Do you want to build a snowman? Bring the magic of Arendelle to life at our Breakfast with Elsa character brunch! Perfect for families, this enchanting event will make your little ones’ dreams come true.Event Schedule 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: Enjoy a delicious brunch to start your morning off right.11:00 AM: Queen Elsa makes […]
Guided by Hamilton Children’s Museum staff, family and friends are invited to embark on an adventure where they'll explore the Hamilton Farmers’ Market using shapes, colours, textures, and sounds to investigate a variety of foods and products. After their exploration, young minds will get to express their creativity by designing their very own dream market […]
Join Oakville Public Library for an interactive Puzzle Swap event at Central Branch. How it works: 1. From January 11 to 18, drop off your gently-used puzzles (with all their pieces!) at a Central Branch service desk. 2. Receive a ticket for each puzzle you donate. 3. On Sunday, January 19, use your tickets to pick out puzzles from […]
A sensory experience featuring various types of honey. Learn about honey production, different flavors, and the importance of bees in honey creation. All ages welcome, from young to old!
After a shocking abduction from the North Pole, the Commander of the E.L.F. Task Force must partner with the world's most infamous bounty hunter to save Christmas. Family Favourites at $4.99 a ticket. Check the website for details of showtimes near you.
A sensory experience featuring various types of honey. Learn about honey production, different flavors, and the importance of bees in honey creation. All ages welcome, from young to old!
Walk-in only, no online registration available.
Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Toy Story with the whole family, with a special series at The Westdale this January and February! We're screening all four beloved Toy Story films, bringing Woody, Buzz, and the gang back to the big screen for a nostalgic family adventure. The best part? Tickets are just $8.75! Visit thewestdale.ca to view […]
Walk-in only, no online registration available.
For children 7 - 9 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. An introduction to cursive writing using the upper and lower case alphabet. Participants will practice reading and writing cursive, beginning with their own name.
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. In partnership with Therapy Tails Ontario.
Walk-ins only - no online registration available.
Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Toy Story with the whole family, with a special series at The Westdale this January and February! We're screening all four beloved Toy Story films, bringing Woody, Buzz, and the gang back to the big screen for a nostalgic family adventure. The best part? Tickets are just $8.75! Visit thewestdale.ca to view […]
In this free introductory program, learn all about the Cricut machine. From pop up cards to vinyl stickers to decorative cake toppers, learn all about the ways you can create on the Cricut! Ages 13-17+. Registration is required
Join Hamilton Children’s Museum staff in this historic community gathering place for this free drop-in pre-school program that supports hands-on experiences, exploration and social development. Hamilton Children’s Museum encourages all participants to explore the Hamilton Farmers’ Market through a variety of themed activities such as Exploring Foods, My Healthy Body, All My Senses, The Seasons, […]
Read comics, discover new characters and create a superhero.
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. In partnership with Therapy Tails Ontario.
Join us for a variety of Winter-inspired games and activities.
The Hamilton Children’s Museum will be popping up at the Hamilton Farmer’s Market. Families are invited to build and play with the Big Blue Blocks designed to inspire children to create their own inventions, environments and activities.
Walk-in only, no online registration available.
Join us for a variety of Winter-inspired games and activities.
Join us for a variety of Winter-inspired games and activities.
Walk-in only - no ionline registration available.
Test your trivia knowledge in this fun competition for kids ages 6-12.
Get sticky with it! Discover the science of sticky. Make your own glue from food products and test them to see how they hold. Create your own sticky art. And of course, there will be silly putty!
Walk-in only, no online registration available.
This skate is a lively, all-ages event that combines energetic pop music with the fun of skating. Perfect for families, this event offers a safe and enjoyable atmosphere where both kids and adults can skate to upbeat, chart-topping pop hits. The DJ will be playing a variety of crowd-pleasing pop tracks, from current chart hits […]
Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Toy Story with the whole family, with a special series at The Westdale this January and February! We're screening all four beloved Toy Story films, bringing Woody, Buzz, and the gang back to the big screen for a nostalgic family adventure. The best part? Tickets are just $8.75! Visit thewestdale.ca to view […]
Read it? Swap it. Bring your new or gently used children’s books to swap with others. For every book you bring, you can pick a free one. Please make sure donated books are in good condition and relatively current.
