For children 10-12 years of age and their parent or caregiver. Embark on an unforgettable Dungeons & Dragons adventure designed for fathers/caregivers and their kids! This interactive program fosters creativity, teamwork, and storytelling as dads and kids bond over epic quests, legendary battles, and heroic problem-solving. No prior D&D experience? No problem! Our Dungeon Masters will guide you […]
Join us at our Father’s Day Fishing Derby at Area 8! And spend some quality time with the dads and father figures in your life. The derby is for kids 8 and under but everyone is welcome to join the fun! Fish off the dock or from shore or rent a boat and take to […]
For children 3-8 years of age and their parent or caregiver. Join us and celebrate the important fathers, father figures, or other important family members in your life.
Pour les enfant 0 à 6 ans. Les tout-petits savent que le livre est porteur de sens. Chaque lecture que vous offrez à votre enfant est un cadeau dont il ne pourra que profiter. Le livre prend tout son sens lorsqu'il fait l'objet d'un partage entre l'adulte et le tout-petit! Venez partager ce moment avec nous autour de la […]
Kerry’s Place is Canada’s largest Autism services provider to children, teenagers, adults and families. We help Autistic people participate fully in their community! Individualized, short-term support from our expert Autism Consultants. Consultation services give Autistic individuals, families, and community partners access to Autism Consultants to assist with navigating resources and identified goals. Goals can include […]
Come out with your friends, families and allies for a private evening BBQ picnic at Area 8. Hike the lakeside trail, enjoy some food & music, play fun games, and connect with friends followed by bonfires on the beach. Food will be available until 7:30 pm and the event continues until 9:00 pm. Your registration […]
*Strawberry Tent – fresh strawberries, cake, ice cream and slushies (in partnership with Milton District Hospital Foundation) – CASH PREFERRED *Strawberry Pancake Breakfast (fresh strawberries and pancakes) beginning at 8 am while supplies last & BBQ Lunch available at 12:00 pm – both generously supported by The Optimist Club of Milton volunteers – CASH PREFERRED […]
Best suited for families with children 3-9 years of age, but all are welcome. In partnership with the Canadian Caribbean Association of Halton, we are pleased to host children's author Newton Vanriel. Newton will share his book The Adventures of the Soul Sistas. This wonderful book celebrates diversity and the true meaning of family through the eyes of two […]
Join us in store and challenge our play experts to some one-on-one pocket games! Test your skills and win some cool prizes. Are you ready?
For children 3-8 years of age and accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Celebrate love, family, and identity in this inclusive program! Enjoy stories about diverse families and self-expression, sing songs, and create a colorful craft. This storytime fosters kindness, acceptance, and pride in who we are.
Join us in store and challenge our play experts to some one-on-one pocket games! Test your skills and win some cool prizes. Are you ready?
For children 4 - 10 years of age, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program is suitable for Mandarin speakers. Today's storytime facilitated by the Milton Chinese Canadian Association, features a "A Garden of Vegetables turned into Pixies" by Xiang Zhou. It is a humorous nursery rhyme about a garden of vegetables, and how they grow over the spring and summer.
Pour les enfant 0 à 6 ans. Les tout-petits savent que le livre est porteur de sens. Chaque lecture que vous offrez à votre enfant est un cadeau dont il ne pourra que profiter. Le livre prend tout son sens lorsqu'il fait l'objet d'un partage entre l'adulte et le tout-petit! Venez partager ce moment avec nous autour de la […]
Visit your local store to build your own LEGO® Car – FREE!
For children 6-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Join author Kristi White as she shares her series The Adventures of Jay and Gizmo. The series takes readers on adventures with Jay, a young Indigenous boy, and his cat friend, Gizmo, while providing lessons about Indigenous people, language, culture, traditions, and celebrations. […]
For children 4-8 years of age. Parents/caregivers must remain on-site for the duration of the program. Look Like Me, Read Like Me will offer kids the chance to see themselves in the stories they hear in order to foster confidence, imagination, and a love for reading and writing. Facilitated by Halton Black Voices, the sessions will be filled […]
Join us to celebrate beloved Canadian author Robert Munsch: we’re reading family faves + sharing themed activity sheets!
Join us to celebrate beloved Canadian author Robert Munsch: we’re reading family faves + sharing themed activity sheets!
Join the fun as we bring Bluey's world to life with an exciting toy demo, temporary tattoos, and more! Plus, there’s storytime in store. Ages 3+ Sessions at 11:00 and 1:00 Spaces are limited and must be reserved in advance. Each child needs a separate reservation. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the start […]
Dig into creative fun this summer as we create clay animals to sit on a clay pot. $5 each with all supplies included.
For children from 6 months to 10 years, and their caregivers. Please note: Adults will not be permitted without a child. Join Drag Queen Gila Münster for Drag Queen Story Time, a celebration of storytelling and Pride. We will share music, dancing, and age-appropriate storybooks about self-love, acceptance, and LGBTQ+ representation. Titles include "Miss Rita, Mystery Reader," […]
Join other builder-kids in-store: we’ll have freestyle building fun, demos + a chance to WIN* a featured LEGO® Jurassic World™ Set. PLUS: $10 OFF a $50+ purchase (before taxes) of any LEGO® set(s)* – ONE DAY ONLY!
For children 4-8 years of age and their parent or caregiver. Gather in a cozy circle as we read and discuss the book The Lorax by Dr. Seuss. After the story, children can enjoy a fun and creative coloring activity. Please register using this link in advance, though drop ins are welcome
For children 9 to 12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Participants will learn how to fold origami jumping frogs and then put their creations to the test with a series of fun and simple challenges. This program combines fine motor skills, light engineering, creativity, and friendly competition.
