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6:00 PM | 173 Colborne Street
In celebration of Black History Month, join us for an evening with award-winning author and musician Antonio Michael Downing (Saga Boy), as he shares insights from his life and his new book, Black Cherokee.
Downing’s work explores Black identity, belonging, and the transformative power of art.
Registration opens on January 2.
6:30 PM | 173 Colborne Street
Laurier Students for Literacy’s French Reading Club meets weekly on Thursdays from 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at the Main Branch. It is designed for children attending French Immersion schools in grades 2 - 8 to develop their French literacy skills.
For Winter 2026, we will divide the students into smaller groups based on proficiency level to better meet their learning needs. The winter program runs from January 29 to April 2. There is no program during Reading Week (February 16 - 20).
Registration opens January 2 at 8:00 a.m. To register, email lsflclub@gmail.com or visit their Facebook Page: Laurier Students for Literacy Brantford. Registration is run on a first-come, first-served basis.
10:00 AM | 173 Colborne Street
Our Book a Librarian program provides you with one hour of one-on-one help from Library staff. During this session, our staff can help you with:
- Using the Internet
- Using online databases
- Accessing our digital collection and online tools
- Searching and using our online catalogue
- Finding books
- Research tips Introduction to family history resources
One-on-one sessions will be held at our Main Branch. Note: Library staff is unable to assist with troubleshooting personal computers/laptops, installing software, typing documents and forms, and making online purchases.
The Library’s LinkedIn Learning service offers free online courses on a variety of tech topics, including iPhones, iPads, and Android phones and tablets. On our Research and Learning page, you can sign in for free with your library card and PIN.
10:30 AM | 173 Colborne Street
2:00 PM | 173 Colborne Street
An adult drop-in program designed to link people to community resources. Refreshments served.
10:00 AM | 173 Colborne Street
The Brantford Chess Club offers basic instructions and tips on how to improve your chess game during this drop-in event.
All ages welcome. This is a drop-in program.
10:00 AM | 173 Colborne Street
Our Book a Librarian program provides you with one hour of one-on-one help from Library staff. During this session, our staff can help you with:
- Using the Internet
- Using online databases
- Accessing our digital collection and online tools
- Searching and using our online catalogue
- Finding books
- Research tips Introduction to family history resources
One-on-one sessions will be held at our Main Branch. Note: Library staff is unable to assist with troubleshooting personal computers/laptops, installing software, typing documents and forms, and making online purchases.
The Library’s LinkedIn Learning service offers free online courses on a variety of tech topics, including iPhones, iPads, and Android phones and tablets. On our Research and Learning page, you can sign in for free with your library card and PIN.
10:00 AM | 173 Colborne Street
It's the Winter Olympics, and we are bringing the excitement to the Library! Cheer on Canada's athletes while you explore Olympic-themed activities and games for the whole family!
There will even be a special visit from Brantford's own Olympic athlete, Claire Scheffel, an artistic swimmer who competed in the Paris Olympics! Let's go, Canada!
All ages are welcome. This is a drop-in program.
9:30 AM | 173 Colborne Street
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