Free Classes

A friendly club for teens and adults who already knit or crochet fairly well; bring your current project. Thursday November 19, 2026, from 3 to 5 pm, led by Gabrielle. Free, registration required (opened November 5 at 10 am, places limited).

Bring your yarn and needles to share tips and learn from other knitters in a warm, relaxed atmosphere in Saint-Henri. Wednesday November 11, 2026, from 1:30 to 3:30 pm. Free, registration by phone at 514 872 2001 or at the library.

Apple's downtown store runs free Today at Apple sessions every day, such as Get Started with iPhone and Explore Apple Intelligence, with practical tips for everyday tasks. Sessions are held during store hours; book a time on Apple's site. Free; in Quebec participants must be at least 13.

Free daily Today at Apple sessions at the Carrefour Laval store, from getting started with iPhone to exploring Apple Intelligence. Sessions are held during store hours; reserve a spot online. Free; in Quebec participants must be at least 13.

A free hands on building workshop for children aged 6 to 12 with Rigamajig, a kit of big wooden pieces, nuts and bolts to build their own creations. Saturday November 21, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m. Free, with limited places: registration opens November 7 at 10 a.m. through the online form on the City page, with priority for Montreal library card holders. Questions: 514 872-1732.

A free visual arts workshop for adults at the Côte-des-Neiges library, trying different artistic techniques with mixed media. Sunday November 22, 2026, from 2 to 4 p.m. Free, but you need to register: call the library at 514 872-6603.

Three free creative writing workshops for adults: explore the steps of writing your own life story on old typewriters, and make a little personal book to keep or give away. Wednesdays November 11, 18 and 25, 2026, in the afternoon (2 to 4 p.m.; check the City page for each date). One registration covers all three, through the online form on the City page. Places are limited and registration opened October 28, so it may be full.

A free writing workshop for adults at the Côte-des-Neiges library: two writing periods, then an optional short reading aloud with friendly feedback. Beginners and experienced writers welcome. Wednesdays from 5 to 7 p.m. on November 11 and 25, and December 9 and 23, 2026. Free, but you need to register: call the library at 514 872-6603.

Montreal's public libraries run free activities for children every week: story times (including in other languages), LEGO clubs, video game and board game afternoons, comics and craft workshops. Some need registration. A library card is free for Montreal residents. See the city's events calendar for children to find what's on near you this week.