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Event Series Puppet Show at HPL

Puppet Show at HPL

HPL - selected branches

Puppet shows, stories and songs. Saturday, June 28: 10:00am - 10:30am Westdale Tuesday, July 15: 11:00am - 12:00pm Barton Monday, August 11: 2:00pm - 2:30pm Turner Park Tuesday, August 12: 10:00am - 11:00am Terryberry Friday, August 15: 2:00pm - 2:30pm Mount Hope Wednesday, August 20: 10:00am - 11:00am Central Tuesday, August 26: 10:00am - 10:30am […]

Family Storytime Celebrating Pride

Oakville Public Library Iroquois Ridge Branch 1051 Glenashton Dr, Oakville, ON, Canada

Join us for storytime fun! Get moving with stories, songs, music, and fun! Ages 6M-5Y Join us for storytime fun, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member.

Karaoke at HPL

HPL - Dundas Branch 18 Ogilvie St, Dundas, Ontario, Canada

Exercise your vocals chords and sing along with your favourite songs.

Indigenous Storytime with The Adventures of Jay and Gizmo

MPL Main branch 1010 Main St E, Milton, ON, Canada

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. […]

Event Series Look Like Me Read Like Me

Look Like Me Read Like Me

MPL Main branch 1010 Main St E, Milton, ON, Canada

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 […]

Burlington Model Railway Open House

Burlington Model Railway Club 1137 Hidden Valley Road, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Located in Hidden Valley Park, the Burlington Model Railway Club (BMRC) operates out of a building that was previously used as a swimming pool office and change house. The BMRC's three model railway layouts will be running (weather permitting), featuring model railway equipment from the collections of its members. Fun for railway enthusiasts of all […]

Event Series Hive Dive

Hive Dive

Mountsberg Conservation Area 2259 Millborough Line, Campbellville, Ontario, Canada

Suit up and join one of our beekeepers for a look at the inner workings of a beehive. After your visit, you’ll get to take home a jar of Mountsberg’s honey as a tasty souvenir. $149 + HST for a group of 2 people + gate fees. Participants must be 12 years of age or […]

Multiculturism Day

Sherwood Park Forest Park 5270 Fairview Street, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Come enjoy learning about other cultures! Cultural entertainment  and activities Youth games and challenges for prizes Children’s activities and bouncy castle Ice cream truck and other food vendors Fun for all ages Indoor gym facility set up for cultural booths and alternative location for performances in bad weather conditions. This event is FREE and open to the […]

Summer Reading Club Author Event Kari-Lynn Winters

HPL - Discovery Centre 77 Harbourside Way, Hamilton, ON, Canada

An interactive presentation that delves into the changing of the seasons, weather patterns and the joys of playing seasonal sports. Join us at the Bookmobile's Discovery Centre site at 77 Harbourside Way for this special event!

Around the World Escape Room at HPL

HPL - selected branches

Solve the mystery, recover the loot and catch HPL's mascot Scout. Saturday, June 28: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Central Monday, July 07: 1:00pm - 3:00pm Turner Park Wednesday, July 23: 3:30pm - 4:30pm Waterdown Thursday, July 31: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Binbrook Thursday, July 31: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Saltfleet Friday, August 01: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Valley Park […]

Arabic Storytime at Oakville Public Library

Oakville Public Library - various branches

Join us for storytime in Arabic! We'll read stories, sing songs, and practice rhymes. Ages 6M-5Y Join us for storytime fun, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member. Oakville Public Library is dedicated to the principles of Every Child Ready to Read, an initiative to help parents and caregivers develop […]

Event Series Mandarin Storytime at OPL

Mandarin Storytime at OPL

Oakville Public LIbrary Woodside Branch 1274 Rebecca Street, Oakville, ON, Canada

Join us for storytime in Mandarin! We'll read stories, sing songs, and practice rhymes. Ages 6M-5Y Join us for storytime fun, including music and songs! Storytime is led by an OPL staff member. Oakville Public Library is dedicated to the principles of Every Child Ready to Read, an initiative to help parents and caregivers develop […]

Talons and Tailfeathers

Mountsberg Conservation Area 2259 Millborough Line, Campbellville, Ontario, Canada

Join our Raptor Centre staff to meet some of our resident raptors, and learn more about their incredible features plus how we care for them. $10 per person + gate fees.

