Inspiring Connections | Library Program Guide Winter 2018

inspiring connections Services ● Programs ● Special Events January – March 2019

INTRODUCING

Brampton Library on-the-go (p. 15)

Spend your March Break with us! (p. 2) NEW! Co-working Space

at Chinguacousy Branch (p. 11)

Best

MARCH BREAK Ever!

All ages 100 Cup Challenge Bert's Comedy & Magic Show Game On! STEM Station Birth – 5 years Alphabet Bingo Family Storytimes 6 – 12 years Book Bingo For 8-12 years: Kids Studio Orientation LEGO® Mania Marble Run Challenge Parachute Challenge Spring into Native Plants Take a Hike with TRCA Teens Escape Boxes #TeensatBL: DIY Your Tech #TeensatBL: Mario Kart Championship

Please refer to Calendar of Events at bramptonlibrary.ca for full details.

inspiring connections Services ● Programs ● Special Events January – March 2019

What’s inside... From the CEO Early Years 4 Middle Years 7 Teens 9 General Interest 10

Lifelong Learning 10

Careers & Finance 11

Love of Reading & Writing 12 Technology 14 Newcomers 18 Especially for Seniors 20

About Our Programs All programs are free! Everyone is welcome to drop in, unless registration is required, as noted.

Some programs require free tickets to be picked up 30 minutes before the program starts. Arrive early to avoid disappointment.

Please note: Schedules are subject to change without notice. Check our Calendar of Events at bramptonlibrary.ca for the most up-to-date programming information.

Branch Closures Tuesday, January 1 Monday, February 18

bramptonlibrary.ca

Looking at the cover of our latest issue of inspiring connections, I see the words that build the vision, mission, goals and values of our strategic plan for 2017-2021. To read more, visit bramptonlibrary.ca and look for Reports and Planning under the About tab.

Whether engaging in a staff-led storytime, borrowing the new Starling word tracker or embarking on the 1000 books before Kindergarten journey with your little one, Brampton Library is with you through the ages and stages.

Have you spotted our new mobile van? Brampton Library on-the-go brings the latest tech learning and digital literacies to schools, community centres and events near you. Check for details on our website or ask our staff for more information.

Got your card? We look forward to sharing our services in branch and our digital products online, all carefully selected to support and entertain you.

Enjoy the read and join us for the programs!

Rebecca Raven, CEO Brampton Library chieflib@bramptonlibrary.ca 905.793.4636 x74312

New Year's Day Family Day

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Family Storytime

Early Years

Birth-6 years

Let's get every child ready to read! Bring your whole family to this interactive storytime, where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Programs for Birth-6 years

Alphabet Bingo 3-5 years

We’ll read, sing, and play while we learn the alphabet! Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts.

Chinguacousy Four Corners Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale

Mar. 15 Mar. 13 Mar. 11 Mar. 12 Mar. 15

11-11:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am 11-11:45am

Chinguacousy Mondays (not available Feb. 18, Mar. 11) 6:30-7pm Tuesdays 1:30-2pm Wednesdays 11-11:30am Sundays 11:30am-12pm Jan. 3,4,5 11-11:30am Cyril Clark Mondays (not available Feb. 18) 6:30-7pm Four Corners Tuesdays 10:15-10:45am

Baby Storytime Birth-18 months

It's never too early to read, sing and play to promote healthy brain development. Earn a stamp towards a FREE BOOK each time you attend Baby Storytime. Registration required.* Cyril Clark Wednesdays

11-11:30am

Gore Meadows Mondays (not available Feb. 18) 11-11:30am Wednesdays (not available Jan. 2) 10:30-11am Mount Pleasant Village Thursdays (not available Jan. 3) 11-11:30am

Gore Meadows Mondays (not available Feb. 18) 6:30-7:30pm Wednesdays (not available Jan. 2) 6:30-7:30pm Saturdays 11-11:30am Mount Pleasant Village Tuesdays

6:30-7pm

South Fletcher’s Wednesdays (not available Jan. 2) 6:30-7pm Saturdays (not available Jan. 5) 10:30-11am Springdale Wednesdays (not available Jan. 2) 6:30-7pm

South Fletcher’s Tuesdays 10:15-10:45am Springdale Mondays (not available Feb. 18) 10:30-11am

Baby Storytime at Chinguacousy Branch Birth-18 months

It’s never too early to read, sing, and play to promote healthy brain development. The first half of the program will focus on play and social/ interaction skills, the second half of the program will focus on building early literacy skills. Earn a stamp towards a FREE BOOK each time you attend Baby Storytime. Registration required.*

Your child will love this journey!

Ask for your chart in any of our branches.

Chinguacousy Fridays (not available Jan. 4) 1:30-2:30pm

*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register.

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French Storytime

Movers and Shakers

Join us for children’s storytime, en français! Books, rhymes, and songs will be shared in French.

Let's get moving! Toddlers and their grownups are invited to join us to read, sing and play to learn. Earn a stamp toward a FREE BOOK to take home each time you attend Movers and Shakers. Registration required.*

Birth-6 years

18 months-3 years

Gore Meadows Thursdays (not available Jan. 3) 6:30-7pm

Little Engineers

Chinguacousy Thursdays (not available Jan. 3) 11-11:30am

Give your child a head start with activities focused on Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Your 'little engineers' will love our STEM for preschoolers programs just for them.

