Free Classes

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. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Westdale Branch, every Monday from December 14 to December 28, 2026, 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

This week, the Peter Banting Swingtet performs live at the Valley Park Branch performing popular music to celebrate the holidays. This eight-piece band has been playing Broadway tunes and big band music for 27 years in Hamilton and area. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Valley Park Branch, on Monday, December 14, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Wear your cozy pyjamas to Family Storytime. Discover stories, rhymes, music, finger plays and flannel boards at this interactive program. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Waterdown Branch, on Monday, December 14, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 7:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Fuel your little one's creative side by exploring a variety of art materials. Supplies provided. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Kenilworth Branch, on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Drop in, no registration needed.

A drop-in program where participants participate in Science, Tech, Engineering, Art and Math activities. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Valley Park Branch, on Dec 14, Dec 16, 2026. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Learn the basics of the Cricut Design Space software to help you get started creating personalized projects on the Cricut ExploreAir 2. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Turner Park Branch, on Monday, December 14, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Learn to relax through breathing exercises and flowing movements to help release your tension and stress. Presented by the Alzheimer Society . It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Saltfleet Branch, on Monday, December 14, 2026, from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Join us for some laughs and connect with others age 55 and older as Hamilton Public Library Staff host games and light trivia. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Saltfleet Branch, on Monday, December 14, 2026, from 1:30 PM to 3:00 PM.

The Red Hill Book Club meets on the second Monday of each month at the Red Hill Branch . 695 Queenston Rd. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Red Hill Branch, on Monday, December 14, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Craft while connecting with other 2SLGBTQ+ parents in a supportive and welcoming environment. Share experiences and build community. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Kenilworth Branch, on Saturday, December 12, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

If you have completed all your jigsaw puzzles, come to the puzzle swap and trade for a new-to-you puzzle. Please arrive on time to participate. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Concession Branch, on Saturday, December 12, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. The Kenilworth Non-Fiction Book Club meets on one Saturday each month at the Kenilworth Branch , 103 Kenilworth Ave., N. The December title is Vanished Beyond the Map by Adam Shoalts. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Kenilworth Branch, on Saturday, December 12, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.