Mark Tadeson, Councillor, Ward 11
@marktadeson.bsky.social
My Heart and Home is in Glanbrook. Retired Principal with lifelong passion for building community. Councillor Ward 11, Glanbrook in #HamOnt. Here to support you!
Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
This year’s theme, “Fostering disability-inclusive societies,” reminds us that accessibility isn’t optional.
1 in 4 Ontarians lives with a disability.
Hamilton is stronger when everyone can participate fully.
This year’s theme, “Fostering disability-inclusive societies,” reminds us that accessibility isn’t optional.
1 in 4 Ontarians lives with a disability.
Hamilton is stronger when everyone can participate fully.
December 3, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Today is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities.
This year’s theme, “Fostering disability-inclusive societies,” reminds us that accessibility isn’t optional.
1 in 4 Ontarians lives with a disability.
Hamilton is stronger when everyone can participate fully.
This year’s theme, “Fostering disability-inclusive societies,” reminds us that accessibility isn’t optional.
1 in 4 Ontarians lives with a disability.
Hamilton is stronger when everyone can participate fully.
📬 Ward 11 December newsletter: winter events, local news & holiday happenings!
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#HamOnt #Ward11
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#HamOnt #Ward11
Ward 11 December Update – Winter Events, Local News & Holiday Happenings
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December 1, 2025 at 7:55 PM
📬 Ward 11 December newsletter: winter events, local news & holiday happenings!
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#HamOnt #Ward11
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#HamOnt #Ward11
🚧 ROAD WORK: White Church Rd & Hampton Brook Way
TUES DEC 2: White Church Rd FULL CLOSURE (Upper James to Hampton Brook) - no vehicle/pedestrian access, detours in place
WED DEC 3: Asphalt work on both roads - lane reductions, access maintained
TUES DEC 2: White Church Rd FULL CLOSURE (Upper James to Hampton Brook) - no vehicle/pedestrian access, detours in place
WED DEC 3: Asphalt work on both roads - lane reductions, access maintained
December 1, 2025 at 4:13 PM
🚧 ROAD WORK: White Church Rd & Hampton Brook Way
TUES DEC 2: White Church Rd FULL CLOSURE (Upper James to Hampton Brook) - no vehicle/pedestrian access, detours in place
WED DEC 3: Asphalt work on both roads - lane reductions, access maintained
TUES DEC 2: White Church Rd FULL CLOSURE (Upper James to Hampton Brook) - no vehicle/pedestrian access, detours in place
WED DEC 3: Asphalt work on both roads - lane reductions, access maintained
🎄 Early Holiday weekend in Ward 11!
Sunday Nov 30:
🌟 Mount Hope Tree Lighting 3:30-5pm (9026 Airport Rd W)
🔥 BAS Christmas Bazaar & Tree Lighting 4pm (2600 Regional Rd 56)
Two great events to kick off the season! Hope to see you at one of these community celebrations ✨
#Ward11 #HamOnt
Sunday Nov 30:
🌟 Mount Hope Tree Lighting 3:30-5pm (9026 Airport Rd W)
🔥 BAS Christmas Bazaar & Tree Lighting 4pm (2600 Regional Rd 56)
Two great events to kick off the season! Hope to see you at one of these community celebrations ✨
#Ward11 #HamOnt
November 29, 2025 at 2:41 AM
📢 PUBLIC MEETING Dec 2, 9:30am: Mixed-use development proposed for 2640-2654 Binbrook Rd - 33 residential units + 5 commercial units.
Submit comments by Dec 1 noon to [email protected]
Staff report available Nov 26: hamilton.ca/MeetingAgendas
File: ZAC-22-055 #Ward11
Submit comments by Dec 1 noon to [email protected]
Staff report available Nov 26: hamilton.ca/MeetingAgendas
File: ZAC-22-055 #Ward11
November 29, 2025 at 2:08 AM
📢 PUBLIC MEETING Dec 2, 9:30am: Mixed-use development proposed for 2640-2654 Binbrook Rd - 33 residential units + 5 commercial units.
Submit comments by Dec 1 noon to [email protected]
Staff report available Nov 26: hamilton.ca/MeetingAgendas
File: ZAC-22-055 #Ward11
Submit comments by Dec 1 noon to [email protected]
Staff report available Nov 26: hamilton.ca/MeetingAgendas
File: ZAC-22-055 #Ward11
Snow’s been falling all morning. Crews cleared P1 routes overnight and are now into residential streets + sidewalks in coverage areas. Please clear your sidewalk within 24 hrs and keep bins on the curb.