Cyril Clark Tuesdays, Thursdays

11-11:30am

Gore Meadows Tuesdays, Thursdays (not available Jan. 3)

10:30-11am

3-5 years

Chinguacousy Saturdays (not available Jan. 5) 10:30-11:15am Cyril Clark Jan. 5, Feb. 2, Mar. 2 Mar. 15

2-2:45pm 11-11:45am

Gore Meadows Mar. 14

2-3pm

Mount Pleasant Village Jan. 12, 26, Feb. 9, 23, Mar. 9, 23 Springdale Mar. 12

Mount Pleasant Village Wednesdays (not available Jan. 2) 11-11:30am South Fletcher’s Thursdays (not available Jan. 3) 10:15-10:45am Springdale Thursdays (not available Jan. 3)

11-11:30am

12:15-1pm 11-11:45am

Kids overdues are over.

More books, more movies, more fun!

You can now borrow children’s materials with no overdue fines* attached. Check bramptonlibrary.ca for details. *Some restrictions apply.

*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register. bramptonlibrary.ca

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Early Years

Brampton Library is pleased to partner with local EarlyON Child and Family Centres to support early learning and school readiness. Parents and caregivers, please ensure that children are accompanied by an adult for the duration of all of these programs.

Baby Playtime at Chinguacousy Branch

Special thanks to our Early Years partners:

Mother Goose Birth-18 months

Birth-18 months

Social time for parents and infants featuring baby signing, storytime and parenting education.

Held in cooperation with Bramalea-Gore-MaltonSpringdale Ontario Early Years Centre.

Chinguacousy Thursdays (not available Jan. 3) 1-2:30pm

Baby Songs & Stories Birth-18 months

A special program for babies and their favourite adults. It's never too early to read, sing, and play to promote healthy brain development.

Held in cooperation with Bramalea-Gore-MaltonSpringdale Ontario Early Years Centre.

Parents and children learn rhymes, songs and stories. Children improve language and preliteracy skills.

Mount Pleasant Village Fridays (not available Jan. 4) 10am-12pm

Pyjama Storytime Birth-6 years

Can storytime get any better? What if we said you could wear your pyjamas?! Bring your whole family to this interactive storytime, where we'll share some of our favourite songs and play together to promote early learning. Everyone is welcome.

Chinguacousy Jan. 2,3, Mar. 11,12,13,14

6:30-7pm

Chinguacousy Wednesdays (not available Jan. 2) 1-2:30pm

Read and Play

Family Time at Four Corners Branch

A morning of creative play and storytelling especially for little ones.

Birth-6 years

Birth-5 years

It’s time to move and groove! This program involves free play, songs, stories, movement and creative time for children to enjoy with each other and their parents/caregivers. This program is held in cooperation with BridgeWay Family Centre.

Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program.

Chinguacousy Mondays (not available Feb. 18) 10:30am-12pm

Four Corners

This fun, interactive session invites parents to learn songs, and the art of storytelling to their toddlers.

Children must be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the program. Space is limited.

Fridays

10-11:15am

Family Time at Mount Pleasant Village Branch

Four Corners Mondays (not available Feb. 18) 10-11am

Toddler Mother Goose 18 months-3 years

Birth-6 years

Gore Meadows

Parents/caregivers and children engage in play activities to support children’s social, emotional and learning development. A variety of learning opportunities are available to promote your child’s play-based learning. Staff facilitates a group time with songs & story. Offered in partnership with Child Development Resource Connection Peel.

Toddler Move and Groove

Mount Pleasant Village Tuesdays 3:30-5:30pm Saturdays (not available Jan. 5) 10am-12pm

Fridays

10am

18 months-3 years

Sing, dance, move and experience the musical world around us! In this program, we explore a variety of musical instruments and music, both traditional and non-traditional. This program is held in cooperation with Bramalea-Gore-MaltonSpringdale Ontario Early Years Centre.

Chinguacousy

Tuesdays 10:30am-12pm

*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register.

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Middle Years

French Homework Help

Middle Years

Grades 4-7

Do you need help with your French homework?

Join us at our French Homework Club, offered in partnership with Canadian Parents for French.

Programs for 6-12 years

100 Cup Challenge All Ages

What can you build with 100 cups? Visit the Library for a series of cup stacking challenges.

Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale

Mar. 14 Mar. 11 Mar. 13 Mar. 12 Mar. 11 Mar. 14

3-4pm 2-3pm 2-3pm 2-3pm 2-3pm 2-3pm

All Ages

Hilarious, bumbling-fumbling comedy, dazzling magic and loads of audience participation!

Bumbling Bert will have your children utterly enchanted - even your youngest children will be pointing and shrieking with delight. The room will be filled with bursts of giggles and chortles of laughter as Bert shocks and amazes the entire crowd with his silly, zany whirlwind of jokes and magic. Free tickets will be available 30 minutes before the program starts. Space is limited.

Mar. 13 Mar. 14 Mar. 11 Mar. 16 Mar. 13 Mar. 14 Mar. 11

3-3:45pm 6:30-7:15pm 2-2:45pm 2-2:45pm 6:30-7:15pm 3-3:45pm 11-11:45am

Book Bingo 6-12 years

Bingo with a library flair - a favourite! Join us for this fun, entertaining program!

Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village

South Fletcher’s

Springdale

Kids Discovery Club 6-12 years

Science + Technology + Engineering + Math = STEM! Earn STEM badges for a chance to win a prize. Registration required.* Chinguacousy Saturdays (not available Jan. 5) 3-4:30pm

Bert's Comedy & Magic Show

Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale

Chinguacousy Tuesdays (not available Mar. 12) 5:30-8pm Thursdays (not available Jan. 3, Mar. 14) 5:30-8pm

Jan. 3, Mar. 12 Mar. 15 Jan. 3 Mar. 11 Jan. 4, Feb. 8, Mar. 11 Jan. 20, Feb. 17, Mar. 15, 17 Jan. 4, Mar. 11, 13

3-4pm 2-3pm 2-3pm 2-3pm 2-3pm

Cyril Clark Saturdays (not available Jan. 5, Feb. 2, Mar. 2) 2-3:30pm Four Corners Saturdays (not available Jan. 5) 2:30-4pm Gore Meadows Mondays (not available Feb. 18, Mar. 11) 6:30-8pm Saturdays (not available Jan. 5, Mar. 16) 2-3:30pm Mount Pleasant Village Saturdays (not available Jan. 5) 2-3:30pm South Fletcher’s Saturdays (not available Jan. 5) 2:30-4pm Springdale Saturdays (not available Jan. 5) 2-3:30pm

Kids' Audio Studio Orientation 8-12 years

Kids, do you dream of recording your own song or being the host of your own podcast? Our audio recording studio offers professional equipment and software that is free for your use. To get started, join us for this orientation program.

Chinguacousy Jan. 4, 21, Feb. 8, Mar. 11,15

3-4pm

2-3pm 2-3pm

*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register. bramptonlibrary.ca

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LEGO® Mania

Parachute Challenge

Imagine, build, create! Engineer your very own creation, meet other LEGO® fans and work together to create a masterpiece.

Explore gravity and air resistance by designing and testing your own parachute. Test and improve your design using the scientific process as you go.

6-12 years

Chinguacousy

Cyril Clark Four Corners

Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village

South Fletcher’s Springdale

6-12 years

Jan. 6,20, Feb. 3,17, 3-4pm Mar. 3,17,31 Sundays 2-3pm Sundays 2-4pm Jan. 2 2-3pm Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm Jan. 13, 27, 2-3pm Feb. 10, 24, Mar. 10, 24 Tuesdays 6:30-8pm Tuesdays 6:30-7:30pm Jan. 5 3-4pm

LEGO® Robotics 9-12 years

Learn how to build and program a robot using LEGO® Mindstorms in this 4-week series. A LEGO® kit will be available for you to work with each week. On the final day, invite your family and friends to see your LEGO® robot in action!

Registration required.* Chinguacousy Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village

Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 6:30-8pm Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27 6:30-8pm Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31 6:30-8pm Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24 6:30-8pm

Marble Run Challenge Design and build a path for a marble to travel from one spot to another using gravity and momentum. Will the marble make it from top to bottom? How long will your run be? What design modifications might increase the marble's speed?

Mar. 14 Mar. 13 Mar. 15 Mar. 14 Mar. 13 Mar. 13

Mar. 12 Mar. 12 Mar. 12 Mar. 13 Mar. 12

2-3pm 2-3pm 2-3pm 2-3pm 2-3pm

STEM Station 6-12 years

Unleash your inner inventor as you experiment with coding, robotics, circuits, and more!

Chinguacousy Cyril Clark

Four Corners

Gore Meadows

Mount Pleasant Village

South Fletcher’s

Springdale

Jan. 31 3-4pm Jan. 21, Feb. 8 2-3pm Mar. 13 Jan. 5 2:30-3:30pm Jan. 21, Feb. 8 2-3pm Jan. 21 2-3pm Mar. 11 6:30-7:30pm Jan. 5, 21, 2-3:30pm Mar. 15 Jan. 21, Feb. 8 2-3pm Mar. 14 1:30-2:30pm Jan. 3, 21, Feb. 8, 2-3pm Mar. 15

Spring into Native Plants 6+ years

6-12 years

Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale

Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village Springdale

2-3pm 2-3pm 2-3pm 2-3pm 2-3pm 11am-12pm

Participate in this interactive workshop with TRCA about native plants, getting ready for Spring and attracting birds and butterflies to your garden.

Enjoy creating your very own nesting cup for birds and receive potted native wildflower seed.

Chinguacousy

Mar. 12

10-11:30am

Take a Hike with TRCA 6+ years

Let’s brush off the winter blues and celebrate March Break together! We’ll meet at Brampton Library’s Four Corners Branch and explore through nature-based outdoor games. Please wear appropriate clothing, including sturdy, close-toed shoes. This program is designed for families and caregivers with children over the age of 6. If weather doesn’t permit, alternative indoor activities will be offered.

