Free Classes

Join us for a delightful and interactive Mandarin storytime! Each month, we carefully select picture books in Mandarin inspired by the seasons and cultural festivities. It is a free Markham Public Library program at Thornhill Comm. Ctr. Branch, on Sunday, December 13, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 4:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. It is a free Markham Public Library program at Milliken Mills Branch, every Monday from December 7 to December 14, 2026, 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM.

Enjoy a warm and welcoming social gathering for older adults where you can connect with others over tea and murukku while playing card games, Ludo, carrom, and other recreational activities. It is a free Markham Public Library program at Aaniin Branch, on Monday, December 14, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

EarlyON Child and Family Centres (familydaycare.com) It is a free Markham Public Library program at Unionville Branch, every Thursday from December 3 to December 17, 2026, 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Come and join the Cornell Library Community Social! Connect with your community through engaging and interactive conversation, from sharing garden stories and exploring Markham's parks and trails, to swapping staycation ideas and rediscovering the joy of the Holidays. It is a free Markham Public Library program at Cornell Branch, on Thursday, December 10, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Drop in, no registration needed.

It is a free Markham Public Library program at Unionville Branch, every Thursday from December 3 to December 17, 2026, 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Want to connect with others over the love of reading? Join our book club to discuss Karen Hao`s Empire of AI: Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman's OpenAI. It is a free Markham Public Library program at Markham Village Branch, on Thursday, December 10, 2026, from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Celebrate the joy of the holidays together! Share and discover multicultural traditions, blend old and new customs, and build community connections. It is a free Markham Public Library program at Milliken Mills Branch, on Saturday, December 12, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Does your child have some experience playing chess and would like to learn more strategies to improve their game? Children ages 7-11 years are invited to join us at the sessions listed below. It is a free Markham Public Library program at Markham Village Branch, on Saturday, December 12, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM.

Are you interested in creating 3D objects? Participants must bring their own laptop and mouse. It is a free Markham Public Library program at Angus Glen Branch, on Saturday, December 12, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Learning Outcomes: Participants will practice English in everyday contexts. Learn about local resources, community activities, and practical skills to support daily life in Canada. It is a free Markham Public Library program at Aaniin Branch, on Friday, December 4, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:15 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Join k2i academy within the Lassonde School of Engineering at York University for our STEM community program designed for youth in Grades 4 6 . It is a free Markham Public Library program at Thornhill Village Branch, on Saturday, December 5, 2026, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM.