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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!  

Clients can drop in for help with system navigation and help with smaller tasks such as telephone use and referrals to other agencies

Brantford Native Housing offers a housing search support for Indigenous populations every Tuesday from 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. in the 3rd floor computer lab.

Drop into the 3rd-floor computer lab on Tuesday afternoons for support completing all types of application forms.

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.

The Brantford Bookworms meet on the last Tuesday evening of the month at the St. Paul branch. Space is 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 partner 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.

Clients can drop in for help with system navigation and help with smaller tasks such as telephone use and referrals to other agencies

Have you ever wished you could fly like a bird or hover like a dragonfly? Let’s explore all the extraordinary animals that fly. Learn about birds by identifying their unique calls. Analyze the characteristics of different insect wings. Mimic how animals soar by experimenting with a glider. Create a butterfly and discover how they move their bodies. Join us as we investigate the many fantastic creatures with wings. This program is being offered in collaboration with Scientists in School. 

Ages 6-12.

Registration opens July 27.