Four Corners

Mar. 14

10-11:30am

*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register.

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#TeensatBL: Mario Kart Championship

Teens

Teens

Do you have what it takes to bring home the Mario Kart cup? Compete in this tournament to show off your Mario Kart Wii racing skills, challenge your friends and win prizes.

Performance Poetry Workshop Teens

Be heard, share your story and learn the basics of spoken word with a national champion— Neree! We will explore content cultivation, writing technique and stage presence in this exciting workshop. Please bring your own notebook and favourite pen.

Cyril Clark Mar. 12 Mount Pleasant Village Mar. 11 South Fletcher’s Mar. 13

Chinguacousy

Drop-in to your favourite branch library for teenplanned, teen-focused meetups every week.

Mar. 13

6-8pm

#TeensatBL: DIY Your Tech Teens

Does your phone, computer or other device need some personalization? Design and cut your own (semi-permanent) vinyl stickers and decals at the library to provide some extra style for your device!

Chinguacousy Four Corners Gore Meadows Springdale

Mar. 12 Mar. 14 Mar. 14 Mar. 14

6-8pm 3-4pm 7-8pm 7-8pm

7-8pm 6:30-8pm 3:30-5pm

Teen Meetup (starting in February) Teens

Chinguacousy Tuesdays (not available Mar. 12) 7-8pm Cyril Clark Tuesdays (not available Mar. 12) 7-8pm Four Corners Mondays (not available Feb. 18, Mar. 11) 7-8pm Gore Meadows Thursdays (not available Mar. 14) 7-8pm Mount Pleasant Village Wednesdays (not available Mar. 13, 20) 7-8pm South Fletcher’s Mondays (not available Feb. 18, Mar. 11) 6-7pm Springdale Thursdays (not available Mar. 14) 7-8pm

Family Day Monday, February 18, 2019 All branches are CLOSED

*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register. bramptonlibrary.ca

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General Interest

General Interest Game On!

Lifelong Learning

All Ages

Play to learn! Spelling, math and strategy are all involved in these favourite board games. Drop in with your friends for some free play.

Colouring and Conversation 19+ years

Get creative and de-stress at the same time! You don't have to be an expert or an artist, just take out your pencils and start colouring.

Four Corners

Jan. 9, Feb. 13, Mar. 6 2-3pm

Family Movie Night All Ages

Join us for free movie nights in our library branches and learn how you can start streaming videos for free with your Brampton Library card, using the Kanopy app.

Four Corners Feb. 21, Mar. 11 Mount Pleasant Village Jan. 31, Feb. 28, Mar. 14, 28

3-4pm

Four Corners Sundays Jan. 2

2-4pm 2-3pm

Gore Meadows Sundays

2-3pm

South Fletcher’s Jan. 27, Feb. 24, Mar. 24

2-3pm

Springdale Sundays Jan. 2

2-3pm 2-3pm

Games Café

6:30-8:30pm

19+ years

6:30-8pm

South Fletcher’s Jan. 13, Feb. 10, Mar. 10

Chinguacousy Jan. 2, 5, 13, 27, Feb. 10, 24, Mar. 10, 24

Join us as we play some classic games . Bring a game or use ours, bring a friend or meet someone new, play and have fun!

2-4pm

Mount Pleasant Village Jan. 6, 20, Feb. 3, 17, Mar. 3, 17, 31

2-3pm

Need more time?

After Hours Study Hall starting January 12 at Chinguacousy, Gore Meadows & Springdale Saturdays & Sundays | 6-10pm 14+ years

Our study halls are available to members with a Brampton Library card on a first come, first served basis until the room is full. Students must register during Library hours for that evening's study hall. Registration with a valid Brampton Library Card is required.

Program not available at Gore Meadows on Feb. 16.

*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register.

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Library Pals

Careers & Finance

19+ years

This drop in program, specifically designed for adults with intellectual disabilities, offers participants the opportunity to learn, socialize and find their place within the community while exploring our branch libraries and services.

Gore Meadows Jan. 28, Feb. 25, Mar. 25

10-11am

Mental Health in the South Asian Punjabi Community 19+ years

SOCH (Supporting Our Community’s Health) hosts a series of mental health workshops to increase awareness and inform participants.

These interactive workshops are offered in both English and Punjabi. Registration required.* Cyril Clark 1-3pm Jan. 6: Postpartum Depression Jan. 20: Kundalini Yoga Feb. 10: Social Media & Mental Health Feb. 24: Healing Through Art Mar. 10: Understanding Borderline Personality Disorder Mar. 31: Stress: How to Help Yourself

Protect Yourself Online

Entrepreneur Zone 19+ years

Visit the Entrepreneur Zone to have your business questions answered. Staff from the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre will be onsite to answer any questions you have about starting or growing your own business.

