harold G. Brewster Pool – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

06:45 pm – 07:45 pm
Dundas Community Pool – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

06:45 pm – 07:45 pm
Ancaster Aquatic Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Family Free

07:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Westmount Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free – Sponsored by Councillor Nrinder Nann

07:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Norman Pinky Lewis Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

07:15 pm – 08:15 pm
Dalewood Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

07:15 pm – 08:15 pm
Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre – Warm Pool

Wed, Mar 18th, 2026

Open Swim Free – Sponsored by Councillor Tammy Hwang

12:45 pm – 01:45 pm
Sir Winston Churchill Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Thu, Mar 19th, 2026

Open Swim 18+ Free

09:00 am – 09:45 am
Harold G. Brewster Pool – Lap Pool

Open Swim – Sponsored by Councillor Craig Cassar

11:45 am – 01:00 pm
Ancaster Aquatic Centre – Entire Pool

Open Swim Free

12:45 pm – 01:45 pm
Dominic Agostino Riverdale Community Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free – Sponsored by Councillor Cameron Kroetsch

01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Central Memorial Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Fri, Mar 20th, 2026

Open Swim Free – Sponsored by Councillor Nrinder Nann

10:15 am – 11:15 am
Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre – Warm Pool

Open Swim Family Free

05:00 pm – 06:30 pm
Huntington Park Recreation Centre – Entire Pool

Open Swim Family Free

05:30 pm – 06:45 pm
Dundas Community Pool – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free – Sponsored by Councillor Jeff Beattie

05:30 pm – 07:00 pm
Harold G. Brewster Pool – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

06:30 pm – 08:00 pm
Norman Pinky Lewis Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

06:45 pm – 08:15 pm
Bennetto Community Centre – Lap Pool

Sat, Mar 21st, 2026

Open Swim Free

12:45 pm – 01:45 pm
Dominic Agostino Riverdale Community Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim – Sponsored by Councillor Mike Spadafora

01:00 pm – 02:00 pm
Sir Allan MacNab Recreation Centre – Entire Pool

Open Swim Free

01:15 pm – 02:45 pm
Sir Wilfrid Laurier Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free
01:45 pm – 03:15 pm

Sir Winston Churchill Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

01:45 pm – 03:15 pm
Harold G. Brewster Pool – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

02:45 pm – 04:00 pm
Hill Park Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free – Sponsored by Councillor Nrinder Nann

04:00 pm – 05:30 pm
Norman Pinky Lewis Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Sun, Mar 22nd, 2026

Open Swim Free – Sponsored by Councillor Nrinder Nann

11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Norman Pinky Lewis Recreation Centre – Lap Pool

Open Swim Free

01:00 pm – 02:00 pm
Sir Allan MacNab Recreation Centre – Entire Pool

Free Skate in Hamilton
2026-03-17, 2026-03-16, 2026-03-15 | Various Hamilton Arenas, Hamilton, ON, Canada
Lots of free skates at various locations!

Sat, Mar 14th, 2026

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Tammy Hwang
12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
Pat Quinn Parkdale Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Jeff Beattie
01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Saltfleet Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Esther Pauls
03:00 pm – 04:30 pm
Inch Park Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Tammy Hwang
03:00 pm – 05:00 pm
Rosedale Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free
05:30 pm – 07:00 pm
Beverly Arena – Ice

Sun, Mar 15th, 2026

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Ted McMeekin
12:30 pm – 02:30 pm
Harry Howell Arena – Ice Pad 2 (:30) (Side B)

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Esther Pauls
01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Bill Friday Lawfield Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Mark Tadeson
01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Glanbrook Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Mike Spadafora
01:30 pm – 03:30 pm
Chedoke Twin-Pad Arena – Ice Pad 2 (:30) (Green NHL)

Mon, Mar 16th, 2026

Open Skate Free
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Chedoke Twin-Pad Arena – Ice Pad 2 (:30) (Green NHL)

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Craig Cassar
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Ancaster Rotary Centre and Morgan Firestone Arena – Ice Pad 2 (:30) (New)

Open Skate Free
01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Carlisle Recreation Centre & Arena – Ice

