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The Brantford Public Library's Dungeons & Dragons campaign is for youth ages 10-16. No experience is required. This is a registered program.

This program is currently full. Email aflaherty@brantfordlibrary.ca for more information or to join the waitlist. 

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.

Join us for a relaxing, hands-on origami workshop led by Jackie Han of Origami Canada. Learn to fold a few fun, beginner-friendly designs while enjoying a creative and social atmosphere. Origami supports mindfulness, coordination, and creativity. No experience needed.

All materials provided. This is a Seniors @BPL event.

Registration opens on April 2.

Celebrate spring with a lighthearted ukulele concert and singalong! All ages welcome. Lyrics will be available

Families are welcome to join us as we experience the magic of watching some of our favourite children’s books come alive on screen! We’ll provide snacks and the space!

(Parents MUST accompany their children to the movie screening.)

All ages welcome. This is a drop-in program.

Winter selections: January 3 – Wonka (116 minutes)

February 7 – The Peanuts Movie (93 minutes)

March 7 – Diary of a Wimpy Kid (92 minutes)

Spring selections: April 4 – Charlotte’s Web (113 minutes)

May 2 – Clifford the Big Red Dog (97 minutes)

June 6 – Ramona and Beezus (103 minutes).

Need help getting started with the Library’s digital services or with your device in general? Bring your gadget - tablet, e-reader, cell phone, laptop -- for help!  

Join us every Monday for stories, songs, rhymes, and bounces that will help foster a love of reading! Everyone is welcome to stay, play, and chat after storytime!

Ages 0-18 months. This is a drop-in program

Clients can drop in for assistance with system navigation and help with smaller tasks, such as using the telephone and referrals to other agencies.

Canada Connects provides newcomers with informal support, helping them enhance their spoken language skills. Volunteer facilitators organize conversation circles along specific social themes that are discussed in each session.

These conversation groups provide newcomers and volunteers the opportunity to meet other newcomers, share experiences, socialize, and make new friends. This program is designed for newcomers to Canada who are 18 years of age or older.

A partnership of YMCA Immigrant Services – YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford and Brantford Public Library, supported by Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Call 519-752-4568 ext. 3645 for information.