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Events

Programs & Events

From storytimes and hands-on @home fun for the little ones to books clubs, engaging talks and informative workshops, trivia games & lots more.

Online programs are FREE. Some events are 'available anytime,' others are presented 'live' and require registration.

Click here for our calendar, or find more information about our programs below.

Arts & Literary

Burlington Reads at Home

Reading Blaze Island by Catherine Bush, with discussion guide and author event.

Seedy Histories | Watch anytime

A historical talk by Erin Aults, Librarian & Archives Specialist at Royal Botanical Gardens

Titles Book Clubs | Aug 25 & 26

Expect lively discussions! In Aug, we're reading Such a Fun Age.

Meet Jennifer Turliuk | Watch anytime

Our recorded talk with the author of How to Figure Out What to Do With Your Life.

Burlington Heritage Week | Aug 2 - 8

It's a week-long celebration of Burlington, including virtual tours and presentations.

Meet Mark Leslie | Tue Aug 31

A self-confessed book nerd, Mark Leslie (Lefebvre) shares his remarkable journey.

Lifestyle & Education

The Rouge | Tue Aug 17

Learn about Canada's First Urban Park. Presented by Parks Canada.

Interview Skills | Wed Aug 11

Get the competitive edge with help from employment experts.

Health & Wellbeing

Virtual programs to help you embrace self-care and learn more about your health.

75 Ways to Save on Household Expenses

Keep more money in your pocket with tips from the Credit Counselling Society.

Kids & Teens

Summer Reading Club | Jul-Aug

BPL invites readers of all ages to escape into reading. Register now!

Literacy Tips to Grow Little Readers

Join BPL's Katelyn for tips, activities, & more. A new video every other Tuesday.

Coding Programs

Learn coding basics or expand your skills. Ages 9-12.

Kahoot! Family Trivia | Mon Aug 9

Take the ultimate trivia challenge! All ages welcome.

Virtual Puppet Shows | Watch anytime

Join BPL Librarians for a fun filled Puppet Show. A new video first Saturday of the month.

Virtual Family Storytimes | Watch anytime

Books, songs and more! New videos every Tuesday.

Discover Birds | Watch anytime

Learn about the joy of birdwatching in this family-friendly program.

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Together, We are Burlington

Share stories of what makes you proud to be Canadian and a Burlington resident.

What's Happening Online

Virtual readings, literary and art festivals, free online trainings and more.