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  • Free Skate in Hamilton

    Free Skate in Hamilton
    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 - […]

  • Free Swim Hamilton

    Free Swim Hamilton
    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 […]

  • Discover Hamilton Waste Management at Gage Greenhouse

    Gage Park Greenhouse 1000 Main Street East, Hamilton, Ontario, 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 […]

  • Mad Science at HPL

    Mad Science at HPL
    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, […]

  • Create & Construct

    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. 

  • Spring Break: Astronomy In Action at the Pen Centre

    Pen Centre 221 Glendale Ave, St. Catharines, Ontario, 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. ‍ When: Tuesday, […]

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  • Fuzzy Furry Pets at Milton Mall

    Milton Mall 55 Ontario Street South, Milton, Ontario, Canada

    Come meet some Fuzzy, Furry Pets on Tuesday, March 17th | 11:00AM - 2:00PM Up close and personal with bunnies, fancy chickens and other domestic pets.

  • March Break at Eastgate Square

    March Break at Eastgate Square
    Eastgate Square 75 Centennial Pkwy N, Hamilton, Ontario, 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 […]

  • Paint by Sticker at BPL

    Paint by Sticker at BPL
    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. […]

  • Mighty Pollinators with Dan the Nature Man

    MPL - Beaty Branch 945 Fourth Line, Milton, ON, Canada

    For children 8-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register.  Did you know that one out of three bites of our food comes from pollinators? […]

  • Stuffies Night at the Library

    Stuffies Night at the Library
    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 […]

  • Glow in the Dark Storytime

    MPL Main branch 1010 Main St E, Milton, ON, Canada

    For children 2-6 years of age accompanied by their parent or caregiver.  Grab a glow stick and get ready for a storytime with a twist. This program features glow-in-the-dark stories for the family and […]

  • Doll T-Shirt Decorating & Activities at Indigo

    Select Indigo and Chapters stores Burlington, ON, Canada

    Design a one-of-a-kind piece for your favourite Our Generation doll to take home. Plus, enjoy a Robert Munsch read-aloud featuring The Perfect Paper Airplane, and themed activity sheets. Ages 4+. […]

  • Free Skate in Hamilton

    Free Skate in Hamilton
    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 […]

  • Free Swim Hamilton

    Free Swim Hamilton
    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 […]

  • Discover Hamilton Forestry at Gage Greenhouse

    Gage Park Greenhouse 1000 Main Street East, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Join Forestry for a fun, interactive look at our Urban Forest! Learn how trees grow, how they function, and the pests that affect them. Enjoy a Touch-a-Truck experience featuring a crane truck and stumper, test your knowledge by guessing a tree’s age for a chance to win a prize, and take part in a tree-themed […]

  • Mad Science at HPL

    Mad Science at HPL
    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

  • LEGO® Botanicals Micro Cactus at Staples

    LEGO® Botanicals Micro Cactus at Staples
    Staples Various Stores Burlington, ON, Canada

    This hands-on event invites kids to unleash their creativity as they customize and build a cool LEGO® micro cactus. Delight young nature lovers with the LEGO® Botanicals Micro Cactus building set, designed for kids ages 5 and up. In this creative session, children will build their own mini flowering cactus and explore the lifelike details […]

  • March Break at the Market

    March Break at the Market
    Hamilton Farmers Market 35 York Boulevard, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Market March Break, March 18-21 (10AM-12PM): Help us turn our recycled cardboard into a 3D cardboard Market! Local artist facilitator @anniewebart will be here with all the supplies you need to get crafty. This is a free drop-in activation, parental supervision required. Recommended for participants ages 6+.  

  • Toy Swap at Duran Place for Kids

    Burlington Centre - Old Navy Hallway 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON, Canada

    Drop in and bring gently loved toys to swap with others. Don’t have toys to trade? A small donation is welcome. It’s a great way to refresh your toy collection […]

  • Amazing Bugs with Dan the Nature Man

    MPL Main branch 1010 Main St E, Milton, ON, Canada

    For children 8-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register.  Spiders, insects, and more….“bugs” are some of the most fascinating animals! Join Dan the Nature Man to […]

  • 3D Printing Escape Room at HPL

    3D Printing Escape Room at HPL
    HPL - selected branches Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    Use the resources and equipment from our Makerspaces to beat the clock and escape the room. By using a combination of equipment and resources from our Makerspaces, players must figure out clues, solve puzzles and 3D print their key to escape the room before time runs out. Wednesday, March 18: 11:00am - 12:00pm Central Branch […]

  • Spring Break: Lego Mural x Nintendo at the Pen Centre

    Pen Centre 221 Glendale Ave, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

    Join us for a LEGO Building Adventure at Niagara Pen Centre! Help us build a mini LEGO mural of Niagara Falls—each guest receives their own square to contribute (registration required for this portion). […]

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  • March Break Magic Show at Milton Mall