Chinguacousy Tuesdays 3-8pm

How to Start a Small Business 19+ years

Learn about business name registration and structure, licensing requirements, insurance, HST registration, labour requirements, sources of financing and how to craft a clear and concise business plan. In partnership with the Brampton Entrepreneur Centre. Registration required.* Gore Meadows Jan. 23 Mount Pleasant Village Mar. 21 South Fletcher’s Feb. 7

6:30-8:30pm 6:30-8:30pm 6:30-8:30pm

19+ years

NEW Co-working Space

Worried about your privacy? Concerned about the security of your online data? Learn how to make a secure password, assess online risks and threats, and find out what to look for when installing apps and software.

Tired of working at home or in a coffee shop? Come to our Chinguacousy branch to fuel your professional growth in our dynamic and collaborative co-working space.

Cyril Clark Four Corners Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village South Fletcher’s Springdale

Jan. 14, Feb. 25 7-8:30pm Jan. 17 6:30-8pm Mar. 6 10:30am-12pm Mar. 18 6:30-8pm Feb. 11 6:30-8pm Feb. 25 6:30-8pm

at Chinguacousy Branch

• Free space (tables for individual and group work, small lounge area and whiteboard • Access to WiFi, laptops, chargers, b&w printing and copying (from 10:00 am) • Free creative tools available in our makerspace (3D printers, vinyl cutter, Silhouette Cameo, HD scanner, VHS to digital conversion) • Access to professional equipment in the audio recording studio

Starting January 7, 2019: Mondays 9am – 5pm in Program Room 2

*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register. bramptonlibrary.ca

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Love of Reading & Writing 19+ years

Enjoy an evening with critically-acclaimed poet Darrell Epp, whose work has been described as a mix of Lou Reed-style urban reportage and surrealist improvisations. The author of three books, Imaginary Maps, After Hours, and Sinners Dance, his poems have appeared on six continents in over 130 magazines. He lives in Hamilton, Ontario.

Feb. 20

7-8pm

Writing Workshops Brampton Writers' Guild 19+ years

Writers! Brampton Writers' Guild is ready to help you achieve your goals. Participants are welcome and encouraged to attend the regular monthly meeting of the Brampton Writers' Guild which starts immediately after the workshop at 7pm.

Write for details at bramptonwg@rogers.com.

Four Corners Jan. 10, Feb. 14, Mar. 14

13+ years

This informal writing workshop, facilitated by Spoken Word Artist and Arts Educator Lamoi, is a safe space for writers to create new works and get feedback on ideas.

A Night of Poetry with Darrell Epp

Chinguacousy

The Writers’ Circle

7-9pm

Chinguacousy Jan. 3, Feb. 7, Mar. 7

Book Clubs Connections: Art and Book Club 19+ years

Literature and visual art intersect in this distinctive book club. In this installment we discuss The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead and enjoy a tour of the PAMA exhibit North is Freedom. The exhibit features the great-grandchildren of once-enslaved African Americans who found refuge in the Underground Railroad, a clandestine network of conductors and stations that helped many find freedom.

Copies of the book can be picked up at our Four Corners branch. The program takes place at Peel Art Gallery Museum + Archives (PAMA) 9 Wellington Street E. Registration required.* NOTE: Limited copies of The Underground Railroad are available in advance at Four Corners Branch.

Hindi Writers Guild

PAMA

Discuss books by famous authors, recite poetry and ghazals and read stories in Hindi. This program is held in collaboration with the Hindi Writers Guild. Registration required.*

LGBTQ2S+ Book Club

19+ years

Springdale Jan. 12, Feb. 9, Mar. 9

1:30-4:30pm

Memoirs Writing Group 19+ years

Come and share written memories of your past, including family history, travel experiences, special events, personal reflections, occupations, hobbies, etc. For further information please contact Mary Coyle at 905.846.0687. Registration required.* Four Corners Jan. 9, 23, Feb. 6, 20, Mar. 6, 20

2-4pm

7-8:30pm

Mar. 7

7-8:30pm

19+ years

Brampton Library is a place for belonging where everyone is welcome. This book club is for people who enjoy books with Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans, Queer, 2-Spirit+ themes or books by authors that identify as LGBTQ2S+. Brampton Library strives to contribute to a culture that recognizes diversity and fosters social inclusion.

In this book club, ideas can be communicated while following our collective responsibility to uphold safer spaces for community members.

Please check our website for our Diversity and Inclusion Policy for more information. Copies of the book can be picked up at Chinguacousy branch or downloaded using our Cloud Library or Libby mobile apps. Registration required.* Chinguacousy Jan. 31, Feb. 28, Mar. 28

6:30-8:30pm

*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register.

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Punjabi Writers Book Club

Computer Basics and Beyond: 4 Week Session

19+ years

Calling all Punjabi authors! Enjoy this opportunity to come together, network and discuss your books.

