Youth ages 11–17 are invited to join us at The Drop and get messy with a creative paper‑mâché project. Using scraps of paper, glue, and imagination, participants will transform simple materials into expressive handmade creations. This week’s Drop offers a relaxed, hands‑on space for youth to experiment, explore, and enjoy the playful side of making […]
Each teen will select three surprise ingredients from the Mystery Box and incorporate them into their dishes, creating a menu that's uniquely their own. There are no wrong answers, just […]
Come in for a fun free kids events! We will be showing some beginner sewing techniques on how to make sewing ghosts.
Step back in time and visit Ireland House Museum for our Heritage Fibre Festival on September 26, 2026 from 10am to 3pm. Learn about the rich world of fibre arts […]
Friends of Oakville Public Library is a dedicated volunteer committee that operates multiple book sales annually. Price List Buy 1 tote and fill it · $15 Buy 2 totes and fill them · $25 Refill a Friends of OPL tote · $10 All books · 1 for $2 Contactless payment and cash accepted.
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Children are invited to create crafts to cheer up other young children who are patients in local hospitals. Crafts made at this program are donated to Ron Joyce Centre for Children, McMaster Children's Hospital and Ronald McDonald House Charities. For ages 4–12. Adult participation is encouraged. Presented by Create for Kids Hamilton.
This Month’s Topic: “The Celestial Bear: The Six Nations’ Night Sky” presented by Rob Cockcroft, Mcmaster, associate professor and director of the William J. McCallum Planetarium “That is how I heard the story, so I thought that is how you would hear it as well…” Join us for a fascinating presentation that blends local culture, […]
Young chefs will discover creative new ways to enjoy everyone's favorite meal as they prepare upgraded Stuffed Crust Pizzas, lunchbox-friendly Pizza Muffins, and a Sweet Dessert Pizza. (Grades 1 thru […]
Build, play, and take it away! Kids will particpate in a hands-on LEGO® build of a Dragon on a Skateboard model. The fun continues with a hero-themed treasure hunt, where kids will receive a LEGO® Marvel mini build prize. A $5 TicketScene reservation is required. Guests will receive a $5 Indigo gift card at the […]
Celebrate BPAC’s 15th Anniversary Season with WANDER, a free, site-responsive arts experience that invites you to explore the Centre in unexpected ways. From hidden corners and tucked-away spaces to places […]
A calming, creative time for ages 6–12 with an adult ~ A Culture Days event Kids ages 6 to 12, and their adults, are invited to slow down and connect […]
In keeping with the Disability History Month theme, people with disabilities as portrayed through film over the years will be the highlight of the film festival. The AHA! wishes to […]
In keeping with the Disability History Month theme, people with disabilities as portrayed through film over the years will be the highlight of the film festival. The AHA! wishes to […]
Looking for fun and educational weekend activities for kids in Oakville? Join our Hands-On Creative STEM Workshops every Sunday at STEAMULATION Lab, where children explore a new creative STEM activity each week through art, science, engineering, and hands-on learning. Kids will enjoy exciting projects such as slime making, homemade playdough, origami, collage art, creative building challenges, […]
This interactive storytelling experience invites children and families to discover the rich heritage of Egyptian folktales through live narration, movement, humor, and audience participation. Presented in Egyptian Arabic, English, and French, the project brings traditional Egyptian “hadouta” stories to life while celebrating the cultural heritage and oral storytelling traditions passed down through generations. Children become […]
Join us for programming exploring cultures from around the world. From arts and crafts, to dance demonstrations, music and storytelling, there's something for everyone. Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture that invites the public to experience the importance of arts and culture in our communities through free hands-on and behind-the-scenes activities. […]
Join Oakville Art Society for a joyful, family-friendly painting event as part of Oakville Culture Days! Pass the Painting is a fun and interactive creative activity where participants of all ages work together on shared artworks—adding their own unique touches before passing them along. No experience is needed—just bring your curiosity and creativity! With guidance […]
Join John as he discusses how First Nations communities have evolved and how we can better understand Indigenous peoples. Learn meaningful ways to deepen your knowledge of Indigenous culture and explore how each of us can contribute to greater awareness, respect, and support within our communities. This is event is hosted in the Older Adult […]
Youth groups and the public will work together to build a Giant Beaded Creature using colourful pool noodles and oversized thread, creating animal patterns and playful shapes. This hands‑on activity encourages teamwork, creativity, and exploration as participants experiment with large‑scale beading techniques. Once finished, the beaded creature will be tested in the QEPCCC swimming pool!
