Celebrate Family Day with a vibrant, hands-on art experience! Inspired by the bold colours and dynamic energy of Roda Medhat’s LED light sculptures, this open studio invites families to explore their creativity together through Neon Drawing. Using pastels and paint markers on black paper, participants will create glowing artworks that come alive like a neon sign. This playful activity encourages experimentation with colour, movement, […]
Join us Family Day at the MRPKC from 2 - 5 p.m. for free public skating, Wee Gym activities, face painting, crafts and balloon twisting. Thank you to Zoi Ouzas Team RE/MAX Garden City Realty for sponsoring the Norstar Arena East Pad and to The Augustine Team Your Home Sold Guaranteed Realty Elite for sponsoring […]
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!
"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 […]
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 require an accessibility accommodation during this program, please contact us prior to […]
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, […]
FREE GOLD MEDAL WATCH PARTIES at Film.Ca Cinemas! If Canada makes it to the Gold Medal Games, we’re bringing the big screen energy to ALL Film.Ca locations with FREE watch parties for both the Women’s and Men’s finals — broadcast with permission from CBC. Game Times: Women’s Gold Medal Game Thursday, February 19 1:10 PM […]
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 […]
For children 9-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Unleash your imagination and create an awesome design using fuse beads; keychains, backpack clips and more. Following simple pre-made designs or the chance to invent your own, this program will fuse innovation with hands-on fun.
For children 8-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Please dress for the weather, as we will head outdoors for a short time. Flowers are beautiful, even in winter! Dan the Nature Man will take us on a journey through the flower world. Why are they so colourful? Why do they smell […]
A playful trip to the vet—at the library! Bring your favourite stuffed animal to the library for a hands-on “hospital” experience in partnership with the Humane Society of Oakville, Milton & Halton. The Stuffed Animal Hospital is a hands-on, hour-long experience for children ages 5–8 and their favourite plush patients! Young animal lovers will […]
Celebrate Ramadan with this holiday themed escape room. Ages 13-17, Feb 21. 1:00-1:30, 1:45-2:15, 2:30-3:00, 3:15-3:45, 4:00-4:30 Main Branch
Discover Stirling Montessori Academy's CASA Program (JK & SK). We’re opening our doors for a special CASA Open House! You’re invited to explore how our nurturing, hands‑on Montessori environment helps children thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Come meet our educators, tour our beautifully prepared classrooms, and see firsthand what makes the Stirling experience so unique. […]
In honour of Heritage Month, all Hamilton Civic Museums will be open for visitation free of charge. Join us for a special opportunity to explore the Hamilton Children’s Museum from the inside and enjoy activities in the big backyard. Please note due to the expected high volume of visitation, visits will be limited to 1 […]
In honour of Heritage Month, all Hamilton Civic Museums will be open for visitation free of charge. Bring the whole family and experience a fascinating piece of Hamilton history at Dundurn National Historic Site. On a guided tour, discover what it was like to live and play above stairs like the MacNab family and work […]
In honour of Heritage Month, all Hamilton Civic Museums will be open for visitation free of charge. While you are at Fieldcote, don’t forget to check out the second-floor gallery to view the exhibit Beyond the Blue & White: Wedgewood Designed for Canada. Please note that our museums are not all wheelchair accessible. […]
In honour of Heritage Month, all Hamilton Civic Museums will be open for visitation free of charge. Bring the whole family and experience a fascinating piece of Hamilton history at Dundurn National Historic Site. On a guided tour, discover what it was like to live and play above stairs like the MacNab family and work […]
In honour of Heritage Month, all Hamilton Civic Museums will be open for visitation free of charge. Explore the fascinating military history of Dundurn Park, once known as Burlington Heights! On a self-guided tour of the Museum, you will discover what it was like to live and work on site during the War of 1812 […]
In honour of Heritage Month, all Hamilton Civic Museums will be open for visitation free of charge. Create some new family memories by taking a guided tour of the Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology, where you’ll see an amazing example of Victorian engineering. Tours will take you through the 1859 Hamilton Waterworks where two […]
In honour of Heritage Month, all Hamilton Civic Museums will be open for visitation free of charge. Whitehern Historic House & Garden is a mid-19th century urban estate maintained by the McQuesten family for three generations. It was built in 1848 with a 1930s addition and includes original family furnishings from the Georgian, Victorian, and […]
Pier 8 Outdoor Rink - free skate rentals and hot chocolate
For children 8 - 12 years of age. Please note: Each child must be registered separately. Get hands-on with nature and create your own wildflower seed bombs using clay! Learn about honey bees, support pollinators, and get excited for spring in this fun, interactive workshop!