    Milton Mall 55 Ontario Street South, Milton, Ontario, Canada

    Come see Cool Ray the Magician on Wednesday, March 18th.  Will amaze and entertain with magic at his 3 shows: 11:00AM, 12:00PM and 1:00PM 

  • 3D Printing Escape Room at HPL

    3D Printing Escape Room at HPL
    HPL - selected branches Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    Use the resources and equipment from our Makerspaces to beat the clock and escape the room. By using a combination of equipment and resources from our Makerspaces, players must figure out clues, solve puzzles and 3D print their key to escape the room before time runs out. Wednesday, March 18: 11:00am - 12:00pm Central Branch […]

  • March Break at Eastgate Square

    March Break at Eastgate Square
    Eastgate Square 75 Centennial Pkwy N, Hamilton, Ontario, 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 […]

  • Stretch, Breathe & Create! at BPL

    Stretch, Breathe & Create! at BPL
    BPL various branches Burlington Libraries, Burlington, ON, Canada

    Yoga & crafts for ages 3-9 In this fun-filled session, learn different animal and nature yoga poses with Ms. Cristina. From warm-up stretches to a relaxing cool-down, kids move through […]

  • Cookie decorating at IKEA Burlington

    IKEA Burlington 1065 Plains Road East, Burlington, ON

    Kids! It's time to get creative with free cookie decorating! March 18, from 2 to 3pm at IKEA Burlington. Save your spot today.

  • Sweet Magic – The Science of Taste

    Sweet Magic – The Science of Taste
    HPL - Various Branches Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Hogwarts needs heroes, and science holds the answer! In Candy Science, participants embark on an interactive mission to defeat Gorb Snottlewick by solving challenges that reveal the science of taste. This immersive workshop blends storytelling and science to show participants that taste is a collaboration between the body and the brain. Ages: 7 – 14 […]

  • Stop Motion Club

    Stop Motion Club
    HPL - Waterdown Branch 163 Dundas St E, Waterdown, Ontario, Canada

    Learn the process of stop motion filmmaking in this program. Stop motion is a filmmaking technique where inanimate objects are moved a little bit at a time, then photographed in a way that gives the appearance of movement when the film is played back. Learn storyboarding, editing, lighting and filming. Show your work in a […]

  • Stuffies Night at the Library

    Stuffies Night at the Library
    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 […]

  • Magnetic Flower Fun at Indigo

    Select Indigo and Chapters stores Burlington, ON, Canada

    Get ready for spring with this bloom-themed building activity that will plant the seed for adventure. Get inspired by a read-aloud of The Flower Garden, then create your own colourful flowers. Take home your own microMAGS keychain. Ages 3+. Workshops at 11:00 and 1:00 Reserve your spot online.

  • Free Skate in Hamilton

    Free Skate in Hamilton
    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 […]

  • Free Swim Hamilton

    Free Swim Hamilton
    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 […]

  • Discover Hamilton Forestry at Gage Greenhouse

    Gage Park Greenhouse 1000 Main Street East, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Forestry will be teaching the value of trees, proper potting techniques and planting instructions. There will be a crane truck and stumper, the operator will demonstrate crane operation and describe how the stumper grinds stumps, they will also have a log for participants to guess how old the tree is.

  • March Break at the Market

    March Break at the Market
    Hamilton Farmers Market 35 York Boulevard, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Market March Break, March 18-21 (10AM-12PM): Help us turn our recycled cardboard into a 3D cardboard Market! Local artist facilitator @anniewebart will be here with all the supplies you need to get crafty. This is a free drop-in activation, parental supervision required. Recommended for participants ages 6+.  

  • Lil’ Kids Club

    Lil’ Kids Club
    Hamilton Farmers Market 35 York Boulevard, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    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, […]

  • Paint by Sticker at BPL

    Paint by Sticker at BPL
    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. […]

  • Blue’s Clues Storytime

    Blue’s Clues Storytime
    Burlington Centre - Old Navy Hallway 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON, Canada

    Join Blue for a fun-filled Storytime followed by a special meet & greet with everyone’s favourite pup.

  • Spring Break: Reptile Kingdom at the Pen Centre

    Pen Centre 221 Glendale Ave, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada

    Join us on March 19th for a fun-filled show with Reptile Kingdom! Learn about your favorite reptiles through an educational and interactive experience with LIVE reptiles. ‍ When: Thursday, March 19th - […]

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  • Bug Magnet Craft at Milton Mall

    Milton Mall 55 Ontario Street South, Milton, Ontario, Canada

    Join us as we make bug magnets on Thursday, March 19th from 11:00AM - 2:00PM. 

  • March Break at Eastgate Square

    March Break at Eastgate Square
    Eastgate Square 75 Centennial Pkwy N, Hamilton, Ontario, 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 […]

  • Blue’s Clues Storytime

    Blue’s Clues Storytime
    Burlington Centre - Old Navy Hallway 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, ON, Canada

    Join Blue for a fun-filled Storytime followed by a special meet & greet with everyone’s favourite pup.