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  • Explore Art at HPL – Winter Landscapes

    Explore Art at HPL – Winter Landscapes
    HPL - Various Branches Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Capture the quiet beauty of winter through landscape art.  Create artworks inspired by the winter landscape. Whether drawing snow-covered fields, bare trees under grey skies, frosty windows, or imagined wintry worlds, focus on how seasonal scenes can be translated into line, shape, texture and colour. Experiment with visual elements such as contrast, atmosphere and space, […]

  • Have a Heart: Crochet a Heart (Teens)

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

    For Valentines Day, be careful who you give your heart to as we learn how to crochet heart-shaped amigurumi, or stuffies. For ages 13-17. 

  • Paws for Stories

    Paws for Stories
    BPL - Brant Hills 2255 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    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 […]

  • Sunday Makebreak: Valentine’s Mason Jar

    Michaels stores - call for details Ontario, Canada

    Join us in-store to paint mason jars for Valentine’s Day. Just purchase the mason jar and Michaels will provide the rest of the supplies for free!

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  • Pizza Storytime at MPL

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

    For children 4 - 6 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Ooey gooey cheesy goodness! Join us for a fun interactive storytime about everyone's favourite food, PIZZA! Stories, songs, activities and even a craft!  

  • Mindfulness for Preschoolers

    Mindfulness for Preschoolers
    HPL - selected branches Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    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

  • Explore Art at HPL – Winter Landscapes

    Explore Art at HPL – Winter Landscapes
    HPL - Various Branches Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Capture the quiet beauty of winter through landscape art.  Create artworks inspired by the winter landscape. Whether drawing snow-covered fields, bare trees under grey skies, frosty windows, or imagined wintry worlds, focus on how seasonal scenes can be translated into line, shape, texture and colour. Experiment with visual elements such as contrast, atmosphere and space, […]

  • Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario

    Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
    HPL - selected branches Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    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 […]

  • Spanish Books Out Loud

    Spanish Books Out Loud
    HPL - Central Branch 55 York Boulevard, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    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 […]

  • Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario

    Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
    HPL - selected branches Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    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 […]

  • Be My Valentine Storytime

    Be My Valentine Storytime
    BPL various branches Burlington Libraries, Burlington, ON, Canada

    Celebrate Valentine's Day at storytime! Join this special storytime to celebrate Valentine's Day with friends. Stay to create a simple Valentine's craft to take home. Perfect for families with children ages 5 and younger. Family Storytime is very popular at this location and space is limited; please arrive early to secure your spot. Feb 10: […]

  • Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario

    Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
    HPL - selected branches Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    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 […]

  • Mindfulness for Preschoolers

    Mindfulness for Preschoolers
    HPL - selected branches Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    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

  • Valentine’s Day Storytime

    Hamilton Libraries - various branches

    A family storytime celebrating Valentine's Day   A family storytime to celebrate love in time for Valentine's Day. Enjoy stories, songs and more. Feb 11 10:00-10:30 Saltfleet and Turner Park branches Feb 12 10:00 Terryberry, Red Hill, Binbrook, Carlisle, Valley Park, 1:30-2:00 Waterdown

  • Croque apres-midi avec On y va Milton

    Croque apres-midi avec On y va Milton
    MPL Main branch 1010 Main St E, Milton, ON, Canada

    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

    True Crime Teens: Current Events Podcast Club
    MPL Main branch 1010 Main St E, Milton, ON, Canada

    "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 […]

  • Be My Valentine Storytime

    Be My Valentine Storytime
    BPL various branches Burlington Libraries, Burlington, ON, Canada

    Celebrate Valentine's Day at storytime! Join this special storytime to celebrate Valentine's Day with friends. Stay to create a simple Valentine's craft to take home. Perfect for families with children ages 5 and younger. Family Storytime is very popular at this location and space is limited; please arrive early to secure your spot. Feb 10: […]

  • 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, […]

  • Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario

    Bark for Books with Therapy Tails Ontario
    HPL - selected branches Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    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 […]