Tue, Mar 17th, 2026

Open Skate Free
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Valley Park Community Centre and Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free
01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Beverly Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Mark Tadeson
01:30 pm – 02:30 pm
Glanbrook Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Tammy Hwang
04:00 pm – 06:00 pm
Rosedale Arena – Ice

Wed, Mar 18th, 2026

Open Skate Free
11:00 am – 12:30 pm
Chedoke Twin-Pad Arena – Ice Pad 2 (:30) (Green NHL)

Open Skate Free
01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Carlisle Recreation Centre & Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Craig Cassar
01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Ancaster Rotary Centre and Morgan Firestone Arena – Ice Pad 1 (:00) (Old)

Thu, Mar 19th, 2026

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Tammy Hwang
01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Rosedale Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free
03:00 pm – 05:00 pm
Beverly Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Tammy Hwang
03:30 pm – 05:00 pm
Pat Quinn Parkdale Arena – Ice

Fri, Mar 20th, 2026

Open Skate Free
01:00 pm – 02:30 pm
Inch Park Arena – Ice

Open Skate- Free
01:00 pm – 02:30 pm
Glanbrook Arena – Ice

Open Skate Family Free – Sponsored by Councillor Craig Cassar
02:30 pm – 04:30 pm
Ancaster Rotary Centre and Morgan Firestone Arena – Ice Pad 2 (:30) (New)

Open Skate Free
06:00 pm – 08:00 pm
Carlisle Recreation Centre & Arena – Ice

Sat, Mar 21st, 2026

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Brad Clark
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Valley Park Community Centre and Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Tammy Hwang
12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
Pat Quinn Parkdale Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Ted McMeekin
12:00 pm – 02:00 pm
Harry Howell Arena – Ice Pad 1 (:00) (Side A)

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Jeff Beattie
01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Saltfleet Arena – Ice

Open Skate Free
05:30 pm – 07:00 pm
Beverly Arena – Ice

Sun, Mar 22nd, 2026

Open Skate Free – Sponsored by Councillor Mark Tadeson
01:00 pm – 03:00 pm
Glanbrook Arena – Ice

Creative Character Studio at Indigo
2026-03-17 | Select Indigo and Chapters stores
Press play on fun with this unique Tonies event. Paint and decorate your very own Tonies DIY Creative Toy Figurine, on which you can upload and record up to 90 minutes of stories and songs via the Tonies app. Plus, create a Tonies passport and headband, and enjoy storytime.
Ages 3+.
Worshops at 11:00 and 1:00 Reserve your spot online

Stuffies Night at the Library
2026-03-16 18:30 - 19:00 | BPL various branches, Burlington Libraries, Burlington, ON, Canada
A sleepover adventure for your stuffed animal!

Ever wondered what happens at the library after dark? Bring your favourite stuffed friend for a cozy storytime—then tuck them in for a night of fun and mischief behind the scenes.
The next day, pick up your stuffie and check out the exciting adventures they had while you were asleep. Who knows what they’ll get up to? All ages welcome!
March 16: Aldershot, New Appleby
March 17: Alton, Central
March 18: Brant Hills, Tansley Woods

Paint by Sticker at BPL
2026-03-16 14:00 - 15:00 | BPL various branches, Burlington Libraries, Burlington, ON, Canada
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!!
Mon Mar 16 | 2-3pm | CENTRAL
Tue Mar 17 | 2-3pm | NEW APPLEBY
Thu Mar 19 | 10:30-11:30am | ALDERSHOT
Fri Mar 20 | 2-3pm | BRANT HILLS
Sat Mar 21 | 2-3pm | TANSLEY WOODS

Spring Break: March Breakaway! Meet the Niagara Icedogs at the Pen Centre
2026-03-16 13:00 - 15:30 | Pen Centre, 221 Glendale Ave, St. Catharines, Ontario, L2T 2K9, Canada
The Niagara IceDogs are coming to Niagara Pen Centre for an exclusive autograph session! Collect autographs, snap a few selfies, and enjoy the excitement as the IceDogs takeover the centre for one action-packed day. Plus enjoy face painting & more!
The first 400 guests receive a free booklet for signing! (while supplies last).
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Date: Monday, March 16th
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Time: 1PM – 3:30PM
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Location: Mall Wide – Please visit Event Court (Near Mark’s) to pick up your free autograph booklet (while supplies last!) & face painting.