Track plows: hamilton.ca/plowtracker
Read more: www.marktadeson.ca/post/keeping...
Track plows: hamilton.ca/plowtracker
Read more: www.marktadeson.ca/post/keeping...
Snow Clearing | City of Hamilton
hamilton.ca
November 28, 2025 at 4:19 PM
Snow’s been falling all morning. Crews cleared P1 routes overnight and are now into residential streets + sidewalks in coverage areas. Please clear your sidewalk within 24 hrs and keep bins on the curb.
Track plows: hamilton.ca/plowtracker
Read more: www.marktadeson.ca/post/keeping...
Track plows: hamilton.ca/plowtracker
Read more: www.marktadeson.ca/post/keeping...
TONIGHT: Binbrook Rd/Trinity Church Rd/White Church Rd intersection improvements PIC
Drop in 6–8 p.m.
Glanbrook Arena
Learn about options: roundabout, signals & realignment.
Info: hamilton.ca/binbrook-intersection-improvements
Get our Newsletter and never miss a notice:
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Drop in 6–8 p.m.
Glanbrook Arena
Learn about options: roundabout, signals & realignment.
Info: hamilton.ca/binbrook-intersection-improvements
Get our Newsletter and never miss a notice:
mailchi.mp/hami.../sign...
www.hamilton.ca
November 18, 2025 at 8:08 PM
TONIGHT: Binbrook Rd/Trinity Church Rd/White Church Rd intersection improvements PIC
Drop in 6–8 p.m.
Glanbrook Arena
Learn about options: roundabout, signals & realignment.
Info: hamilton.ca/binbrook-intersection-improvements
Get our Newsletter and never miss a notice:
mailchi.mp/hami.../sign...
Drop in 6–8 p.m.
Glanbrook Arena
Learn about options: roundabout, signals & realignment.
Info: hamilton.ca/binbrook-intersection-improvements
Get our Newsletter and never miss a notice:
mailchi.mp/hami.../sign...
🚧 Traffic Alert – Whitechurch Rd E 🚧
Roadside ditching between Nebo & Miles from Nov 6–10, 7AM–5PM (weekdays).
Two-way traffic with flagging—expect brief delays. Thanks for driving safe!
Roadside ditching between Nebo & Miles from Nov 6–10, 7AM–5PM (weekdays).
Two-way traffic with flagging—expect brief delays. Thanks for driving safe!
November 5, 2025 at 5:32 PM
🚧 Traffic Alert – Whitechurch Rd E 🚧
Roadside ditching between Nebo & Miles from Nov 6–10, 7AM–5PM (weekdays).
Two-way traffic with flagging—expect brief delays. Thanks for driving safe!
Roadside ditching between Nebo & Miles from Nov 6–10, 7AM–5PM (weekdays).
Two-way traffic with flagging—expect brief delays. Thanks for driving safe!
Reposted by Mark Tadeson, Councillor, Ward 11
All Access. No Cost!
For @mcmasteruniversity.bsky.social @mohawk-college.bsky.social and Redeemer University students, Staff, and Faculty, whether you're studying online, on campus, or around #HamOnt, getting an HPL #librarycard is easy.
www.hpl.ca/mcmaster
www.hpl.ca/mohawk
www.hpl.ca/redeemer
For @mcmasteruniversity.bsky.social @mohawk-college.bsky.social and Redeemer University students, Staff, and Faculty, whether you're studying online, on campus, or around #HamOnt, getting an HPL #librarycard is easy.
www.hpl.ca/mcmaster
www.hpl.ca/mohawk
www.hpl.ca/redeemer
September 25, 2025 at 5:05 PM
All Access. No Cost!
For @mcmasteruniversity.bsky.social @mohawk-college.bsky.social and Redeemer University students, Staff, and Faculty, whether you're studying online, on campus, or around #HamOnt, getting an HPL #librarycard is easy.
www.hpl.ca/mcmaster
www.hpl.ca/mohawk
www.hpl.ca/redeemer
For @mcmasteruniversity.bsky.social @mohawk-college.bsky.social and Redeemer University students, Staff, and Faculty, whether you're studying online, on campus, or around #HamOnt, getting an HPL #librarycard is easy.
www.hpl.ca/mcmaster
www.hpl.ca/mohawk
www.hpl.ca/redeemer
🏘️ MOUNT HOPE HPL COMMUNITY MEETING
📅 TODAY - Wed Sep 24, 6-8PM
📍 Mt Hope Comm. Hall - 3027 Homestead Dr
See the plans. Have your say. Ask questions.