Sing and play under the rainbow parachute. Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers with adult caregiver participation.
Gru, the world’s favorite supervillain-turned-Anti-Villain League-agent, returns for an exciting, bold new era of Minions mayhem in Illumination’s Despicable Me 4. Family Favourite tickets at $4.99. See website for locations and showtimes.
Raise your voice and explore sound with the Hamilton Children's Choir. Learn about our vocal instruments and build an instant choir through easy-to-learn (and super catchy) ditties. All are welcome, including those who can’t read music or carry a tune. Geared toward children ages 0-10 with adult caregiver participation. Registration encouraged. Drop in participation is […]
Junior Chefs will learn how to make a Grab and Go Breakfast Burrito, easy-to-freeze Egg Muffins, and Overnight Oats with fruit. A Portion of the fee will go to support “Make Happy Tummies” in Burlington.
Walk-in only, no online registration available.
Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of Toy Story with the whole family, with a special series at The Westdale this January and February! We're screening all four beloved Toy Story films, bringing Woody, Buzz, and the gang back to the big screen for a nostalgic family adventure. The best part? Tickets are just $8.75! Visit thewestdale.ca to view […]
For children 4 - 10 years of age, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. This program is suitable for both Mandarin and English speakers. This program will feature the "Story of Nian" and "A Sweet New Year for Ren". Through these stories, you will learn about the history and origin of the Lunar New Year, as well as how it is celebrated. Facilitated by […]
Walk-in only, no online registration available.
For children 8-12 years of age. Please note: Each child must have their own library card to register. Learn basic coding and programming skills with Micro:bit; a pocket sized computer with motion detection, a built in compass and bluetooth technology. There may be a repetition of projects over the course of the sessions.
For children 3 to 5 years of age and their parent or caregiver. Interested in our technology for children? Here's your opportunity to play, learn, and code with some very special robot pets! These interactive pets introduce preschoolers to critical thinking, problem solving, and other STEM skills
Looking for something to do on a PA day? Join us for a variety of fun-filled activities such as stories, scavenger hunts, crafts, games, building and much more! Sixteen Mile Branch 2:00-4:00 Iroquois Ridge Branch 2:00-4:00 White Oaks Branch 10:00-12:00 Woodside Branch 10:00-11:00 Glen Abbey Branch 10:00-12:00
Junior Chefs will make a Winter Wonderland Dip, home made Snowy Alfredo Pasta & a Winter Wonderland Snack Mix & enjoy a cozy Hot Chocolate with a selection of toppings. Cozy & Yummy too!
Celebrate Family Literacy Day with local children’s author/illustrator, Janie Hao. Known for enchanting stories like Mad at Dad, Janie Hao will share the magic of storytelling with our young readers.
Bring the whole family! Have fun playing board games, giant games, or creating games. Check out the monthly scavenger hunt. And if you still have energy left, read a book together or play a game on our children's computers. All ages are welcome. Children 5 and under must have direct adult supervision. Available at Aldershot, […]
For children 5-8 years of age. Please note: Each child requires their own library card to register. Join us for a one-of-a-kind sing-along program featuring favourite Disney tunes and enjoy an engaging reading of a Disney story.
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. In partnership with Therapy Tails Ontario.
Walk-ins only - no online registration available.
Read it? Swap it. Bring your new or gently used teen books to swap with others. For every book you bring, you can pick a free one. Please make sure donated books are in good condition and relatively current.
Celebrate Family Literacy Day with local children’s author/illustrator, Janie Hao. Known for enchanting stories like Mad at Dad, Janie shares the magic of storytelling with our young readers.
Design and build electronic creations and learn about the circuits and their power.
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. In partnership with Therapy Tails Ontario.
