Tech Time
| Date: | Monday, January 12, 2026 |
| 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, January 12, 2026 |
| Time: | 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
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
Event DetailsSocial Services Outreach Worker Drop-In
| Date: | Monday, January 12, 2026 |
| Time: | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
Clients can drop in for assistance with system navigation and help with smaller tasks, such as using the telephone and referrals to other agencies.
Event DetailsCanada Connects: English Conversation Circles
| Date: | Monday, January 12, 2026 |
| Time: | 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
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 Se ...
Event DetailsBaby & Me Storytime (St. Paul Branch)
| Date: | Tuesday, January 13, 2026 |
| Time: | 10:30 am to 11:15 am |
Join us every Tuesday 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
Event DetailsSenior Storywriters
| Date: | Tuesday, January 13, 2026 |
| Time: | 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm |
For writers 55+, this biweekly program combines socialization with discussion about various aspects of the craft of writing, engaging activities, and the opportunity to share and review some of your work in a non-judgmental, supportive environment. Contact Abbey at azacharski@brantfordlibrary.ca for more information and to register.
Event DetailsApplication Support Program
| Date: | Tuesday, January 13, 2026 |
| Time: | 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm |
Drop into the Main Branch on Tuesday afternoons for support in completing all types of application forms.
Event DetailsBook a Librarian
| Date: | Tuesday, January 13, 2026 |
| 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 DetailsCanada Connects: English Conversation Circles
| Date: | Tuesday, January 13, 2026 |
| Time: | 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm |
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 Se ...
Event DetailsTween Tuesdays
| Date: | Tuesday, January 13, 2026 |
| 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. Ages 9-12. This is a drop-in program.
Event DetailsStorytime at St. Paul
| Date: | Wednesday, January 14, 2026 |
| 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. Ages 18 months to 4 years. This is a drop-in program.
Event DetailsAlzheimer Society Social Café
| Date: | Wednesday, January 14, 2026 |
| 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 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.
Event DetailsMain Book Club
| Date: | Wednesday, January 14, 2026 |
| Time: | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
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.
Event DetailsBook a Librarian
| Date: | Wednesday, January 14, 2026 |
| 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 DetailsFamily Build and Play
| Date: | Wednesday, January 14, 2026 |
| Time: | 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm |
Are you ready to build, laugh, and be creative? Join us for a night of LEGO challenges the whole family can enjoy! Bring your imagination and bond over bricks! All ages welcome.
Event DetailsCookbook Club
| Date: | Wednesday, January 14, 2026 |
| Time: | 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm |
Do you love to cook and enjoy trying new recipes? Are you looking to level up your skills and branch out into different styles and connect with others who also enjoy cooking and baking? Join us for a monthly Cookbook Club, where we get together, each choose a different recipe from the same cookbook, and then come back to discuss making that recipe and what we've learned. Due to public health regulations, we are unable to share/bring food to this event. Registration opens on Decembe ...
Event DetailsCrafty Kids Storytime
| Date: | Thursday, January 15, 2026 |
| Time: | 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
It's craft time for our preschool friends. Every week, we're showing our fun and creative sides with stories, songs, movement, and a craft! Ages 18 months to 4 years. This is a drop-in program.
Event DetailsCome Play! - EarlyON
| Date: | Thursday, January 15, 2026 |
| 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 DetailsBook a Librarian
| Date: | Thursday, January 15, 2026 |
| 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 DetailsA Place to Be
| Date: | Thursday, January 15, 2026 |
| Time: | 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm |
Drop in for snacks and DIY activities of your choice. A partnership with Community Living Brant.
Event DetailsSt. Paul Crafters Circle
| Date: | Thursday, January 15, 2026 |
| 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 DetailsBook a Librarian
| Date: | Friday, January 16, 2026 |
| 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 DetailsSensory Storytime
| Date: | Friday, January 16, 2026 |
| Time: | 10:30 am to 11:00 am |
Sensory Storytime is a welcoming, inclusive program for children ages 0–6 who enjoy movement, a calmer space, and sensory play. Families will enjoy interactive stories, songs, and movement activities in a small-group setting. Registration is required for each session. To register, email kthomas@brantfordlibrary.ca beginning January 5. All abilities are welcome!
Event DetailsCommunity Connections
| Date: | Friday, January 16, 2026 |
| Time: | 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm |
An adult drop-in program designed to link people to community resources. Refreshments served.
Event DetailsSt. Paul Readers Circle
| Date: | Friday, January 16, 2026 |
| Time: | 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm |
The St. Paul Readers Circle 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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