HPL staff and Councillor Tadeson will be there to listen and answer your questions.
#HamOnt #Ward11 #MountHope
📅 TODAY - Wed Sep 24, 6-8PM
📍 Mt Hope Comm. Hall - 3027 Homestead Dr
See the plans. Have your say. Ask questions.
HPL staff and Councillor Tadeson will be there to listen and answer your questions.
#HamOnt #Ward11 #MountHope
September 24, 2025 at 6:50 PM
🏘️ MOUNT HOPE HPL COMMUNITY MEETING
📅 TODAY - Wed Sep 24, 6-8PM
📍 Mt Hope Comm. Hall - 3027 Homestead Dr
See the plans. Have your say. Ask questions.
HPL staff and Councillor Tadeson will be there to listen and answer your questions.
#HamOnt #Ward11 #MountHope
📅 TODAY - Wed Sep 24, 6-8PM
📍 Mt Hope Comm. Hall - 3027 Homestead Dr
See the plans. Have your say. Ask questions.
HPL staff and Councillor Tadeson will be there to listen and answer your questions.
#HamOnt #Ward11 #MountHope
🏛️ TOMORROW NIGHT:
Have your say on Hamilton's 2026 Budget!
Join Mayor Horwath and City staff at the Binbrook Agricultural Society (Building 3, 2600 Hwy 56) from 6-7:30 PM.
I hope to see you there - please attend and share your priorities for the 2026 Budget.
#ward11 #Budget2026 #CommunityInput
Have your say on Hamilton's 2026 Budget!
Join Mayor Horwath and City staff at the Binbrook Agricultural Society (Building 3, 2600 Hwy 56) from 6-7:30 PM.
I hope to see you there - please attend and share your priorities for the 2026 Budget.
#ward11 #Budget2026 #CommunityInput
September 22, 2025 at 3:24 PM
🏛️ TOMORROW NIGHT:
Have your say on Hamilton's 2026 Budget!
Join Mayor Horwath and City staff at the Binbrook Agricultural Society (Building 3, 2600 Hwy 56) from 6-7:30 PM.
I hope to see you there - please attend and share your priorities for the 2026 Budget.
#ward11 #Budget2026 #CommunityInput
Have your say on Hamilton's 2026 Budget!
Join Mayor Horwath and City staff at the Binbrook Agricultural Society (Building 3, 2600 Hwy 56) from 6-7:30 PM.
I hope to see you there - please attend and share your priorities for the 2026 Budget.
#ward11 #Budget2026 #CommunityInput
🏒 Laverne Gaddye Night: Glanbrook Rangers 50th Season Home Opener! We face the Streetsville Derbys as we honour Vern Gaddye - beloved exec & community pillar. The mezzanine is now the Laverne Gaddye Mezzanine. Puck drops Wed Sept 17, 7:30 PM. Fill the stands, Glanbrook!
September 17, 2025 at 3:19 PM
🏒 Laverne Gaddye Night: Glanbrook Rangers 50th Season Home Opener! We face the Streetsville Derbys as we honour Vern Gaddye - beloved exec & community pillar. The mezzanine is now the Laverne Gaddye Mezzanine. Puck drops Wed Sept 17, 7:30 PM. Fill the stands, Glanbrook!
TOMORROW! Hope to see you there!
Mark in the Park – Evening Edition returns! 🌳
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 15 – Southhampton Park (5–7)
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. marktadeson.ca #Ward11
Mark in the Park – Evening Edition returns! 🌳
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 15 – Southhampton Park (5–7)
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. marktadeson.ca #Ward11
July 29, 2025 at 4:12 PM
TOMORROW! Hope to see you there!
Mark in the Park – Evening Edition returns! 🌳
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 15 – Southhampton Park (5–7)
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. marktadeson.ca #Ward11
Mark in the Park – Evening Edition returns! 🌳
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 15 – Southhampton Park (5–7)
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. marktadeson.ca #Ward11
REMINDER: Annual summer maintenance on stormwater pond at Bradley Ave/Magnificent Way Aug 1-Oct 31. Dredging work keeps flood protection working. Trail closure, truck staging, possible weekday noise 7-7. 125 residents are getting letters. Questions? Call us. #Ward11
July 29, 2025 at 1:16 PM
REMINDER: Annual summer maintenance on stormwater pond at Bradley Ave/Magnificent Way Aug 1-Oct 31. Dredging work keeps flood protection working. Trail closure, truck staging, possible weekday noise 7-7. 125 residents are getting letters. Questions? Call us. #Ward11
TODAY! Hope to see you there!
