[First Name], here's what's happening at MPL in April!

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Hi [First Name], here's what's happening at Milton Public Library this month:

We are looking ahead to the start of the 2026 season for our Medicine Learning Garden, launching May 9. This special space continues to offer meaningful opportunities for learning and connection, and we are pleased to welcome back Nadette Brady to mentor teen volunteers through hands-on gardening experiences.

On April 24, we are partnering with the Town of Milton Youth Task Force to host a full-day hackathon for teens, encouraging creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving.

We are also launching a children’s art contest in partnership with SAMM, celebrating young artists in our community.

Our new Pollinator Citizen Science Kits are now available at all branches, offering a fun and engaging way for families to explore nature. In addition, a new external book drop at the Main Library makes returns more efficient and convenient.

Finally, please note all locations will be closed April 3, 5, and 6.

Sarah Douglas-Murray
CEO, Milton Public Library

Join us for Milton TeaFest!

May 2, 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

Sherwood Community Centre

Tea lovers of all levels, from curious beginners to seasoned aficionados, are invited to celebrate all things tea at Tea Fest. Sip and explore 30+ vendors, enjoy live demos and workshops, and discover the rich culture of tea while connecting with fellow enthusiasts.

Learn more!

New on PressReader: The New York Times & The Economist

Milton Public Library patrons can now read The New York Times and The Economist through PressReader, free with your library card.

PressReader provides access to thousands of newspapers and magazines from around the world.

Learn more!

An Evening with Adam Shoalts

An Evening with Adam Shoalts

April 15, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Aspire Climbing Milton

Join Adam Shoalts for an evening exploring his latest book, Vanished Beyond the Map: The Mystery of Lost Explorer Hubert Darrell, at Aspire Climbing Milton with supervised climbing for kids while parents enjoy the talk.

Learn more!

Baby Bees Welcome Event

Start your baby’s reading journey with resources, support, and community.

Friday, April 24, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Main Library

Join us for the Baby Bee’s Welcome Event, designed to introduce expecting and new parents and caregivers to the library’s early literacy resources and programs for growing families.

Learn more!

Click Here For All Children Programming (Ages 0 - 12) →

Milton Kids' Art Celebration – Call for Young Artists!

Deadline until Thursday, April 30, 2026

Young artists of Milton are invited to showcase their creativity at the Milton Kids’ Art Celebration, happening this May at Sherwood Branch! This community program is presented in partnership with SAMM (South Asian Mommies of Milton) and is open to all children living in Milton, Ontario.

Wildflower Seedball Workshop

April 4, 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM

Sherwood Branch

Get hands-on with nature and create your own wildflower seed bombs using clay! Learn about honey bees, support pollinators, and get excited for spring in this fun, interactive workshop!

Character Builders!: Drawing Unique and Expressive Characters with Nadia Alam

April 26, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Beaty Branch

We're hosting children's book Illustrator Nadia Alam for Canadian Children's Book Week!
In this interactive workshop, Nadia will provide a behind the scenes of tour of how a picture book is created, focusing on the process of character development

Read, Plant, Grow!

April 21

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Main Library

Around the World in 52 Cards

April 24
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Main Library

Click Here For All For Tweens and Teens Programming (Ages 13 - 17) →

True Crime Teens: Current Events Podcast Club

April 1, 8, 29, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Main Library

Participants will build critical thinking and awareness of global issues through podcasts, discussions, and advocacy, becoming informed and active citizens. High school students can also earn volunteer hours.

Magic in the Modern World: Urban Fantasy Writing Workshop

April 11, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Main Library

Join us as we take a magical journey through the pages of your imagination and write short stories while creating believable characters, unique settings and fascinating plots. Celebrate the upcoming Canadian Children's Book Week (April 26-May 2) by writing your own masterpiece!

Make a Forever Plant

April 22, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Sherwood Branch

Do you like to surround yourself with plants, but have trouble keeping them alive? For Earth Day, we’re going to make Forever Plants out of beads and wire.

Make a Mini Library

April 23

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Main Library

NextWis Artificial Intelligence and Digital Skills

April 25
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Beaty Branch

Click Here For All Adults and Seniors Programming (Ages 18+) →

Assistive Rubik's Cubes

April 4, 11, 25, 3:45 PM - 4:45 PM

Sherwood Branch

Learn to solve a Rubik’s Cube, even blindfolded, using tactile cubes designed for all abilities and ages. Start with the basics, then progress to solving with your eyes closed. Open to beginners and experienced solvers alike.

Participants may also have the opportunity to join a Guinness World Record event in July for the largest group solving cubes blindfolded.

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Milton Uncovered - Halton County and the Temperance Movement

April 12, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Orange Snail Brewers: 32 Steeles Ave E #1, Milton, ON L9T 5A1

Explore Halton’s role in the Temperance Movement and the origins of today’s liquor laws in this engaging talk, hosted at Orange Snail Brewers.

Part of the Milton Uncovered series, join local historian John McDonald to discover the stories, places, and moments that shaped Milton’s past.

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Bollywood Trivia

April 8, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Beaty Branch

Test your knowledge of scenes, plot lines, movie stars, iconic roles, and debut Bollywood films. Bring your family and friends to test your knowledge and have some fun with Bollywood Trivia!