Hives and Honeycombs

Mountsberg Conservation Area 2259 Millborough Line, Campbellville, Ontario, Canada

Have you heard the phrase “busy as a bee?” Learn more about these fascinating and hard-working insects and taste some Mountsberg honey. $10 per person + gate fees.

Discovery at the Fishway

Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, Canada

Watch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short walk from Princess Point accessed along the Desjardins Trail. Operation lasts around 30 minutes. The Fishway will be open Monday - Friday at 2:30pm during March […]

Event Series Kids’ Trivia

Kids’ Trivia

HPL - selected branches

Test your trivia knowledge on this week's theme in this fun competition for kids ages 6-12. Thursday, June 12: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Saltfleet Monday, June 30: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Redhill Monday, July 14: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Saltfleet Tuesday, August 12: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Redhill Thursday, August 14: 4:00pm - 5:00pm Saltfleet Tuesday, August 26: 10:00am […]

Burlington Cruisin’ Car Show

Burlington Centre 777 Guelph Line, Burlington, Ontario, Canada

Join us Monday nights at the Cruisin’ Car Show in the Canadian Tire/Burlington Centre Parking LotMay 12 to Sept 29 20255PM-8PM excluding long weekendsOur mission is to create a vibrant & engaging space where car enthusiasts can showcase their passion for automobiles while doing good for the community

Event Series Tell Tales

Tell Tales

HPL - selected branches

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. Thursday, June 05: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Valley Park Thursday, June 12: 6:30pm - 7:30pm Valley Park Monday, June 16: […]

Discovery at the Fishway

Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, Canada

Watch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short walk from Princess Point accessed along the Desjardins Trail. Operation lasts around 30 minutes. The Fishway will be open Monday - Friday at 2:30pm during March […]

Burlington’s Canada Day Celebrations

Celebrate Canada Day with the City of Burlington at Spencer Smith Park on July 1, 2025! Experience a day of fun-filled activities, delicious food, vibrant vendors, and lively entertainment at our picturesque waterfront location. Cap off the celebration with a breathtaking drone and fireworks display! Free Shuttlebus from the Burlington Centre

Celebrate the Lancaster’s 80th Birthday

Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum 9280 Airport Rd, Mount Hope, Ontario, Canada

Happy birthday to our Lancaster – 80 years young! Come join us on Canada Day as we celebrate this Canadian icon. Lancaster FM213 rolled off the production line at Victory Aircraft in Malton (Mississauga) in July 1945. Eighty years later, the Mynarski Memorial Lancaster, sometimes affectionately known as VeRA, is a staple of Southern Ontario […]

Canada Day at HMCS Haida

HMCS Haida Pier 9, 658 Catharine St N, Hamilton, ON, Canada

Celebrate Canada Day at HMCS Haida! Step aboard Canada's most fightingest warship, hear stories of brave sailors, and take in beautiful views of Lake Ontario. Join us on July 1 for free admission, a memorable way to honour Canada’s naval history, and a great way to celebrate with the entire family.  For more details on […]

Canada Day at Fort George

Fort George National Historic Site 51 Queen's Parade, Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada

Celebrate Canada's birthday at Fort George National Historic Site! Listen to period music, support the Friends of Fort George, and don’t miss our captivating musket demonstrations and cannon firings! Canada Day festivities at the fort conclude with a fantastic concert and fun to be had by all!

Grimsby Canada Day Festival

Grimsby Museum 6 Murray Street, Grimsby, Ontario, Canada

Join the Grimsby Museum for Canada Day celebrations as we celebrate Canada's 158th birthday with this annual one-day festival. Face painting, bounce castles, Museum exhibitions, photo booth, DJ and other entertainment. BBQ provided by Grimsby Lion’s Club 

Lincoln’s Canada Day

Charles Daley Park 1969 North Service Rd, Jordan, ON, Canada

Join us for a family friendly celebration including activities, entertainment, food vendors and an amazing fireworks show! RAIN or SHINE! SHUTTLE available between Town Hall to Charles Daley Park from 1 - 11 p.m.  Family Activities 1:30 - 7 p.m. Button making, face-painting, Canada Day Bracelet Making, bubble station, Lincoln Fire Rescue, Lincoln Museum & […]

