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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260303T183000
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SUMMARY:Cursive Writing Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/cursive-writing-workshop-2/
LOCATION:BPL – Aldershot\, 550 Plains Road East\, Burlington\, Ontario\, L7T2T7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free,Indoor
GEO:43.3200044;-79.8347618
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260303T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260303T110000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T180135Z
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SUMMARY:Paper Bag Princess Storytime
DESCRIPTION: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. \nFamily Storytime is very popular at this location\, and space is limited; please arrive early to secure your spot. \nMarch 3: Aldershot \nMarch 7: Central\, New Appleby\, Alton\, Brant Hills\, Tansley Woods
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/paper-bag-princess-storytime/2026-03-03/
LOCATION:BPL various branches\, Burlington Libraries\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260301T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260301T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260206T160923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T175106Z
UID:10029613-1772370000-1772377200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Kid's Club Terracotta pot and clay
DESCRIPTION:Make a cute spring decorated clay pot. This event is free. All supplies included.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/kids-club-terracotta-pot-and-clay/
LOCATION:Michaels stores – call for details\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free,Guelph,Hamilton,Indoor,Milton,Mississaga,Oakville
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260104T163143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T174847Z
UID:10029312-1772287200-1772290800@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Paws for Stories
DESCRIPTION:Snuggle up and read to a St. John Ambulance therapy dog. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuild 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 on literacy activities in the program room. Geared to children ages 6-12. \nPaws for Stories is very popular at this location\, and space is limited; please arrive early to secure your spot. \nPresented in partnership with St. John Ambulance \n\n  \n 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/paws-for-stories/2026-02-28/
LOCATION:BPL – Brant Hills\, 2255 Brant Street\, Burlington\, Ontario\, L7P5C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free,Indoor
GEO:43.3614759;-79.8462896
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260228T180000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260204T131522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T180035Z
UID:10029596-1772269200-1772301600@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Wheelchair Basketball Tournament Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Come on out and celebrate the Brock Niagara Penguins’ 20th Anniversary!\nWe 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.\nThis event will feature:Adult Division 2 Wheelchair Basketball Tournament (with teams from across Ontario coming to compete)Youth/Minis Recreational TournamentLarge Silent Auction FundraiserCommunity Try-It OpportunitiesBrock Niagara Penguins Info Booth\n𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 𝗔𝗱𝗺𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻\nFREE Parking\nMultiple Food venues on site.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/wheelchair-basketball-tournament-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Brock University Walker Sports Complex\, 1812 Sir Isaac Brock Way\, St Catharines\, ON\, L2S 3A1\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor,Niagara Area
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T193000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260105T193053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170606Z
UID:10029343-1772130600-1772134200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest\, confidence and a love for reading. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead 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. \nThursday\, January 08: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 12: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, January 12: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nThursday\, January 15: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 19: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, January 22: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 26: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth  \nTuesday\, January 27: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, January 29: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, January 31: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown \nMonday\, February 02: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, February 05: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 09: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 09: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, February 12: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nThursday\, February 19: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 23: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 23: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 24: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton  \nThursday\, February 26: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, February 28: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/bark-for-books-with-therapy-tails-ontario/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T164500
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T173000
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CREATED:20260224T183853Z
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UID:10029785-1772124300-1772127000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Free Trial Sports Class (1.5-3yrs)
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/free-trial-sports-class-1-5-3yrs/
LOCATION:St John’s Anglican Church Burlington\, 2464 Dundas Street West\, Burlington\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260226T113000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260112T190219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170453Z
UID:10029476-1772101800-1772105400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Lil' Kids Club
DESCRIPTION: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.\n\nStarting 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\, and interactive play. It is designed to build a foundation of social skills and strong sense of community. \nClasses include singing\, interactive play\, instruments\, movement and listening activities.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/lil-kids-club-2/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:Hamilton Farmers Market\, 35 York Boulevard\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8R1R6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
GEO:43.2589258;-79.87032
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T203000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260106T182912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170248Z
UID:10029399-1772046000-1772051400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:True Crime Teens: Current Events Podcast Club
