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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)

St. Paul Branch Map It
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.

Library Kiosk at Wayne Gretzky Sports Centre Map It
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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Events Calendar

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Book a Librarian

Date:	Saturday, June 21, 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 ...

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Chess Club

Date:	Saturday, June 21, 2025
Time:	10:00 am to 12:00 pm

The Brantford Chess Club offers basic instructions and tips on how to improve your chess game during this drop-in event. All are welcome.

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Tech Time

Date:	Monday, June 23, 2025
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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Happy Birthday, Rags!

Date:	Monday, June 23, 2025
Time:	10:30 am to 11:00 am

It's Rags' birthday and you're invited! Come celebrate our Library mascot’s birthday with a bark-worthy storytime and celebration! Join us for a special "Adopt A Pet" birthday craft! Children will receive a toy puppy and can get creative making a toy house, dog collar, and other fun crafts.

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Social Services Outreach Worker Drop-In

Date:	Monday, June 23, 2025
Time:	2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

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

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Writers Support Circle

Date:	Monday, June 23, 2025
Time:	5:30 pm to 7:30 pm

Sit down with members of the Brantford Writer’s Circle, a group of writers who meet as equals in a friendly exchange of ideas about each other’s work. Contact Robin at rharding@brantfordlibrary.ca before your first visit for more information on participating. Registration opens January 2. After registering, you will receive updates and information on how to attend closer to the event's date.

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Canada Connects: English Conversation Circles

Date:	Monday, June 23, 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 ...

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Senior Storywriters

Date:	Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Time:	2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

For writers 55+. Join us to share your stories and ideas while learning new tricks and techniques. Contact Abbey at azacharski@brantfordlibrary.ca for more information and to register.

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Brantford Native Housing

Date:	Tuesday, June 24, 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.

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Application Support Program

Date:	Tuesday, June 24, 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.

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Book a Librarian

Date:	Tuesday, June 24, 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 ...

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Canada Connects: English Conversation Circles

Date:	Tuesday, June 24, 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 ...

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Brantford Bookworms

Date:	Tuesday, June 24, 2025
Time:	6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

The Brantford Bookworms meet one evening 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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Social Services Outreach Worker Drop-In

Date:	Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Time:	2:00 pm to 4:00 pm

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

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Alzheimer Society Social Café

Date:	Wednesday, June 25, 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.

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Book a Librarian

Date:	Wednesday, June 25, 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 ...

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Service Canada Outreach Specialist

Date:	Thursday, June 26, 2025
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.

Come Play! - EarlyON

Date:	Thursday, June 26, 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.

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JobBank.gc.ca

Date:	Thursday, June 26, 2025
Time:	1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Uncover the wealth of resources on JobBank.gc.ca tailored to assist your individuals in exploring potential career paths. Gain insights on job openings, educational requirements, wage rates, and employment outlooks to help individuals make informed decisions about their professional trajectories. Discover how career planning and transitioning tools on JobBank.gc.ca, such as Career quizzes and tests, can guide individuals in choosing, changing, or developing their career paths by aligning the ...

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Book a Librarian

Date:	Thursday, June 26, 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 ...

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A Place to Be

Date:	Thursday, June 26, 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.

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Bad Art Night

Date:	Thursday, June 26, 2025
Time:	6:00 pm to 7:30 pm

Come explore your creative side without the pressure! We will provide the material and you can bring your bad taste. Registration opens May 22.

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Book a Librarian

Date:	Friday, June 27, 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 ...

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Community Connections

Date:	Friday, June 27, 2025
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, June 28, 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 ...