We celebrate Fall with tales of pumpkins, songs & more! Saturday, October 03: 10:30am - 11:30am Alton Tuesday, October 06: 10:30am - 11:30am Aldershot Wednesday, October 07: 10:30am - 11:30am […]
Junior booklovers will enjoy lively read-alouds and fun activities featuring favourite stories and exciting new children's books, such as My Friend Fear, The Little Ghost Quilt's Winter Surprise, and Gruffalo Granny. Discover new worlds and find stories they'll want to keep exploring long after the final page. No reservation required. Ages 3+. Storytimes every hour from 11 to […]
For children 8-12 years of age. Please note: Each child must register separately. Discover the amazing world of pollinators through hands-on exploration in Beaty Branch’s Learning Garden! Using our Pollinator Citizen Science Kits, children […]
An Egyptian folktale adventure for Culture Days Experience the magic of Egyptian folktales through stories, movement, humour, and plenty of audience participation! Told in Egyptian Arabic, English, and French, […]
Using flowers and leaves straight from our gardens, pound fresh botanicals onto fabric to create a unique snapshot of the season. Rub indigo leaves through stencils for blue-green prints. Perfect […]
Culture Days is a national celebration of arts and culture. Every year, starting at the end of September, millions of people attend thousands of free participatory arts and culture events […]
Celebrate Culture Days with noisy fun for ages 1-5 + adult caregiver Listen to a story, sing, dance, and explore musical instruments in this special Cultural Days Music & Rhythm […]
Design – Create – Play! Hands-on Halloween activities Help us build a spooky little community—one cardboard creation at a time! Families are invited to design and decorate a building […]
Celebrate Thanksgiving together in the Loft! Little chefs (ages 3 to 5) and their grown-ups will work side by side to prepare a delicious harvest-inspired menu while exploring simple kitchen […]
Learn how to decorate a cute cottagecore straw witch hat. For ages 13-17. All supplies provided.
Come in-store for a fun event! Purchase a craft pumpkin of your choice, and then decorate using our supplies! We will have some inspiration ideas, or you can decorate as you like.
Think you could be a Victorian? Find out! Each month, How to Be a Victorian takes on a different part of everyday life in the 19th century — from getting dressed and going to school, to surviving winter, and celebrating Christmas. Explore historic objects, try your hand at Victorian skills, and tackle the everyday challenges of life before […]
Guided by our talented Art Instructors, families of all ages will explore new art techniques, play with materials, and create one-of-a-kind artworks together. There’s no better way to spend time with the people you love than by imagining, creating, and making side by side! Join us for a creative afternoon inspired by Boring Earth: spontaneous gift and […]
Free, drop-in sessions! This season of free family-friendly programming is inspired by Wiigwasitig / waskway / Honouring the Birch Tree, which explores the heritage and healing power of the birch tree through diverse art forms. […]
Design – Create – Play! Hands-on Halloween activities Help us build a spooky little community—one cardboard creation at a time! Families are invited to design and decorate a building […]
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, October 05: 5:00pm - 6:30pm Kenilworth Branch Monday, October 19: 5:00pm - 6:30pm Kenilworth Branch Monday, October 26: 5:00pm […]
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, October 01: 6:30pm […]
Fall-Fair fun and games. Join us for a variety of Fall Fair-inspired games and activities. Thursday, September 10: 10:00am - 11:00am Binbrook Branch Saturday, September 19: 10:00am - 12:00pm Barton Branch Tuesday, October 06: 10:00am - 11:00am Kenilworth Branch Wednesday, October 14: 10:00am - 11:00am Waterdown Branch Saturday, October 17: 10:00am - 10:30am Sherwood […]
We celebrate Fall with tales of pumpkins, songs & more! Saturday, October 03: 10:30am - 11:30am Alton Tuesday, October 06: 10:30am - 11:30am Aldershot Wednesday, October 07: 10:30am - 11:30am Central Friday, October 09: 10:30am - 11:30am Tansley Woods Saturday, October 10: 10:30am - 11:30am Brant Hills Tuesday, October 13: 10:30am - 11:30am New Appleby
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.