DESCRIPTION:“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. \nBy 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 of global issues\, and become informed and active citizens in their communities and beyond. \nParticipants who attend high school will also be eligible to earn their community volunteer hours. Ages 13-17.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/true-crime-teens-current-events-podcast-club/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:MPL Main branch\, 1010 Main St E\, Milton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor,Milton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T153000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20251212T020058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170207Z
UID:10029384-1772029800-1772033400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Croque apres-midi avec On y va Milton
DESCRIPTION:For  children aged 0 to 6 years . \nYoung 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!  \n 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/croque-apres-midi-avec-on-y-va-milton/2026-02-25/
LOCATION:MPL Main branch\, 1010 Main St E\, Milton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor,Milton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260225T113000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260116T132100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T174753Z
UID:10029542-1772015400-1772019000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Common Moms X Goldfish: Trial Swim Lesson
DESCRIPTION: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!\nFor fishies 4 months – 3 years. Pre-registration & Parent participation in the pool required.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/common-moms-x-goldfish-trial-swim-lesson/
LOCATION:Goldfish Swim School Oakville\, 1130 Eighth Line\, Oakville\, ON\, L6H 2R4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor,Oakville
GEO:43.4699905;-79.6811624
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260224T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260224T163000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260105T203001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T175459Z
UID:10029360-1771947000-1771950600@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Make a Scene with StikBots (ages 8-12)
DESCRIPTION:Unleash your inner filmmaker. Ages 8 to 12. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nUse StikBot flexible figurines to create anything from silly green screen photos to stop-motion animation. Try them out. We’ll show you how.  \nWednesday\, January 14: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nTuesday\, February 24: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Westdale
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/make-a-scene-with-stikbots-ages-8-12/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260224T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260224T163000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260105T193053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170606Z
UID:10029342-1771947000-1771950600@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest\, confidence and a love for reading. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead 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. \nThursday\, January 08: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 12: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, January 12: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nThursday\, January 15: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 19: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, January 22: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 26: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth  \nTuesday\, January 27: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, January 29: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, January 31: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown \nMonday\, February 02: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, February 05: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 09: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 09: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, February 12: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nThursday\, February 19: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 23: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 23: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 24: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton  \nThursday\, February 26: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, February 28: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/bark-for-books-with-therapy-tails-ontario/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260223T190000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260105T193053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170606Z
UID:10029341-1771869600-1771873200@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest\, confidence and a love for reading. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead 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. \nThursday\, January 08: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 12: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, January 12: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nThursday\, January 15: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 19: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, January 22: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 26: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth  \nTuesday\, January 27: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, January 29: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, January 31: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown \nMonday\, February 02: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, February 05: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 09: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 09: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, February 12: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nThursday\, February 19: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 23: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 23: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 24: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton  \nThursday\, February 26: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, February 28: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/bark-for-books-with-therapy-tails-ontario/2026-02-23/2/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260223T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260223T180000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260105T202321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T175336Z
UID:10029356-1771866000-1771869600@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Spanish Books Out Loud
DESCRIPTION:Sit back and relax as we read Spanish-language books aloud. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplore 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. \nMonday\, January 12: 5:00pm – 6:00pm Central \nMonday\, January 26: 5:00pm – 6:00pm Central \nMonday\, February 09: 5:00pm – 6:00pm Central \nMonday\, February 23: 5:00pm – 6:00pm Central
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/spanish-books-out-loud/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:HPL – Central Branch\, 55 York Boulevard\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8N 4E4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260223T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260105T201325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T201325Z
UID:10029348-1771862400-1771866000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Sensory Hour Family Drop-In
