Calendar

In this weekly storytime hosted every Wednesday, preschoolers will develop a love for reading by learning easy rhymes, repeating phrases, exploring story props, and strengthening comprehension, together! Books from our collection will be carefully selected to help bring the learning home.

Ages 18 months to 4 years. This is a drop-in program.

Learn practical steps to prepare for emergencies, including power outages, severe weather, and other local situations. This workshop, led by the Canadian Red Cross, will share simple, realistic tips to help older adults feel more confident and prepared at home and in the community. This is a Seniors @BPL event.

Registration opens on February 23.

Join Lillia Dockree from the Brant Historical Society to learn the best tips and tricks on starting research on your family history.

Registration opens on February 11.

The Main Book Club meets once a month at the Main branch. Space is extremely limited and registration is required. If you are interested in joining this book club, please contact Robin at rharding@brantfordlibrary.ca for more information. 

The Alzheimer Society’s Social Café is a welcoming space offered weekly where persons living with dementia and their care partners can socialize, build support networks and enjoy dementia friendly activities together. Please call 1-800-565-4614 ext. 421 to register.

Once registered, you can drop in as many times as you like.

For elementary school students in Grades 2 to 8, please join Laurier Students for Literacy at the Main Branch from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday for 1:1 tutoring help, including reading and writing support.  Winter programs run from January 26 to April 2. There are no regular programs 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. 

Please be aware that 1:1 tutoring programs are popular and registration is very limited. Registration is run on a first-come, first-served basis.

For elementary school students in Grades 2 to 8, please join Laurier Students for Literacy at the Main Branch from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday for 1:1 tutoring help on homework, and any other specific learning skills that require improvement. 

Winter programs run from January 26 to April 2. There are no regular programs 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.  

Please be aware that 1:1 tutoring programs are popular, and registration is very limited. Registration is run on a first-come, first-served basis.

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.

Get crafty with your fellow 2SLGBTQ+ friends! This drop-in program is for people 16 years of age and older. Registration is not required.

Brought to you in partnership with The Bridge Brant.