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 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 […]
Come celebrate the Lunar New Year through stories, art, and imagination with authors Megan Chew, Joanne Kwok & Catherine Little. Join us at the library to celebrate Lunar New Year with stories, creativity, and community! Enjoy festive storytimes featuring beautifully illustrated picture books inspired by Lunar New Year traditions, followed by a hands‑on craft where […]
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 […]
FREE GOLD MEDAL WATCH PARTIES at Film.Ca Cinemas! If Canada makes it to the Gold Medal Games, we’re bringing the big screen energy to ALL Film.Ca locations with FREE watch parties for both the Women’s and Men’s finals — broadcast with permission from CBC. Game Times: Women’s Gold Medal Game Thursday, February 19 1:10 PM […]
In honour of Heritage Month, all Hamilton Civic Museums will be open for visitation free of charge. Join us for a special opportunity to explore the Hamilton Children’s Museum from the inside and enjoy activities in the big backyard. Please note due to the expected high volume of visitation, visits will be limited to 1 […]
In honour of Heritage Month, all Hamilton Civic Museums will be open for visitation free of charge. Bring the whole family and experience a fascinating piece of Hamilton history at Dundurn National Historic Site. On a guided tour, discover what it was like to live and play above stairs like the MacNab family and work […]
In honour of Heritage Month, all Hamilton Civic Museums will be open for visitation free of charge. While you are at Fieldcote, don’t forget to check out the second-floor gallery to view the exhibit Beyond the Blue & White: Wedgewood Designed for Canada. Please note that our museums are not all wheelchair accessible. […]
In honour of Heritage Month, all Hamilton Civic Museums will be open for visitation free of charge. Create some new family memories by taking a guided tour of the Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology, where you’ll see an amazing example of Victorian engineering. Tours will take you through the 1859 Hamilton Waterworks where two […]
In honour of Heritage Month, all Hamilton Civic Museums will be open for visitation free of charge. Whitehern Historic House & Garden is a mid-19th century urban estate maintained by the McQuesten family for three generations. It was built in 1848 with a 1930s addition and includes original family furnishings from the Georgian, Victorian, and […]
Come in for a fun, free event for kids! We’re going to make cute butterflies out of pony beads and chenille stems. All supplies are free for this event.
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 […]
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 […]
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) with support from Keetup Publishing House. Monday, January 12: 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Monday, January 26: 5:00pm - 6:00pm Central Monday, February 09: 5:00pm - 6:00pm […]
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 […]
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 […]
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
Join us for a FINtastic morning of splishing, splashing and memory making! Test the waters, dip a toe, and jump into the Goldfish experience with a FREE trial lesson for your littlest fish! For fishies 4 months - 3 years. Pre-registration & Parent participation in the pool required.
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!
"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 at Fit For Fun multi-sport class! Parent participation required. Limited spots. Pro book a free trial class visit www.fitforfunprograms.com.
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 on out and celebrate the Brock Niagara Penguins' 20th Anniversary! We are hosting a Wheelchair Basketball Tournament Fundraiser to raise funds to purchase youth sport wheelchairs, as our basketball team continues to grow, and to keep all our parasport programs running. This event will feature:Adult Division 2 Wheelchair Basketball Tournament (with teams from across […]
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 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 […]
Make a cute spring decorated clay pot. This event is free. All supplies included.
Celebrate strong princesses and big imaginations at a special storytime for Paper Bag Princess Day and International Women’s Day. Listen to a reading of Robert Munsch's The Paper Bag Princess, sing songs, and make a fun craft to take home! Perfect for families with children ages 5 and younger. Family Storytime is very popular at this location, […]
Learn the art of beautiful longhand writing in this hands-on workshop series for ages 9-12. Learn how to form flowing and connected letters and develop your own handwriting style. All materials provided.