DESCRIPTION:Connect with other families in a sensory-friendly environment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDrop in to connect with other families and have fun in a sensory-friendly environment. \n \nIf 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 \nFriday\, January 09: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nMonday\, January 19: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Dundas \nFriday\, February 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nMonday\, February 23: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Dundas
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/sensory-hour-family-drop-in/2026-02-23/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260223T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260223T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260105T193053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170606Z
UID:10029340-1771862400-1771866000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
DESCRIPTION:Read aloud to a furry friend to help build interest\, confidence and a love for reading. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nRead 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. \nThursday\, January 08: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 12: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, January 12: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nTuesday\, January 13: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nThursday\, January 15: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 19: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, January 22: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, January 26: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth  \nTuesday\, January 27: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, January 29: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, January 31: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown \nMonday\, February 02: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nThursday\, February 05: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 09: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 09: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Concession \nTuesday\, February 10: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton \nThursday\, February 12: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nThursday\, February 19: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nMonday\, February 23: 4:00pm – 5:00pm Kenilworth \nMonday\, February 23: 6:00pm – 7:00pm Turner Park \nTuesday\, February 24: 3:30pm – 4:30pm Barton  \nThursday\, February 26: 6:30pm – 7:30pm Valley Park \nSaturday\, February 28: 10:30am – 11:30am Waterdown
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/bark-for-books-with-therapy-tails-ontario/2026-02-23/1/
LOCATION:HPL – selected branches\, Library Branches\, Hamilton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260206T160740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T175115Z
UID:10029612-1771765200-1771772400@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Kid's Club Spring Beaded Butterflies
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/kids-club-spring-beaded-butterflies/
LOCATION:Michaels stores – call for details\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free,Guelph,Hamilton,Indoor,Milton,Mississaga,Oakville
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260211T184851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T171150Z
UID:10029688-1771761600-1771776000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Heritage Day Free Weekend at Whitehern
DESCRIPTION: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 Edwardian eras in the context of Thomas B. McQuesten’s career in 1939. \n  \n  \nFree guided tours. Pre-registration is not available. Tours are available first-come\, first-served by registering at the museum on the day. Capacity is limited. \n  \n  \nFor more information\, email museums@hamilton.ca or call 905-546-3168.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/heritage-day-free-weekend-at-whitehern/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Whitehern Historic House & Garden\, 41 Jackson St. West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 1L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260211T184659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T171202Z
UID:10029686-1771761600-1771776000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Heritage Day Free Weekend at the Steam Museum
DESCRIPTION: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 massive water pumping steam engines are preserved. \n  \n  \nPlease note that our museums are not all wheelchair accessible\, and strollers and infant carriers may not be taken on tour. There is an indoor area where strollers can be parked while on tour. \n  \n  \nFor more information\, email museums@hamilton.ca or call 905-546-3168.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/heritage-day-free-weekend-at-the-steam-museum/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology\, 900 Woodward Ave\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8H7N2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
GEO:43.2558507;-79.7730539
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology 900 Woodward Ave Hamilton Ontario L8H7N2 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Woodward Ave:geo:-79.7730539,43.2558507
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260211T184017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T171238Z
UID:10029681-1771761600-1771776000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Heritage Day Free Weekend at Fieldcote
DESCRIPTION: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.   \n  \n  \nPlease note that our museums are not all wheelchair accessible. \n  \n  \nFor more information\, email museums@hamilton.ca or call 905-546-3168.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/heritage-day-free-weekend-at-fieldcote/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Fieldcote Memorial Park\, 64 Sulphur Springs Rd\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L9G 1L8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
GEO:43.2265941;-79.980345
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Fieldcote Memorial Park 64 Sulphur Springs Rd Hamilton Ontario L9G 1L8 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=64 Sulphur Springs Rd:geo:-79.980345,43.2265941
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260109T195124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T171246Z
UID:10029425-1771761600-1771776000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Free Heritage Day at Dundurn
DESCRIPTION: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 and live below stairs like the household staff. \nPlease note that our museum is not fully wheelchair accessible\, and strollers and infant carriers may not be taken on tour. There is an indoor area where strollers can be parked while on tour.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/free-heritage-day-at-dundurn/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Dundurn National Historic Site\, 610 York Boulevard\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8R 3E7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260109T194328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T171255Z
