Free Classes

The Tween Book Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the Terryberry Branch . The November book is The Lost Library by Rebecca Stead. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Terryberry Branch, on Tuesday, November 17, 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 Barton Branch, on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 3:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Share, collaborate and discuss with others who share an interest in zines. Bring your writing materials and explore the art of creating a self-published magaZINE. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Parkdale Branch, on Tuesday, November 17, 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. An introduction to the basics of Microsoft Word. Ideal for new computer users. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Hamilton Central Library, on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM.

Important: free, but you need to register online for free first. Join an HPL Staff-led craft hour and learn to make a fun tree out of yarn to celebrate the season. Supplies provided. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Terryberry Branch, on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM.

Whether you're new to technology or just want to understand the buzz around AI, we'll explain the core ideas in a clear and engaging way. No technical background needed. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Dundas Branch, on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

Learn how to thread a sewing machine safely, wind a bobbin, sew a straight line and back-stitch to lock in a seam. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Concession Branch, on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

It is a free Surrey Libraries program at Fleetwood Branch, on Monday, November 30, 2026, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Some programs need free registration: check the library page.

It is a free Surrey Libraries program at Cloverdale Branch, on Monday, November 30, 2026, from 3:15 PM to 4:15 PM. Some programs need free registration: check the library page.

The Carlisle Book Club meets on the third Tuesday of each month at the Carlisle Branch , 277 Carlisle Rd, Carlisle. The November book title is The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Carlisle Branch, on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.

It is a free Surrey Libraries program at Clayton Branch, on Monday, November 30, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Some programs need free registration: check the library page.

Adults with disabilities and their aids are welcome to join us at a branch to meet, socialize and create each week. Colouring pages, puzzles, games and crafts are provided. It is a free Hamilton Public Library program at Red Hill Branch, on Tuesday, November 17, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM. Drop in, no registration needed.