Mark in the Park – Evening Edition returns! 🌳
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. https://marktadeson.ca #Ward11
Mark in the Park – Evening Edition returns! 🌳
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. https://marktadeson.ca #Ward11
July 22, 2025 at 2:44 PM
TODAY! Hope to see you there!
Mark in the Park – Evening Edition returns! 🌳
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. https://marktadeson.ca #Ward11
Mark in the Park – Evening Edition returns! 🌳
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. https://marktadeson.ca #Ward11
Annual summer maintenance on stormwater pond at Bradley Ave/Magnificent Way Aug 1-Oct 31. Dredging work keeps flood protection working. Trail closure, truck staging, possible weekday noise 7-7. 125 residents are getting letters. Questions? Call us. #Ward11
July 18, 2025 at 1:16 PM
Annual summer maintenance on stormwater pond at Bradley Ave/Magnificent Way Aug 1-Oct 31. Dredging work keeps flood protection working. Trail closure, truck staging, possible weekday noise 7-7. 125 residents are getting letters. Questions? Call us. #Ward11
🌡️ Extended heat warning!
FREE swimming at all City pools during heat warnings.
Supie programs: modified hours July 15 (10:30-1:30pm) , cancelled July 18 due to heat.
Most wading pools closed (except Dundas Driving Park).
Cool places: hamilton.ca/heat
#HamiltonON #BeatTheHeat
FREE swimming at all City pools during heat warnings.
Supie programs: modified hours July 15 (10:30-1:30pm) , cancelled July 18 due to heat.
Most wading pools closed (except Dundas Driving Park).
Cool places: hamilton.ca/heat
#HamiltonON #BeatTheHeat
Heat Warnings & Heat-Related Illness | City of Hamilton
The City of Hamilton’s Heat Warning and Information System (HWIS) includes seasonal monitoring and two levels of heat response: Heat Warning and Extended Heat Warning. Extreme heat puts everyone at risk of heat-related illnesses. People at increased risk include:
hamilton.ca
July 14, 2025 at 9:30 PM
🌡️ Extended heat warning!
FREE swimming at all City pools during heat warnings.
Supie programs: modified hours July 15 (10:30-1:30pm) , cancelled July 18 due to heat.
Most wading pools closed (except Dundas Driving Park).
Cool places: hamilton.ca/heat
#HamiltonON #BeatTheHeat
FREE swimming at all City pools during heat warnings.
Supie programs: modified hours July 15 (10:30-1:30pm) , cancelled July 18 due to heat.
Most wading pools closed (except Dundas Driving Park).
Cool places: hamilton.ca/heat
#HamiltonON #BeatTheHeat
Road Work Guyatt Road
Starting July 15th crews will be doing asphalt work on Guyatt Rd btw Fletcher Rd and RR 56. Work continues Wed. if needed.
Hours: 8AM to 4PM both days
Traffic: Two-way traffic stays open, expect minor delays
Weather: Work stops if conditions aren't right for proper asphalt
Starting July 15th crews will be doing asphalt work on Guyatt Rd btw Fletcher Rd and RR 56. Work continues Wed. if needed.
Hours: 8AM to 4PM both days
Traffic: Two-way traffic stays open, expect minor delays
Weather: Work stops if conditions aren't right for proper asphalt
July 14, 2025 at 8:00 PM
Road Work Guyatt Road
Starting July 15th crews will be doing asphalt work on Guyatt Rd btw Fletcher Rd and RR 56. Work continues Wed. if needed.
Hours: 8AM to 4PM both days
Traffic: Two-way traffic stays open, expect minor delays
Weather: Work stops if conditions aren't right for proper asphalt
Starting July 15th crews will be doing asphalt work on Guyatt Rd btw Fletcher Rd and RR 56. Work continues Wed. if needed.
Hours: 8AM to 4PM both days
Traffic: Two-way traffic stays open, expect minor delays
Weather: Work stops if conditions aren't right for proper asphalt
TOMORROW! Hope to see you there!
Mark in the Park – Evening Edition returns! 🌳
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 15 – Southhampton Park (5–7)
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. marktadeson.ca #Ward11
Mark in the Park – Evening Edition returns! 🌳
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 15 – Southhampton Park (5–7)
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. marktadeson.ca #Ward11
July 14, 2025 at 4:12 PM
TOMORROW! Hope to see you there!