UID:10029418-1771754400-1771776000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Free Heritage Day Weekend at the Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION: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. \nPlease note due to the expected high volume of visitation\, visits will be limited to 1 hour in length and there may be extensive wait times to visit the museum. The Hamilton Children’s Museum is fully accessible.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/free-heritage-day-weekend-at-the-childrens-museum/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:New Hamilton Children’s Museum\, 1072 Main St E\, Hamilton\, ON\, L8M 1N6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260222T170000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260208T161555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T170533Z
UID:10029615-1771747200-1771779600@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Free Gold Medal Watch Parties at Film.ca
DESCRIPTION:FREE GOLD MEDAL WATCH PARTIES at Film.Ca Cinemas! \nIf 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.\n\n\nGame Times:\nWomen’s Gold Medal Game\nThursday\, February 19\n1:10 PM\n\n\nMen’s Gold Medal Game\nSunday\, February 22\n8:10 AM\n\n\nAdmission is FREE\n• General admission – seating is first come\, first served\n• Free tickets must be reserved in advance so we know when we’re at capacity\n\n\nReserve your spot now at www.film.ca/showtimes\n\n\nSunday Morning Bonus!\nFor the Men’s Gold Medal Game\, we’ll have our All-You-Can-Eat Cereal Bar ready to go for $6.99 +HST per person  (available for purchase on the day)\n\n\nPlease note these events will take place only if Canada advances to the Gold Medal Games\n\n\nLet’s pack the theatre\, wear red and white\, and cheer on Canada together. 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/free-gold-medal-watch-parties-at-film-ca/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:Film.ca Theatre\, 171 Speers Road\, Unit 25\, Oakville\, Ontario\, L6K3W8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor,Oakville
GEO:43.4464924;-79.6903662
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Film.ca Theatre 171 Speers Road Unit 25 Oakville Ontario L6K3W8 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=171 Speers Road\, Unit 25:geo:-79.6903662,43.4464924
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T153000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260105T185343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T174956Z
UID:10029663-1771686000-1771687800@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Mandarin Storytime at OPL
DESCRIPTION:Join us for storytime in Mandarin! We’ll read stories\, sing songs\, and practice rhymes. Ages 6M-5Y \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin us for storytime fun\, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member. \nOakville 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.  \n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。 \nThis program is unregistered. Tickets are required\, limited\, and vary by branch. Tickets will be distributed 15min prior to program start. 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/mandarin-storytime-3/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:Oakville Public LIbrary Woodside Branch\, 1274 Rebecca Street\, Oakville\, ON\, L6L 1Z2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor,Oakville
GEO:43.4172723;-79.6983541
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Oakville Public LIbrary Woodside Branch 1274 Rebecca Street Oakville ON L6L 1Z2 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1274 Rebecca Street:geo:-79.6983541,43.4172723
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260211T160319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T174917Z
UID:10029662-1771682400-1771689600@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Celebrate Lunar New Year at the Library
DESCRIPTION:Come celebrate the Lunar New Year through stories\, art\, and imagination with authors Megan Chew\, Joanne Kwok & Catherine Little. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin 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 you can create your own Lunar New Year decorations to take home. \nMeet the authors and hear their stories: \nMegan Chew – The Dragon’s Eyes\nJoanne Kwok – Akemi’s Song\nCatherine Little – Twelve in a Race and Dragon’s Dilemma
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/celebrate-lunar-new-year-at-the-library/
LOCATION:Oakville Public Library Iroquois Ridge Branch\, 1051 Glenashton Dr\, Oakville\, ON\, L6H 6Z4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor,Oakville
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260104T163143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T174847Z
UID:10029311-1771682400-1771686000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Paws for Stories
DESCRIPTION:Snuggle up and read to a St. John Ambulance therapy dog. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuild 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 on literacy activities in the program room. Geared to children ages 6-12. \nPaws for Stories is very popular at this location\, and space is limited; please arrive early to secure your spot. \nPresented in partnership with St. John Ambulance \n\n  \n 
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/paws-for-stories/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:BPL – Brant Hills\, 2255 Brant Street\, Burlington\, Ontario\, L7P5C8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Burlington,Free,Indoor
GEO:43.3614759;-79.8462896
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=BPL – Brant Hills 2255 Brant Street Burlington Ontario L7P5C8 Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=2255 Brant Street:geo:-79.8462896,43.3614759
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T144500
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260211T181911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T174827Z
UID:10029676-1771682400-1771685100@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Wildflower seedball workshop @ Main
DESCRIPTION:For children 8 – 12 years of age. Please note: Each child must be registered separately.  \nGet 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!
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/wildflower-seedball-workshop-main/
LOCATION:MPL Main branch\, 1010 Main St E\, Milton\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Indoor,March Break,Milton
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260112T191043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T191155Z
UID:10029518-1771678800-1771686000@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Ward 2 Public Skate
DESCRIPTION:Pier 8 Outdoor Rink – free skate rentals and hot chocolate
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/ward-2-public-skate/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:Hamilton Waterfront – Pier 8\, (bottom of Discovery Drive)\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260221T160000
DTSTAMP:20260522T025439
CREATED:20260211T184851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T171150Z
UID:10029687-1771675200-1771689600@activeparents.ca
SUMMARY:Heritage Day Free Weekend at Whitehern
DESCRIPTION: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 Edwardian eras in the context of Thomas B. McQuesten’s career in 1939. \n  \n  \nFree guided tours. Pre-registration is not available. Tours are available first-come\, first-served by registering at the museum on the day. Capacity is limited. \n  \n  \nFor more information\, email museums@hamilton.ca or call 905-546-3168.
URL:https://activeparents.ca/calendar/heritage-day-free-weekend-at-whitehern/2026-02-21/
LOCATION:Whitehern Historic House & Garden\, 41 Jackson St. West\, Hamilton\, Ontario\, L8P 1L3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Free,Hamilton,Indoor
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