This program is presented in collaboration with Punjabi Kalman Da Kafla. Registration required.* Springdale Jan. 26, Feb. 23, Mar. 30

1:30-4:30pm

Up for Discussion Book Clubs

19+ years

Beginners will learn some of the basic skills needed to use a computer including mouse and keyboard skills, accessing the Internet, sending and receiving email, word processing and more. Also offered: Computer Basics and Beyond in Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu. Find details in the Newcomers section of this guide. Registration required.* Chinguacousy Jan. 10, 17, 24, 31 Feb. 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar. 7, 14, 21, 28

6:30-8pm 6:30-8pm 6:30-8pm

Cyril Clark Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30 Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27

7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm 7-8:30pm

Four Corners Jan. 4, 11, 18, 25 Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 Mar. 1, 8, 15, 22

3-4:30pm 6:30-8pm 3-4:30pm

Gore Meadows Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30 Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27

10:30am-12pm 10:30am-12pm

Bring Your Own Device

Mount Pleasant Village Feb. 4, 11, 25, Mar. 4

6:30-8pm

If you have a smartphone, tablet or iPad, but need a little help to learn the basics, this workshop is for you! Learn how to download apps, take a photo and connect to Wi-Fi. Participants must bring their own smartphone or tablet to participate. Registration required.*

South Fletcher’s Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25

6:30-8pm 6:30-8pm

Springdale Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28 Mar. 4, 11, 18, 25

6:30-8pm 6:30-8pm

Four Corners Jan. 7, 28, Feb. 28 Jan. 16, Feb. 7, Mar. 27

Cryptocurrency Meetup

19+ years

Join our conversation about the book of the month and find common bonds through books.

You'll read and enjoy books that you might not otherwise have considered. Meetings are held once a month from February to April. Registration is required and begins January 2.* Chinguacousy Cyril Clark Four Corners

Feb. 6, Mar. 6 10am-12pm Feb. 4, Mar. 4 1-3pm Feb. 21, Mar. 21 2-4pm

Technology 19+ years

6:30-8pm 3-4:30pm

Bring Your Own Device: WhatsApp 19+ years

Learn how to communicate long distance for free with WhatsApp. Participants must bring a tablet or smartphone to participate. Also offered: Bring Your Own Device: WhatAspp in Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu. Find details in the Newcomers section of this guide. Registration required.* Gore Meadows

Mar. 20

19+ years

Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies are making the news. What are they, how do they fit into the history of money and how do they work? This program will also help you network with others who are interested in these new forms of currency.

Chinguacousy Jan. 6, Feb. 3, Mar. 3

3-4:30pm

10:30am-12pm

*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register. bramptonlibrary.ca

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General Interest

MakerSpace Partners

Coffee ’n’ Code 19+ years

This casual computer programming meetup is a space to share ideas or problems and connect with programmers of all experience levels. Bring your laptop or borrow a Chromebook with your library card. Coffee provided by City of Brampton Economic Development Office.

Springdale Jan. 12, 26, Feb. 9, 23, Mar. 9, 23

11am-1pm

eLearning: Educate Yourself for Free 19+ years

Advance your career, update your skills and add to your résumé through eLearning. In this session, you will learn how to take free online courses with your Library Card. Registration required.* Cyril Clark Four Corners

Gore Meadows Mount Pleasant Village Springdale

Feb. 11, Mar. 25 7-8:30pm Jan. 24, Mar. 28 6:30-8pm Feb. 1 3-4:30pm Mar. 27 10:30am-12pm Jan. 28 6:30-8pm Feb. 11 6:30-8pm

Excel and Spreadsheets 19+ years

Participants with basic computer skills and an active Hotmail/Outlook or Gmail account are invited to learn about spreadsheets and simple formatting. Registration required.* Cyril Clark Four Corners

South Fletcher’s Springdale

Jan. 28, Mar. 11 Jan. 16 Feb. 15, Mar. 29 Feb. 25 Feb. 4

7-8:30pm 6:30-8pm 3-4:30pm 6:30-8pm 6:30-8pm

Get Social with Facebook

Innovation Zone Please proceed with great ideas! The makerspaces at our Four Corners, Chinguacousy, and Springdale branches offer free access to maker and digital creation tools. Drop in anytime to learn how to use the equipment and work on your own projects. Library staff are on hand to provide assistance.

Get Started with 3D Printing 14+ years

Learn the basics of 3D printing. We’ll show you how to prepare files and use the different types of 3D printers available at Brampton Library.

Registration required.* Chinguacousy Jan. 14

7-8:30pm

Four Corners Jan. 8,Feb. 5,Mar. 5

6:30-8pm

Springdale Jan. 14

6:30-8pm

Get Started with Digitizing Photos and Video 19+ years

Give your old slides, negatives, or home videos new life! We'll show you how to transform those precious memories into digital projects you can share and enjoy. Registration required.* Four Corners Jan.29,Feb. 26,Mar. 26

6:30-8pm

Springdale Feb. 11

6:30-8pm

19+ years

We will get you started on this popular social platform: help you set up an account, find friends and share pictures. See Newcomer section for Get Social with Facebook in Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu. Registration required.

Four Corners

Jan. 30

6:30-8pm

*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register.

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Get Started with the Silhouette Cameo

Sit 'n' Stitch Meet Up

In this orientation session we'll introduce you to the Silhouette CAMEO®, a versatile and user friendly desktop cutting machine. Learn about the different types of materials you can cut, how to design, import, and trace images in the Silhouette Studio software, as well as troubleshooting tips and tricks. You'll also take home your very own vinyl decal, created by you! Registration required.*

Learn the fundamentals of crochet, bring your knitting, work on current projects, and share ideas with the group. Experts will be on hand every week from the Perpetual Bazaar to answer questions.