For children 9-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Join us and learn the basics of navigation and wayfinding skills. Participants will build and use a functional compass and practicing directional thinking through fun exploration challenges.
For children 7-10 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Have you ever wanted to race around the world like Phileas Fogg? Well, now's your chance! For 80 Minutes, you’ll embark on an exciting, fast-paced journey where you’ll travel from country to country, solving fun challenges and playing thrilling games, all while […]
For children 7-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Join us on safari and meet a variety of exotic creatures from around the globe!
For children 8-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Join Dan the Nature Man to learn about fascinating insects and other "bugs" that live all around us. We will head out to Beaty Branch's beautiful pollinator garden to discover who lives there, especially the creatures who are busy visiting and pollinating the flowers. Meet special Mexican guest Charlotte!
Calling all trainers! Dive into Pokémon fun with cards, coins, and activity sheets that’ll test your knowledge. Plus, there’s storytime in store. Ages 6+. Sessions at 11:00 and 1:00 Spaces are limited and must be reserved in advance. Each child needs a separate reservation. Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the start of the […]
Dig into creative fun this summer as we create a textured animal paw canvas. $5 each with all supplies included.
Travel back in time and learn about this history of the land at Crawford Lake Conservation Area. Begin your journey at the edge of a rare meromictic lake, where we’ll explore the hidden stories beneath the lakes still waters. Then step into the past with a guided tour of the reconstructed longhouse village to discover […]
Explore the reconstructed longhouse village with a small, guided tour, then try your hand at traditional games that kids and adults alike can enjoy together. It’s a perfect hands-on experience for visitors to connect with history! $10 plus gate fees.
For families with children 6-12 years of age. Travel the globe through play! Join us for an afternoon of hands-on fun exploring traditional and modern games from around the world. Families will get the chance to learn and play classic games like Mancala from Africa, Pick-Up Sticks from Europe, Gonggi from Korea, and Hwatu—a lively […]
Travel back in time and learn about this history of the land at Crawford Lake Conservation Area. Begin your journey at the edge of a rare meromictic lake, where we’ll explore the hidden stories beneath the lakes still waters. Then step into the past with a guided tour of the reconstructed longhouse village to discover […]
Best suited for families with children 3-8 years of age. For over 25 years now BarryO has been entertaining and educating kids with his one of a kind variety show. Ventriloquism is at the heart of the BarryO Kidshow, with a spoonful of juggling, magic and more!
Explore the reconstructed longhouse village with a small, guided tour, then try your hand at traditional games that kids and adults alike can enjoy together. It’s a perfect hands-on experience for visitors to connect with history! $10 plus gate fees.
For children 3-5 years of age accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Join us for a fun-filled session where parents and preschoolers will enjoy a delightful story, then get creative by designing their own puzzles! Using templates and colorful magazine pictures, little ones will cut, glue, and piece together their very own jigsaw masterpiece to take […]
Travel back in time and learn about this history of the land at Crawford Lake Conservation Area. Begin your journey at the edge of a rare meromictic lake, where we’ll explore the hidden stories beneath the lakes still waters. Then step into the past with a guided tour of the reconstructed longhouse village to discover […]
For children 5-8 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. *Parents must remain in the library for the duration of the program. It's time to Party! In this interactive program, participants will explore fun and unique birthday traditions from around the world through stories, games, music, and a hands-on craft. They’ll learn how […]
Explore the reconstructed longhouse village with a small, guided tour, then try your hand at traditional games that kids and adults alike can enjoy together. It’s a perfect hands-on experience for visitors to connect with history! $10 plus gate fees.
For children 9-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Become a cartographer for the day! Design your own world map with mountains, rivers, cities, and more while learning the basics of map legends, compass roses, and geography. Let your imagination shape new lands and bring your dream […]
Travel back in time and learn about this history of the land at Crawford Lake Conservation Area. Begin your journey at the edge of a rare meromictic lake, where we’ll explore the hidden stories beneath the lakes still waters. Then step into the past with a guided tour of the reconstructed longhouse village to discover […]
Explore the reconstructed longhouse village with a small, guided tour, then try your hand at traditional games that kids and adults alike can enjoy together. It’s a perfect hands-on experience for visitors to connect with history! $10 plus gate fees.
For children 8-12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Join us for an action-packed adventure through the discovery zone, where you’ll explore, how 3D printing works and properties of infinite loops, investigate why trees are important to engineers, and create an elastic-powered car.
Travel back in time and learn about this history of the land at Crawford Lake Conservation Area. Begin your journey at the edge of a rare meromictic lake, where we’ll explore the hidden stories beneath the lakes still waters. Then step into the past with a guided tour of the reconstructed longhouse village to discover […]
For children 8 -12 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Travel the world without leaving the library! Learn about famous global landmarks, from the Eiffel Tower to the Great Wall of China, and then create your own unique landmark. Use your imagination to design a structure that represents your dream destination!
Explore the reconstructed longhouse village with a small, guided tour, then try your hand at traditional games that kids and adults alike can enjoy together. It’s a perfect hands-on experience for visitors to connect with history! $10 plus gate fees.
Create a summer bracelet stack with Rainbow Loom and dream up your own cartoon with Scholastic. Plus, there’s storytime in store. DIY Bracelets Ages 6+ / Cartoon Creators Club Ages 9+. Sessions at 11:00 and 1:00 Spaces are limited and must be reserved in advance. Each child needs a separate reservation. Please arrive at least […]
Dig into creative fun this summer as we create a lion or bird mask. $5 each with all supplies included.
Travel back in time and learn about this history of the land at Crawford Lake Conservation Area. Begin your journey at the edge of a rare meromictic lake, where we’ll explore the hidden stories beneath the lakes still waters. Then step into the past with a guided tour of the reconstructed longhouse village to discover […]