March Break at Eastgate Square
2026-03-16 13:00 - 15:00 | Eastgate Square, 75 Centennial Pkwy N, Hamilton, Ontario, L8E 2P2, Canada
March Break at Eastgate Square!
March 16–19 • Starting at 1 PM Daily • Event Court
Join us for four days of family‑friendly fun this March Break! Each day features a themed event with character meet‑and‑greets, interactive entertainment, and exciting activities for kids of all ages.
Monday, March 16 – Adventure Pals Day
Meet your favourite Space Ranger, Cowboy Hero, and Dino Pal!
Tuesday, March 17 – Science Show
Get ready for an explosive high‑energy science show!
Enjoy fun experiments, dazzling demonstrations, and plenty of excitement.
Wednesday, March 18 – Hero Day
Meet your favourite Web‑Slinging Acrobat, Powerful Warrior Princess, and a Patriotic Hero with an unbreakable shield!
Perfect for young superhero fans. Come dressed as your favourite character.
Thursday, March 19 – Princess Day
Meet beloved classic and modern princesses, including a Glass‑Slipper Beauty, an Enchanted Rose Princess, and a Woodland Princess adored by tiny forest friends. Come dressed as your favourite princess

Club Rex
2026-03-16 13:00 - 14:00, 2026-03-16 10:00 - 11:00 | HPL – selected branches, Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada
Celebrate March Break with a visit from Club Rex. See a large collection of dinosaur skulls, teeth, claws and other prehistoric pieces.
This is a drop-in event with limited space. First-come, first-served.
Monday, March 16: 10:00am – 11:00am Terryberry Branch
Monday, March 16: 1:00pm – 2:00pm Locke Branch

Suncatcher Craft at Milton Mall
2026-03-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Milton Mall, 55 Ontario Street South, Milton, Ontario, L9T2M3, Canada
Join us ahead of St. Patrick’s Day as we make Sun Catchers. Monday, March 16th | 11:00AM – 2:00PM

Decode your DNA
2026-03-16 11:00 - 12:30 | HPL – selected branches, Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada
Learn about DNA through fun, interactive activities and experiments.

Explore the building blocks of life through interactive activities, including extracting real DNA from strawberries and creating a colourful DNA bracelet with McMaster genetic engineering students. Learn how scientists study genetics and uncover what makes every living thing unique. Presented by McMaster iGEM.
Friday, March 06: 10:00am – 11:30am Terryberry Branch
Monday, March 16: 11:00am – 12:30pm Westdale Branch
Friday, March 20: 2:30pm – 4:00pm Ancaster Branch

Create a Friendly Tuxedo Cat with FIMO Clay at Staples
2026-03-16 10:00 - 12:00 | Staples Various Stores
Kids will sculpt an adorable tuxedo cat using black and white FIMO clay while learning fun, hands-on sculpting basics.

Kids will follow step-by-step instructions to sculpt a cute tuxedo cat using FIMO oven-bake clay. Along the way, they can add playful details like a ball of yarn or tiny cat toys. By the end of the class, each child will take home their finished clay creations, ready to bake and enjoy!
In this session, kids will:

Use basic sculpting skills like rolling, pinching, and shaping clay
Build a simple animal by combining easy shapes
Practice following directions and patience while conditioning and working with clay
Express creativity by adding fun details and accessories

The event runs from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, with each child enjoying a 30-minute building session.
Please select your preferred time slot when registering: 10:00 | 10:30 | 11:00 | 11:30.
All supplies will be provided.
Ages 5+

Discover Hamilton Water at Gage Greenhouse
2026-03-16 09:00 - 17:00 | Gage Park Greenhouse, 1000 Main Street East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8M 3G7, Canada
Kids and parents will explore how toilets and sewers work in Hamilton while learning about the 3Ps — pee, poo, and toilet paper — the only things that should be flushed! Through a fun, hands-on activity, families will discover how flushing wipes and other garbage can clog pipes, cause sewer backups and harm local waterways.