Mark in the Park – Evening Edition returns! 🌳
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 15 – Southhampton Park (5–7)
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. marktadeson.ca #Ward11
Mark in the Park – Evening Edition returns! 🌳
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 15 – Southhampton Park (5–7)
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. marktadeson.ca #Ward11
🚨 TOMORROW! JULY 9: Join us for the 45th Annual Community Safety Night at Binbrook Fairgrounds! 6:30–9PM. Free entry, Free SWAG, safety demos, BBQ & more! #Ward11 #SafetyNight2025 #Binbrook #HamiltonEvents
July 8, 2025 at 1:10 PM
🚨 TOMORROW! JULY 9: Join us for the 45th Annual Community Safety Night at Binbrook Fairgrounds! 6:30–9PM. Free entry, Free SWAG, safety demos, BBQ & more! #Ward11 #SafetyNight2025 #Binbrook #HamiltonEvents
Mark in the Park – Evening Edition returns! 🌳
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 15 – Southhampton Park (5–7)
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. marktadeson.ca #Ward11
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 15 – Southhampton Park (5–7)
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. marktadeson.ca #Ward11
July 2, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Mark in the Park – Evening Edition returns! 🌳
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 15 – Southhampton Park (5–7)
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. marktadeson.ca #Ward11
Chat with Mark Tadeson:
🗓️ July 15 – Southhampton Park (5–7)
🗓️ July 22 – Glanbrook Centre (6–8)
🗓️ July 30 – Homebrook Park (6–8)
Let’s build community together. marktadeson.ca #Ward11
Binbrook had a Canada Day glow-up courtesy of Mark Tadeson's Ward 11 office!
Our new Canada flag banners are up (and looking sharp.) And Mount Hope - you are next - we're still working with Hydro One but we are moving forward.
Happy Canada Day weekend, Ward 11!
#Ward11 #CanadaDayGlowUp
Our new Canada flag banners are up (and looking sharp.) And Mount Hope - you are next - we're still working with Hydro One but we are moving forward.
Happy Canada Day weekend, Ward 11!
#Ward11 #CanadaDayGlowUp
June 27, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Binbrook had a Canada Day glow-up courtesy of Mark Tadeson's Ward 11 office!
Our new Canada flag banners are up (and looking sharp.) And Mount Hope - you are next - we're still working with Hydro One but we are moving forward.
Happy Canada Day weekend, Ward 11!
#Ward11 #CanadaDayGlowUp
Our new Canada flag banners are up (and looking sharp.) And Mount Hope - you are next - we're still working with Hydro One but we are moving forward.
Happy Canada Day weekend, Ward 11!
#Ward11 #CanadaDayGlowUp
🚨 SAVE THE DATE: July 9: Join us for the 45th Annual Community Safety Night at Binbrook Fairgrounds! 6:30–9PM. Free entry, Free SWAG, safety demos, BBQ & more! #Ward11 #SafetyNight2025 #Binbrook #HamiltonEvents
June 27, 2025 at 7:06 PM
🚨 SAVE THE DATE: July 9: Join us for the 45th Annual Community Safety Night at Binbrook Fairgrounds! 6:30–9PM. Free entry, Free SWAG, safety demos, BBQ & more! #Ward11 #SafetyNight2025 #Binbrook #HamiltonEvents
It's that time of year again: Summer Reading Club at HPL!
📚✈️ Travel the world through books with HPL’s Summer Reading Club! Join June 28–Sept 2. Fun activities, cool prizes & awesome events for all ages. Register online or at any branch: hpl.ca/src #HPLSRC #SummerReading #HamiltonReads
📚✈️ Travel the world through books with HPL’s Summer Reading Club! Join June 28–Sept 2. Fun activities, cool prizes & awesome events for all ages. Register online or at any branch: hpl.ca/src #HPLSRC #SummerReading #HamiltonReads
June 23, 2025 at 7:48 PM
It's that time of year again: Summer Reading Club at HPL!
📚✈️ Travel the world through books with HPL’s Summer Reading Club! Join June 28–Sept 2. Fun activities, cool prizes & awesome events for all ages. Register online or at any branch: hpl.ca/src #HPLSRC #SummerReading #HamiltonReads
📚✈️ Travel the world through books with HPL’s Summer Reading Club! Join June 28–Sept 2. Fun activities, cool prizes & awesome events for all ages. Register online or at any branch: hpl.ca/src #HPLSRC #SummerReading #HamiltonReads