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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)

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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.

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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.

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Service Canada Outreach Specialist

Date:	Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time:	9:30 am to 12:30 pm

A Service Canada Outreach Specialist can answer questions, help you understand and access Government of Canada programs and benefits available to you. Get one-on-one access to information about Social Insurance Numbers (SIN), Employment Insurance (EI), Canada Pension Plan (CPP), Canada Pension Disability Plan (CPP-D), Old Age Security (OAS) and Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) and Passport Canada programs.

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Crafty Kids Storytime

Date:	Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time:	10:30 am to 11:00 am

Preschoolers can get creative with stories, songs and a craft! Ages 0 - 6.

Come Play! - EarlyON

Date:	Thursday, November 14, 2024
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.

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Book a Librarian

Date:	Thursday, November 14, 2024
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 ...

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A Place to Be

Date:	Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time:	2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Drop in for snacks and DIY activities of your choice.

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Grand River Book Club

Date:	Thursday, November 14, 2024
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The Grand River Book Club meets once a month at the St. Paul 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.

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Tech Time @ St. Paul

Date:	Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time:	2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

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! This program is a live, in-person event to be held at the St. Paul Library.

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Homework Help (Grades 3 - 8)

Date:	Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time:	4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Students in Grades 3 through 8 will be paired with a university student volunteer from the Laurier Students for Literacy Club for assistance with any subject. The program will run Monday to Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Main Branch. The fall session of Homework Help begins on October 1 and ends on November 28. Please note there will be a break in Laurier Students for Literacy programming from October 14 to October 17. Programming resumes on October 21. Email lsflclub@gmail.com to r ...

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Book Buddies (Grades 2 - 6)

Date:	Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time:	4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Struggling readers, Grades 2 to 6, will be paired with a university student volunteer from the Laurier Students for Literacy Club to work on reading, writing, and worksheets.The program will run Monday to Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Main Branch. The fall session of Book Buddies begins on October 1 and ends on November 28. Please note there will be a break in Laurier Students for Literacy programming from October 14 to October 17. Programming resumes on October 21. Email lsflclub@ ...

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Reading Club (Grades 7 - 8)

Date:	Thursday, November 14, 2024
Time:	4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Students in Grades 7 and 8 will meet once a week to read a novel and participate in comprehension activities. Students will be matched into a small group based on reading level. The program will run online via Zoom on Tuesdays and in person at the Main Branch on Thursdays. The fall session of Reading Club begins on October 1 and ends on November 28. Please note there will be a break in Laurier Students for Literacy programming from October 14 to October 17. Programming resumes on October 21. Em ...

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Book a Librarian

Date:	Friday, November 15, 2024
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 ...

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Guinness World Records with Doug the Great (PA Day)

Date:	Friday, November 15, 2024
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Come learn about Brantford’s most decorated Guinness World Record Holder, Doug the Great! Learn about how he has broken work records, and challenge yourself to try something new.

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St. Paul Readers Circle

Date:	Friday, November 15, 2024
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The St. Paul Readers Circle meets once a 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.

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Community Connections

Date:	Friday, November 15, 2024
Time:	2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Join us for a weekly adult drop-in program every Friday afternoon at the Main branch from 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. designed to link people to community resources and provide a helping hand. Community organizations will attend when available. There will be coffee, snacks, and conversation.

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Book a Librarian

Date:	Saturday, November 16, 2024
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 ...

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Dungeons & Dragons Campaigns

Date:	Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time:	10:00 am to 12:30 pm

Come join Brantford Public Library's Dungeons & Dragons campaign! No experience is required. Registration mandatory, space are limited. Email Emma to register. Ages 10 - 16 years.

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Youth Writers Fest

Date:	Saturday, November 16, 2024
Time:	1:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Youth Writers Fest is for any youth and/or families that want to be inspired to write! Come check out the exhibits, listen to an Author Talk with Cheryl Isaacs, and find out the winners of the Kiwanis Writing Contest.

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Weekend Roundtable Book Club

Date:	Saturday, November 16, 2024
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The Weekend Roundtable 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. Upcoming titles: September – Five Little Indians October – Greenwood November – Hench December – Homegoing January – How High We Go in the Dark February – Mrs. Everything

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Author Talk with Cheryl Isaacs

Date:	Saturday, November 16, 2024
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As part of Youth Writers Fest, join us for an Author Talk with YA author Cheryl Isaacs. Her 2024 release, The Unfinished, is a horror novel "of monsters, mystery, and secrets that refuse to stay submerged" (HarperCollins web). After the reading, stay and meet Cheryl.

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Tech Time

Date:	Monday, November 18, 2024
Time:	10:00 am to 11:00 am

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!

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Baby & Me Storytime (Main Branch)

Date:	Monday, November 18, 2024
Time:	10:30 am to 11:00 am

Join us every Monday 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 are available for borrowing. Ages 0 – 18 months.

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Homework Help (Grades 3 - 8)

Date:	Monday, November 18, 2024
Time:	4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Students in Grades 3 through 8 will be paired with a university student volunteer from the Laurier Students for Literacy Club for assistance with any subject. The program will run Monday to Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Main Branch. The fall session of Homework Help begins on October 1 and ends on November 28. Please note there will be a break in Laurier Students for Literacy programming from October 14 to October 17. Programming resumes on October 21. Email lsflclub@gmail.com to r ...

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Book Buddies (Grades 2 - 6)

Date:	Monday, November 18, 2024
Time:	4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

Struggling readers, Grades 2 to 6, will be paired with a university student volunteer from the Laurier Students for Literacy Club to work on reading, writing, and worksheets.The program will run Monday to Thursday from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Main Branch. The fall session of Book Buddies begins on October 1 and ends on November 28. Please note there will be a break in Laurier Students for Literacy programming from October 14 to October 17. Programming resumes on October 21. Email lsflclub@ ...

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Canada Connects: English Conversation Circles

Date:	Monday, November 18, 2024
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 ...

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Baby & Me Storytime (St. Paul Branch)

Date:	Tuesday, November 19, 2024
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.