March Break at Oakville Place
2026-03-16 | Oakville Place Mall, 240 Leighland Avenue, Burlington, ON, L6H 3H6
Get ready for an unforgettable March Break packed with non‑stop fun.
Monday, March 16 (11 a.m. & 2 p.m.) Blue’s Clues Storytime I Meet & Greet. Centre Court.
Join Blue for a fun-filled Storytime followed by a special meet & greet with everyone’s favourite pup.

Wednesday, March 18 & Thursday, March 19 (11 a.m. to 3 p.m.). Wicked Event. Old Navy Hallway.
Join us for a Wicked‑themed event filled with imagination, play, and magical surprises.
Experience details:

Wicked‑themed photo opportunity
Face painting inspired by the world of Wicked
Interactive Wicked toy play for hands‑on fun
A special giveaway for every registered child

Registration required: $10 per child | $20 for up to 4 children. All proceeds from this event proudly support Indigo Love of Reading.

The first 25 registrants receive a “Mattel Universal Pictures” Wicked Ozian Balloons Reveal Toy Set with Surprise Small Doll
Children under 2 attend free.
Space is limited

Make-and-Take Bush Plane at Indigo
2026-03-16 | Select Indigo and Chapters stores
Attention jr. builders and aspiring pilots: soar into a new adventure with a Make & Take plane—a perfect addition to your LEGO® collection. Plus, enjoy a fun storytime.
Ages 6+.
Workshops at 11:00 and 1:00 Reserve your spot online

Kid's Club Tissue Painted Eggs
2026-03-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Michaels stores – call for details, Ontario, Canada
Decorate plastic eggs with tissue paper and paint. This event is free, all supplies included.

Eid-ul-Fitr
2026-03-15 11:30 - 12:30 | MPL – Sherwood, 6355 Main Street West, Milton, ON, L9T 0S5, Canada
For children 7-10 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register.
Come celebrate and learn about the significance of Eid-ul-Fitr, the festival of Breaking the Fast. Enjoy stories, trivia, activities and a craft.

Green Venture at Gage Greenhouse
2026-03-15 09:00 - 17:00 | Gage Park Greenhouse, 1000 Main Street East, Hamilton, Ontario, L8M 3G7, Canada
Green Venture – Discover what happens when it rains and how you can fix flooding with Green Venture. Learn about the environmental issues associated with stormwater runoff and ways you can prevent stormwater pollution. Create a mini city of your own and put it to the test in a rainstorm.

Origami Stars Workshop at Indigo
2026-03-15 | Select Indigo and Chapters stores
Calling all crafters! Join us to create magical origami keepsakes, including a mini box and a handful of beautiful stars to treasure. Plus, enjoy a dreamy storytime.
Ages 7+.
Workshops at 11:00 and 1:00 Reserve your spot online

Mandarin Storytime 中文故事会 at OPL
2026-03-14 15:00 - 15:30 | Oakville Public LIbrary Woodside Branch, 1274 Rebecca Street, Oakville, ON, L6L 1Z2, Canada
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 early literacy skills in children from birth to age five.
欢迎参加OPL中文故事会！我们将一起听中文故事，唱中文儿歌，还有玩偶、游戏和泡泡机！在轻松愉悦的环境里，快乐学中文！无需报名，欢迎全家一起参加。
This program is unregistered. Tickets are required, limited, and vary by branch. Tickets will be distributed 15min prior to program start.

Minecraft and Math in Nature
2026-03-14 14:00 - 15:00 | HPL – Red Hill Branch, 395 Queenston Road, Hamilton, Ontario, L8G1A1, Canada
Join us as we use Minecraft as a creative gateway to explore math patterns found in the natural world. By playing the interactive game, discussing, and building, folks will learn the Fibonacci sequence of plants, shells, and flowers and learn how patterns contribute to the efficient growth of nature. You’ll leave this workshop seeing math as something enjoyable, useful, and relevant to the real world.
Ages: 7 – 14 Register online

Aliya's Secret: A story of Ramadan with Farida Zaman
2026-03-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Milton Public Library – Main Branch, 1010 Main St East, Milton, ON, L9T 6H7, Canada
Join us as we welcome author illustrator, Farida Zaman, who will share Aliya’s Secret with us. In this interactive storytime, children will have the opportunity to create something special to take home for Ramadan.