Supplies can be provided to get you started.

Chinguacousy Mar. 18

7-8:30pm

Tech Talk

Four Corners Jan. 22, Feb. 19, Mar. 19

6:30-8pm

Springdale Mar. 11

6:30-8pm

14+ years

19+ years

Four Corners Thursdays (beginning Jan. 10) 2-4pm

19+ years

Thought leaders share new ideas at the intersection of creativity and technology in this exciting lecture series. Get inspired and connect with innovative peers in your community.

Chinguacousy

Introduction to 3D Modelling with TinkerCAD

Feb. 21

7-9:30pm

Audio Recording Studio

14+ years

Learn the basics of creating and manipulating 3D objects in TinkerCAD, a free, browser-based application. Also learn how and where you can access 3D printers at Brampton Library to print your creation. Participants must have an email address. Registration required.* Four Corners Jan. 15, Feb. 12, Mar. 12

6:30-8pm

Mount Pleasant Village Feb. 21 Mar. 20

6:30-8pm 7-8:30pm

Audio Recording Studio Orientation 13+ years

A required introduction to available equipment and software and an explanation of guidelines for studio use.

Chinguacousy Mondays (not available Jan. 21, Feb. 18, Mar. 11) 3-4pm Fridays (not available Jan. 4, Feb. 8, Mar. 15) 4:30-5:30pm Sundays 1-2pm

Repair Café All Ages

Have a household item that's broken? Don't toss it!

Repair Cafés are free meetups that are all about repairing things together. Bring in your broken item and have it fixed for free.

Four Corners

Feb. 23

11am-3pm

Sewing 101: Learn the Basics 19+ years

Never learned to sew? Then this program is for you. Learn how to thread and operate the machine, practice stitching and complete a simple sewing project. All materials provided.

Space is limited. Registration required.* Chinguacousy Mar. 20 Mount Pleasant Village Jan. 9

5-8pm 5:30-8:30pm

Discover Brampton Library on the go!

Featuring the latest technology and STEM learning. Details at bramptonlibrary.ca *Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register.

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Newcomers

Computer Basics and Beyond : 4 week Session for Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu (HPU) Speakers

Newcomers Bring Your Own Device: WhatsApp for Hindi, Punjabi & Urdu (HPU) Speakers 19+ years

Learn now to communicate long distance for free with WhatsApp. Participants must bring a tablet or smartphone to participate. Also offered: Bring Your Own Device: WhatAspp in English. Find details in the General Interest section of this guide. Registration required.* South Fletcher’s

Feb. 5

10:30am-12pm

Commissioner of Oaths 19+ years

Verify documents before a Commissioner of Oaths and certify true copies of original documents, attest life certificates, letters and more. Call 416.518.3472 for an appointment. This service is provided in partnership with the Newcomer Information Centre.

Registration required.* Chinguacousy Jan. 15, Feb. 12, Mar. 12

1-4pm

Mount Pleasant Village Jan. 29, Feb. 26, Mar. 26

1-4pm

South Fletcher’s Jan. 22, Feb. 19, Mar. 19

1-4pm

Springdale Jan. 8, Feb. 5, Mar. 5

1-4pm

19+ years

Beginners will learn some of the basic skills needed to use a computer including mouse and keyboard skills, accessing the Internet, sending and receiving email, word processing and more. See General Interest section for Computer Basics and Beyond in English. Registration required.* Gore Meadows Jan. 9, 16, 23, 30 Feb. 6, 13, 20, 27 Mar. 6, 13, 20, 27

2:30-4pm 2:30-4pm 2:30-4pm

South Fletcher’s Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29 Mar. 5, 12, 19, 26

10:30am-12pm 10:30am-12pm

English Conversation Circle 19+ years

Practice and improve your English speaking skills.

This is a Library Settlement Partnerships program.

Chinguacousy Tuesdays

4-5:30pm

Gore Meadows Mondays (not available Feb. 18) 4-5:30pm South Fletcher’s Wednesdays (not available Jan. 2) 4-5:30pm Springdale Wednesdays (not available Jan. 2) 11:30am-1pm

Get Ready for Your Canadian Citizenship Test: History of Canada

Did you know?

19+ years

The Cultural Access Pass offers free admission to a wide range of attractions to Canadians in their first year of citizenship.

Call 647.302.0320 or 647.302.0989 for details. In partnership with the Institute of Canadian Citizenship.

Come and learn about the Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship, different stages of the application process and how to prepare for the Citizenship Test. This is a Library Settlement Partnership program facilitated by Newcomer Information Centre. Registration required.* Chinguacousy Springdale

Jan. 16 Mar. 27

3-5pm 3-5pm

Partners Partners

*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register.

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Newcomers Circle: Financial Planning for your Future

Newcomer Connections

19+ years

Learn where to invest your money including options such as: RRSP, TFSA, Mutual Funds and GIC's. An expert from RBC will be there to answer your questions. Registration required.*

Meet with settlement counselors at Chinguacousy, Gore Meadows, South Fletcher's and Springdale.