Canada Day Military Tattoo

Dundurn National Historic Site 610 York Boulevard, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Join us for a spectacular evening of fun and music on July 1! This family-friendly event features a lively performance by the Regimental Band of the Royal Hamilton Light Infantry, the Argyll & Sutherland Highlanders of Canada Pipes & Drums, and the talented Argyllshire Dancers. Bring your lawn chair and settle in for an unforgettable […]

Oakville’s Canada Day Celebrations

Bronte Heritage Waterfront Park 2340 Ontario Street, Oakville, Ontario, Canada

This family-friendly birthday bash will feature: a variety of cultural activities, including arts and crafts interactive sports try-its food and beverage services, and busking-style performances. The evening will also include: community performances welcome speeches professional entertainers, and a fireworks display to end the evening.

Discovery at the Fishway

Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, Canada

Watch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short walk from Princess Point accessed along the Desjardins Trail. Operation lasts around 30 minutes. The Fishway will be open Monday - Friday at 2:30pm during March […]

Event Series Family Dance Party

Family Dance Party

HPL - selected branches

Music, movement and more. Friday, June 06: 3:00pm - 3:30pm Waterdown Wednesday, July 02: 10:00am - 10:30am Waterdown Tuesday, July 15: 11:00am - 12:00pm Kenilworth Monday, July 21: 10:00am - 10:30am Valley Park Saturday, August 09: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Central

Crash Rhythm Drumming Workshop

HPL - Stoney Creek Branch 777 Highway 8, Stoney Creek, Ontario, Canada

Learn about drumming with musicians from Crash Rhythm Drumming. Join drummers from Crash Rhythm in this engaging workshop full of loud, percussive fun. Try bucket drumming and write a song to play together. Presented by Crash Rhythm Drumming.

Event Series Kids’ Book Swap

Kids’ Book Swap

HPL - selected branches

Bring your new or gently used children’s books to swap with others. Friday, June 27: 10:00am - 11:00am Saltfleet Wednesday, July 02: 1:00pm - 2:00pm Kenilworth Friday, July 04: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Turner Park Saturday, July 19: 11:00am - 1:00pm Barton Tuesday, August 05: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Mount Hope Tuesday, August 12: 1:00pm - 2:00pm […]

Mime Performance at HPL

HPL - Terryberry Branch 100 Mohawk Road West, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Professional mime Trevor Copp performs the Carnival of the Animals. Trevor Copp physically interprets the animals in French composer Camille Saint-Saens' humourous musical, the Carnival of Animals. The music is often used to introduce kids to the world of Classical Western music. Trevor is the founder and artistic director of the Tottering Biped Theatre Theatre Company. […]

Discovery at the Fishway

Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, Canada

Watch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short walk from Princess Point accessed along the Desjardins Trail. Operation lasts around 30 minutes. The Fishway will be open Monday - Friday at 2:30pm during March […]

The Amazing Race, Library Edition

HPL - selected branches

Get your passport ready to play the library version of the Amazing Race. Registration required - check the website for details. Thursday, July 03: 10:00am - 11:00am Waterdown Thursday, July 17: 10:00am - 11:00am Binbrook Monday, July 21: 11:00am - 12:00pm Westdale Wednesday, July 23: 2:30pm - 3:30pm Terryberry Saturday, July 26: 1:00pm - 2:00pm […]

Event Series Grimsby Music in the Park

Grimsby Music in the Park

Coronation Park - Grimsby 77 Main St W, Grimsby, Ontario, Canada

Grab your lawn chair or bring your dancing shoes and join us Thursday nights in July from 7 - 9 pm following the Grimsby Farmer's Market in Coronation Park for live music!    Band information coming soon!    JULY 3 JULY 10  JULY 17 JULY 24 JULY 31

Discovery at the Fishway

Princess Point Canoe Launch Hamilton, ON, Canada

Watch RBG ecologists at work as they assist migrating fish to their spawning grounds in Cootes Paradise Marsh! The Fishway is located at the outlet of Cootes Paradise Marsh, a short walk from Princess Point accessed along the Desjardins Trail. Operation lasts around 30 minutes. The Fishway will be open Monday - Friday at 2:30pm during March […]