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The Brantford Public Library challenges you to read diverse books this fall!

Explore reading challenges to discover new characters, stories and authors.  Join the reading challenge at brantfordlibrary.readsquared.com or using our ReadSquared app. Track each challenge you complete and earn points towards a prize draw for completing challenges.

Need help finding books to read? We've created book bundles that are available at both our Main and St. Paul Branches.

We'll also post monthly videos from Canadian authors on our Brantford Reads Diverse webpage. In these videos, authors will read from their books, discuss their writing process, and recommend reads.

Kids, families and teens are welcome to join the challenge. The Reading Challenge runs from September 13 to November 30.

What are your stories?

Lifescapes is a memoir writing program for people with life experience, designed to help you think and write about the legacy you want to leave. We meet regularly throughout the fall, winter, and spring for writing guidance and support, then publish an annual anthology of short memoirs in the summer.

This fall we’ll meet virtually, using Zoom for presentations and group discussion, then transition back to meeting at the Main Library as it becomes safer (and in accordance with all relevant guidelines).

Contact Robin at rharding@brantfordlibrary.ca to register or for more information.

Check out the Lifescapes webpage for resources, past anthologies, and to stay current on program events.

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
• Family history research

One-on-one sessions will be held at our Main Branch.

Note:  Library staff are unable to assist with troubleshooting personal computers/laptops, installing software, typing documents and forms and online purchases.

Gender Journey Brant is a peer support group created to embrace transgender people through peer support in a welcoming space.

Meetings will be held at the Main Library. Registration is required and COVID guidelines will be in effect. Please direct registration and all questions to Caitlin at cfrancis@grchc.ca or (519)754-0777 ext. 252.

Proof of Vaccination Requirement

Provincial legislation requires all in-person program attendees ages 12-years and older to provide proof of vaccination and photo ID prior to participating in a live program.

Please have your proof of vaccination and ID ready prior to entering a library program or event.

If you do not have a proof of vaccination, you may print and laminate your proof of vaccination at the Library for free.
Individuals who cannot receive the vaccine due to medical exemptions will be permitted entry with a doctor’s note.

The Brantford Public Library challenges you to read diverse books this fall!

Explore reading challenges to discover new characters, stories and authors.  Join the reading challenge at brantfordlibrary.readsquared.com or using our ReadSquared app. Track each challenge you complete and earn points towards a prize draw for completing challenges.

Need help finding books to read? We've created book bundles that are available at both our Main and St. Paul Branches.

We'll also post monthly videos from Canadian authors on our Brantford Reads Diverse webpage. In these videos, authors will read from their books, discuss their writing process, and recommend reads.

Kids, families and teens are welcome to join the challenge. The Reading Challenge runs from September 13 to November 30.

Are you looking for friendship with other knitters and crocheters?  Share some tips?  Show and tell your projects? You have come to the right place.  Sit down with a drink and your current project and join us for some conversation and fun on Zoom.

Click “Register Online” to register now!  After registering, you will receive updates and information on how to attend closer to the date of the event. Registration begins Friday, August 20.

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
• Family history research

One-on-one sessions will be held at our Main Branch.

Note:  Library staff are unable to assist with troubleshooting personal computers/laptops, installing software, typing documents and forms and online purchases.

The Brantford Public Library challenges you to read diverse books this fall!

Explore reading challenges to discover new characters, stories and authors.  Join the reading challenge at brantfordlibrary.readsquared.com or using our ReadSquared app. Track each challenge you complete and earn points towards a prize draw for completing challenges.

Need help finding books to read? We've created book bundles that are available at both our Main and St. Paul Branches.

We'll also post monthly videos from Canadian authors on our Brantford Reads Diverse webpage. In these videos, authors will read from their books, discuss their writing process, and recommend reads.

Kids, families and teens are welcome to join the challenge. The Reading Challenge runs from September 13 to November 30.

Join us at the library for stories, games, and early literacy activities to keep your preschooler learning and engaged!

Registration instructions
Please register for each date you would like to attend Preschool Stars to secure a spot for you and child(ren) in this program.
Each adult and child must be registered in order to attend. Please provide the parent/caregiver's email and telephone when registering a child.

Proof of Vaccination Requirement

Provincial legislation requires all in-person program attendees ages 12-years and older to provide proof of vaccination and photo ID prior to participating in a live program.

Please have your proof of vaccination and ID ready prior to entering a library program or event.

If you do not have a proof of vaccination, you may print and laminate your proof of vaccination at the Library for free.
Individuals who cannot receive the vaccine due to medical exemptions will be permitted entry with a doctor’s note.