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Events Calendar



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Tech Time

Date:  Monday, February 2, 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, February 2, 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

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Conversation Café

Date:  Monday, February 2, 2026
Time:  10:30 am to 12:00 pm

Join our Conversation Café and connect with others in a welcoming space. This free program is designed for Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees who want to improve their conversational English, learn about community services, and explore Canadian culture and customs. Contact Daniela for more information at daniela.cuestafigueroa@ymcahbb.ca or phone 519-752-4568.

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Black History Month Drop-In

Date:  Monday, February 2, 2026
Time:  12:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Come learn about Black History this February at Brantford Public Library! A member of our Local History Committee will be staffing a display featuring Black history-focused materials, videos, and photographs. Check out the display or come by for an in-person orientation to Library materials on Black history.

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Social Services Outreach Worker Drop-In

Date:  Monday, February 2, 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.

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Homeschool Hangout

Date:  Monday, February 2, 2026
Time:  2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Join us on Mondays in February for an exciting afternoon of STEM activities, arts & crafts, and more with other homeschooling families! Ages 6-12. This is a drop-in program.

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Book Buddies (Grades 2 - 8)

Date:  Monday, February 2, 2026
Time:  4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

For elementary school students in Grades 2 to 8, please join Laurier Students for Literacy at the Main Branch from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday for 1:1 tutoring help, including reading and writing support. Winter programs run from January 26 to April 2. There are no regular programs during Reading Week (February 16-20). Registration opens January 2 at 8:00 a.m. To register, email lsflclub@gmail.com or visit their Facebook Page: Laurier Students for Literacy Brantford. ...

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Homework Help (Grades 2 - 8)

Date:  Monday, February 2, 2026
Time:  4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

For elementary school students in Grades 2 to 8, please join Laurier Students for Literacy at the Main Branch from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday for 1:1 tutoring help on homework, and any other specific learning skills that require improvement. Winter programs run from January 26 to April 2. There are no regular programs during Reading Week (February 16-20). Registration opens January 2 at 8:00 a.m. To register, email lsflclub@gmail.com or visit their Facebook Page: Laurier Stud ...

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Canada Connects: English Conversation Circles

Date:  Monday, February 2, 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 ...

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Family Literacy Day Community Celebration

Date:  Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Time:  10:00 am to 12:00 pm

Join us for Kinderplay, free admission sponsored by the Family Literacy Committee of Brant! Events include: Playtime on the turf (ages 1 - 6 with a caregiver - indoor shoes required) Storywalk Book giveaway (attendees will receive a free copy of the Let's Read 2026 book selection "Baking Day at Grandma's" while supplies last) Community information and resources The Family Literacy Committee thanks 2026 sponsors: Braemar House School, Brantford Public Library, Strong Start, Kids Can Fly, Gr ...

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Baby & Me Storytime (St. Paul Branch)

Date:  Tuesday, February 3, 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

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Black History Month Film Screening: Selma

Date:  Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Time:  2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

The film follows Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s campaign to secure equal voting rights via an epic march from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama in 1965. This film contains disturbing scenes of race-based violence and strong, uncomfortable language.

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Brain Health Series: The MIND Diet

Date:  Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Time:  2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Join us for a session on the MIND Diet and learn how nutrition can help reduce your risk of dementia. We'll explore practical ways to include brain-friendly foods in your daily life. Presented in partnership with the Alzheimer Society – Brant, Haldimand Norfolk, Hamilton Halton. Space is limited. Registration opens on January 2.

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Application Support Program

Date:  Tuesday, February 3, 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.

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Homework Help (Grades 2 - 8)

Date:  Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Time:  4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

For elementary school students in Grades 2 to 8, please join Laurier Students for Literacy at the Main Branch from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday for 1:1 tutoring help on homework, and any other specific learning skills that require improvement. Winter programs run from January 26 to April 2. There are no regular programs during Reading Week (February 16-20). Registration opens January 2 at 8:00 a.m. To register, email lsflclub@gmail.com or visit their Facebook Page: Laurier Stud ...

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Book Buddies (Grades 2 - 8)

Date:  Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Time:  4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

For elementary school students in Grades 2 to 8, please join Laurier Students for Literacy at the Main Branch from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday for 1:1 tutoring help, including reading and writing support. Winter programs run from January 26 to April 2. There are no regular programs during Reading Week (February 16-20). Registration opens January 2 at 8:00 a.m. To register, email lsflclub@gmail.com or visit their Facebook Page: Laurier Students for Literacy Brantford. ...

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Book a Librarian

Date:  Tuesday, February 3, 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 ...

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Tween Tuesdays

Date:  Tuesday, February 3, 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.

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Canada Connects: English Conversation Circles

Date:  Tuesday, February 3, 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 ...

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Storytime at St. Paul with Chantal Gray

Date:  Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Time:  10:30 am to 11:00 am

Chantal Gray, local author of "What's in Your Hair?", will be joining Storytime at St. Paul in celebration of Black History Month! This storytime will feature a special reading of Chantal's book. This is a drop-in program for children ages 0 - 6.

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Get Ready for Kindergarten: Session 1 (January - February)

Date:  Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Time:  1:30 pm to 2:15 pm

Preschoolers ages 3-5, will enjoy this 6-week-long, kindergarten readiness program, with a focus on social skills and independence! The weekly program's length is 45 minutes. Parents & caregivers must remain in the Library while children participate independently in the program. 3-5 years old and must be entering kindergarten (JK or SK) in September 2026. Register ONCE for this 6-week session. Registration opens on January 7.

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Alzheimer Society Social Café

Date:  Wednesday, February 4, 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.

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A Look Back: Royal Visits to Brantford

Date:  Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Time:  2:00 pm to 3:00 pm

Join Lillia Dockree, from Brant Historical Society, as she discusses royal visits in Brantford throughout the years. Registration opens on January 2.

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Book Buddies (Grades 2 - 8)

Date:  Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Time:  4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

For elementary school students in Grades 2 to 8, please join Laurier Students for Literacy at the Main Branch from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday for 1:1 tutoring help, including reading and writing support. Winter programs run from January 26 to April 2. There are no regular programs during Reading Week (February 16-20). Registration opens January 2 at 8:00 a.m. To register, email lsflclub@gmail.com or visit their Facebook Page: Laurier Students for Literacy Brantford. ...

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Homework Help (Grades 2 - 8)

Date:  Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Time:  4:00 pm to 7:00 pm

For elementary school students in Grades 2 to 8, please join Laurier Students for Literacy at the Main Branch from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Thursday for 1:1 tutoring help on homework, and any other specific learning skills that require improvement. Winter programs run from January 26 to April 2. There are no regular programs during Reading Week (February 16-20). Registration opens January 2 at 8:00 a.m. To register, email lsflclub@gmail.com or visit their Facebook Page: Laurier Stud ...

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