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Whether coaxing your kids to sleep at night or pitching an idea at work, it pays to be a persuasive and engaging storyteller. Come join a supportive and interactive workshop with the Brant Story Time Entertainers!  Registration opens August 15.

September 12 - Painting Birch Trees: Learn a no-brush watercolour technique. Registration opens August 15

October 17 - Squeegee Painting: Experiment with acrylics and unusual tools. Registration opens September 12                       

November 20 - Autumn Leaf Bowl: Create a decorative bowl out of leaves. Registration opens October 16

December 4 - Mason Jar Candle Holder: Create a sparking centrepiece for winter! Registration opens November 13  

Separate registration is required for each program.

Join us in observing the Trans Day of Remembrance at the Main Library. We will hear short remarks by community members by the Trans Day of Remembrance Tree, a piece that will be displayed at the Brantford Public Library.

This program is preceeded by the Trans Flag raising at Harmony Square (4:00 p.m.), and will be followed by a procession to the Laurier Students' Union Building for further programming. It is delivered in partnership with Brantford Pride, The Bridge, Grand River Community Health Centre, Gender Journey Brant, City of Brantford, and Laurier Brantford.

No registration is required.

 

 

A Service Canada Outreach Specialist can answer questions, help you understand and access Government of Canada programs and benefits available to you. Get one-on-one access to information about Social Insurance Numbers (SIN), Employment Insurance (EI), Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Canada Pension Disability Plan (CPP-D), Old Age Security (OAS) and Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) and Passport Canada programs.  

Preschoolers can get creative with stories, songs and a craft! Ages 0 - 6.

Come join EarlyON facilitators for a free play and inquiry-based drop-in program. Open to children up to age six, with their caregivers.

September 10 - Painting Birch Trees: Learn a no-brush watercolour technique. Registration begins August 15.

October 16 - Squeegee Painting: Experiment with acrylics and unusual tools. Registration begins September 11.

November 21 - Autumn Leaf Bowl: Create a decorative bowl out of leaves. Registration begins October 16.

December 5 - Mason Jar Candle Holder: Create a sparking centrepiece for winter! Registration begins November 13.  

Separate registration is required for each program.

Drop in for snacks and DIY activities of your choice.

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.