  • Retrofestive Family Day

    RetroFestive 1100 Invicta Dr #1, Oakville, Ontario, Canada

    We've got a ton of fun in-store on: Friday, February 13th (PD Day!) and Saturday, February 14th (Valentines Day!) Meet Derpy from K-Pop Demon Hunters: 10am - 2pm Buy One Get One Free on ALL Valentines Candy (huge variety!) Enjoy FREE Popcorn, and $1 Cokes in retro glass bottles Enter our draw for a Family Fun Gift Basket Get a Free Gift with every purchase $50+

  • Spectacular Sharpies Sensations! (Teens)

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

    What do you think would have happened if Vincent Van Gogh or even Rembrandt used sharpies and rubbing alcohol to create artistic masterpieces? Come unleash your inner artistic talents and come create a bold masterpiece using sharpies and alcohol. For ages 13-17

  • Winter Games at MPL

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

    For children 6-10 years of age. Please note: Each child should register with an individual library card. Join us for MPL's version of the Winter Olympics! Participants will be grouped into team. Each team will complete four fun activities, the snowball toss, ice skating relay, ski jump challenge and a curling match. Following the games, there will be a […]

  • Sensory Hour Family Drop-In

    Sensory Hour Family Drop-In
    HPL - selected branches Library Branches, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    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 […]

  • Family Fun Day Ward 3 Hamilton

    Bernie Morelli Recreation Centre 876 Cannon St East, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    This Family Day enjoy spending time and staying active in our community. I’m sponsoring free recreation programs in Ward 3 in partnership with the City of Hamilton’s Recreation Department with those you define as family.In response to growing interest in more inclusive and accessible holiday programming (beyond just winter open skates), we’re expanding the kinds […]

  • Retrofestive Family Day

    RetroFestive 1100 Invicta Dr #1, Oakville, Ontario, Canada

    We've got a ton of fun in-store on: Friday, February 13th (PD Day!) and Saturday, February 14th (Valentines Day!) Meet Derpy from K-Pop Demon Hunters: 10am - 2pm Buy One Get One Free on ALL Valentines Candy (huge variety!) Enjoy FREE Popcorn, and $1 Cokes in retro glass bottles Enter our draw for a Family Fun Gift Basket Get a Free Gift with every purchase $50+

  • Kid’s Club Valentine’s Keychain and Mardi Gras mask

    Michaels stores - call for details Ontario, Canada

    Come in for a fun, free event for kids! You can choose to make a heart-shaped keychain with pony beads, a mask with foam, or both! All supplies are free for this event.

  • Be My Valentine Storytime

    Be My Valentine Storytime
    BPL various branches Burlington Libraries, Burlington, ON, Canada

    Celebrate Valentine's Day at storytime! Join this special storytime to celebrate Valentine's Day with friends. Stay to create a simple Valentine's craft to take home. Perfect for families with children ages 5 and younger. Family Storytime is very popular at this location and space is limited; please arrive early to secure your spot. Feb 10: […]

  • Love Bug Valentine’s Bash

    Magnolia Hall 115 Hunter St West, Hamilton, ON, Canada

    A family-friendly day of valentines-themed fun including kids crafts, local food & drink vendors, and a family dance party with special surprises. FREE

  • Pugentine’s Party

    Terra Greenhouse - Burlington 2273 Dundas Street, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    Saturday, February 14th, 12:30 pm - 2:30 PMCome celebrate Valentine's Day at Terra Greenhouses in Burlington for a very special Pugentine's Party! Get ready to grumble with Hamilton Pugs this February at Terra Greenhouses in Burlington! We will be hosting a Pugentine's Party and everyone is welcome to join. If you don't have a pug […]

  • Paws for Stories

    Paws for Stories
    BPL - Brant Hills 2255 Brant Street, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

    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 […]

  • Winterfest at HPL

    HPL - Turner Park Branch 352 Rymal Road East, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Winter fun and games.   Join us for a variety of Winter-inspired games and activities.

