A story time for children who thrive better in small groups. A small, welcoming group program with stories, songs, rhymes and sensory play activities for children ages 2-6 who have developmental disabilities, atypical sensory processing and/or other conditions. Registration required. If you need an accessibility accommodation during this program, please contact us before your visit.Email mmcsween@hpl.ca […]
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 […]
Toddler Days is a hands-on, interactive, parented program designed for children ages 2 – 4 years old. The program takes place at Joseph Brant Museum on Wednesday mornings. Children are $12.00 each, accompanying adults are complimentary. Pre-registration is required, as capacity is limited. Each week features a different theme, see below for specific dates and […]
Join us for a fun, sensory class designed for babies aged 6-14 months! These crucial developmental months are all about exploration, and our class provides a safe space for little ones to discover the world and for you to meet new friends.
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!
Craft Your Heart Out this Valentine’s Day! We’ll swirl, sparkle, and snip our way to cards that bloom with love. The event runs from 5pm to 7pm but each participant enjoys a focused 30-minute session of crafting. Select your time slot when registering: 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, or 6:30. Discover a whole new way to celebrate Valentine’s Day! Our Paper Roses Valentine’s […]
"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 […]
Join us for unstructured play where your busy tots can jump, bounce, balance and roll in a tumbling good time! Little ones can explore a variety of equipment to burn some of their energy and shake their silly's out! Ages: Crawling-Preschooler Parent supervision is required. Every Thursday in February from 10:00-11:30am
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, […]
Join us at Oakville Galleries for a fun and engaging Valentine’s Day Youth After-School Workshop! Led by our returning art instructor, Meghan, participants will take part in a special Valentine’s-themed project inspired by the charm of the Victorian era. In this one-night-only session, participants will design and assemble their very own Valentine Victorian Pocket Puzzle, […]
Come down to the Burlington Rotary Centennial Pond for some DJ Throw Back Saturdays and Thursdays, with lights, music, free hot chocolate and cookies. Thursday Jan 8: Disco Fever/Groovy 70s 6-9pm Saturday Jan 10: Retro Rewind 12-3pm Thursday Jan 15: Totally Rad 80s 6-9pm Saturday Jan 17: Pop Star Party 12-3pm Thursday Jan 22: 90s […]
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 […]
Come in for a fun, free event for kids! We’re going to make cute cards for Valentine’s Day. All supplies are free for this event.
Celebrate strong princesses and big imaginations at a special storytime for Paper Bag Princess Day and International Women’s Day. Listen to a reading of Robert Munsch's The Paper Bag Princess, sing songs, and make a fun craft to take home! Perfect for families with children ages 5 and younger. Family Storytime is very popular at this location, […]
Join us for our Lunar New Year Celebration happening Saturday, February 7th, from 11am-2pm in the common area outside The Slime Lab. We will have a Lion Dance performance at 11am, followed by lion themed crafts for kids and snap a pic in front of our Lunar New Year selfie backdrop!
Come down to the Burlington Rotary Centennial Pond for some DJ Throw Back Saturdays and Thursdays, with lights, music, free hot chocolate and cookies. Thursday Jan 8: Disco Fever/Groovy 70s 6-9pm Saturday Jan 10: Retro Rewind 12-3pm Thursday Jan 15: Totally Rad 80s 6-9pm Saturday Jan 17: Pop Star Party 12-3pm Thursday Jan 22: 90s […]
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, […]
Get your dancing shoes ready! Two special screenings of Happy Feet are waddling into The Westdale as part of Hamilton Winterfest. Enjoy a winter-themed photo station, and get a FREE small popcorn when you come dressed as a penguin! 🐧 📅 Saturday, February 7 - 1:00 pm 📅 Sunday, February 8 - 1:00 pm […]
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.
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 […]