Chinguacousy Springdale

Get Social with Facebook for Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu (HPU) Speakers 19+ years

We will get you started on this popular social platform: help you set up an account, find friends and share pictures. For Hindi, Punjabi, or Urdu speakers only. Also offered: Get Social with Facebook in English. Find details in the General Interest section of this guide.Space is limited, registration required.* South Fletcher’s

Feb. 19

10:30am-12pm

Housing Options for Seniors Learn about subsidized housing, market rent housing and retirement homes. Registration required.* Feb. 27 Mar. 7

3:30-5pm 3:30-5pm

Low Cost and Free Resources in Peel Region 19+ years

New to Canada? Come learn about where to find free, low cost or subsidized resources for newcomers. Registration required.* Chinguacousy Springdale

Feb. 13 Jan. 23

4-5pm 1-2pm

Newcomers Circle: New to Canada?

Invest with Confidence 19+ years

Learn the difference between registered and non registered investments. Explore various ways to save your money. An expert from RBC will be there to answer your questions. Registration required.* Chinguacousy Springdale

Jan. 10 Jan. 10

4-5pm 1-2pm

Newcomers Circle: What Every Newcomer Should Know About Credit 19+ years

60+ years

Chinguacousy South Fletcher’s

Mar. 14 Mar. 14

3:30-5pm 3:30-5pm

Receive relevant and timely advice about the importance of credit in Canada. From the Credit Bureau to credit history, we cover it all and share tips on how to keep a good credit rating. In partnership with experts from RBC, this program provides information, answers your questions and offers valuable support. Registration required.* Chinguacousy Springdale

60+ years

4-5pm 1-2pm

Wills and Power of Attorney 19+ years

Learn about estate planning, wills, powers of attorney, and basic documentation requirements.

South Fletcher’s Springdale

Newcomer Seniors Group

Feb. 14 Feb. 14

Feb. 7 Feb. 20

3:30-5pm 3:30-5pm

Come share your thoughts on a wide range of issues. Learn about health and nutrition, fitness, relationships and more. This is a Library Settlement Partnerships program.

Gore Meadows Jan. 28, Feb. 25, Mar. 25

3-4pm

Springdale Jan. 28, Feb. 25, Mar. 25

1-2pm

*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register. bramptonlibrary.ca

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Especially for Seniors

Cannabis 101

Especially for Seniors

60+ years

Find out the benefits of medical cannabis and get your questions answered.

Senior Library Council 55+ years

If you are over 55 and interested in your library, come join us. Meet new people, learn new things, help plan events, brainstorm program ideas and make a positive difference in your community. For more information or to become a member, please call Catherine Carreiro 905-793-4636 ext. 74220.

Chinguacousy Jan. 15, Feb. 19, Mar. 19

1:30-3pm

Senior Series

1:30-3pm 1:30-3pm

Garden at Home No Matter the Space 60+ years

Get involved in gardening activities to improve physical, social, and mental health. Join Ecosource in this exciting new program and learn about gardening for your health while being active.

Springdale

Mar. 28

1:30-3pm

60+ years

60+ years

ActHeal for Seniors, conducted by Community Environment Alliance, is a proven program for seniors' well being. Improve balance, strength and flexibility, learn how to better manage stress and anxiety, and make new friends. Registration required.* Springdale Jan. 23, 30, Feb 6, 13, 20, 27, Mar 6, 20, 28

10:30am-12pm

Join Dr. Penny Johnson, an active teacher, author, adjudicator, coach and clinician with a Doctor of Musical Arts degree from the Manhattan School of Music for a jam-packed program. You’ll hear fabulous stories and stunning recorded performances from the titans of the piano.

Chinguacousy Springdale

Mar. 26 Jan. 31

1:30-3pm 1:30-3pm

Paul Racher, Archaeologist & Historian 60+ years

Art with PAMA 60+ years

Exercise the right side of your brain and let your imagination run free at PAMA’s watercolour workshop. Get creative and experiment at a relaxed pace as you have fun, let loose and learn a new skill.

Mar. 26

1:30-3pm

Brampton Animal Services

Find out what services are provided by the caring staff and volunteers at the Brampton Animal Shelter. Have your questions answered!

Cyril Clark

Feb. 26 Mar. 5

The Great Pianists: Stories, Music & More!

ActHeal Senior Series

Chinguacousy

Chinguacousy Cyril Clark

Feb. 5

1:30-3pm

Paul will be giving an informative and revealing presentation on The final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) which offered chilling evidence that Canada’s history has not been as heroic as we might have wished in this 151 years since Confederation.

Come join us and learn about the 94 Calls to Action proposed in its final report, along with the recently-accepted United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP) which propose some serious changes to how archaeology and heritage is “done” in Canada!

Chinguacousy

Jan. 29

1:30-3pm

Test Your Jeopardy Skills 60+ years

Join us and test your knowledge of trivia! See if you can answer the final jeopardy question and brag to all your friends!

Springdale

Feb. 28

1:30-3pm

*Call 905.793.4636 or visit any branch to register.

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