Free Classes

Bring your imagination to the table and make a cool creation to take home. Supplies provided. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Greensville Branch, every Monday from December 7 to December 14, 2026, 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Use your imagination and discover what you can create with our Science, Technology, Reading, Engineering, Arts and Math (STREAM) kits and educational toys. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Locke Branch, every Monday from December 7 to December 21, 2026, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Learn to make a unique craft and explore a variety of art techniques. Supplies provided. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Westdale Branch, on Monday, December 7, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. After watching a Staff demonstration, set to work on making your craft using HPL's Makerspace. Learn how to make customizable holiday cards using a Cricut Explore Air 2. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Red Hill Branch, on Monday, December 7, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. For children currently in grades 1-6. Meet with teen volunteer Reading Buddies for support and help with reading through game-playing and fun activities. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Saltfleet Branch, every Monday from December 7 to December 14, 2026, 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. For children currently in grades 1-6. Meet with teen volunteer Reading Buddies for support and help with reading through game-playing and fun activities. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Hamilton Central Library, on Monday, December 7, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM.

Join us for writing activities, encouragement, conversation, contests, participation, instruction, empowerment and ideas for where to submit your writing. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Kenilworth Branch, on Monday, December 7, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

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 Kenilworth Branch, on Monday, December 7, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

For children currently in grades 1-6. Meet with teen volunteer Reading Buddies for support and help with reading through game-playing and fun activities. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Waterdown Branch, on Monday, December 7, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. A certified Infant Massage Instructor teaches parents and caregivers the benefits of massage for their infants and how to do it. The five-week program provides a warm, nurturing, bonding experience through touch. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Concession Branch, every Monday from December 7 to December 21, 2026, 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM.

Hamilton Public Library has knitting and crochet programs for all ages and skill levels. Drop in with your current project and materials. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Sherwood Branch, every Monday from December 7 to December 21, 2026, 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Play with different musical instruments and shakers and learn new songs to sing at home with your baby or toddler. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Westdale Branch, every Monday from December 7 to December 21, 2026, 2:00 PM to 2:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.