  • Frost & Flame

    Oakville Towne Square 166 Lakeshore Rd E, Oakville, Ontario, Canada

    Join us Sunday, February 15 | 12–4 PM in Towne Square for an afternoon of winter fun you won’t want to miss. Enjoy live entertainment and winter fun, including:   DJ Clymaxxx Fire shows by North Fire Circus & Dr. Draw Steelpan drummers Live ice sculpture carvings Maple taffy by The Broken Ice Company …and more!   […]

  • Lego Make and Take at Indigo

    Select Indigo and Chapters stores

    Join us in store to build a LEGO® Disney Little HeiHei. Ages 6+ Spaces are limited. Reservations required.  *No reservation required for accompanying adults or non-participants.

  • Sunday Makebreak: Spring Charm Bracelet

    Michaels stores - call for details Ontario, Canada

    Join us in-store to make beaded charm bracelets. Just purchase the charms you want on your bracelet and Michaels will provide the rest of the supplies for free!

  • Famajam Family Art Day

    Dundas Valley School of Art 21 Ogilvie Street, Dundas, Ontario, Canada

    The perfect all-ages activity for Family Day weekend. Our FREE Family Art Days are all about making art and having fun with your family. This is a unique opportunity to create alongside one another in a variety of mediums from painting to pottery. It's also a chance to learn more about DVSA and meet our […]

  • Celebrate the Lunar New Year Storytime

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

    For children 4 - 10 years of age, accompanied by a parent or caregiver.  This program is suitable for both Mandarin and English speakers.   This special storytime celebrating the Lunar New Year, is facilitated by the Chinese Canadian Association of Milton.  The storytime will feature "Eddy's Shadow Puppets" by Karina Zhou. A wonderful story about how we can all […]

  • Family Day On Ice – Daymond Realty Group

    Appleby Ice Centre, Rink 1 1201 Appleby Line, Burlington, Ontario

    A fun Family Day skating event by The Daymond Realty Group, bringing families together for an active and memorable day on the ice. Please bring your own skates!

  • Family Day at Kitchener Farmer’s Market

    Kitchener Farmers Market 300 King St E, Kitchener, ON, Canada

    Join us from 10am - 2pm at the Kitchener Market to celebrate Family day! Bring your family and friends for a day of fun-filled free activities including games, treats, activities, live entertainment and more! Stay tuned here for updates! 

  • Winterfest at the AGH

    Art Gallery of Hamilton 123 King Street West, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Join us on February 16th for an action packed day of art, music, movement and fun for the whole family!  Things to look forward to at the AGH ★ Art & craft projects ★ Family Tours ★ Hot chocolate and snacks ★ Family movement workshop with Little Yogis Academy (1:00 – 2:00 PM)

  • Family Day Fun in Lincoln

    Fleming Centre 5020 Serena Dr., Beamsville, Ontario, Canada

    Join us for Family Day Fun with PlayLincoln! Families are invited to the Fleming Centre on Monday, February 16th for a free afternoon of activities for all ages, including a free public skate from 12–2 PM and craft activities from 11 AM–1 PM.

  • Family Day at the Cotton Factory

    Cotton Factory 270 Sherman Ave N, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

    Pizz-Art Party and Community Quilt presented by Hamilton Craft Studios Storytelling Machine McMaster Pop Up Planetarium Mr. Ben Musical Performance Steel City Slither Performance and Interactive Movement Experience Hamilton Music Collective Instrument Kids Rave Open Studios and Exhibitions Soup and Grill Cheese with Chef Johnny Blonde Games, Crafts and Snacks!  

  • Family Day at McDougall Cottage

    McDougall Cottage 89 Grand Avenue South, Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

    Stop by McDougall Cottage on Family Day and warm up with some tasty treats and fun crafts.Take a wee break from the ordinary this Family Day at McDougall Cottage! Step inside our cozy historic home and warm up with some yummy hot chocolate or a soothing cup of tea alongside a McDougall favourite - shortbread. […]

    free but donations accepted