| Monday - Thursday | 9:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. |
| Friday | 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. |
| Sunday | 1:30 - 5 p.m. (until Apr. 28) |
| Tuesday |
9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Wednesday |
9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Thursday |
9:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. |
| Friday |
9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Saturday | 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. |
| Monday | 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| Thursday | 5:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| Friday | 5 :30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| Saturday | 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Sunday | 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. |
| Date: | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 |
| Time: | 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
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. This is a drop-in program. Ages 18 months to 4 years.
Event Details| Date: | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 |
| Time: | 1:30 pm to 2:15 pm |
Preschoolers ages 3+ will enjoy this 6-week-long, kindergarten readiness program focusing on social skills and independence! The weekly program length is 45 minutes. Parents & caregivers must remain in the library while children participate independently in the program. Register ONCE for this 6-week session. Registration opens February 19.
Event Details| Date: | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 |
| Time: | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
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.
Event Details| Date: | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 |
| Time: | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
January 22: Weave a small coin purse on a handmade loom – Registration opens December 18. February 18: Pick up a sourdough starter kit to take home and expand your baking repertoire – Kits available at Main and St. Paul on February 18. Limited quantities. March 19: Create a boho bracelet using fabric scraps – Registration opens February 19. April 16: DIY your own botanical stationery and stamped table napkin – Registration opens March 16. Separate registration required for each ...
Event Details| Date: | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 |
| Time: | 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm |
The Crossroad Youth Drop-In Space at the Library's Main Branch is excited to announce an expansion of our age range to 14-25! Join us every Wednesday from 3:30 to 6:00 p.m. for a variety of activities, including homework help from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. for both high school and university students, as well as art therapy, movie nights, and workshops on various topics. One-on-one support is also available with our youth outreach workers. For more information, please contact Megan (Youth in Tra ...
Event Details| Date: | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 |
| Time: | 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
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, instal ...
Event Details| Date: | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 |
| Time: | 5:30 pm to 6:45 pm |
Join the Youth Volunteer Group and help shape your Library into a place you want to be. Come to learn about more ways to get your volunteer hours and receive hours while you attend the program.
Event Details| Date: | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 |
| Time: | 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
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 January 2.
Event Details| Date: | Wednesday, April 16, 2025 |
| Time: | 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Vaseem Baig has leveraged a career in analytics and project management into multiple creative endeavours, all intended to demystify artificial intelligence technology and leave audiences excited and confident about its practical applications. Come hear about his adventures and challenges as an author using cutting-edge creative technologies to hone his writing craft. Registration opens March 12. Other programs in the series include: Edo van Belkom on Writing for Young Adults and Being Adap ...
Event Details| Date: | Thursday, April 17, 2025 |
| Time: | 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Preschoolers can get creative with stories, songs and a craft! Each week children will make a cute craft to take home. Ages 0 - 6.
Event Details| Date: | Thursday, April 17, 2025 |
| Time: | 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Come join EarlyON facilitators for a free play and inquiry-based drop-in program. Open to children up to age six, with their caregivers.
Event Details| Date: | Thursday, April 17, 2025 |
| Time: | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
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, instal ...
Event Details| Date: | Thursday, April 17, 2025 |
| Time: | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Drop in for snacks and DIY activities of your choice. In partnership with Community Living Brant.
Event Details| Date: | Thursday, April 17, 2025 |
| Time: | 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm |
Drop in and join the fun at the St. Paul After School Zone! Use your imagination and create an exciting craft, or participate in a hands-on activity. Each week will be a unique experience. Ages 6 - 12.
Event Details| Date: | Thursday, April 17, 2025 |
| Time: | 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Calling all crafters! We meet on the first and third Thursdays of the month. Drop-in and chat with other crafting enthusiasts while working on your own knitting, crocheting, or other portable projects. No registration required.
Event Details| Date: | Saturday, April 19, 2025 |
| Time: | 10:00 am to 12:30 pm |
Come join Brantford Public Library's Dungeons & Dragons campaign! No experience is required. For youth ages 10 - 16. Registration mandatory, space are limited. Email eflintoft@brantfordlibrary.ca to register.
Event Details| Date: | Saturday, April 19, 2025 |
| Time: | 10:00 am to 11:00 am |
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, instal ...
Event Details| Date: | Tuesday, April 22, 2025 |
| Time: | 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Join us every Tuesday for in-person rhymes, sensory development activities, motor skill methods, stories, and socializing among babies and caregivers. Books from our collection will be carefully selected with a particular theme and available for borrowing. Ages 0 – 18 months.
Event Details| Date: | Tuesday, April 22, 2025 |
| Time: | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
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.
Event Details| Date: | Tuesday, April 22, 2025 |
| Time: | 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Drop into the 3rd-floor computer lab on Tuesday afternoons for support completing all types of application forms.
Event Details| Date: | Tuesday, April 22, 2025 |
| Time: | 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm |
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, instal ...
Event Details| Date: | Tuesday, April 22, 2025 |
| Time: | 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
Canada Connects helps newcomers receive informal support enhancing their spoken language skills. Volunteer facilitators organize conversation circles along certain social themes that are discussed in each session. These conversation groups allow newcomers and volunteers to meet other newcomers, share experiences, socialize, and make new friends. This program is for newcomers to Canada, 18 years and older. It is a partnership of YMCA Immigrant Services—YMCA of Hamilton/Burlington/Brantford and ...
Event Details| Date: | Tuesday, April 22, 2025 |
| Time: | 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Join us each week for an exciting program where you can: Create & Build: Work on awesome projects and let your imagination run wild! Play & Hangout: Enjoy games, chat about your favourite books, or just chill with friends. Collaborate & Connect: Team up with others and share ideas in a cool, relaxed setting. No matter what you love to do, there’s something for everyone. Ages 9 - 12.
Event Details| Date: | Wednesday, April 23, 2025 |
| Time: | 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
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. This is a drop-in program. Ages 18 months to 4 years.
Event Details| Date: | Wednesday, April 23, 2025 |
| Time: | 1:30 pm to 2:15 pm |
Preschoolers ages 3+ will enjoy this 6-week-long, kindergarten readiness program focusing on social skills and independence! The weekly program length is 45 minutes. Parents & caregivers must remain in the library while children participate independently in the program. Register ONCE for this 6-week session. Registration opens February 19.
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